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Studies have differed over the years so if you are confused, it may not be your fault. Most of the latest studies promote the health benefits of drinking coffee. But now a new study throws another curve at the coffee loving health addict. The health benefits of coffee depend on the way the coffee is…

A study conducted by the University of Sussex found the people are more likely to overeat when multi-tasking. Researchers said their findings show the more the brain locks on something, such as watching television or a movie, the less it can tell when it is time to stop eating. Researchers examined 120…

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a video game which they believe is helpful in treating children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. The organization said the game called EndeavorRx, built by a Boston company, requires a prescription, and is designed to improve attention function…

British doctor said a teenager’s eating habits have permanently damaged his eyesight. They reported that the teenager was so picky about what he would eat that his diet was limited to a few servings of French fries, slices of white bread, and an occasional slice of ham. Doctors said the young man was…

The United States Postal Service released a stamp to raise funds for those diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder. The stamp shows a green plant growing among fallen leaves, which is a symbolic reference to healing and new growth. A portion of the stamp’s cost will go to the Department of Veterans…

A published study led by a facial plastic surgeon found a jump in the number of facial injuries caused by cell phones. Dr. Boris Paskhover of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School said he reviewed 20 years of data and found an increase in injuries beginning in 2006, when smartphones entered the market. Researchers…

Many studies have shown that exercise is good for overall physical health. A new study found that aerobic exercise and muscle-building activities can boost moods and fight depression. The study of over 17,000 adults found that when people performed a combination of physical activity such as walking,…

A study by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) shows that Americans are 15 pounds heavier than they were 20 years ago. The study shows, "The CDC report is supported by previous studies of U.S. obesity rates...last year showed 40 percent of American men were considered overweight, while 35 percent of…

A new study by the National Institute of Health has found that young people who are heavy users of smart phones, tablets, and video game produce brain scans that look different from those who are less active screen users. Scientists say the findings are the first scans of 4,500 nine and ten year olds…

A new scientific study shows how much sleep people need and how the brain suffers with too little or too much sleep. The study focused on real life conditions in participants’ lives for a three-day-period. Analyzing the data from 132,000 nights of sleep found the idea amount of sleep is between 7 and…

You belong to the gym. You faithfully pay your monthly dues and make your almost daily trips to work out. You expect impressive results. Now you learn that is not enough. In addition to your trip to the gym, you need to stop in at your fitness studio where you pay upwards of $150 per month to help your…

What can science tell us about praying? Some studies have found that prayer can improve disease outcomes and prolong survival. Others have been less conclusive. But prayer has been shown to be powerful in at least one way. “It triggers the relaxation response, a state of mind-body rest that has been…

Fifty years ago, in a diving accident, Joni Eareckson Tada was paralyzed from the neck down. She has remained a steadfast witness for Jesus Christ ever since. On the 50th anniversary of the accident that took the movement from all her limbs she said, “I really would rather be in the wheelchair knowing…

A new study has found that people who are addicted to their cell phones experience chemical changes in the brain, which can lead to anxiety, depression, and insomnia. In the study researchers examined the brains of 19 internet addicted people and 19 non-addicted people and found the addicted people showed…

An article covering newly released medical findings states that singing “significantly increased levels of the immune proteins that the body uses to battle serious illness including cancer.” They also found that singing “resulted in significant reductions in stress hormones, such as cortisol, and increases…

In THANKS! How Practicing Gratitude Can Make You Happier, Robert A. Emmons, Ph.D. writes, “Heavy cigarette smoking can knock off about six years from a person’s life. Conversely, happiness can add as much as nine years to one’s life expectancy.” —Jim L. Wilson —THANKS!, 13 Psalm 34:1 (CSB) “I will bless…

The newest tech gadget is the smart water bottle. You use the included app to connect the bottle to your phone to keep track of how much water you are drinking. The bottle will also remind you to take a drink. Their prices run from $10 to $100. I am not sure I need a water bottle to continually nag me…

Research has shown that a major of cause of stress is work, and research by Concordia University in Canada suggests that people who bicycle to work experience less stress than those who drive. Researchers surveyed workers at a company and asked them about their more of transportation, their current mood,…

A new study from the University of Vermont suggests eating hot peppers can help you live longer. In the study, researchers looked at the health and diet data of more than 16,000 Americans for nearly 19 years. They discovered that “those who regularly ate hot peppers were 13 percent less likely to die…

Figures released by the United States government show that more Americans aged 65 and over are still working. The last time the percentage was this high was when John F. Kennedy was president. The research suggests that as Americans get older and life expectancy increases, many people want to work because…

A new study from Norway concludes that hypochondriacs are at a greater risk for heart disease. Researchers tracked volunteers’ heart health for 12 years and found that those with health anxiety were 71% likelier to develop cardiac problems. —Jim L. Wilson and Rodger Russell. The Week, November 25, 2016…

A new study at the University of Toronto suggests that family bonds are far more important to adult wellbeing than friendships. Researchers surveyed some 3000 people between 57 and 85, asking about their closest relationships, health, and well-being. They found that those who felt “extremely close” to…

A study done at medical facilities between 2009 and 2012 has found that health care providers discuss religious beliefs or spirituality in less than 20 percent of cases. Senior author of the study, Douglas White says for many patients and family, these issues are important and understanding them is important…

The Red Cross has medical treatment facilities at Oktoberfest, one of Germany’s biggest celebrations that treat up to 10,000 people every year. “About 800 celebrants become what Germans call Bierleichen—‘beer corpses,’ or people who drink so much they fall unconscious.” -- Jim L. Wilson and Rodger Russell…

A Florida woman was shot in the leg while sitting at a café on Independence Day, but didn’t know until doctor found the bullet five days later. Heather Charlebois told a local paper that she initially thought someone threw a firecracker at her. She felt pain, but didn’t see much blood, so she didn’t…