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High-Fructose Corn Syrup
I found this picture while doing some research for an upcoming health article that will appear in 3ABN World, about the harmful health impact for high-fructose corn syrup. I just had to share it! Source: http://ybfat… -
Vinyl Shower Curtains Contain Potentially Toxic Chemicals
You know that plasticky smell you get when you hang a new shower curtain? It could be bad for your health! Read the report here: http://www.injuryboard.com/national-news/vinyl-shower-curtains-contain-potentially-toxic-… -
Nap Time!
Feeling the need for a few more Z's in your day? It may be a good idea to allocate the time. The Boston Globe has posted a cool info-graphic about napping here: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/ideas/naps/ -
What Happens When We Sleep, What Happens When We Don't
"Chronic sleep deprivation is widely considered a side effect ofliving in a 24/7 society. It’s even documented that people living inindustrialized nations get about an hour less sleep a night than theydid 40 years … -
America the Gluttonous
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a report, "U.S. Obesity Trends 1985-2006." It is really quite shocking! During the last 15 of the 20 year period, average obesity rates per capita have ri… -
Livin' Large
The Smithsonian magazine recently ran a piece on the non-monetary inflation in the United States: our waistlines, serving sizes, etc. You can read the article, "Livin' Large," here. It's chock full of interesting little … -
Smoke-Free Illinois
Thanks in part to the support of Gov. Rod R. Blagojevich, a bill has been signed into law, stating that as of January 1, 2008, all businesses in Illinois (with a few minor exceptions) will be completely smoke-free! As a… -
Water or Coke — Which one is the 'Real Thing'?
This website presents some interesting facts about good ol' water and the much better marketed Coca Cola: Check it out. There are no references given for the facts cited, but they are interesting. In any case ... water h…
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