Sleep Researcher Details The Perfect Nap

by Talar Moukhtarian Wired.com    You’re in the middle of the afternoon, eyelids heavy, focus slipping. You close your eyes for half an hour and wake up feeling recharged. But later that night, you’re tossing and turning in bed, wondering why you can’t drift off.    That midday snooze which felt so refreshing at the …

How Drinking More Water Improves Health

by Dictionary Scoop    Drinking enough water every day is crucial, and as time goes by it becomes even more important.    Adults over the age of 60, for example, are at increased risk of dehydration due to natural drops in thirst levels and changes in body composition. While everyone’s hydration requirements differ depending on …

Yum, Yum, It’s Eat Brussel Sprouts Day!

by Kevin Burton    Looking for a source of quick energy and nutrition?  You picked a great day for it. Step right up. It’s Eat Brussels Sprouts day!    The day is celebrated Jan. 31 each year,  according to nationaltoday.com.    “Brussels sprouts belong to the Gemmifera group of cabbages, which are grown for their …

Does Merriam-Webster Hate Spunk?

by Kevin Burton    I was sure I would see it. Lead-pipe sinch said I. Metaphysical certitude, as John McLaughlin used to say on The McLaughlin Group.    Merriam -Webster put together a list of words about energy and enthusiasm and I happily scrolled to see what they had to say about the word  “spunk.” …