There could be more than just a new iPhone coming soon from Apple.
Reports say the company now plans to unveil a new wearable device
alongside the next-generation iPhone 6 on September 9th. The
long-rumored iWatch could work with Apple’s new health and fitness apps,
as well as programs for controlling home devices. Source Link
A
staple of dorm room diets that’s making its way into more menus may be
bad news for your heart. A study found that Korean women who ate instant
ramen noodles twice a week had a 68-percent higher risk for heart
disease, type-2 diabetes and stroke, and that was regardless of whatever
else they ate. Source Link
Why
is it that kids who exercise regularly often do better in school? A new
study suggests that exercise improves the brain from the inside.
Researchers say children who are more fit have more white matter in
their brains. That’s important for attention and memory and for linking
different parts of the brain together. Source Link
August 28, 2014
Smartphone theft could become much less profitable after legislative
action in the Golden State. California has passed a law to require that
all new phones sold in the state be equipped with a “kill switch” to
disable them remotely if lost or stolen. That could set a national
standard for phone makers and cut smartphone thefts across the country. Source Link
The makers of e-cigarettes are getting an endorsement of sorts from an unlikely source. The American Heart Association says electronic cigarettes may help people who otherwise can’t stop smoking. But the group is calling for more regulation of e-cigarettes to keep them from being marketed to young people. Source Link
America’s pediatricians are siding with teens who’d like to sleep in later on school days. The doctor organization says later starting times could cut chronic sleep loss that contributes to obesity, diabetes, mood changes and behavior problems. Nearly nine out of ten high school students don’t get the recommended nine hours of sleep. Source Link
The makers of e-cigarettes are getting an endorsement of sorts from an unlikely source. The American Heart Association says electronic cigarettes may help people who otherwise can’t stop smoking. But the group is calling for more regulation of e-cigarettes to keep them from being marketed to young people. Source Link
America’s pediatricians are siding with teens who’d like to sleep in later on school days. The doctor organization says later starting times could cut chronic sleep loss that contributes to obesity, diabetes, mood changes and behavior problems. Nearly nine out of ten high school students don’t get the recommended nine hours of sleep. Source Link
August 27, 2014
One of the nation’s top consumer advocates is advising pregnant women
to avoid eating any canned tuna. Consumer Reports says the levels of
mercury found in tuna prompted the warning, but some experts disagree.
Salmon, scallops, shrimp, crab and tilapia are better choices because of
lower mercury levels. Source Link
Is a good pair of glasses a key to a longer life? A study found that good vision made it more likely that older people could continue to independently manage their lives. A loss of vision equal to one letter on the eye chart each year increased the risk of death by 16-percent, due to the loss in independent living abilities. Source Link
Limiting screen time for children may improve their face-to-face social skills. Researchers found that kids who were away from screens for five days got much better at reading people’s emotions than those who continued their normal screen-filled lives. Connecting mostly by screen instead of in-person lead to reduced social skills. Source Link
Is a good pair of glasses a key to a longer life? A study found that good vision made it more likely that older people could continue to independently manage their lives. A loss of vision equal to one letter on the eye chart each year increased the risk of death by 16-percent, due to the loss in independent living abilities. Source Link
Limiting screen time for children may improve their face-to-face social skills. Researchers found that kids who were away from screens for five days got much better at reading people’s emotions than those who continued their normal screen-filled lives. Connecting mostly by screen instead of in-person lead to reduced social skills. Source Link
August 26, 2014
Being a good neighbor may be good for your heart. A study found that
people over 50 with close community ties were up to 70-percent less
likely to have suffered a heart attack. The biggest benefits were seen
in people who thought their neighbors were trustworthy, reliable and
friendly. Source Link
You can expect a retro look when the new iPhone 6 is unveiled next month. Pictures of the new phone show that it’s returned to the the all-aluminum and glass build with rounded edges like the original iPhone. The 4-point-7-inch iPhone is expected to go on sale after an Apple event on September 9th. Source Link
Looking for the perfect college roommate? There’s a Facebook app for that. RoomSync includes a detailed questionnaire for the best match. Schools that use RoomSync say it’s greatly reduced the number of students who ask to switch roommates. Source Link
You can expect a retro look when the new iPhone 6 is unveiled next month. Pictures of the new phone show that it’s returned to the the all-aluminum and glass build with rounded edges like the original iPhone. The 4-point-7-inch iPhone is expected to go on sale after an Apple event on September 9th. Source Link
Looking for the perfect college roommate? There’s a Facebook app for that. RoomSync includes a detailed questionnaire for the best match. Schools that use RoomSync say it’s greatly reduced the number of students who ask to switch roommates. Source Link
August 25, 2014
Here’s a good reason to reach for water when your child is thirsty.
Research found that soft drinks, fruit juices and sports beverages that
are high in acid can do permanent damage to a child’s teeth in a matter
of minutes if they are a regular habit. Tooth erosion can lead to a
lifetime of compromised dental health. Source Link
Your next health insurance plan at work could come with high out-of-pocket costs and a health savings account. A report says many companies and public sector employers will be offering the so-called consumer-directed health plans next year to save on premiums and make people more careful about how they use health care. Source Link
Plenty of things can bring people together on specialized online dating sites, including a love of pets. Sites like PetsDating.com and YouMustLoveDogsDating.com are connecting dog owners to potential mates who share a love of four-legged friends. Members say they can screen out dates who might not appreciate their love of pets. Source Link
Your next health insurance plan at work could come with high out-of-pocket costs and a health savings account. A report says many companies and public sector employers will be offering the so-called consumer-directed health plans next year to save on premiums and make people more careful about how they use health care. Source Link
Plenty of things can bring people together on specialized online dating sites, including a love of pets. Sites like PetsDating.com and YouMustLoveDogsDating.com are connecting dog owners to potential mates who share a love of four-legged friends. Members say they can screen out dates who might not appreciate their love of pets. Source Link
August 22, 2014
A newborn baby could come with a price tag that reads a
quarter-million dollars. A government report says it now costs the
average family about $250,000 to raise a child to age 18. Housing and
child care are the biggest expenses. Even when adjusted for inflation,
that tab is 50-percent higher than what it was for children born in
1960. Source Link
Whatever the workplace, the motto should be, “let the sunshine in.” A study found that exposure natural light during the work day can help employees improve their quality of life. Workers with more exposure to natural light especially during the morning slept longer and better at night, and got more exercise than those who only worked under artificial light. Source Link
Is the best time to quit smoking when you leave the hospital? A study found more success when patients were given free quit-smoking drugs upon discharge. The effort also included follow-up phone calls to encourage smokers to kick the habit and help them manage their medications. Source Link
Whatever the workplace, the motto should be, “let the sunshine in.” A study found that exposure natural light during the work day can help employees improve their quality of life. Workers with more exposure to natural light especially during the morning slept longer and better at night, and got more exercise than those who only worked under artificial light. Source Link
Is the best time to quit smoking when you leave the hospital? A study found more success when patients were given free quit-smoking drugs upon discharge. The effort also included follow-up phone calls to encourage smokers to kick the habit and help them manage their medications. Source Link
August 21, 2014
More isn’t always better when it comes to exercise after a heart
attack, and a new study puts a number on just how far you should go.
Researchers say that running more than 4 miles a day or walking more
than 7 miles a day led to an increased risk of death after a heart
attack. But exercise is still recommended for cardiac rehabilitation. Source Link
The FDA has approved the first at-home test for colon cancer. The test that requires a doctor’s prescription uses a stool sample to detect the presence of blood and DNA mutations that may indicate cancerous and precancerous growths in the colon. Experts say it could replace colonoscopy for those who have no symptoms of colorectal disease. Source Link
Tired of having calls to your kid’s cell phone always going to voicemail? A mother has created a new Android app that shuts down a phone until the child calls back. “Ignore No More” allows parents lock their kids’ phones from a separate device, forcing them to call a list of select numbers to regain access to their phone. Source Link
The FDA has approved the first at-home test for colon cancer. The test that requires a doctor’s prescription uses a stool sample to detect the presence of blood and DNA mutations that may indicate cancerous and precancerous growths in the colon. Experts say it could replace colonoscopy for those who have no symptoms of colorectal disease. Source Link
Tired of having calls to your kid’s cell phone always going to voicemail? A mother has created a new Android app that shuts down a phone until the child calls back. “Ignore No More” allows parents lock their kids’ phones from a separate device, forcing them to call a list of select numbers to regain access to their phone. Source Link
August 20, 2014
Kids who pack a lunch for school can eat healthy and avoid foodborne
illness with a few tips. Packing a frozen juice box can keep yogurt,
lunchmeat or eggs fresh and then thaw to provide a cold drink by
lunchtime. And don’t reuse food packaging or paper bags because they
could contaminate fresh food. Source Link
Older women can step away from the risk of breast cancer by walking for about 30 minutes a day. That’s the finding of a study looking at the activity levels of postmenopausal women. Researchers say the women needed to walk for four hours a week to see a decreased risk for invasive breast cancer. Source Link
When you encounter a “hot mess” on the web, should you “throw shade” or just share a link with “ICYMI” for “In Case You Missed It?” Those are all terms that have been officially added to the online edition of the Oxford Dictionary. Other additions include “binge-watch,” “bro-hug,” and “listicle.” Source Link
Older women can step away from the risk of breast cancer by walking for about 30 minutes a day. That’s the finding of a study looking at the activity levels of postmenopausal women. Researchers say the women needed to walk for four hours a week to see a decreased risk for invasive breast cancer. Source Link
When you encounter a “hot mess” on the web, should you “throw shade” or just share a link with “ICYMI” for “In Case You Missed It?” Those are all terms that have been officially added to the online edition of the Oxford Dictionary. Other additions include “binge-watch,” “bro-hug,” and “listicle.” Source Link
August 19, 2014
Is the “five-second rule” safe to live by? It depends on where the
food lands. Researchers found that a cookie or sticky food dropped on
carpeting was unlikely to pick up much bacteria in just five seconds.
But dropping the same food on a hard floor or outdoors had a higher risk
of bacterial transfer. Source Link
A happy hubby seems to be the key to a long, successful marriage. A study found that long-term unions tend to stay happy if the husband has an agreeable personality and is in good health. Researchers say an agreeable wife was less of a factor in predicting marital harmony. Source Link
A bottle of beer before bed could be a cure for insomnia, but not any brew with a kick in it. A study found that the hops in non-alcoholic beer work with the body’s sleep hormone to help you doze off faster. Regular beer has the same hops, but the alcohol will interfere with natural sleep patterns. Source Link
A happy hubby seems to be the key to a long, successful marriage. A study found that long-term unions tend to stay happy if the husband has an agreeable personality and is in good health. Researchers say an agreeable wife was less of a factor in predicting marital harmony. Source Link
A bottle of beer before bed could be a cure for insomnia, but not any brew with a kick in it. A study found that the hops in non-alcoholic beer work with the body’s sleep hormone to help you doze off faster. Regular beer has the same hops, but the alcohol will interfere with natural sleep patterns. Source Link
August 18, 2014
Who’s fault is it that our teenagers are talking on the phone while
driving? Often, we're to blame. A study found that up to half of teens
talking on cellphones while driving were speaking with their mother or
father. Experts say parents need to better role models to prevent
distracted driving that is blamed for one-out-of-ten fatal crashes among
teens. Source Link
Pregnant women may want to think twice about what they use to wash their hands. New research suggests that exposure to the common antibacterial ingredient triclosan can affect the growth of a fetus. The FDA is is reviewing the safety of triclosan following animal studies that showed the chemical can affect the way hormones function. Source Link
How could a bug bite turn you into a vegetarian? Health experts say victims of a Lone Star tick bite have developed a temporary allergy to eating red meat. The tick was first identified in Texas, but has made its way across the United States and to countries as far away as Japan, Germany and Australia. Source Link
Pregnant women may want to think twice about what they use to wash their hands. New research suggests that exposure to the common antibacterial ingredient triclosan can affect the growth of a fetus. The FDA is is reviewing the safety of triclosan following animal studies that showed the chemical can affect the way hormones function. Source Link
How could a bug bite turn you into a vegetarian? Health experts say victims of a Lone Star tick bite have developed a temporary allergy to eating red meat. The tick was first identified in Texas, but has made its way across the United States and to countries as far away as Japan, Germany and Australia. Source Link
August 15, 2014
This weekend may be one of the best times of the year to buy a car. A
look at five years of industry sales data found that prices are lowest
in the month of August, with Saturdays and Sundays the best days of the
week to buy. The first few days of the month usually bring the best
bargains on car prices. Source Link
Eating out usually means eating more. A study showed that people consume an average of about 200 calories more a day than when they cook at home. Those extra calories at the restaurant typically come from more energy-dense foods, larger portions, and more empty calories such as sugar-sweetened beverages. Source Link
What’s the go-to gift for grandma? How about a tablet? A new report says one-in-four Americans over 55 owns a tablet computer. Experts say the tablet computer poses much less of a challenge to operate than a laptop or desktop, and has just as much power and versatility with apps. Source Link
Eating out usually means eating more. A study showed that people consume an average of about 200 calories more a day than when they cook at home. Those extra calories at the restaurant typically come from more energy-dense foods, larger portions, and more empty calories such as sugar-sweetened beverages. Source Link
What’s the go-to gift for grandma? How about a tablet? A new report says one-in-four Americans over 55 owns a tablet computer. Experts say the tablet computer poses much less of a challenge to operate than a laptop or desktop, and has just as much power and versatility with apps. Source Link
August 14, 2014
If you’re looking for a straight answer from someone, ask them in the
morning. A study found that people were more likely to lie or cheat in
the afternoon. Experts say our moral compass is more accurate in the
morning because the brain is rested after a night’s sleep. Source Link
Don’t waste your money on programs that offer to teach your baby to read. That’s the conclusion from a study that tested the claims of reading programs aimed at children under two years old. Experts say the testing showed that babies cannot gain any reading skills from DVDs, flash cards, or word books. Source Link
Baby Boomers take note -- just one drink may be one too many when you get behind the wheel. A simulator study found that even small legal levels of intoxication can affect the driving skills of people 55 to 70 years old. Researchers say the findings show that it could be time to reassess legal blood alcohol levels for all drivers. Source Link
Don’t waste your money on programs that offer to teach your baby to read. That’s the conclusion from a study that tested the claims of reading programs aimed at children under two years old. Experts say the testing showed that babies cannot gain any reading skills from DVDs, flash cards, or word books. Source Link
Baby Boomers take note -- just one drink may be one too many when you get behind the wheel. A simulator study found that even small legal levels of intoxication can affect the driving skills of people 55 to 70 years old. Researchers say the findings show that it could be time to reassess legal blood alcohol levels for all drivers. Source Link
August 13, 2014
When it comes to kids playing video games, a little bit of fun might
make for a better child. Researchers found that kids who played video
games for less about an hour a day were more likely to be happy,
helpful and emotionally stable than kids who never grab a controller.
Kids with over three hours of video gaming per day were moody and acted
out more often. Source Link
Walking that mixes a fast pace with a leisurely stroll might be a better exercise for people with type 2 diabetes. A study showed improved blood sugar control among people who mixed power walking with slower walking. High-intensity exercise is best, but that can be hard to stick with and also increases the risk of injury. Source Link
So where can you find the fastest free public WiFi? A new report says Starbucks offers the fastest average download speeds among the most popular public providers. If you want fast food with your fast WiFi, McDonald’s also ranked high. Hilton was the fastest public WiFi provider among hotel chains. Source Link
Walking that mixes a fast pace with a leisurely stroll might be a better exercise for people with type 2 diabetes. A study showed improved blood sugar control among people who mixed power walking with slower walking. High-intensity exercise is best, but that can be hard to stick with and also increases the risk of injury. Source Link
So where can you find the fastest free public WiFi? A new report says Starbucks offers the fastest average download speeds among the most popular public providers. If you want fast food with your fast WiFi, McDonald’s also ranked high. Hilton was the fastest public WiFi provider among hotel chains. Source Link
August 12, 2014
It’s role reversal behind the wheel, as kids are calling parents on
their bad driving habits. A survey found that 60-percent of teens have
asked a parent to stop driving dangerously. Eight out of ten parents
admit to speeding or talking on a cell phone, 40-percent text while
driving, and 20-percent don’t wear a seat belt. Source Link
The debate over the standard test for prostate cancer continues. A study of 162,000 men who had a PSA test found that it does reduce prostate cancer deaths, but 40-percent of cancers detected by screening were over-treated with side-effects such as incontinence and impotence. Researchers say they don’t recommend routine use of PSA test. Source Link
Making a snap judgement is something our brains are hard-wired to do. Scientists found that people could say whether a person looked trustworthy after their face was flashed on-screen for a tiny fraction of a second. Even though the time was too short for conscious processing, a part of the brain can still evaluate an image without us seeing it. Source Link
The debate over the standard test for prostate cancer continues. A study of 162,000 men who had a PSA test found that it does reduce prostate cancer deaths, but 40-percent of cancers detected by screening were over-treated with side-effects such as incontinence and impotence. Researchers say they don’t recommend routine use of PSA test. Source Link
Making a snap judgement is something our brains are hard-wired to do. Scientists found that people could say whether a person looked trustworthy after their face was flashed on-screen for a tiny fraction of a second. Even though the time was too short for conscious processing, a part of the brain can still evaluate an image without us seeing it. Source Link
August 11, 2014
If air travel takes you across multiple time zones, going hungry for a
bit might save you from the sleeplessness of jet lag. Research suggests
that humans have an internal time clock linked to eating that keeps us
awake until we’re fed. Experts say if you skip a meal or two before your
long flight, you’ll eat after landing and then be ready for some
shuteye. Source Link
That daily low-dose aspirin is proving to be more of a cancer fighter for middle-aged people. A major review of previous studies found that a daily aspirin can cut the risk of bowel, esophageal and stomach cancer by up to 50-percent. But you’ll need to take a daily aspirin for at last 10 years after age 50 to see those benefits. Source Link
There are there are some simple steps that can protect your passwords and safeguard your online life. Experts suggest that you use a free password manager program and look for multiple uses or passwords that are too simple. Search your email and delete any that may have a password or login, and use two-step authentication for financial websites. Source Link
That daily low-dose aspirin is proving to be more of a cancer fighter for middle-aged people. A major review of previous studies found that a daily aspirin can cut the risk of bowel, esophageal and stomach cancer by up to 50-percent. But you’ll need to take a daily aspirin for at last 10 years after age 50 to see those benefits. Source Link
There are there are some simple steps that can protect your passwords and safeguard your online life. Experts suggest that you use a free password manager program and look for multiple uses or passwords that are too simple. Search your email and delete any that may have a password or login, and use two-step authentication for financial websites. Source Link
August 8, 2014
If you’re holding out for a new iPhone, your day of salvation is on
the calendar. Apple is planning an announcement on September 9th that’s
expected to be the unveiling of the iPhone 6. Apple is said to be
offering two models, but the new super-sized iPhone may not be available
until later in the year. Source Link
Not getting enough sleep might make it hard for you to remember things correctly when you’re awake. Research found that people who were sleep-deprived were more likely to form false memories. Failing to get that solid 8 hours of sleep can impair thinking as well as memory function. Source Link
Believe it or not, scientists have developed a formula for what makes up happy, and looking forward to something plays a big role. Using MRI testing to track brain activity, the findings show that your anticipation is more important than the potential reward. Having high expectations for an activity or event can make for the most happiness. Source Link
Not getting enough sleep might make it hard for you to remember things correctly when you’re awake. Research found that people who were sleep-deprived were more likely to form false memories. Failing to get that solid 8 hours of sleep can impair thinking as well as memory function. Source Link
Believe it or not, scientists have developed a formula for what makes up happy, and looking forward to something plays a big role. Using MRI testing to track brain activity, the findings show that your anticipation is more important than the potential reward. Having high expectations for an activity or event can make for the most happiness. Source Link
August 7, 2014
It’s another reason to head for the seafood section at the grocery
store. A study found that people who ate baked or broiled fish at least
once a week had larger brain volumes in the regions that are linked with
thinking and memory. And it didn’t matter whether or not the fish they
ate was high in Omega-3 fatty acids. Source Link
Something that hangs from your car keys could help you decide whether to hand them off after a few drinks. New keychain breathalyzer devices that work with your smartphone let you test whether you’re near the legal limit. But experts warn that the personal testers aren’t as precise as those used by police and drinkers should err on the side of caution. Source Link
How you eat during pregnancy may affect the health of your grandchildren. Scientists found that poor diet among pregnant mice raised the risk of diabetes for their male offspring and their children, too. Researchers think that diet during pregnancy can change settings in male DNA to raise the diabetes risk for future generations. Source Link
Something that hangs from your car keys could help you decide whether to hand them off after a few drinks. New keychain breathalyzer devices that work with your smartphone let you test whether you’re near the legal limit. But experts warn that the personal testers aren’t as precise as those used by police and drinkers should err on the side of caution. Source Link
How you eat during pregnancy may affect the health of your grandchildren. Scientists found that poor diet among pregnant mice raised the risk of diabetes for their male offspring and their children, too. Researchers think that diet during pregnancy can change settings in male DNA to raise the diabetes risk for future generations. Source Link
August 6, 2014
Has our love affair with the tablet computer turned into just another
fling? Sales are dropping for the iPad, the world’s favorite tablet, as
smartphones get bigger and people see less need to upgrade a tablet as
often as they get a new phone. Apple is hoping to boost iPad sales to
businesses as part of a new partnership with IBM. Source Link
When you’re on your way to better health by quitting smoking, can taking a walk help you kick the habit? A study found that smokers trying to quit who walked regularly had fewer withdrawal symptoms. Researchers say almost any type of extra exercise could help people quit smoking faster. Source Link
There’s new proof that women are lied to more often than men, and it isn’t just the guys who are to blame. A negotiation test showed that men lied to women eight times as much as they fibbed to other men, and even women lie more often to other women. Researchers say a woman’s warmer personality could lead people to think that she’s easier to fool. Source Link
When you’re on your way to better health by quitting smoking, can taking a walk help you kick the habit? A study found that smokers trying to quit who walked regularly had fewer withdrawal symptoms. Researchers say almost any type of extra exercise could help people quit smoking faster. Source Link
There’s new proof that women are lied to more often than men, and it isn’t just the guys who are to blame. A negotiation test showed that men lied to women eight times as much as they fibbed to other men, and even women lie more often to other women. Researchers say a woman’s warmer personality could lead people to think that she’s easier to fool. Source Link
August 5, 2014
Could the lack of a lively step be a sign of dementia to come?
Researchers say the combination of slow walking and memory complaints
were seen in more people who went on to develop Alzheimer’s disease. A
simple early diagnosis is important because the sooner dementia is
discovered, the more effective the treatment can be. Source Link
Here’s a tip for better sleep when you wake up in the middle of the night. Experts say you should avoid the urge to check the clock to see what time it is. That time check can set the brain in motion thinking about the day to come, and looking at a bright smartphone screen to see the time can trigger hormones that tell your body to wake up. Source Link
It doesn’t take a long-distance jog to outrun your risk of heart attack. A new study suggests that just five minutes of running per day can make a big impact on health and reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes. The conventional wisdom was that it took 75 minutes of vigorous exercise per week to maintain good health. Source Link
Here’s a tip for better sleep when you wake up in the middle of the night. Experts say you should avoid the urge to check the clock to see what time it is. That time check can set the brain in motion thinking about the day to come, and looking at a bright smartphone screen to see the time can trigger hormones that tell your body to wake up. Source Link
It doesn’t take a long-distance jog to outrun your risk of heart attack. A new study suggests that just five minutes of running per day can make a big impact on health and reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes. The conventional wisdom was that it took 75 minutes of vigorous exercise per week to maintain good health. Source Link
August 4, 2014
Don’t just dismiss those teenaged growing pains because they can
persist long past adolescence. New research found that knee pain which
went untreated could become chronic for some young people. That can set
the stage for a less-active life and a better chance of needing knee
replacement. Source Link
Young people are opening their wallets to pay for some of that back-to-school gear. A national report says retailers expect Millennials to spend almost one billion dollars of their own money this year on items that include clothing for school. On average, that’s $34 per teen and $22 from each pre-teen. Source Link
This year’s winner in an annual Extreme Eating survey is a burger, fries and milkshake meal with enough calories to equal nearly two days worth of food. The Monster Burger combo from Red Robin clocked-in at 3,540 calories and 69 grams of saturated fat. The Bruleed French Toast at Cheesecake Factory will start your day with 2,780 calories and 93 grams of saturated fat. Source Link
Young people are opening their wallets to pay for some of that back-to-school gear. A national report says retailers expect Millennials to spend almost one billion dollars of their own money this year on items that include clothing for school. On average, that’s $34 per teen and $22 from each pre-teen. Source Link
This year’s winner in an annual Extreme Eating survey is a burger, fries and milkshake meal with enough calories to equal nearly two days worth of food. The Monster Burger combo from Red Robin clocked-in at 3,540 calories and 69 grams of saturated fat. The Bruleed French Toast at Cheesecake Factory will start your day with 2,780 calories and 93 grams of saturated fat. Source Link
August 1, 2014
Are breast cancer cells afraid of the dark? Researchers say sleeping
in a completely dark room boosts the natural hormone melatonin, which
can slow the growth of tumors. Tests showed that sleeping with a night
light or other light coming into a room reduced the effectiveness of the
breast cancer drug tamoxifen. Source Link
If you want to avoid germs and still be sociable, make a fist. A scientific study found that a fist bump spreads far fewer germs than a traditional handshake. Researchers say adopting the fist bump as a greeting could substantially reduce the transmission of infectious diseases between individuals. Source Link
Eating healthy is getting a thumbs-up in America’s school cafeterias. A national survey found that the same number of kids are eating school lunches after new healthy food choices were mandated in 2012. And results showed that kids aren’t throwing away any more food than they were before the changes. Source Link
If you want to avoid germs and still be sociable, make a fist. A scientific study found that a fist bump spreads far fewer germs than a traditional handshake. Researchers say adopting the fist bump as a greeting could substantially reduce the transmission of infectious diseases between individuals. Source Link
Eating healthy is getting a thumbs-up in America’s school cafeterias. A national survey found that the same number of kids are eating school lunches after new healthy food choices were mandated in 2012. And results showed that kids aren’t throwing away any more food than they were before the changes. Source Link
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