Kidney stones affect millions of people worldwide, causing intense pain and often requiring medical intervention. The most common type—calcium oxalate stones—forms when calcium binds with oxalate in the urine, creating crystals that can grow into hard deposits. While factors like dehydration, high-sodium diets, and genetics play roles, emerging research highlights a simple, accessible dietary strategy: […]
Lemon juice disinfects against human norovirus
Noroviruses are the predominant cause of gastroenteritis outbreaks in community settings such as hospitals, cruise ships, and schools. The virus is extremely contagious and is mostly transmitted via “fecal-oral-route,” i.e., through contaminated hands or contaminated food. Symptoms include violent and sudden onset of diarrhea, vomiting, and nausea. “It is therefore important to provide a safe […]