Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE If your child complains of abdominal cramps, loose stools, or nausea after ingesting a cup of milk or ice cream, it could be lactose intolerance. The condition occurs due to the absence or insufficiency of lactase, an enzyme produced in the small intestine. Lactase helps convert lactose, a type of
Month: October 2020
iStock Nicknamed ‘the land of the rising sun’, Japan is a small country in Asia with a crimson sun at the center of its flag. The civilizations and culture of the country have been among the oldest in the world. Japan has influenced the world and continues to do so even today, thanks to its
Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.Oct 1 2020 The coronavirus pandemic has shifted many of our interactions online, with Zoom video calls replacing in-person classes, work meetings, conferences and other events. Will all that screen time damage our vision? Maybe not. It turns out that our visual perception is highly adaptable, according to research from Psychology
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE The koala is a furry, tree-clinging marsupial that thrives on a herbivorous diet. A native of Australia, the koala is not a bear although it’s often referred to as the ‘koala bear’. Cuddly, with claws as sharp as a cat’s, the koalas are cute and fascinating. Find out more about
Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.Sep 30 2020 As many as 70% of very premature infants (born earlier than 32 weeks gestation) show signs of white matter abnormalities at birth. But only some of those infants go on to develop cognitive, language, motor, or behavioral disorders as they grow. Now, scientists say a new software tool
Every month, Netflix Canada adds family-friendly shows and movies for your kids to stream. Here’s what’s coming up in October 2020. Netflix Canada has announced which new TV shows and movies it will be adding to its lineup this month, and of course that means, more options for kids! There’s a handful of titles to