The National Sleep Foundation recommends the following for enjoying a bedtime conversation with your partner without it affecting your sleep quality: talk about the events of the day or lighthearted topics; avoid emotional conversation that can work … [Read more...]
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“Go and make interesting mistakes, make amazing mistakes, make glorious and fantastic mistakes. Break rules. Leave the world more interesting for your being here.” ~ Neil Gaiman … [Read more...]
Play It Safe When Fishing
Fishing can be relaxing, thrilling, and a great way to bring home some fresh fish for a healthy dinner. However, it is important to follow safety precautions while fishing. The Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation suggests the following to … [Read more...]
Social and Lifestyle Factors Involved in Low Back Pain
A study that included 3,014 men recently investigated factors beyond anatomical abnormalities associated with low back pain in older men. Using questionnaires on lifestyle and low back pain, researchers found that anatomical abnormalities such as … [Read more...]
A Sit-Stand Desk at Work May Help Maintain Weight Levels
Investigators at the University of Pittsburgh examined the potential weight management benefits of sit-stand desks. The study included 18 participants and revealed that an individual can burn an extra 48.3-56.9 calories by alternating between sitting … [Read more...]
Vitamin A Compound May Fight Colon Cancer
Vitamin A may play a role in suppressing colon cancer. In a new study, researchers found that boosting levels of retinoic acid (a compound derived in the body from vitamin A) in the intestines of mice with colon cancer slowed progression of the … [Read more...]
Gestational Diabetes Increases Depression Risk Following Birth…
The National Institutes of Health reports that gestational diabetes (GD) "is a form of diabetes (high blood sugar level) occurring only in pregnancy, which if untreated may cause serious health problems for mother and infant." A new analysis of data … [Read more...]
Head Injury Test Approved
Traumatic brain injuries account for over two million trips to the emergency room in the United States each year and contribute to the deaths of about 50,000 people annually. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved new computer software … [Read more...]
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“I am a part of all that I have met.” ~ Alfred Tennyson … [Read more...]
Keep Young Athletes Safe from Injury
The American Academy of Pediatrics reports that young athletes who play multiple sports are more likely to stay active for the rest of their lives and meet their athletic goals. The academy recommends that kids wait until they are at least 15 years … [Read more...]
Physical Illness in Early Life Increases Risk of Chronic Pain
Investigators recently examined the association between serious illness in earlier life and the risk of pain in old age. Using data from a large national survey in the United Kingdom that included 2,401 participants, researchers found that 10.5% of … [Read more...]
Activity Tracker Can Determine Exercise Needed to Prevent Early Death
A new activity tracker can now determine the amount of exercise needed to reduce the risk of death from cardiovascular disease. Personal Activity Intelligence (PAI) is the first activity tracking scoring system that uses heart rate to help … [Read more...]
Low Protein Diets May Improve Blood Sugar Regulation
Past research has linked diets high in protein to an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, but little research has investigated whether decreasing protein intake can effectively lower the risk. According to a new study, researchers have now … [Read more...]
Laser Pointers Pose Dangers to Eyes
A recent study detailed four cases of children whose use of laser pointers resulted in traumatic injury to the retina. This type of injury can lead to blurry vision, blind spots, or potentially permanent vision loss. Furthermore, experts report that … [Read more...]