If you’re like me, you have less time to juggle more tasks these days. Those overwhelming [...]
With summer quickly approaching, now is the best time to start eating more healing whole foods [...]
Back in grade school, making new friends seemed so easy. All you needed was a few shared [...]
Loneliness is a common source of distress and suffering in older people. Recent studies, however, have shown that loneliness may also have a negative impact on a person’s health. The studies suggest that living alone or simply feeling lonely may raise the risk of earlier death and health complications. The first study, involved 45,000 individuals over [...]
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), which is part of the World Health Organization (WHO), classified diesel engine exhaust as carcinogenic to humans, based on sufficient evidence that exposure is associated with an increased risk for lung cancer. The IARC has been investigating the possible link between diesel exhaust and lung cancer ever since the [...]
Inspiyr recently spoke with Santiago Halty, CEO of Senda Athletics, a fair-trade soccer equipment company that partners with non-profits as a way to give back through soccer. Along with sharing the story of Senda, Santiago spoke about the benefits of fair-trade products, how fair-trade products can impact a community, and gave advice to would-be social [...]
The new trend in air travel: picking your own seatmate. The idea is that passengers are able to choose the type of person they wish to sit next to before they even step onto the plane. Although the idea has been around for quite some time, technology is just finally catching up. The idea is [...]
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Coughing? Sneezing? We all like to blame it on allergies, but new research has shown that it may be your carpet that is making you sick. So how can that plush rug make you ill? Well to start out, floor coverings trap and lock in allergens and dirt. “The average person spends 90% of their [...]
Talk Your Way Out of a Speeding Ticket Using These 6 Techniques Statistics show men receive more traffic tickets than women, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that women aren’t pulled over just as much. Everyone knows that women can cry their way out of a ticket, but what is a man to do? Avoid the [...]
According to a study conducted at the University of Kansas, a person can apparently accurately judge another person’s character and habits by simply observing their footwear. The shoe’s condition, style, perceived cost, and even their color can be determining factors in their owner’s personality. Around 200 volunteers had pictures of their shoes taken and submitted, along with a completed questionnaire that detailed aspects of their [...]
Staying Hydrated is Critical for Proper Health, but How Much Water do you Really Need? Your body needs water, but how much water are you supposed to consume in a day? La Trobe University lecturer Spero Tsindos says the idea that 8 glasses of water is ideal or even needed is a scientific myth that [...]
Heart attacks may seem like they come out of the blue, but most don’t. We know that clogged arteries are the root of heart attacks, but there is usually something else that triggers them. Here are some common yet surprising heart attack triggers. 5 Heart Attack Triggers 1) Traffic pollution Commuters beware: It turns out [...]
Delaying Fatherhood May Have Benefits for your Kids Research seems to show that delaying fatherhood will offer advantages for offspring. Children of older fathers may be genetically programmed to live longer. Scientists found that children born to fathers between the ages of late 30s to early 50s inherit longer ‘telomeres’ or tiny protective caps on [...]
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According to the World Cancer Research Fund, limiting your salt intake may reduce your risk of developing stomach cancer. The recommended daily salt intake is about 6g, but on average people are consuming 43% more than they should be at 8.6g a day. In the UK there are about 6,000 reported of stomach cancer every [...]
Do you want to make your life easier, help save the environment, and save money? A smart home may be the way to do just that. Imagine being at work when your children are arriving home from school, and you are not going to be home for several hours. Do you want to know exactly [...]
If you are attempting to kick the habit of smoking but find that you have a difficult time doing so, then researchers at the University of Buffalo may have an answer for you; eat your fruits and veggies. It seems that within the study, researchers found that participants who consumed more fruits and vegetables had [...]
“He that lieth down with dogs shall rise up with fleas.” -Benjamin Franklin You want a great life at home and work. You want to work for an ethical organization, one that you’re proud to be affiliated with. But you recognize that the world around can be a harsh, unforgiving place, often putting great pressure on [...]
Coughing? Sneezing? We all like to blame it on allergies, but new research has shown that it may be your carpet that is making you sick. So how can that plush rug make you ill? Well to start out, floor coverings trap and lock in allergens and dirt. “The average person spends 90% of their [...]
In today’s world of gadgets and gizmos, virtual communication has blurred the lines between casual jargon and professional communication. By following these tips for leaving a professional voicemail message, you will be sure to present yourself in the best light. Tips for Leaving a Professional Voicemail 1. Assess your surroundings Noise in the background of [...]
The need for blood donations is always present, and healthy people are a source for an ample supply, but apparently not enough donations are being made. Low participant turnout has driven the Red Cross to try and revitalize their blood drive promotion campaign. The Red Cross has made an emergency request for blood and platelet [...]
University of Florida researchers have developed a nano-particle that seeks out and completely eradicates the Hepatitis C virus from the body. University of Florida associate professor Y. Charles Cao and pathology professor Dr. Chen Liu published their research online in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The particle, nicknamed a “nanozyme,” was created by combining two biological components to a “spine” of gold [...]
Former New York City Mayor Ed Koch passed away on Friday at the age of 88. The outspoken, quick-witted attorney turned politician helped bring the city out of financial ruins in the 1970′s. According to current Mayor Michael Bloomber, Koch was a quintessential New Yorker and one of the city’s greatest mayors. ”In elected office and [...]
What you say to yourself matters. Lots of people go through life working toward their dreams, but unintentionally hold themselves back with negative self talk. We’re going to help you turn that around today. Erika Andersen, author of Leading so People will Follow, says that although everyone talks to themselves, many often do so in [...]
