October 31, 2014

Can eating healthy make you happy? New research found that people who ate a diet rich in fruits and vegetables had more vitality and satisfaction, and less stress. Eating fruits had the most impact, and the effects were stronger for women. Source Link

For older adults, an occasional drink might be the prescription for a better memory. Light alcohol consumption for people 60 and older who did not have dementia led to improved recall of events. The alcohol use may promote the growth of new nerve cells in the brain and increase brain chemicals associated with information processing. Source Link

You may want to think twice before you reach for a cup of coffee at the office. A study found that the communal coffee pot was a hot spot for spreading germs in an office. Researchers say you may want to adopt the habit of washing your hands after you pour that cup of coffee to avoid those nasty microbes. Source Link