by Sue Robbins | May 31, 2016 | Wellness
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…....
by Sue Robbins | May 25, 2016 | Wellness
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...
by Sue Robbins | May 23, 2016 | Wellness
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...
by Sue Robbins | May 22, 2016 | Wellness
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...
by Sue Robbins | May 12, 2016 | Wellness
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...
by Sue Robbins | May 2, 2016 | Wellness
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...