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Comfort eating feels so...well, comfy. For a number of reasons, most of us indulge at some point. And, likewise, for a number of reasons, some of us are powerless against the urge to do so. Now, new evidence may be the breakthrough that helps some of us break free. It turns out that we may crave certain foods the same way we crave socializing with other people. Isolation may convince the brain to encourage...
2/5/2025 5:00:00 AM
Assisted living facilities in the United States cost an average of $4,000 a month. For individuals requiring more care, a private room in a nursing home costs an average of $8,365 a month. This expense is always changing, with a documented increase of 8% over the last 5 years. That might seem expensive to many people and not so expensive to others. The real question is, is it worth it?Long-term care...
2/3/2025 5:00:00 AM
The Chinese medicine technique of gua sha has been around for centuries, and recently it's gotten renewed attention, but is it right for the health of your skin? This home remedy, which involves a type of skin scraping, is used for a number of health issues. Its use on facial skin and other areas of the body may be just the rejuvenation treatment you’re looking for. The Original Uses of Gua Sha During...
2/3/2025 5:00:00 AM
Ever had someone try to convince you that a certain activity is the “ideal” form of exercise….and then when you tried it, you said “ick” to that ideal? That’s what happened to me in high school dance class. My high school gym teacher loved to dance, pirouetting in her enthusiasm to teach us the different styles throughout the year. My girlfriends were thrilled. Having already been bounced from Ballet...
1/31/2025 5:00:00 AM
Cold, dry winter weather is inevitable, and it can bring all sorts of problems with it. We might consider cranking up a humidifier to aid congestion and make breathing easier if someone in the household gets sick, but higher humidity levels can be helpful all through the winter season. We’ve uncovered five reasons why many households could really benefit from a humidifier. 1. Humidity Improves Skin...
1/31/2025 5:00:00 AM
Video games have been studied extensively for their potential role in violent and negative behaviors, and this singular view has largely given them a bad rap. More recent research has highlighted the positive effects of video gameplay, which appears to be just as noteworthy. Time spent playing and genre choices could be important factors in the impact they have on us so it's not as easy as early ideas...
1/31/2025 5:00:00 AM
Some of us pluck ‘em. Some cover them with a hat. Some spend countless hours in a salon chair getting them covered up, while others wear them proudly. But over a certain age, most of us have them: gray hairs. Whether you love them or hate them, gray hair is scientifically fascinating.Gray hair is mostly inevitable. Few are immune. With age, hair follicles stop producing melanin, which leads to the...
1/28/2025 5:00:00 AM
When feelings of loneliness and sadness get to be too much, some people will reach out for help, either personally or professionally. But what about those who may have the attitude that they need to "tough it out" or push through? Having a strong, steadfast persona can be a good character trait to have. It certainly makes you seem dependable. And it may mean that you feel you can easily handle anything...
1/24/2025 5:00:00 AM
There are all types of unique and unusual medical conditions that we don’t see or hear about very often but that can seem downright terrifying. From people who think they’re dead to some who look like they’re turning into trees, there are odd and strange medical conditions to be found all over the world. And yes, they’re really happening to real people so it's important to approach these with kindness...
1/24/2025 5:00:00 AM
What defines a personality? Most of us think it's located in the brain, but the source may be bigger than that. At least to some extent. According to the latest research, who we are, our personalities, specific traits and even our quirks, could all be the product of microbes in our gut flora. The Gut-Brain in Our Bodies The human body serves as a home for trillions of microbes, according to Science...
1/24/2025 5:00:00 AM
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