Check out this article put out by The Kitchn explaining the differences between high fructose corn syrup and corn syrup. TheKitchn.com The holidays are coming, which means it's time for pecan pie, homemade marshmallows and caramel candies — all recipes that traditionally use corn syrup as an ingredient. More and more, I've been hearing people say they are reluctant to use corn syrup in their … [Read more...]
How Many Calories Are Burned During Housework?
Studies have shown that housework can be just as physically beneficial, calorie burning, and muscle toning as an hour at the gym. There was another study done that shows that changing your perception about your housework can allow you to get more out of it. The research took a group of eighty-four hotel housekeepers and showed half of them how their activities worked specific muscle groups and … [Read more...]
Pets Can Boost Heart Health
Animals have been used for years as therapy aids and not only have promoted moral but have also lead to faster recovery. A new study has been put out by HealthDay that now shows owning a pet can boost heart health. THURSDAY, May 9 (HealthDay News) -- That four-legged friend of yours may be more than a companion -- he also may be boosting your heart health, experts say. An official statement … [Read more...]
Common Chores To Help You Exercise
There are several of us who want to exercise but just can’t seem to find the time. The National Heart, Blood and Lung institute has recently published an article encouraging everyone to get as much exercise as they can. But how do you do this? Luckily those people at the NHBL are smart cookies. They give us several solutions for getting exercise during the day while doing every household … [Read more...]
Do Hand Sanitizers Really Work?
If you’re lucky, then the cold and flu has skipped your house this year, however that ‘lucky’ group is getting smaller and smaller as the season progresses. The girls and I were taken down a couple of weeks ago and Mr. Sthole finally caught it this last weekend. So how do you avoid infection? Washing your hands regularly is typically recommended and the use of hand sanitizers is promoted too. … [Read more...]
Lower Calorie Menu Items Boost Sales
Over the last few years we've been seeing more calorie conscious menu items. You almost can't go anywhere without seeing how many calories are in your meal. However adding these changes have evidently helped boost sales and customer ratings. The analysis revealed that between 2006 and 2011, lower-calorie foods and beverages outperformed other menu items in 17 of the 21 restaurant chains. The … [Read more...]
Celiac Disease- A Cure May be Near
I recently underwent some testing because my doctors thought I might have Celiac disease. I was absolutely terrified at the thought of loosing the ability to eat my favorite foods such as bread, pastas, donuts, anything that has gluten in it will upset the digestive system. Currently the only treatment for Celiac disease is a gluten free diet. However, a new study now offers hope for those who … [Read more...]
Burn Calories While Remodeling
You always get a little boost of happy when you revamp your home but did you know you're also working your muscles, getting some cardio and burning calories? Check out this list of 15 remodeling "exercises" that will remodel your physique too. … [Read more...]
"For Better or Worse", Marriage increases Cardiovascular Health
According to the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, marriage appears to reduce the risk of heart attacks for both men and women. Unlike past studies which have mostly been done on men, this new study included both sexes. This study suggests that marriage reduces the risk of acute coronary events and the deaths caused by them. This includes both men and women of all ages. Middle-aged … [Read more...]
Make Running Feel Easier
In order for your body to get used to running you have to get used to the demands running places on you. You have to run regularly so instead of fitting in a random run here or there whenever your schedule or the weather allows try penciling in your workouts. Pick three or four times a week that you can run, and then stick with it. It will strengthen the muscles in your lower body and core that … [Read more...]