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by Mike Jones Anyone who exercises, and who sleeps, has heard the canard that it's a bad idea to exercise before trying to go to sleep. That canard can seem to have a lot of common sense to it. On its face, the state of working out seems like the precise opposite of the state of being asleep.The actual research is mixed on the subject. There's no doubt that working out has effects that don't seem conducive to a... 3/4/2022 6:00:00 AM
by Robert Parmer In an age where everything is available online—education, personal finance, shopping, even doctor visits—is it possible to take a literal mental health day without actually having to physically leave your home?“Wherever you go, there you are.”The origins of this truism are a little difficult to trace (it could be Alcoholics Anonymous, but many will recognize it as the title of a major book on meditation).... 3/3/2022 6:00:00 AM
by Fred Fletcher While it is normal for people to age as they get older, it is not normal to be the victim of premature aging. This can happen when people are (because of bad decisions or through harmful environmental factors) exposed to harmful things unnecessarily. The human body is a wonderfully created piece of equipment and it can take a lot of punishment but that is no excuse to abuse it. People who abuse their... 3/2/2022 6:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Findings recently published in Scientific Reports have led to what many believe is the discovery of a previously unidentified organ in the human body. The “interstitium,” a layer of fluid-like compartments made of connective tissue lining the skin, muscles, digestive and urinary tracts, and parts of the cardiopulmonary system, now rivals the skin as the body’s largest organ.A Chance DiscoveryUp until... 2/26/2022 6:00:00 AM
by Jacqueline Hatch According to the CDC, 2.5 million older people are treated in emergency rooms for fall-related injuries each year. One out of five falls leads to serious injury such as hip fractures or brain trauma. And when a loved one has fallen once, it doubles their chance of falling again. As the caregiver for an aging loved one, it is your goal to ensure that the home is a safe environment to support the aging... 2/25/2022 6:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor How safe and effective are your household cleaners? Bleach and many other harsh, chemical-based household cleaners can be dangerous to keep around, and their fumes can be damaging to the lungs. But are there any natural alternatives that work? Our findings may surprise you.We don’t have to render the air and surfaces toxic just to get a good clean. We can disinfect toothbrushes using salt and vinegar,... 2/23/2022 6:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Burnout is a workplace epidemic, affecting 67% of employees, as reported by CNBC. Approximately one-third of those report that they experience burnout always or most of the time. And the number only continues to rise, which has prompted the World Health Organization (WHO) to designate burnout as an “occupational phenomenon” on its International Classification of Diseases.The WHO classified burnout... 2/17/2022 6:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Hurricane season is upon us, and whether you live in an at-risk area or not, it is important to always be prepared in an increasingly unpredictable climate. One of the biggest issues first responders run into during disasters is that people fail to plan. This can turn minor problems into major and potentially life threatening ones. Here are 3 things to have ready to keep your family safe. The Essentials... 2/16/2022 6:00:00 AM
by Megan Johnson McCullough The technical term for sneezing is “sternutation.” The mucus membranes (lining) in the nose and throat become irritated. There are a number of triggers that can cause a sneeze. The most common culprits are symptoms arising from a cold, flu, or allergies. Environmental triggers include pollen, dust, strong odors, pepper, powders, change in temperature, pet dander, mold, looking into bright lights, and... 2/11/2022 6:00:00 AM
by Andrew Pacholyk Essential oils are the pure essence of plants, extracted for their healing, cleansing and "magical" properties. The olfactory nerves in the brain work by transporting us, encouraging us or relaxing us through the power of scent. In order to benefit from all the rich aspects essential oils have to offer, it is important to look at each structural source as an individual and unique frame of reference.... 2/10/2022 6:00:00 AM
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