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Losing your job is rough. Even if you’re an optimist, you may look at it as if you have more free time on your hands to do whatever you want…and you do. But it may cost you your health. Today’s article discusses how losing your job can be a health hazard. Here’s what they had to say, “…unemployment has resulted in an increase in body weight and a substantial decline in physical activity, one new study, published by the National Bureau of Economic Research, concluded. Another found a significant increase in death by overdosing on painkillers, tied to treating mental health conditions associated with unemployment.” To read more, CLICK HERE.

Today’s odd article discusses smooches, pecks and kisses and how swapping spit may actually be a healthy exchange. Here’s what they had to say, “Scientists at Micropia, the world’s first museum of microbes, studied the kissing habits of 21 couples – with the results showing they transferred eighty million microbes during a ten second French kiss. And if they did it nine times a day, they soon shared similar communities of oral bacteria.” To read more, CLICK HERE.

Today’s article discusses five digital health trends for 2015. Here’s what they had to say, “Tired of clip-on trackers and bracelets? Your next wearable device just might be hooked around your ear. “Due to the proximity to the temporal artery, devices worn on the ear can conduct completely unobtrusive, passive monitoring devices worn on the ear can conduct completely unobtrusive, passive monitoring and offer far more precise measurements,” says Dr. Vahram Mouradian, founder and CTO of Sensogram Technologies.” To read more, CLICK HERE.

Latkes, a popular Hanukkuh tradition, is on the naughty list this year for being quite the fatty food. It’s joined by Egg Nog and other holiday favorites. So today’s article may be a disappointing one for some readers because the article discusses the most fattening holiday foods. Here’s what they said about Latkes, “Potato pancakes. Traditional latkes fried in oil have about 100 calories a pop, according to the USDA nutritional database, plus a hefty amount of fat from the frying. Toppings, such as sour cream, applesauce and sugar, add on the calories from there.” To read more, CLICK HERE.

True or False: Your dentist may be able to tell that you have a health condition just from looking at your teeth. True. Are you surprised? Today’s article explains how dentists may be able to see five health conditions just from your teeth. Here’s what they said, “You expect your dentist to flag cavities, but did you know your drill-wielding doc might also be able to spot trouble that extends well beyond your pearly whites? “It’s becoming clear that we need to consider integrating oral and general health care,” says Steve Offenbacher, D.D.S., director of the Center for Oral and Systemic Diseases at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.” To read more, CLICK HERE.

Although you may feel that if you were to workout nowadays you’d turn into the next Frosty the Snowman, today’s article discusses how it may actually be good for you. Here’s one benefit, “As the body works harder to regulate its core temperature among the elements, you’ll burn a few more calories during your wintry workout compared to one conducted indoors. While the calorie burn varies with each person’s body mass and the extremity of the temperature, it can be a nice morale booster (especially around the food-focused holidays) to get more out of your sweat session in this regard.” To read more, CLICK HERE.

Winter is here and with it comes the harsh winter weather that creates a slew of health and beauty problems like chapped lips. Today’s article gives several solutions and ways to prevent chapped lips using food. Here’s one, “Mix 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of raw honey together with ½ teaspoon of castor oil for a mini facial for your lips. Apply this mixture onto the lips before going to bed daily, and repeat this for about ten days or until you start seeing results.” To read more, CLICK HERE.

The gift giving season is upon us and there are some people that are harder to shop for, like your health-crazed cousin? What do you get him? A food scale? Today’s article features several options for your health-conscious family and friends. Here’s what they had to say, “Everyone is always looking for an easy way to live better and to stay fit. So instead of picking out another scarf set or candle holder, why not spoil your loved ones with the gift of good health.” CLICK HERE.

Here comes the first winter storm of the year and they are calling for possible power outages but what should you do with the food in your fridge and freezer? How can you make it last and how do you know if it’s safe? Even though today’s article specifically refers to a Maine storm, the tips could be extremely helpful to any region that may lose power during a winter storm. Here’s one tip, “keep a thermometer in your refrigerator and freezer at all times to see if food is being stored at safe temperatures (which means 40 degrees Fahrenheit for the fridge and 0 degrees Fahrenheit for the freezer).”  To read more, CLICK HERE.

As we enter the heart of the flu season, there are those who still haven’t gotten their flu shots because they believe in some common flu myths. Today’s article busts some of these myths, here is one of them, “Myth: The flu is like a common cold … no big deal.” But here are the facts, “Fact: Influenza is a severe respiratory illness that is easily spread, reports the Lung Association, and it can cause severe complications or even death.” To more of the myths, CLICK HERE.