“Laughter and Feeling Great”

“Laughter and Feeling Great”

There’s nothing more infectious than laughter… Laughter boosts immunity, lowers stress, reduces pain, relaxes muscles, prevents heart disease, eases anxiety, improves mood, promotes resilience, and creates levity, joy and a more positive outlook…....
“News From the World of Medicine”

“News From the World of Medicine”

Experts estimate that half of us will be nearsighted by 2050, thanks to a surge in the amount of time we spend indoors staring at phones and computers, says a new report in the journal Ophtalmology. Researchers recommend cutting back on screen time and getting outside...
Surprising Skin Cancer Threats

Surprising Skin Cancer Threats

You start your day with OJ. Some sour news for citrus lovers. People who consumed citrus, like orange juice or a grapefruit, at least once a day had a 36% higher skin cancer risk compared with those who consumed citrus fewer than two times a week, according to a study...
Social Media and the Mind

Social Media and the Mind

Changing how you interact with social media may alleviate its negative effects. Spending a lot of time on Facebook is linked to diminished well-being, according to many studies. Yet questions linger about cause and effect – perhaps people who are already lonely...
The Risks and Myths of Dehydration

The Risks and Myths of Dehydration

Truth to tell, sometimes I don’t follow my own advice, and when I suffer the consequences, I rediscover why I offer it. I’ve long recommended drinking plenty of water, perhaps a glass with every meal and another glass or two between meals. If not plan...

Looking for a Healthy Snack? Try Cashews!

Cashews are a type of nut with a soft consistency and sweet flavor. They are native to South America, specifically Brazil. Today, regions in Africa and India are the largest producers of cashews. Cashews are sold both raw and roasted, and salted or unsalted. Cashews...

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