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By Emily Murray Nearly everyone knows about “the little blue pill,” these days. It’s worked wonders for men suffering setbacks in their love lives due to erectile dysfunction. Women who have decreased libido have been hoping for a similar pill. While the medication (flibanserin) has previously sought out FDA approval, it has yet to earn … Continue reading Women’s Viagra Looking for FDA Approval Once Again
By Emily Murray Not all types of sugar affect the body in the same way, this according to a new small study in the journal PNAS. Apparently fructose, a sugar which is found in many products including fruit, may trigger a desire for more sweets and increase hunger levels. The study took place in Southern … Continue reading Fructose May Trigger Food Cravings
By Emily Murray It’s no surprise that exercise is good for us, but what many may not realize is that it can actually lead to a longer life. New research shows that “vigorous exercise” is responsible for preventing chronic disease and early death. When it comes to defining exactly what constitutes as “vigorous” there has been … Continue reading Exercise Leads to Longer Life, According to New Study
By Emily Murray We’ve all been faced with that tough choice in the produce aisle – do we cough up the extra 50 cents to buy organic or do we save a little on the regular veggies and call it a day? The raging debate about whether to ‘go organic’ has revolved largely around whether … Continue reading Organic Produce Carries Lower Risk of Pesticide Exposure
By Emily Murray Since the Ebola threat in the U.S. appears to have subsided substantially in the last few months, it’s easy to forget that it is still claiming life after life in West Africa. Our national news has taken a step back from reporting as it is no longer impacting us but Ebola is … Continue reading Ebola Vaccination Ready for Testing in West Africa
By Emily Murray While most of us look to the flu shot, perhaps we should be looking toward a more natural approach. A new study has found that those who are less frequently hugged suffer from more sever colds. This study was published in the journal Psychological Science. In studies past we have learned the benefits … Continue reading A Hug A Day Keeps the Flu Away?
By Emily Murray With the holidays upon us, we are all busy preparing for family and festivities. While it is one of the most loved times of the year, there are some not-so-fun things that tend to come with it. Crowded shopping malls, full flights and lots of travel time expose us to lots of … Continue reading 3 Ways to Boost Your Immune System for the Holidays
By Emily Murray If you haven’t gotten your flu vaccine yet, you might want to take a look at this new information. The director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced yesterday that the current flu virus has mutated, making this year’s vaccination less effective. As a result, medical professionals are gearing up … Continue reading Flu Virus Mutation Renders Vaccine Less Effective
By Emily Murray The holidays stir up a variety of emotions and memories, for most these are pleasant but even the happiest holidays can lead to stress. There are dinners to cook, parties to attend, gifts to buy, budgets to balance and lots of family time. This year, take time to enjoy the holidays and … Continue reading How to Feel Your Best Over the Holidays
By Emily Murray The idea that our natural stature has something to do with our genetics is really nothing new but the fact that our gut microbes could be to blame? That’s something many of us have never considered. It seems with the growing obesity concern, more and more tests and studies have recently been conducted … Continue reading Gut Microbes to Blame for Fatness or Fitness
