Since first being detected on an Ohio farm a little over a year ago, a killer virus known as PEDv (Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea) has been spreading throughout pig farms in the US, resulting in more than 10 percent of...
In the United States, the 40-hour work week is standard, and overtime is essentially the norm for many people. Americans in a range of occupations - from servers to CEOs - often find themselves pulling 12-hour shifts, or longer....
Scientists have long known that writing is a great activity to boost brainpower. Specifically, it activates the rational left side of the brain, giving the creative right brain the space to soar. In this way, you are able to...
Washington State University recently conducted the first large, nationwide comparison of organic and conventional milk composition. The study, published in the online peer-reviewed journal PLOS ONE, revealed an interesting discovery: organic milk has a healthier ratio of omega-6 to...
Core strength is essential. You use your core for almost everything you do. Building a fitter core helps you look thinner and also supports your spine, helping with things like balance.
Your core muscles are also connected to your...
You’ve probably heard that excess abdominal fat increases your risk of a number of diseases, including cancer, hypertension, and heart disease.
However, a study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology was the first to use a...
Health experts warn that if you're suffering from headaches, back pain or indigestion and aren't sure why, it might be because you're wearing an ill-fitting bra, particularly if you have large breasts. It's estimated that as many as 80...
We all need protein to live; we could not exist without this essential nutrient. While the most common sources of protein are meat, eggs and dairy, many people choose not to eat these types of foods, for a variety...
Many of us humans have a rather negative perception of insects. Some bite and spread disease, others destroy crops and yet others are an annoyance and may bring about feelings of disgust.
However you may feel about our insect...
Just when you've finally worked up the motivation to take on that long run or power walk, have your tunes ready to go and are just getting started… bam! Side stitch! Your exercise session is ruined as soon as...
