Hate it when that bag of apples you bought with the best of intentions goes to waste? Maybe you need to think beyond a healthy snack to one of the fifteen other ways Care2’s Katie Waldeck found for using this favorite fruit, from stopping a migraine to making stamps. 1. Improve Lung Health. Apples contain several phytochemcials that …

Neuroscientists trying to explain cocaine’s effects on the brain have stumbled onto a chemical compound that blocks cravings for the drug in addicted mice. A drug once tested as a possible treatment for Parkinson’s disease appears to reduce cocaine cravings in addicted mice. Researchers are hopeful the drug will become the first approved medication to …

Sterile gauze and tweezers aren’t going to do the trick when it comes to healing a broken heart, but a tiny bottle of vodka to clean the wound might just do the trick. Melanie Chernock has the cure for what ails you in Love Hurts, the first aid kit for emotional wounds. Initially, I knew …

Would you like to give the finger to a world that worships productivity (or at least the appearance thereof)? Make a statement without being rude with a sloth ring by Theresa Macdonald of Etsy’s CuriousBurrow. The cute, little polymer clay creatures cuddle up to a finger or two to reassure you that it’s okay to …

Ever idly wonder what the difference was between a coaxial cable and an ethernet cable? Wonder no more thanks to this infographic by DSL.com, and enjoy talking shop with the cable or phone guy next time he comes to call some time between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Via DSL.com. Feel a little smarter with …

Oklahoma’s in a state of crisis after yesterday’s EF-4 tornado which, despite the devastation caused and surprisingly, isn’t even the strongest on the Fujita scale. And this EF-4 twister destroyed a town of 55,000 people, the worst tornado in American history, says the New Yorker Magazine. (Note: You may recall that tornadoes used to be …

We point out plenty of articles discussing the various aspects of starting up a business around here, but sometimes, nothing gives a clearer picture of the process than, well, a picture, particularly when it comes to the ever-important issue of funding. The picture is only part of the story provided by Funders and Founders, so …

Worried about cyber crime? As GI Joe always said, “Knowing is half the battle…” and Go-Gulf.com is here to help with this infographic on cyber crime stats. Via Go-Gulf.com. Like infographics? So do we.

Quick, how do you avoid being killed by a jellyfish? In the time it took you to answer, you could have become the victim of a shark attack, too, but not with this handy-dandy survival guide by Liam Gooley, who covers major threats on land, sea and the netherworld certain major world religions call Hell but …

Is your blog lacking that sparkle that makes audiences come back for more? Feel overwhelmed by all the advice out there? Then try bookmarking this simple infographic by TopDogSocialMedia for future reference. Via TopDogSocialMedia. Tips for better blogging.

Sixteen ways to manage your frustration, whether you have a quick temper or a biting sense of humor. Find your anger style: Which is you? 1. explosive 2. self-abuse 3. avoidance 4. sarcasm 5. passive aggressive 6. habitual irritation Great tips for each on what it looks like, what you do and how to turn …

Cloning and stem cells have, separately, been two hot-button scientific issues that have fired up the public imagination, but the success of scientists cloning stem cells that could then be used to grow spare organs sounds like a great idea all around, right? Well, before the debate heats up, take a look at this infographic …