Are there germs on your soap bar? Elaine L. Larson, Ph.D., associate dean for research and professor of epidemiology in nursing at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health was recently asked if bars of soap are covered in germs. Her answer was as follows. The truth behind germs on […]
Research from the Harvard School of Public Health shows that weight training sheds belly fat. The study showed that 20 minutes of daily weight training reduced age-related abdominal fat better than aerobic exercise. The best results were shown with a combination of aerobics and weight training. “Because aging is associated […]
Could hugs protect from colds and infections? Hugs are a great way to show love because they create a bonding experience and can heal our emotions. Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University found that hugs may lower stress-related risk of illness. Lead author Sheldon Cohen, of the Dietrich College of Humanities […]
Researchers have identified the cause of a Kansas farmer’s mysterious death over the summer. It is called the Bourbon virus. The illness is believed to be tick-borne. The virus “was fast-moving and severe, causing lung and kidney failure, and shock,” The New York Times reported. The virus killed the man […]
Could music stimulate kids’ brains? Berthold Auerbach, German poet and author said, “Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” Music has long been known as the universal language, and has a way of healing our emotions. Now, research from the University of Vermont College of Medicine […]
Is the end of AIDS near? The article ‘The end of AIDS: Possibility or pipe dream? A tale of transitions’ published in the African Journal of AIDS Research strategically examines the whole epidemic. More than 1.1 million people in the U.S. are living with HIV infection, and almost 1 out […]
This kiwi pear smoothie is the perfect blend of special fruits that are available during the winter season. It will make you feel full and you will lose weight and control food cravings at the same time. It is time to stock up on these amazing winter fruits and include […]
This sweet potato and banana smoothie recipe will boost your energy in no time! Sweet potatoes are a favorite when it comes to desserts during the holiday season. Their sweet, yet spicy flavor is something that most of us enjoy. They are in season from late October through December. Let’s […]
