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Worst day of the week

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British sociologists have debunked the myth that the hardest day is Monday. Actually more difficult physically and emotionally turned Tuesday. At least this is true for office workers. In the study, researchers interviewed three thousand Britons. More than 53 percent of them admitted that on Mondays show little eagerness to work, postponing all the difficult things for tomorrow. In fact most of the day than they do anything but their direct duties. Such behavior is explained by the fact that after the holidays people are not ready to drastically change the working mode of rest and immediately head to plunge into action. As a result, often by Tuesday accumulates great deal of work, and as a result, office clerks begin frantically to catch up. Peak voltage stress falls on Tuesday 11:45 am - at this point people are faced with a maximum workload and has truly come from a working mood. Experts warn that this style may have a negative impact on health, since people actually regu

Negative health impacts of bad teeth and gums

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Most people are aware that they should brush their teeth and floss to keep their teeth and gums healthy, but you may be surprised to find out that taking good care of your oral health can also help to reduce your risk of other medical conditions, some of which are very serious and potentially deadly. How does poor oral health affect general health? Dentists often say that the mouth is a window to the rest of the body and a healthy mouth often reflects a healthy body. In recent years there have been several studies published in journals, which suggest a link between oral health and general health, with many implying that neglecting your oral health increases your risk of medical conditions. One of the most common associations is oral health and heart health, with some studies suggesting that poor oral health increases the risk of heart disease. Experts believe that oral health has a significant bearing on general health because bacteria from the mouth can travel to other parts o

Laser Treatment - An Easy Way For Tattoo Removal

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Body art or Tattoo design is a big business in New York City & even all over the world. Since a 36-year ban against tattooing was lifted in 1997, the city issues hundreds of two-year tattoo licenses each year to the artists. In 2011, there were a total of 2,127 tattoo licenses issued; according to the statistical reports given by the Department of Mental Health and Hygiene. A research shows that as many as 22% of U.S. college students have at least one tattoo, and about half of people who get tattoos later try to have them removed. According to researchers older tattoos are not easy to remove. Some say removal is not only painful, but is also expensive, but thanks to the technological advancements it has become really easy to get your tattoo removed at a cost effective price. Is Laser Treatment The Safest Way For The Removal Of Tattoos? Yes, Laser tattoo removal is the safest method as there are no side effects of this treatment. It is considered as an effective treatment

The Effects of Drugs on the Brain

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narconon.ca By Roger Pahuriray There are a lot of people who are asking this same question about drugs: what happens next when a drug enters the body and makes its way to our brain? There have been recent studies about how the brain works, and the complex relationship between electrical and chemical activity, but we still have a long way to go. How Drugs Change Personality and Behavior Addictive drugs have the ability to activate the pleasure circuit of the brain known as the mesolimbic dopamine cortex. According to some health experts, drug addiction is a biological process which alters the way our brain's pleasure circuit functions. It is important to examine the effects of drugs on the brain's neurotransmission to understand how it works. All drugs have the capability to change the way our brain works. This is done by affecting chemical neurotransmission. Heroin and LSD for instance, can mimic a natural neurotransmitter's effects. PCP, on the other hand, can

Smoking Cigarettes, Smoker Turn to Electronic Cigarettes

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A recent study in Korea discovers that those smoking over 20 cigarettes per day may be as much as three times as likely to suffer a potentially fatal SAH (subarachnoid hemorrhage). Researchers appeal to smokers to turn to electronic cigarettes which are much healthier. IECMA (International Electronic Cigarette Manufacturers Association) advises smokers to select big brand-name electronic cigarettes manufactured by large electronic cigarette OEM factories like KIMREE, JSB and JOYETECH. The study carried out by Seoul National University Hospital shows that heavy smokers may be as much as three times as likely to suffer a potentially fatal SAH (subarachnoid hemorrhage). Heavy smoke here means smoking over 20 cigarettes per day. Therefore, researchers appeal to smokers to quit smoking or turn to electronic cigarettes. " Electronic Cigarettes aim at providing people a healthier lifestyle. Comparing to traditional cigarettes, electronic cigarettes are nonflammable without n

Sexting Risky For Teen Sexual Behavior

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If your adolescent is sexting, they may be already sexually active and engaging in risky behavior, a new study suggests. Researchers are trying to better understand if young people are at greater risk for HIV or other sexually transmitted diseases because they are sending sexually explicit photos or text messages via cell phones. " Sexting " is not an alternative to "real world" sexual behavior among adolescents, according to a new study published Monday in the journal Pediatrics. "The same teens who are engaging in digital sex risk taking through sexting are also the same teens that are engaging in sex risk with their bodies in terms of being sexually active and not using condoms," said lead study author Eric Rice, an assistant professor at the University of Southern California's School of Social Work in Los Angeles. A 2009 report from the Pew Research Center found that some teens "view sexting as a safer alternative to real life sexua

Eating more Fruits and Vegetables

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It's almost June, which means you have a little more than six months to finally complete that New Year's weight loss resolution. Now a study offers two simple changes that may help you reach your goal: Stop sitting in front of the television and start eating more fruits and vegetables. While these health tips might seem obvious, it's their long-term sustainability that has scientists praising their virtues. According to the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine study published in the May 28 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, by making these adjustments you'll be more likely to maintain these habits to lead a healthier lifestyle. Sedentary lifestyle tied to diabetes, heart disease, premature death: Is TV to blame? Sitting too much may double your risk of dying, study shows "Just making two lifestyle changes has a big overall effect and people don't get overwhelmed," Dr. Bonnie Spring, a professor of preventive medicine at Northwest