There are many common myths about sleep. We hear them and may even experience them. Sometimes they are just referred as "old wives tales," but there are other times the incorrect information can be serious and even dangerous. The list we are presenting contains Top 10 common myths about sleep, and the facts that dispel them.

• Snoring is a common problem, especially among men, but it isn’t harmful.
• You can "cheat" on the amount of sleep you get.
• Turning up the radio, opening the window, or turning on the air conditioner are effective ways to stay awake when driving.
• Teens who fall asleep in class have bad habits and/or are lazy.
• Insomnia is characterized by difficulty falling asleep.
• Daytime sleepiness always means a person isn't getting enough sleep.
• Health problems such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and depression are unrelated to the amount and quality of a person's sleep.
• The older you get, the fewer hours of sleep you need.
• During sleep, your brain rests.
• If you wake up in the middle of the night, it is best to lie in bed, count sheep, or toss and turn until you eventually fall back asleep.

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Just think of a situation where you are in a miniature version of yourself – a little “you” who drinks, eats, sleeps and lives exactly the way you do. Sounds interesting? Welcome to Yoobotics: This is your virtual second life. It’s a fun online game with a lesson or two on healthy lifestyles. It gives an almost-impeccably accurate repeat of your own lifestyle. This is your own “yoobot” which can quite foretell how healthy you will live and how and when you will die.


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Ladies and Gentleman, following is another great gadget, Long hours of sitting and concentration in your work would get your mind exhausted. According to Chinese Acupuncture theory, human head’s blood circulation plays an important role to maintain a healthy balance of the brain and scalp.




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'Fitness at workplace’ is the latest mantra in the corporate world. Companies have realized that regular exercise boosts employee morale,

Nowadays, the corporate employees not only stretch themselves beyond their responsibilities, but also stretch their muscles in the office gym. Read more...

Have you heard about a skin condition referred as "dermatographia"? This is a condition in which one’s immune system exhibits hypersensitivity, via skin, that releases excessive amounts of histamine, which leads capillaries to dilate and welts to appear (lasting about half an hour) when the skin’s surface is lightly scratched. Artist Ariana Page Russell has this skin condition which frequently blushes and swells. This allows her to painlessly draw patterns and words on her skin, which she then photograph.

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Computer chip maker Intel wants to implant a brain-sensing chip directly into the brains of its customers to allow them to operate computers and other devices without moving a muscle.


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Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, affects at least 50 million Americans and millions worldwide and is a major cause of heart attacks, stroke and kidney failure. These fruits can help regulate blood pressure levels.

Avocado


Banana


Papaya


Kiwi


Cantaloupe



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You have used mints and sprays to freshen your breath, but have you ever imagined that a stainless steel stick could do the trick?


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You know how times have changed when you see that clothes are no longer just fashion statements as they have evolved to pack in technology that will help soothe you whenever it detects that you are suffering from tension and stress.

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They may sound weird, but sometimes even the most bizarre theories lead to the biggest medical breakthroughs. Some surprising hypotheses:

• Fat people are more jolly.
• Love can be cured.
• Showers are bad for the brain.
• Dogs give women breast cancer.
• Nuts cure toothache.
• Sunny days make men violent.
• Short-sighted people are more intelligent.
• Jet lag triggers mental illness.

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As we spend increasing amounts of time at our computer workstation, we need to be aware of how the design and arrangement of our equipment can impact our comfort, health, and productivity.

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Whether you are a big time officer sitting behind a desk all throughout the day, or a student or a housewife with full time house works, you are always busy and there is one thing which is never in your priority in the list of things to do. That is EXERCISE. But remember, people who exercises regularly are healthy. Exercise stretches and contracts the muscles. It stimulates breathing which helps in improving blood circulation and lung function. Exercises can be fun and easy too. You can make your day-to-day activities count as exercise. Use the steps below to see just how easily you can create your most comprehensive fitness plan.

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It is very essential to choose your doctor with care, because quality varies. You need to choose a primary care doctor who will give you quality care and meet your needs. Primary care doctor is the one who is specially trained and can serve you as your main doctor or family doctor in due course of time. He helps you to stay healthy. He provides your health and medical care. Your primary care doctor can refer you to specialists whenever you need them.

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