These two simple activities can heal a broken heart — one is totally free

These two simple activities can heal a broken heart — one is totally free

Feel free to cry over a pint of ice cream — but it’s not what’s going to mend your broken heart. Takotsubo cardiomyopathy — commonly known as broken heart syndrome — is a very real condition that is typically brought on by severe emotional distress, such as the loss of a loved one. It’s not … Read more

Just 11 minutes of these activities a day lowers risk of heart disease, cancer and death

Just 11 minutes of these activities a day lowers risk of heart disease, cancer and death

Excuses, it’s time to step aside. If you’re not a huge fan of the gym and the thought of doing HIIT makes you want to hurl, you’ll be pleased to know science says you don’t need to do much to reap the health benefits of exercise. A new study has found that this enjoyable form … Read more

This is how often a parent needs to come up with new activities to keep their kid entertained

This is how often a parent needs to come up with new activities to keep their kid entertained

A new survey has found the average parent has to come up with four new activities daily to keep their children entertained.  The poll of 2,000 U.S. parents found four in 10 parents always or often struggle to find ideas to keep their kids entertained.  The study found 4 in 10 parents struggle to come … Read more

These activities can greatly improve your heart health — and sitting isn’t one of them

These activities can greatly improve your heart health — and sitting isn’t one of them

Adults are sedentary for an average of 9½ hours each day, studies have shown — and all that sitting could be putting people’s heart health at risk. Researchers from the University of College London (UCL) and the University of Sydney found that replacing just a few moments of sitting with any other type of activity — even … Read more

These fun learning activities will boost your career, say pros

These fun learning activities will boost your career, say pros

While it may sound odd, embracing your inner kid and playing games may very well assist your career advancement. “Gamifying the learning process through interactive activities, such as motivational flashcards and role-playing exercises, can transform routine job training into an engaging and enjoyable experience,” said Matthew Warzel, president of MJW Careers in Wilmington, NC. “By … Read more