Most people have heard the old saw about going to bed upset: Never do it, the saying goes, or the hard feelings will fester and resentment will build. Some say it goes back to the Bible, in Ephesians 4:26. “Let not the sun go down upon your wrath.” Regardless of its origins, the adage has been scarcely researched. But in a recent study in The Journal of Neuroscience, scientists found there might be a nugget of truth to it: Going to sleep after experiencing negative emotions appears to reinforce or “preserve” them.
Really? The Claim: Never Go to Bed Angry
February 1st, 2012 by jmantellSkiers vs. Snowboarders: Who Gets Injured More?
February 1st, 2012 by jmantell
The snowboard vs. ski divide is largely a cultural one. From a fitness standpoint, both activities are regarded as great core workouts that require balance, flexibility and strength. But there’s new evidence that skiers and boarders are using their bodies very differently — as evidenced by the divergent injuries the athletes get. So who was more likely to get injured overall?
Volunteering Helps Others, But Also the Person Who Does it
February 1st, 2012 by jmantell
We’re about to talk about something a little self-centered: volunteering. Beyond the obvious societal gains, people who reach out and help others actually end up benefiting themselves.
Stress Management Techniques to Help You Fall Asleep
February 1st, 2012 by jmantell
Stress can keep you awake at night, turning problems over and over in your mind in a frustrating, endless loop. If you’re ever going to sleep well, you have to take steps to manage your stress and keep it from interfering with your rest.
7 Reasons Working Too Much Is Bad For Your Health
February 1st, 2012 by jmantell
If you’re the last one to leave the office, or constantly picking up an extra shift, you may see the benefits in that paycheck, but all those extra hours are also affecting your health. A study released this week found that workers clocking at least 11 hours a day have a higher risk of depression than people working a standard seven- or eight-hour day. And that finding joins a host of others suggesting a link between clocking long hours and serious health problems.
10 Most Dangerous Items in the Office
January 31st, 2012 by jmantell
For office dwellers whose workspace isn’t patrolled by a vicious tackling machine, there are likely still a number of less menacing dangers lurking in your office space. Office workers sustain more than 75,000 on-the-job injuries — from sprains and strains to broken bones — each year, according to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Many of these injuries are caused by falls, falling objects or over-exertion, but the culprit is frequently an ordinary office item.
Hazards: Pedestrians Are Advised to Keep Ears Open
January 31st, 2012 by jmantell
Walking around with an iPod or an MP3 player plugged into your ears may seem harmless, but a new study suggests that the habit has its dangers.
Recognizing Medical Emergencies
January 31st, 2012 by jmantell
According to the American College of Emergency Physicians, the following are warning signs of a medical emergencies.
Shoveling Snow? How to Protect Your Back (And Your Heart)
January 31st, 2012 by jmantell
Snow and ice can make driving treacherous, of course, but snowfall — especially the wet, heavy kind — can be dangerous even if you never leave your driveway. Each year, shoveling piles of snow after a storm is believed to cause tens of thousands of back and shoulder injuries in the United States, not to mention several hundred heart attacks.
Top 10 Items You Should Have in Your Medicine Chest
January 31st, 2012 by jmantell
Headache, upset stomach, sinus problems, menstrual pain, athlete’s foot, dandruff, lip conditions, dry skin and the common cold — chances are you’ve had one if not more than one of them. They’re the most common, everyday health complaints, and while you may not be able to prevent them with a little at-home preparation, you can knock each of them out for the count and just maybe avoid a visit to your doctor. The secret? A well-stocked medicine chest.
