Health Question: Why Should you Avoid Alchohol Before Going To Bed?

 Though alcohol may put you to sleep, it negatively affects sleep quality. As alcohol is metabolized, it wakes up the brain, causing sleep disruption. How then can you promote high quality sleep?

Health Question: Where Do Dangerous Germs Live?

It may not come as a surprise that coming into contact with cold & flu culprits are amazingly easy. Why? Because there are many common surfaces that we all touch, but that very few really stop to think about. For example, did you know that the warm, wet inside of a sponge is prime habitat for bacteria to grow? The National Sanitation Foundation at the University of Michigan suggests microwaving your sponge for two minutes every day to kill germs growing inside, as well as replacing your sponges once every two weeks.

Health Question: Which Fall Foods Makes You Burn Fat?

This is the season…of comforting fall foods. But guess what? Turning to your favorite comfort foods as the weather gets colder doesn’t necessarily mean drowning yourself in excessive amounts of sugars and saturated fats and gaining lots of weight. Here are some fall foods that can actually help you BURN fat…

Health Question: Which Cookie Is Addictive Just Like Cocaine?

New research suggests that a particular treat can elicit the same reaction and activate the brain in a similar manner as cocaine and morphine. Joseph Schroeder, an assistant professor of psychology and director of the Behavioral Neuroscience Center at Connecticut College, is expected to present the study, which has not yet been published, next month at the Society for Neuroscience conference in San Diego, Calif. The cookie that the study focused on?

Fashion Discussion: Would You Wear High Heels During Pregnancy?

Happy Thursday! It has been a while, but we are finally putting up our next discussion: Would You Wear High Heels During Pregnancy? It seems like everybody is getting pregnant and popping out babies these days! Being fashionable and beautiful during pregnancy is important (have you taken a look at Kim Kardashian, Kate Middleton, Beyonce, Fergie while pregnant?). For some pregnant women, wearing high heels during pregnancy is a fashion statement. But wearing high heels while your pregnant always causes a stir, it is not acceptable and will most likely be very uncomfortable. What is your take on this discussion:

Health: How Does a Cycle Work-Out Help You?

Using cycling to work out is an effective way to build muscular endurance and cardiovascular stamina, and to burn calories. Because of the limited leg muscle use during cycling, workouts can get monotonous unless you vary your routines. Adding variety to your route, intensity, duration and/or pedaling will help you get the maximum enjoyment and benefit form your cycling workout.

Weight Question: What causes belly fat?

 What causes belly fat? Maybe you’re one of the lucky ones. You don’t have to watch your weight, you eat what you like, you brag about not having to work out, and you shake your head in pity at your chronically-dieting friends. But if you’re like most people, you are very aware of your weight with its ups and downs, and every time a pair of jeans feels suddenly tighter you know deep down inside they didn’t shrink in the dryer. Every day we make small choices that make a big difference to your weight. Because we hardly think about these small choices, the weight creeps up until it’s time for a full plan of weight loss action. Instead of waiting until it gets to that point, start spotting these six diet saboteurs that may be slowly but surely adding inches to your waistline.

Health: Nicole Murphy Fitness Regime

Nicole Murphy is 45-years-old and mother of FIVE children. She was recently spotted flaunting her amazing toned body this past weekend while vacationing. Our question: How does she keep her body that thight? Read all about it after the jump:

Lifestyle Health Question: Is Swimming In Sea Water Good For You?

We received a email from Louisa asking: "Yesterday I went to the beach, and I was just wondering if it did my skin any good"? Well Louisa, a swim in the sea may improve your mood and health. Among several benefits, swimming in seawater can help increase your immune system function, improve circulation, promote overall well-being and hydrate your skin. Take a look at the full list of benefits after the jump:

Women's Health Question: Can Breastfeeding Save Your Life?

Can Breastfeeding Save Your Life? The answer is YES! Breastfeeding can actually save your life. A new study has found exclusively breastfeeding your baby for at least six months could cut your chances of dying from cancer and all other diseases by 17 percent—and death by heart disease alone by 8 percent.