Your Computer, Your Sleep, and Your Heart
Turn the TV/computer off and go to bed! Getting 5 hours of sleep doubles your chances of heart attack, according to a British study that tracked 10,000 people over an […]
Wine, Blueberries, and Fries, Oh My!
Better wine can be produced by the soil being of poor quality. This is because the vines have to “work” harder. Black pepper is the most popular spice in the […]
More Did You Know…
Excessive cleanliness is bad for your health. A little bit of germs helps your body’s immune system. Washing your nose with salt water can help you avoid a lot of […]
Let’s Stay Hydrated!
The summer season is upon us and it’s time to think about preventing dehydration and heat-related illness. Did you know that about 318 Americans die every year of heat-related illnesses, […]
Strange Facts about YOU!
When your face blushes, the lining of your stomach turns red, too. It takes about 20 seconds for a red blood cell to circle the whole body. Your ribs move […]
Can You Hear Me?
Wearing headphones for an hour increases the bacteria in your ear 700 times. Your ears secrete more earwax when you are afraid than when you aren’t. The skin on your […]
Laughter Exercises
Scientists estimate that laughing 100 times is equivalent to a 10-minute workout on a rowing machine. The levels of two stress hormones, cortisol and epinephrine which suppress the body’s immune […]
Spring into Fitness Fun Facts
– Studies have shown your life expectancy might increase by up to two hours for every hour you walk. (grab your shoes and get walking) – The average person you […]
Spring Onions
Spring Onions are rich in Vitamins and other Minerals. They are excellent health foods and great in taste. Spring onions are also called Green onions, are actually immature onion bulbs-they […]
Tart-tastic Health Tips!
Water is good for you. Lemon juice is good for you. Put them together, and you’ve got a beverage that will help you to lose weight and stay full — […]