If you don’t know how your teenager spends their money or their time,
consider this -- a new survey says nearly half of teens admit to
gambling. The wagering can be offline and online, with dares and
challenges, instant-win or scratch tickets, and games of skill. Experts
say teenagers who are attracted to wagering for money could be at-risk
for becoming problem gamblers. Source Link
Low-fat
milk may not be the high-quality health food we think it is. Research
is suggesting that people who consume full-fat dairy weigh less and are
less likely to develop diabetes. Studies show people who reduce fat in
their diet tend to replace it with sugar or carbohydrates and that can
have worse effects on diabetes risk. Source Link
Spending
money on others might make your heart feel good and work better. A
study found that people who were generous saw their blood pressure drop.
Researchers say giving money away may have health benefits comparable
to taking anti-hypertensive medication or starting a new exercise
regimen. Source Link
