Fast food diners can be encouraged to make healthier choices by changing the position of items on the menu, a study has found. Research led by Warwick Business School, in conjunction with McDonald’s, showed customers could be persuaded to choose less sugary soft drinks by changing the order they appeared on the touch-screen kiosks. The […]
Study finds people have expectations of the ideal number of collaborators to make a product
When it comes to how people view the group size of a collaboration, new University of Toronto research finds there’s such a thing as too many—and too few—cooks in the kitchen. The research, published in the journal Social Psychology and Personality Science, looks at what people expect from collaborations of different sizes. “People have an […]
Six psoriasis patients make recovery after starting homeopathy
Remarkable transformation of six psoriasis patients who doctors say have been treated with homeopathy – including one who took a remedy derived from the discharge of a man with gonorrhoea The patients took potions that included snake venom and decomposed beef Doctors in India claimed the patients saw results in as few as three months […]
Guys, Here's How to Make Sure You Get That Second Date
Dating is hard. All those apps are supposed to make things easier, but ultimately we’re all still just winging it and hoping for the best. And once you meet someone who’s interested, you still have that all-important first date to get through. In a thread on Reddit, women have started sharing the things that men […]
Sunscreen: is it safe to make your own?
Using natural and organic products for skincare is increasingly popular—and that includes sunscreen. Many websites, including Pinterest and Instagram, feature users’ recipes for homemade sunscreens. Judging from the commentary, the surge in interest for homemade sunscreens is because some people fear the chemicals in shop-bought sunscreens and believe that natural products mixed at home will […]
The little patches that can make managing diabetes a whole lot easier
Diabetes is the fastest growing chronic condition in Australia. At least 1.2 million Australians live with diabetes, and about 10% of them have type 1 diabetes. Diabetes sees the body become resistant to the effects of insulin, or lose its ability to produce insulin from the pancreas. Insulin keeps the body’s blood glucose levels, or […]
These Children's Books Featuring Adopted/Foster Kids Will Make You Cry
Talking to children about adoption and foster families can be difficult for all parties involved. What we say, and how we say it, can shape adopted and foster kids’ experiences and have a lasting impact on their mental and emotional health. Thankfully, there are many children’s books featuring adopted or foster kids that can teach […]
Hate Meditating? Here's How 5 Women Make It Work For Them
We all know we should meditate; from mitigating chronic pain to easing the physical symptoms of anxiety, meditation has long been touted as a panacea for the people. In fact, meditation is the fastest-growing health trend in the U.S., and with new apps and retreats being introduced every day, it doesn’t look like it’s slowing […]
Food allergies don’t have to make meals out a nightmare
Food allergies don’t have to make meals out a nightmare: DR MIKE DILKES reveals five simple steps you can take to cope with the condition An allergic reaction happens when immune system overreacts to a food trigger Chemicals are released in the body, sparking a sometimes extreme reaction People with allergies can still enjoy a […]
Whoa, The Auburn Gymnast Who Broke Both Knees Will Make A 'Complete Recovery'
Auburn gymnast Samantha Cerio shattered both of her legs and knees after a devastating fall during a competition on Friday. Samantha had surgery yesterday with Dr. James Andrews, which reportedly lasted two and a half hours. Auburn gymnastics head coach Jeff Graba said on Twitter that Samantha is expected to make “a complete recovery.” Samantha […]