Good News For Snoozers - You're Doing The Right Thing

Daytime napping isn't a waste of time after all, according to new research. In fact, it's a desirable activity that should be encouraged to increase productivity at the workplace. Snoozing workers also reduce their chances of cardiac problems. Some nations like Portugal, Spain and Japan almost religiously support short naps during office hours. Find out more about catnaps and also why sleeping well at night is important for you and your career.

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Less Sugar In Your Diet Spells Better Cardiac Health

If you want to believe the American Heart Association (AHA), the amount of sugar you consume increases the risk of heart problems. Sugar indirectly induces cardiac diseases by contributing to obesity, high blood pressure and other conditions. Better awareness is the key to avoiding those "empty" salaries. There's no merit in neglecting your daily intake of fruits, vegetables and lean protein in favor of your sweet tooth. Eat healthy - no sense in putting your heart on the line...

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Are You A Victim Of Heavy Metal Toxicity? Know More...

Many of us are unwittingly exposing ourselves to heavy metal toxins on a daily basis. Our exposure to these dangerous toxins is increasing over time as we get on with our lives and they enter our body from the air we breathe, the water we drink or even our diet. Certain professions and activities are more at risk than others. Accumulation of heavy metals in our body triggers off certain symptoms like headaches and breathing difficulties. While it may not be possible to altogether eliminate exposure, it helps to be aware of how to minimize it, and proceed with the treatment of such contamination. It's never too late to make a start.

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Don't Let Muscle Cramps Get You Down

Muscle cramps can bring you down at any moment and without warning. Well, you don't have to writhe with pain from those sudden attacks - not if you inform yourself properly. These easy-to-follow tips will stand you in good stead regardless of whether you pursue an active lifestyle or not. They tell you why you get these muscle cramps and how you can minimize their occurrence. For example, what you eat and drink and how well you exercise do count. However, in case of acute distress, never fall shy seeking immediate medical help.

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Advice For Men: Marry Smart - That's How You Live Longer!

There's news for men. It's not their education but how bright their wives are that determines if they will have a long and healthy life here on planet Earth. This might come as a dampener to the male ego which thinks it's "clever enough for two." But then, Swedish scientists have found otherwise. Turns out, smart women are equipped with an uncanny instinct to wean their husbands away from unhealthy habits that could pose a threat to their well-being - thus prolonging the span and quality of their lives. So it's time to pause and think again before you cozy up to that flaming bimbo - if you aren't already married, that is... Well, then again, who knows? She might be cute in the head, too. Anyway, just kidding.

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Being Overweight Affects Your Brain!

New research has come up with an astounding finding! Elderly people who are obese or overweight have less brain matter as compared to those who aren't. The brain tissues lost affect decision-making and memory. Aside from that, there's a much higher risk for diabetes, cancer and heart conditions - not to speak of impotence and infertility - for obese and overweight people. So, definitely, more is not always better – especially, as you get on in years.

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Let Your Kid Play - This Will Help Him Later On

Kids active at age 5 continue to stay slim later in childhood even though they may not remain as active, according to an University of Iowa study. The study says this may be because active 5-year-olds developed lesser fat cells, enhanced their insulin response, or their metabolic system improved in some way which helped them stay leaner at the age of 8 or 11 - even though they had slowed down during the intervening years. Parents and school authorities should take note of this and encourage kids, whether boys or girls, to be more active outdoors during the early years. Turns out, this will stand them in good stead in the years to come.


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