In addition to bringing the global economy to a halt, the pandemic has also brought a lot of physical activity to a standstill — an unfavorable trend for the health of our bodies. A new study, however, shows that even relatively tiny amounts of exercise during the day can go a … [Read more...] about Just 11 minutes of daily exercise can help offset the effects of sitting
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To connect more meaningfully with each other, call instead of texting
Over the last couple of months, social distancing has pushed many of us to rely on technology to connect with one another. And while many opt for text-based communications out of fear of awkwardness, new research shows that a phone call is more likely to produce the actual … [Read more...] about To connect more meaningfully with each other, call instead of texting
This new type of plastic could be the answer to the recycling problem
It would be ideal if the reality of recycling plastic matched the recycling symbol we are all familiar with. But the thing is that plastic frequently uses a wide variety of chemicals which make them tough to transform into a desirable end product – that’s one of the reasons why … [Read more...] about This new type of plastic could be the answer to the recycling problem
Women and millennial leaders expedite corporate growth
If your business isn’t growing as quickly or dramatically as you’d like it to, perhaps it’s time to reevaluate who should receive the next promotion. A recent study reveals that those we do not stereotypically see in positions of power are actually the ones who should be given … [Read more...] about Women and millennial leaders expedite corporate growth
Cinnamon holds promise for Parkinson’s disease
Cinnamon can stop the progression of Parkinson’s disease (PD) symptoms in mice, and according to researchers at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, there is good reason to believe that this potent spice could also be beneficial to patients. Parkinson’s disease is marked … [Read more...] about Cinnamon holds promise for Parkinson’s disease