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  • Wednesday, January 23, 2008

    Cell phones hurt sleep

    New research finds cell phones before bedtime make for more restless nights. And it has nothing to do with what you're talking about. Details here.

    Stress can kill

    New study finds work-related stress can kill. Researchers found on-the-job stress raises the risk of heart disease. So find a way to get rid of your stress now! Keep it LITE!

    Tuesday, January 22, 2008

    Extroverted? Extra pounds!

    New study finds social people are most at risk for being overweight, whereas introverts and worriers tend to weigh less. Makes sense. Where and when do we socialize the most? Where-ever and whenever we eat!

    Thursday, January 17, 2008

    Money can make you sick

    New study finds some flu viruses can live up to 17 days on paper currency. We wash our hands after the bathroom, now we should add washing our hands after touching money. Money may make the world go around, but it also can make the world sick.

    Wednesday, January 16, 2008

    Personality set by preschool

    Research finds that in most cases the personalities displayed in early life as young as preschool will stay with us into adulthood. You can read more about it here. Funny, I remember I was quite the "chatty cathy" in kindergarten and first grade. And look where I am today, talking for a living, sort of.

    Tuesday, January 15, 2008

    Buying happiness

    Apparently you can buy happiness. Study found that the pricier an item was, the happier the purchaser. You can read all about it here.

    Thursday, January 10, 2008

    Reasons to job hunt

    January one of the busiest months of the year for job searchers. If you're contemplating a change, take a look at the reasons why experts say you should look for a new job. Right now, employers are having difficulty finding qualified applicants and are developing better benefits.

    Wednesday, January 09, 2008

    Too much perfume?

    Wearing too much perfume could be a sign of depression. New study finds women who are depressed are also losing their sense of smell and overcompensating by using more perfume.

    Want to live longer?

    British Researchers say they have found that with four easy steps, most of us can add 14 years to our lives. Their study found those who don't smoke, eat lots of fruits and vegetables, exercise regularly and drink alcohol moderately lived longer. The question is.. do you want to live an extra 14 years if you have to do all four steps?

    Tuesday, January 08, 2008

    Hungry for new music?

    Whirlpool introducing a refrigerator that has an ipod with docking station and more, giving new meaning to being hungry for new music. And I was excited when refrigerators first came out with ice and water dispensers on the front door!

    Monday, January 07, 2008

    Move over Tupperware parties

    Forget Tupperware parties, the new craze these days are taser parties. Women who want to feel safe and want to know about personal protection are either hosting taser parties or going to them. Read more about it here. They even come in pink!

    Dieting is out

    New poll out finds dieting is out and healthy is in. And most of us feel being overweight is no longer equated with being unattractive. Read more about it here.

    Friday, January 04, 2008

    Home improvement help

    Lots of people have big plans for the New Year, many of which are fixing up the house. Most popular remodel kitchen and bath. If you're looking for tips on how to do it yourself, great place here.

    Thursday, January 03, 2008

    Cells bad for commute

    So you like your cell phone, but research finds if you use it while you drive, you are slowing up your commute. Read about it here.

    Wednesday, January 02, 2008

    Got a headache?

    Could be that energy saving light bulb giving you a migraine. Health experts in Britian say energy saving flourescent bulbs may trigger migraines in people prone to them. Also reports of dizziness, loss of focus and more.Read more about it here.

    Sunday, December 30, 2007

    Recycle your Christmas trees

    You can drop off your Christmas tree at 14 different Broward County Parks now through January 20th and they'll be chipped into mulch. It's the Chip-A-Tree Program.

    Tuesday, December 18, 2007

    Toys needed

    The U-S Marine Corps' Toys for Tots toy drive is in desperate need of toys. You can help. Details here.

    Wednesday, December 12, 2007

    Not so healthy foods

    You think you're eating healthy, when you choose olive oil over butter, and tuna fish over steak or granola cereal over other kinds of cereal, but experts say these food choices are not so healthy afterall. Find out why here. I was really surprised about protein bars!

    Tuesday, December 11, 2007

    'Tis the season to be jolly

    Optimisim is good over the holidays, as long as it's peppered with planning for disappointments. Read what the experts say.

    Monday, December 10, 2007

    Holiday weight gain worries

    Worried about gaining weight over the holidays? You're not alone. Study finds although many of us fear gaining weight, many of us don't gain that much. Read more about it here.