Researchers from Keele University, U.K. revealed through two experiments that swearing during physical activity could actually make you stronger. Both experiments found that uttering profanities increased physical performance by almost 8%. Boosting metabolism and releasing endorphins through exercise usually results in what is commonly referred to as a “runner’s high,” or a feeling of euphoria.…
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If you throw a fancy dinner party, you’ll probably end up using the four main types of tableware, which include serveware, dinnerware, flatware, and drinkware. But when you host your fancy soiree, you shouldn’t forget to include a cheese plate as an appetizer or after dessert. According to a new study, sampling aged cheeses could…
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Sadly, there are currently more than five million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease, and that number is expected to increase to at least 16 million by 2050. In addition to the rising number of Alzheimer’s patients, dental issues, which discriminate against no one, are on the rise as well. There is a silver lining, however,…
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A good night’s sleep is crucial for a healthy lifestyle, yet so many Americans struggling to sleep longer than a few hours each night. According to a new study by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Morbidity and Morality Weekly Report, one-third of U.S. adults are not getting the recommended amount of…
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Although alcoholism remains a major issue across the United States, advertisers aren’t planning on easing back. More than 7% of the entire U.S. population over the age of 18 (13.8 million people) has problems with drinking, including 8.1 million people suffering from alcoholism. Major beer companies certainly aren’t planning on stopping their advertising campaigns to…
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Slips and falls can be dangerous at virtually any age. After all, around 22% of slip and fall incidents result in more than 31 days away from work for readily employed individuals. But when employees take a tumble on the job, they’re able to claim workers’ compensation in order to pay for their medical bills…
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The human foot contains 19 muscles, 26 bones, 33 joints, and 107 ligaments. This means that the foot is incredibly prone to injuries of all kinds. However, a new study out of Australia has determined that foot pain depends much more on lifestyle and activity level than anything else. Research completed by foot specialists at…
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A recent survey conducted by the National Association of Landscape Professionals showed that 75% of U.S. adults feel it’s important to spend time outside in their yards. Many of us love the idea of getting some fresh air and reconnecting with the beauty of nature as part of our fitness routine or in our spare…
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There is a major drug problem happening right now in the United States, and thousands of people have fallen victim. In 2014, more than 47,000 people died due to fatal drug overdoses, and there were 52,404 lethal drug overdoses in 2015. But now, studies have shown that there may be a new, albeit controversial, alternative…
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Approximately 2 million people in the U.S. own horses, but not many horse owners can boast that they have a cat who joins them on their daily rides in the barn. Fieldstone Farm in Holland, MI regularly instructs both adults and children in horseback riding, but Gumphrey the cat is also on their register. Head…
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