If you’ve told people for years that your genes are what make you gain weight, not what you eat – you might not be wrong. Recent studies indicate that there really is a gene that can cause you to gain weight faster and hold onto it for longer, despite your …
Read MoreWe all know that ticks, those little insects that latch onto you and try to drink your blood, much like a tiny, annoying vampire. You also are probably aware that ticks carry Lyme disease, which can cause severe headaches, intense muscle stiffness, arthritis and joint swelling, random pains, irregular heartbeat, …
Read MoreYou’ve probably seen the commercials of the guy on the front porch, saying he smoked cigarettes for years, unable to quit before he discovered vaping. Or that girl at the bar who swears that vaping is better for you than smoking cigarettes, and the nicotine you get from your vape …
Read MoreWe all know that working long hours takes a big toll on your body. But so many people around the world have bills to pay and things they need to get done, so the work hours just keep piling on. Now scientists warn that working long hours every day for …
Read MoreDid you know that decreasing your alcohol intake can also decrease your risk of breast cancer? At a recent breast cancer clinic, only one in five women attending was aware of the link, so don’t feel bad if your answer is no. Alcohol consumption is estimated to be a serious …
Read MoreA new study released by the National Institutes of Health reports that women who fall asleep in front of the television every night are more likely to gain up to 11 pounds over a five year period versus those who slept in total darkness. That data looks at over 43,000 …
Read MoreBad news for those watching their levels of cholesterol – new research indicates that avoiding red meat, and sticking to white instead, will make no difference in your overall cholesterol levels. For years the advice given to people looking to lower their bad cholesterol levels has been to avoid red …
Read MoreSneezing, wheezing, and headache? Muscle aches, restlessness, and coughing? It can be hard to figure out whether your new illness is the common cold or the more insidious flu. Here are a few key differences you can use to decide whether it’s just a cold or something more serious the …
Read MoreForms of dementia like Alzheimer’s may not have one clear cause, but there are things you can do even early on in life to prevent developing serious cognitive decline later on. Read on to learn about some of the measures you can take to protect yourself against dementia and neurodegenerative …
Read MoreAccording to a new study, employees who must tailor their visible emotions to suit their workplace may have other issues. It’s bad enough that you’ve got to fake a smile, pretend you’re not annoyed, or feign other emotions with customers. Surely such factors can take their toll on just about …
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