Some people wake naturally with the sun, full of energy and ready to face the day…and then there are the rest of us. If you’re not one of the lucky few for whom mornings are actually pleasant, we’ve got some tips to make them more bearable. With just a few tweaks or additions to your […]
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It always happens on the nights when you need the most sleep. You have a huge school test, a work presentation—so why can’t you sleep through the night? The next time you suddenly wake up in the wee hours of the morning—drift back into dreamland with these six heavenly sleep tactics that will have you […]
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Capsicum, or red chili peppers, has long been used for both culinary and therapeutic purposes. The herb, taken from the fruit of the Capsaicin plant, is the active compound in peppers that keeps things spicy. Many of the health benefits of capsicum sound somewhat mystical, however that doesn’t stop medical researchers, alternative health practitioners, and […]
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With so many food recalls filling your produce bins at the grocery store, you’ve probably noticed recurring warnings on one product in particular—spouts! Are they really one of the most risky foods at the market?We explore the health benefits versus the dangers of buying and eating raw sprouts.
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When you’re offered the opportunity to work overtime hours—do you focus on the cash in your pocket or the risk to your health? While an occasional lengthy work day can boost your career as well as your bank account, a new study from University College, in London, England reveals that all work and no play […]
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Caffeine consumption can be pretty darn confusing. While many studies tout the benefits of drinking a cup of morning brew—for things like improved energy, alertness, and memory—as many reports suggest Americans drink far too much caffeine and need to cut down, or cut it out altogether. Before you quit caffeine for good, here are seven […]
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