By Brianna Siciliano Something that most people do not know is that human beings have two main types of fat: white fat and brown fat. White fat stores extra energy, and when your body has too many white fat cells, risks for diseases (like type two diabetes) increase. Brown fat, on the other hand, burns chemical energy to create … Continued
By Joely Phenes Researchers have discovered a significant link between high use of anticholinergic drugs – including popular non-prescription sleep aids and the antihistamine Benadryl (diphenhydramine) – and increased risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer’s disease in older people. Anticholinergics are a class of drug that blocks the action of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine in the brain and body. Although the … Continued
Winter is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but the harsh weather and the pressures from work or school can cause tremendous stress during the holiday season. Don’t let winter bring you down! There are a few important vitamins that, when added into your diet, can reduce the effects of stress significantly. Vitamin … Continued
By Stefanie Maglio When it comes to cosmetics, there are two things to look for: quality and cost. Makeup for many people is an important part of their morning routine. Therefore they need products that will work best for them and last for a while too. However, no one is looking to spend a ton of money on something as … Continued
Staying hydrated is incredibly important. Most Americans are aware of the problems caused by dehydration, and as a result over the years we have developed a new love: bottled water. It’s clean, safe and relatively inexpensive — and according to some it tastes better than tap water. But, unfortunately, there is nothing green or sustainable about bottled … Continued
By Jordan Tinitigan There are two types of people in this world. There are the optimists, who see the glass half full, and the pessimists, who see the glass half empty. Most people try to be an optimist, even though they feel like they carry the weight of the world on their shoulders. Sometimes it … Continued
CDC recommended this month that 11- to 12-year-olds receive two doses of HPV vaccine at least six months apart rather than the previously recommended three doses to protect against cancers caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) infections. Teens and young adults who start the series later, at ages 15 through 26 years, will continue to need three doses of HPV vaccine … Continued
By Pam Teel He was one of the first people to make analytical drawings of the human body. He also designed the first robots, was a talented scientist, inventor, artist, and musician. He was renowned in the fields of civil engineering, chemistry, geology, geometry, hydrodynamics, mathematics, mechanical engineering, optics, physics, pyrotechnics, and zoology. He rarely … Continued
By Pam Teel Who can say that they have never heard of Princeton, NJ? Surely not those living on the east coast. Best known as the home base for Princeton University, Princeton‘s worldwide popularity goes beyond its historic campus with a great downtown for strolling, great restaurants, historic buildings, cultural events, and more. Thousands of … Continued
By Pam Teel There are friends to be had and songs to be sung with the ladies who make up the Heart of New Jersey Chorus. Do you like to sing? Would you like to refine your singing voice? The ladies in the Chorus would like to meet you. They practice nearly every Wednesday night … Continued