Everyone has been there before – you accidentally touch a hot pan without an oven mitt or brush your ear with a curling iron and all of a sudden you have a stinging sensation that could only mean you have a minor burn. While the injury is not serious enough to go to the doctor,… Read more »
Lose weight and increase blood vessel function
According to a study conducted by John Hopkins, losing weight can help blood vessels function better. This was found to be especially true when a person loses fat in the stomach region. The findings were presented at an American Heart Association cardiovascular disease prevention meeting. Researchers explained how the study spanned over a period of… Read more »
Men who drink sugary drinks may have higher risk of heart disease
Popping open a can of soda with dinner or enjoying a refreshing glass of sweet tea in the summer is great, but if you are a man who does this frequently, you may be increasing your risk of heart disease. According to a recent study published in the American Heart Association journal, men who drank… Read more »
Three ways to boost your energy without coffee
So many people are used to reaching for a cup of Joe every morning when they wake up or anytime they feel the fatigue setting in mid-afternoon. However, this is not the only way you can help your mind and body feel energized. In fact, there are a lot of things you can do to… Read more »
The good and bad about eating fish
Many people find fish to be quite delicious. On a warm summer evening there is nothing like throwing a few salmon fillets on the grill with a bundle of asparagus and some corn on the cob. Besides the great taste, the best part about eating fish is the large concentration of nutritious nutrients such as… Read more »
Help your man respond better to stress
Any woman who has ever lived with or become close to a man knows how upset they they can become when stressed. He may have had an intense meeting in the office or just found out that a big deal fell through, and suddenly his stress level goes through the roof. For some men, something… Read more »
Reduce stress, remember better
Have you ever been so stressed you start to forget things? The anxiety that comes with stressful situations can cloud your mind and sometimes make it difficult to think. Chronic stress can begin to wear on your emotions and overall brain process. A recent study published in the journal Neuron explains how stress can act… Read more »
Is your skin dry from the harsh, winter weather?
During the winter you don’t only suffer when walking outside in the freezing temperatures and whipping winds, you typically also have to deal with dry and peeling skin once you get inside. The United States National Library explains dry skin is more common in the winter because the cold air outside and heated air inside… Read more »
Are you guilty of mindless eating?
Have you ever watched a movie munching on popcorn and candy throughout the entire flick without even really paying attention to what you’re eating? This is referred to as mindless eating and it contributes to many people’s weight problems. According to Harvard University Health, paying attention to what you eat can help you to lose… Read more »
Heart heath in your 40s can be affected by behavior in your 20s
Many people are very active as kids and while in high school, but during college and then working those long office hours as a young professional – the physical activity can dramatically decrease. This age is also often a time when fast food is an essential and drinking alcohol is a part of every weekend…. Read more »