Do you know what the number one cause of weather-related deaths is? The answer is extreme heat and humidity. With the temperatures this week being in the upper 90s, it ...
The Drinking Age
That's about the age when parents begin to relax about ... you just kind of feel out of place." If you drink, "on Monday morning you can say, 'I had such a great time; Friday night I got so ...
What Does the Science Say About Tea’s Impact on Cognitive Function as You Age?
“Catechins in green tea act as antioxidants, which help modulate cell function and mitochondrial function, which is essential in providing energy for brain function.” ...
What Reptiles That Never Age Can Tell Us About Longevity
Research published today by myself and colleagues in the journal Science investigates the various factors that may affect longevity (lifespan) and aging in reptiles and amphibians. We used long-term ...
Get Weird With the Age of Aquarius Cocktail
We only go to weddings so we can dance ... and what you’ll get is 100% unadulterated weirdo. A couple of years ago, it was brought to my attention that a drink I had created, “Age of Aquarius ...
Letters to the Editor: Lower the drinking age? Are you crazy?
Lower the drinking age? Are you crazy? Recently, I have read that our state Legislature wants to lower our drinking age to 18. Old age has some benefits. Social Security is nice, as is Medicare.
How long does alcohol stay in your system? What you need to know to get home safely
Alcohol can stay in your system for a multitude of hours, yet the exact time is dependent on factors such as weight, age, medications and health.
Do you drink too much?
If you choose to drink alcohol ... cholesterol levels and blood clots -- depending on age and drinking habit Studies show excessive alcohol can cause unusual heart rhythms, high blood pressure ...
What Can I Drink If I Have Diabetes?
Drinking such beverages with food can help slow their ability to enter the bloodstream and give your body time to catch up in processing the sugars, but you still have to think about the overall ...
What Causes Alcohol Addiction?
Learn what factors can make you more likely to develop a severe drinking problem. What is the root cause of alcohol addiction? There is no easy answer. But certain factors can raise your risk.
Dr. Mitch Shulman: Bodychecking in youth hockey; what you drink; and peanut allergies
There are two opposing views in the debate about bodychecking in youth hockey. The first is that it’s not safe and should be banned; the second is if you teach ...
