25,000 Big Macs eaten over a lifetime? Yes, Wisconsin legend Don Gorske is set to break his own record. Since May 17th, 1972 Gorske has consumed at least one Big Mac a day, sometimes even buying multiple Big Macs in … Read More

ADHD, or attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, is on the rise. ADHD is diagnosed in 3 to 7 percent of school-aged children, according to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As the most diagnosed childhood mental health problem, identifying causes … Read More

Forget apples…a clove of garlic a day keeps the doctor away. If you’re only using garlic to keep vampires and unwanted suitors away, you are missing out. Including garlic as part of your regular diet may have beneficial effects on … Read More

Kranking is the new fad that should be sweeping the nation, if we want buff Madonna arms. Burn off lunch in 30 minutes? Sounds too good to be true, right? Well, maybe not.  Lest you think Kranking is just another … Read More

Men ogle women and those wandering eyes may have detrimental effects on a woman’s ability to crunch numbers. This fact, by extension, will affect her job performance. A recent study found that an objectifying gaze actually does reduce performance on … Read More

If you’re wanting kids because you think they’ll make you happier, the results of a recent study might convince you not to toss your pills just yet — unless you’ve passed your 30th birthday.  The study tracked the happiness levels … Read More

Is soy a superfood for healthy breasts? With one in eight women diagnosed with breast cancer over a lifetime, identifying foods that may help prevent such a diagnosis would be a welcome discovery. Research from Korea shows that soy just … Read More

An apple a day keeps…the Grim Reaper away? New research suggests that the polyphenol antioxidants in apples might be able to slow down the aging process. While nutritionists would certainly recommend having apples (or any fruit for that matter) as … Read More

A recent study reveals that when properly executed, ergonomics programs can be helpful in reducing employee injury.  If you have back pain, painful wrists or tired eyes, maybe it’s time to rethink your desk set-up. The studies looked at an … Read More

A new study reveals that asthma pills work just as well as inhalers and might be easier to take.  Especially good news to hear since May is national Asthma Awareness Month.  Asthma is defined as a lung disease that inflames and … Read More

Omega-3 fatty acids have many health benefits, such as lowering the risk of coronary heart disease, maintaining healthy cholesterol and blood pressure levels, as well as helping out with joint health.  There are also claims that the omega-3s are beneficial … Read More

Have you tried countless supplements to stop your nails from always chipping or peeling? We’ve all seen vitamins on the store shelf that promise strong, healthy nails just by popping a pill — but do they work? Unless you have … Read More

Unfortunately, pain is not the only consequence for people suffering from chronic illness: anxiety is another side effect that often plagues these patients. Thankfully, with a little sweat, that anxiety might just be no sweat. According to a study, alleviating … Read More

The Food and Drug Administration okayed a new diabetes pill today, Tradjenta, which is manufactured by Boehringer Ingelheim and Elly Lilly. This drug is used to help control blood sugar levels in people with Type 2 Diabetes, not Type 1. Diabetes … Read More

The Food and Drug Administration gave the okay to a new diabetes drug, Tradjenta, manufactured by Boehringer Ingelheim and Elly Lilly. The pill may help with controlling blood sugar levels. According to reports, “Tradjenta works to block the enzyme dipeptidyl … Read More

Good news for single people: you don’t need a partner to succeed. In fact, a relationship might just get in the way. As nice as it is to have a support system during difficult times, relying on someone to accomplish a … Read More

Do you often experience throbbing headaches that seem to be centered on your nasal passages? Don’t be quick to dismiss it as a sinus headache, though, it may be time to consider a second diagnosis — and a new treatment … Read More

Insulin spikes from soda may be causing havoc in your bloodstream. Everyone, it’s official: Drinking sugary beverages such as soda leads to weight gain and all the health problems associated with it, including diabetes. A recent study examined sugar sweetened … Read More

Insulin resistance might have something to do with lack of sleep. New research reveals that even a single evening of inadequate sleep time can elicit insulin resistance in healthy individuals.  Just one night of sleep deprivation is enough to throw off … Read More

Hula hooping helps you lose weight. Hula hooping brings to mind images of girls in poodle skirts, kindergartners swaying their hips on a black top or hippies dancing around with multiple brightly colored hoops in a park. Although there is … Read More