Cardio and strength training can be done from home to stay fit and happy, “Today” reported. The combination of exercise regimes gives a total-body workout without the need for expensive equipment or a gym membership. No matter your routine, warm-ups are vital. […]
Health experts are noticing a rise in child obesity during the pandemic, “The Washington Post” reported. Causes of the surge are multi-layered, from a lack of outdoor activity to a constant nearness to the kitchen. Dr. Julia Nordgren, who is also a trained chef, has answers. […]
History may prove to be a life-saving teacher for the novel coronavirus pandemic, CNN reported. The 1918 flu pandemic lasted nearly two years, beginning in spring 1918, killing tens of millions of people. What can we learn from the 1918 pandemic? […]
An AI table server in Korea is easing coronavirus concerns at a restaurant, Reuters reported. Diners can order through a touchscreen on their table and the robot brings their food to them shortly after. Robots use many sensors to do jobs. […]
The mayor of Salem asked tourists to stay away this Halloween due to COVID-19, The New York Post reported. The historic Massachusetts town, most famous for its witch hunt, is usually a popular Halloween destination for visitors. The Salem witch trials claimed 19 lives by hanging. […]
Six breweries in Munich salvaged a canceled Oktoberfest this year, Vinepair reported. The annual festival would have ended Sunday, and though it was canceled in April, breweries held small events at local taverns. Oktoberfest-style beers are big worldwide. […]
Unnecessary spending has increased since the start of the novel coronavirus pandemic, NPR reported. When facing some kind of difficulty or uncertainty, treating ourselves provides a small comfort—but we should practice restraint. Being smart with credit card use can help. […]
Museum gift shops are combating coronavirus with artistic face masks, NPR reported. Museums from Detroit and Milwaukee to Philadelphia are selling masks with prints of famous works of art on them, including Edvard Munch’s The Scream. In a sense, all of art is symbols and signs to discover. […]
A new organization in Washington, D.C. offers free weekly workout sessions, NPR reported. It started after gyms closed due to the pandemic and residents with high blood pressure and diabetes expressed their health concerns. Exercise has far more benefits than just weight loss. […]
Depression has spiked in Americans during the pandemic, according to a study published in JAMA Network last week. Lowered incomes and having less than $5,000 in savings contributed significantly to depression rates. Cognitive behavioral therapy may help. […]
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