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People sometimes underestimate the power of thought, and how it can affect us and those we’re close to. Mental health can have an influence on your body, just as any physical condition can. Recent research has shown that people who have positive ideas about their exercise methods are actually healthier than those who are more negative.Basically, this means even if you have a regular exercise routine,...
8/7/2017 9:00:00 PM
Summer brings the heat and the hot sun, the clear nights and the afternoon buzzing of bees. It’s also the prime time to light up the grill. One of the best parts of summer is getting together with friends and family to have a cookout. Of course, like with anything else, there are some health risks when it comes to summer outdoor eating. These few tips can help you protect yourself and your guests from...
8/6/2017 9:00:00 PM
A solar eclipse is coming that you probably don’t want to miss. They’re actually pretty rare. The last solar eclipse to span the length of the United States took place 99 years ago. Now, it’s about to happen again in 2017. This August 21, the sun will hide behind the moon and shroud the nation in darkness from coast to coast (unless you live in Michigan, where you probably won’t see the total effect--sorry...
8/5/2017 9:00:00 PM
Got milk? If you consume a large amount of low-fat dairy products, you might want to reconsider. Perhaps on your next trip to the store, it would be a better idea to buy whole milk for your coffee and Cheerios. A new study has linked low-fat dairy consumption to an increased risk of developing Parkinson’s disease later in life.The StudyResearchers at Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health tracked...
7/23/2017 9:00:00 PM
Chocolate. Something about the decadent aroma and smooth, sweet taste stimulates us and makes us feel better no matter what the day seems to be throwing at us. PMS? Chocolate. Bad day? Chocolate. Well, guess what? Now there’s an even bigger reason to dip into the delight, especially the decadent dark stuff. An Ounce of Chocolate A Day...Italian researchers now believe your daily “dose” of chocolate...
7/20/2017 9:00:00 PM
Do you like seafood? If you do, you’re in good company. Sushi (little rolls of uncooked fish, rice and veggies) made popular by the Japanese, has become a particular favorite around the world. With so many great nutrients, it can be part of any healthy diet. However, if not stored properly, sushi can carry a parasite you really don’t want to catch. Recently, a sushi infection claiming an unsuspecting...
7/15/2017 9:00:00 PM
Summer is a time for ice cream, warm evenings, fireworks, thunderstorms, and --- ticks. Not everything about summer is a bright and sunny vacation. Unfortunately, there are also some dangers to watch out for, one coming in the form of tiny arachnids now spreading an unnerving disease that is affecting more and more people, especially in the east and southeast U.S. Ticks carry all sorts of nasty infections...
7/12/2017 7:00:00 AM
It might be hard to imagine at first that a simple app could be used as effective birth control. Nevertheless, there’s a first time for everything as technology reaches new heights. This year, Swedish nuclear physicist Elina Berglund released a mobile app called Natural Cycles that could forever change contraceptives and fertility tracking for women.How it WorksBirth control pills can sometimes be...
6/27/2017 9:00:00 PM
You’ve been told time and time again that artificial or processed sugars are bad for your health, especially when it comes to things like aspartame or processed white sugars or syrups.The whole “don’t eat this; eat this instead,” argument is almost dizzying in its confusion sometimes, but the idea that processed sugars cause problems isn’t necessarily wrong. Too much of a sweet and sugary thing can...
6/27/2017 9:00:00 PM
Sex is a healthy part of life, yet a lot of people are too afraid or shy to ask for what they want. Rather than just go through the motions, you can actually help yourself have a better time in bed if you consider the following... These 5 tips to improve your sex life can help you take control of your sexuality and enjoy it more:Change Your RoutineIf you tend to stick to the same things in bed, try...
6/25/2017 7:00:00 AM
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