Midlife Weight Gain
Americans tend to gain a pound of two each year between early adulthood and middle age. That gradual weight gain may not seem to be a cause for concern, but... continue reading
Balanced Wellness Blog
Hypochondria and Heart Disease
Worrying about getting sick may actually make you sick. That’s the conclusion of a new study from Norway that suggests hypochondriacs are at greater risk for... continue reading
Caffeine Cubs Dementia Risk
Coffee lovers probably don’t need any more encouragement to indulge in a cup of joe. But a new study suggests caffeine may help stave off dementia and other... continue reading
The Downsides of Secrets
Keeping secrets can lead to stress, sleep loss, and other unhealthy consequences, new research suggests. Psychologists at Columbia Business School asked... continue reading
The Power Of Sleep – Better Than Winning The Lottery
Improving the quality of your sleep can make you feel as good as winning the lottery, a new study suggests. British researchers analyzed the slumber patterns... continue reading
Pollution Reaches Bloodstream
Tiny airborne pollutants from power plants, cars, and trucks may be able to get through the lungs’ filter system and work their way into the bloodstream, new... continue reading
Low Cholesterol Levels Reduce Strength
A study at the Texas A&M University found a significant relationship between dietary cholesterol and loss of strength. It was found that the lower the... continue reading
Low on sleep? Stop computing before bed
Laptops and smartphones may keep you informed and connected like never before, but they also could be keeping you from getting enough sleep. A poll by the... continue reading
Stomach Acid Drugs Linked To Early Death
There are natural alternatives to acid reflux and excess stomach acid. The Journal Clinical Infectious Diseases has confirmed what we have been reporting for... continue reading
Have a Beer?
For those of you that appreciate a nice cold beer at the end of the day, a recent study says you now have a healthy reason to imbibe. But remember… as it... continue reading