August 7, 2013

Want a natural cure for insomnia? Try sleeping under the stars for seven days. A study found that a one-week camping trip with only natural daylight and darkness can reset the body’s levels of melatonin, the hormone that helps you sleep. Researchers blame the problem on too many bright lights and glowing screens in the evening that push the sleep cycle later. Source Link

A list of the ten top jobs that employers say are the hardest to fill isn’t just high-tech, high-degree positions. While engineers, accountants and nurses are on the list, you’ll also find truck drivers, mechanics and machine operators among the hard-to-find. Employers say there’s a skills gap that makes it hard to hire qualified candidates. Source Link

“Gluten-free” is a popular choice for many, and now the FDA wants to be sure the food label fits for those whose health depends on it. New guidelines will strictly define what can be labeled gluten-free. The foods without proteins derived from grains can be a lifesaver for millions of people who suffer from Celiac disease. Source Link