Each year more and more students enroll in college to advance their careers and earn their degrees. But students are doing more than just studying during their time in higher education, it seems a lot of their time is spent drinking. Seventeen million college students partake in drinking each year. How much are they really drinking? Anywhere from 4-9 drinks on average a week are […] Read more »
Household Germs That Can Kill
Today we have a useful infographic from the London-based cleaning company Master Cleaners Ltd, all about the deadliest germs that can be found in the home. This infographic provides information about 4 germs including MRSA, E. Coli 0157, Novovirus and C. Difficile. Household Germs That Can Kill by Master Cleaners Read more »
11 Ways To Pay For Home Healthcare
Many seniors are uncertain about their options when it comes to remaining in their home long term or downsizing. Depending on their situation; their health, if they have family around to help, and their finances, these are the things that they base their decision on, and usually their financial situation stops them from making the best choice for themselves about their health and receiving the […] Read more »
Adolescent Marijuana Smoking Statistics
How many teens are smoking pot? Find out who’s toking here. Plus, information about the real harms of marijuana, including the long term effects of smoking pot, especially on the brain after adolescent initiation of use (weed affects IQ). And a short section on how to intervene with teenagers in order to address drug abuse problems. Most pot smokers deny that smoking marijuana affects health […] Read more »
10 Health Tips For Men
There are many health tips circulating these days. It seems every time you turn around there is a new fad diet or craze. This infographic breaks down 10 of the best health tips we were able to find, specifically for men. You can read the details of each in the infographic but here they are in order: 10. Start Cooking, 9. Heavy It Up, 8. […] Read more »
Heavy Lifting: How To Do It Right
Back injuries at work are mainly caused by heavy loads. They can also be caused by bad posture and wrong lifting technique. Employers must protect their employees. They are obliged to provide adequate training, equipment and guidance to prevent injury and harm. Unfortunately, heavy lifting accidents and manual handling accidents continue to happen. Back injuries can be incredibly painful. To prevent these kinds of injury, employees […] Read more »
How Will the ACA (Obamacare) Affect Senior Citizens?
The Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, has many implications for senior citizens and Medicare. AssistedLivingFacilities.org has compiled this infographic which offers the views of both the opponents and proponents of the legislation. Healthcare is very tricky and we do suggest doing all of your research that you can before choosing anything. Don’t be pressured into anything until you know what is what and how […] Read more »
Precor AMT Infinite Workouts
Precor put together this infographic to show off all the amazing things you can do with the AMT. Did you know You can climb, cycle, jog, or run without ever changing machines? The AMT is perfect for any fitness level, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned athlete? It’s possible to burn up to 1,200 calories per hour? Thanks to pre-programmed workouts, you could exercise every day for 20 years […] Read more »
Info About the Electronic Cigarette
E-cigarettes are becoming the rage around the world. I saw a guy using one in an airport the other day. It seems cool that you are not having to light up since you can’t get a lighter past the TSA anyway. That being said they do seem safer than using traditional cigarettes and from what I read you can actually add the dose of nicotine […] Read more »
Benefits of Garlic Oil Supplements
Garlic is a great supplement that can shield you against the common cold. It also makes a great natural remedy to banish blemishes though you won’t find it as a main ingredient in your drugstore acne medication. Its antioxidants kill bacteria, so rub a sliced clove of garlic on the pimple for an effective topical treatment. Garlic can also for some people help treat athletes foot, […] Read more »