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Battery uses sodium and sulphur to address overheating, cost and supply chain issues

We try hard to make the right choices for our families. We swap white bread for wheat. We trade soda for sparkling water. On Sunday mornings, we replace greasy bacon with “healthier” alternatives. But the food industry often tricks us. They market products as virtuous health swaps. In reality, these…

Preservatives are often used in ultra processed foods such as ready meals, crisps, sugary snacks and breakfast cereals, which have already been linked to poor health by scientists

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The skin – our largest organ – helps to protect us from harmful bacteria

Most Americans already get more than 1,000 milligrams of excess sodium, leaving them at risk for life-threatening cardiac events

Lunch meats may look harmless stacked in a sandwich, but they often hide serious health risks. Seniors are especially vulnerable because their bodies process sodium and saturated fat less efficiently. High levels of preservatives, nitrates, and additives can worsen conditions like hypertension and kidney disease. While protein is important for…

A new sodium-ion battery offers a cheaper and safer alternative to conventional lithium-ion systems, scientists say, paving the way for more sustainable EVs.

Your metabolism changes significantly after 45. Arteries become less flexible over time. Your diet must adapt to these changes. Continuing to eat like a teenager is dangerous. Heart disease risks rise significantly in this decade. Cardiologists see the damage every single day.

In an age where energy consumption has become a central concern for businesses and municipalities alike, LED high bay lights are rapidly emerging as the preferred lighting solution. These fixtures consume significantly less electricity compared to traditional metal halide, fluorescent, or high-pressure sodium lights. With energy savings often reaching up…

From sodium-ion to the EV slowdown, the battery industry saw breakthroughs, setbacks and everything in between in 2025.