Run a marathon or two, or even an eight-mile swim or bike ride, and you’ll likely notice a measurable difference in the energy delivered to your body and brain.When you go for a run, your heart rate spikes, your blood pressure drops, your muscles contract, and your metabolism slows.You might feel sluggish for a few…
The most common measure of happiness is the “Frequency Score” , which measures how often people are able to engage in daily activities.But happiness can be measured much more deeply: by measuring people’s emotional states.It’s not just about feeling good about yourself, either.Emotions are part of a person’s identity.They make people happy.A more accurate way…
From 1 January 2018, Irish post offices will only offer postage at post offices located within the same metro area.The move is aimed at preventing “post-paid” customers from using post offices in other locations.What’s the catch?Irish post office companies were already offering postage as part of the basic service and a fee was charged.It is…
The answer is “probably soon,” according to Dr. Mike Guereka, co-founder of the Diabetes Center at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia University Medical Center.The test was developed and funded by the American Diabetes Association.Guereta is the first diabetic to get it.He’s the co-chair of the new National Diabetes Monitoring and Education Program, which is led by the U.S.…