November 25, 2011

The smart phone is a new tool in the battle against some of war’s most-lingering wounds. The Pentagon has developed applications that can help coach soldiers with post-traumatic stress disorder on how to ease the symptoms as they occur. The apps do not take the place of professional counseling, but do offer a treatment option that’s available at the touch of a finger. Source Link

Want to have a dog or cat as a pet but you’re worried that your children will become allergic? In fact, a new study says that pet might be good for their health. Children who were exposed to dogs and cats as youngsters had fewer nasal allergies as teenagers. The effect could also reduce the risk for asthma and other allergic diseases in the future. Source Link  

Using a smaller plate is one way to take smaller portions and eat less, but does the size of the silverware matter? A new study says it does. Researchers found that restaurant diners who used a larger fork ate less. One theory is that the bigger forkfuls slow down the eating process and give the body more time to recognize that sense of fullness. Source Link