Kidney Stone Relief: The Surprising Cure Found at Disney World.
Let's get one thing straight, kidney stones are nothing to joke about. But who knew that a roller coaster ride at Disney World in Orlando could be the ultimate cure for them? Apparently, the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad coaster is the ride that'll make your stones roll.
But hold on, this discovery wasn't made by a bunch of thrill-seekers. According to OutKick.com, it was actually researched by the smart folks at Michigan State. Professor David Wartinger decided to investigate the connection between roller coasters and kidney stones after hearing from his patients about their experiences on the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Talk about a ride that'll really shake things up!
The research shows that sitting at the back of the coaster has a 64% success rate in passing kidney stones. That's a higher success rate than some prescription drugs! It's no wonder people are flying in from all over just to experience the coaster and say goodbye to their stones.
Kidney Stone Relief:
One woman from New Jersey, Steph Fallon, was so determined to get rid of her kidney stone that she booked a trip to Disney World just to ride the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. She even got herself a celebration button for "Passing a Kidney Stone." Now that's what I call a real victory lap!
Fallon and her partner rode the coaster twice before heading back home, and the next morning, she woke up to find that the stone had passed. Mission accomplished! And of course, she documented the whole wild ride on TikTok, which has since gone viral.
So, when you think of Disney World, you probably think of castles, princesses, and magic. But now, it's also the go-to spot for anyone dealing with kidney stones. Who needs medical treatment when you can just hop on a roller coaster? Thanks, Disney - you've really saved our butts this time! Here's the link to the actual study.
Florida Theme Parks Make List Of Most Loved In America
Florida is home to a few theme parks that have made a list of the most loved in America. From roller coasters to water rides, between Tampa and Orlando, there is something for everyone in Florida's theme parks.
Adrenaline junkies won't want to miss Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. With some of THE best roller coasters like the Iron Gwazi, SheiKra and Montu, there's never a dull moment. If you're more of a laid-back animal lover, Busch Gardens has more than 200 species. Can't forget about SeaWorld in Orlando too. Not only do they have coasters, but also is home to penguins, dolphins, orcas, beluga whales and more.
If you want to be a part of your favorite movies, Universal Studios has got it all. Universal is home to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, where you can visit Diagon Alley and Hogwarts Castle. You can also ride some intense roller coasters next door at Islands of Adventure, like the Incredible Hulk Coaster and Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit.
And of course, you can't forget about Walt Disney World. A place a visited as a child coming down from Illinois and a place where families come from all over the world to visit. Pretty crazy that people save up for years to bring their families here, while for us it's just a short drive away. How lucky are we?!
We can't forget about the water parks! Florida is home to some of the best water parks in the world, like Adventure Island, Disney's Typhoon Lagoon and Universal's Volcano Bay. They all offer a variety of water slides, lazy rivers and wave pools to keep you cool on hot Florida days.
How did these parks make the list?
If you're taking a vacation, or a local taking a long weekend, you may wonder what they very best theme parks are so you can make the most of your time. AirportParkingReservations.com put together a list of the most loved theme parks in America. They looked a variety of factors like ticket prices, the number of rides and social media popularity.
Top 10 Most-Loved Theme Parks in America:
10. Cedar Point Amusement Park- Ohio
Cedar Point is on a sandy beach and offers 72 rides, 15 of them rollercoasters.
9. Knott's Berry Farm- California
Knott's Berry Farm has 48 rides, including Banzai Falls, a huge 41 foot waterslide.
8. Disneyland Resort- California
There's lots to explore between Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park from the Haunted Mansion and It's a Small World to the Avengers Headquarters and the Sorcerer's Workshop.
7. Busch Gardens Virginia
Busch Gardens Virginia is home to 9 rollercoasters including Alpengeist, one of the tallest and fastest rollercoasters in the world.
6. Six Flags America- Maryland
Six Flags in Maryland makes the list due it's affordable ticket prices at just $29.99 and 54 rides including the Joker’s Jinx and Voodoo Drop.
5. Dollywood- Tennessee
Not only does Dollywood have 50 rides, but also a theater with a variety of shows and great views of the Smoky Mountains.
4. Kings Dominion- Virginia
Kings Dominion is the only place in Virginia with both a theme park and a water park. Tickets for a day cost just $39.99.
3. Carowinds- North Carolina
Carowinds is very affordable as tickets cost just $39.99 with both a theme park and a water park right on the border of North and South Carolina.
2. Universal Studios Hollywood
Home to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Super Nintendo World.
Walt Disney World
Tickets may be pricy, but this iconic resort has 4 parks and 173 rides.
