Can your nose sniff out foods that are less fatty? A new study says, yes, yes it can. WebMD.com By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, Jan. 24, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- How fatty is that food in front of you? Your nose knows, a new study suggests. The study, which found that people's sense of smell is adept at gauging foods' fat content, might have real-world uses. For example, it might … [Read more...]
List of Top Obese Groups of Workers
via WebMD.com By Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- Truck drivers, cleaning-service employees and mechanics are among the most obese groups of workers, new research contends. Not far behind are health-service workers and administrative and clerical personnel, the study out of Washington state found. The multiyear survey didn't draw a direct causal … [Read more...]
The Full Moon: Sleep Cycles
People blame a lot of things on the full moon, crazy behavior, mood and sleep patterns. A study done in Switzerland shows that these accusations may not be unfounded. Here's more from WebMD: "This is a fascinating and more robust confirmation of an earlier study," said Professor Jim Horne of the Sleep Research Centre at Loughborough University. "The effect is probably due to an internal … [Read more...]
Beer- The Facts and The Myths
The easiest and probably cheapest alcoholic beverage to get a hold of would have to be beer, hands down. It’s probably also one of the most widely misunderstood. So what’s true and what’s now when it comes down to the average brew? If you make a habit of leaving six-packs in your wake, you’re sure to pile on the pounds, but you wont necessarily wind up with a beer belly. According to a German … [Read more...]
Are There Really Benefits to Daily Multivitamins?
Research has yet to prove that taking a multivitamin has any benefit to our health at all. Researchers and doctors say that the supplement market brings in roughly $30 billion a year while only 25% of people who were asked said that their supplement was suggested by a doctor. Although vitamin and mineral supplements may be of benefit in certain instances, they cannot take the place of eating a … [Read more...]
ADHD and ADD Links To Home Environment
Research has now found a link to ADD and ADHD in children who live parents who are involved in violent abuse or who have mental disorders such as depression or anxiety. While heredity is still believed to be a strong indicating factor, pediatricians are now saying that partner abuse and parental depression can have a lasting effect on a child dealing with either of these issues during their … [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...]
"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...]
It's O.K. To Fail
In this day of "everyone's a winner" and "participation trophies" your first real big failure can take it's toll, especially when it comes later in life. But research shows that it's actually better for you if you have to overcome the obstacles that come with screwing up. So go easy on yourself. Try new things without fear. Shoot for the moon. Give yourself permission to fail. How do you get … [Read more...]
Food Poisoning: What Food Made You Sick?
Though research still won't pin-point the exact foods that will cause your stomach to turn, they have started identifying what types of food cause which symptoms as well as tips to keep you from getting it in the first place. Check out the full article HERE … [Read more...]