A 1995 study reported that ninety-one percent of people surveyed admitted to picking their nose. I imagine things haven’t changed much over the years. Some pick to remove boogers, while others simply pick out of habit or compulsion. Whatever the reason, it seems like most Americans are doing a little housecleaning now and again. However, research now finds that this somewhat mindless, and hopefully private, habit, may be potentially dangerous for your health.
Why You Crave Sugar and How to Stop
It’s 3 pm, and you can practically hear that candy bar in your desk calling your name. All you can think about is the sweet, crunchy toffee wrapped in a layer of creamy chocolate. We’ve all been there. But why do we get urges like this, and how can you avoid giving in? Read on to find out the truth behind sugar cravings.
6 Steps To Bust Out Of Your Exercise Slump And Get Moving
Once you get into the habit of exercising, it becomes much easier to keep it up. After all, it feels incredibly awesome to master something that was once a big challenge, or to simply enjoy more energy, be more fit and in better overall health. But after awhile, if you stick to the same old routine, you might start to get bored and quit, or hit a plateau and stop reaping all of the benefits you once were. [Read more…]