Why sitting may be hazardous to your health

Inactivity may be as powerful a risk factor for early death as smoking is. However, short bouts of exercise can diminish the adverse effects of inactivity, and 60 to 75 minutes of moderate exercise can erase the health effects of eight hours of sitting. Inactivity may be as powerful a risk factor for early death as smoking is. However, short bouts of exercise can diminish the adverse effects of inactivity, and 60 to 75 minutes of moderate exercise can erase the health effects of eight hours of sitting. (Locked) More »

Is flossing really necessary?

The benefits of flossing haven’t been verified in randomized clinical trials. However, health authorities still recommend it for preventing disease-causing plaque. (Locked) More »

4 things you can do to alleviate caregiver stress

Taking care of a loved one can take a physical and psychological toll. Getting help with caregiving and finding emotional support are crucial for caregivers. Government programs and nonprofit organizations offer helpful resources. More »

How to reset your internal clock to combat jet lag

Jet lag, caused by a misalignment between the external environment and the body’s internal clock, is triggered by crossing several time zones. Adjusting sleep patterns days before the trip or fasting 12 to 16 hours before landing may minimize symptoms. (Locked) More »

Dry skin? Moisturizers can help

Effective moisturizers contain either a humectant—which attracts water into the top layer of the skin—or an occlusive, which keeps water from evaporating off the skin, or both.  Emollients make products easier to apply. (Locked) More »