America’s
parents are in denial about their overweight kids. A new survey found
that only 15% think their child weighs too much, even though studies
show up to one-third of children are overweight or obese. Researchers
say that disconnect with reality could continue into adulthood for
today’s kids. Source Link
Here’s
a good reason to get Grandma on Facebook. A new study found that women
over age 65 who use the world’s most popular social network had improved
mental performance. They also reported better social connections, which
can combat the adverse effects of loneliness. Source Link
If a cross-country road trip with your spouse is too much travelling together, you may not be ready for a new space adventure. Planners want to find a husband and wife who can spend 18 months in close quarters piloting a spacecraft for a fly-by of the planet Mars. The mission would take place in 2018, when Earth and Mars are closest. Source Link
