February 1, 2016

Need some help to get out of your seat and get moving? There could be an app for that. A study found that simple smartphone reminders about getting up and moving around may help boost people's physical activity levels. Inactivity increases the risk of overweight and obesity and has been linked to an increased risk of cancer. Source Link
 
The first generation of social media may be experiencing more sleepless nights. Researchers found that people aged 19 to 32 who spend the most time on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram were three times more likely to have sleep problems. The typical person in the study spent an hour a day on social media sites. Source Link
 
If you’re changing jobs or moving, it might also be a good time to break a bad habit. A study found that people in the midst of a major change were also more likely to change their ways. The disruption that occurs with life transitions might open the door to other changes that are hard to make. Source Link