The 5-Second Rule Will Make You Sick
3 Health Myths You Probably Believe
We live in the golden age of information. The answers to many of life’s questions are just an internet search away. Despite this readily available wisdom, we still have a bad habit of believing health-related myths. Here are three popular health “facts” that are total works of fiction.
out, over 50 percent of bottled water is just filtered tap water. The same effect can be achieved with a home filtration system. Of course, if the tap water in your area has been contaminated, bottled water is a safer alternative. However, in most circumstances, bottled water is no healthier than tap water. Cracking Your Knuckles Causes Arthritis The connection between knuckle-cracking
The 5-Second Rule Keeps Food Safe Obviously germs and bacteria don’t really wait five seconds to pounce, but snatching your chip off the floor fast keeps most of the germs away, right? Not according to a 2006 study published by Dr. Paul Dawson. He found conclusive evidence that when food comes into contact with a contaminated surface, bacteria are transferred
and arthritis came from studies where participants self-reported their habits. Modern medical research has shown these results to be false. The official
stance from the John Hopkins Arthritis Center states, “There is no evidence that cracking knuckles causes any damage such as arthritis in the joints.” Still, chronic knuckle-cracking can lead to reduced grip strength, so you might want to break the habit anyway.
immediately. Even one second spent on tile, wood, or carpet is enough to infest your food with salmonella or another
serious contaminant. Bottled Water Is Safer Than Tap Water
People seeking out safer water alternatives increases the sales of bottled “spring water” each year. However,
You’ve probably heard these myths for years, but just because something is common knowledge doesn’t mean it is true. With information so easily available, always take the time
bottled water is more expensive, bad for the environment, and, as Dr. Morton Tavel of the Indiana University School of Medicine pointed
to research the facts, especially when it comes to your health.
Surviving Valentine’s Day After Divorce
Pamper Yourself If you are recently divorced, you’re probably still trying to navigate the changes to your holiday traditions. Between deciding how to plan Thanksgiving dinner or determining which holiday your kids spend with you and your ex-spouse, you might still be dealing with some lingering stress. For this reason, our team here at The Stevens Firm, P.C. encourages you to take time for yourself. Buy yourself a gift you’ve really wanted, schedule a massage, or go out for a nice meal. Everyone deserves a little pampering, and ensuring that you care for yourself at this time of year will make the experience flow more smoothly for everyone.
While Valentine’s Day is typically chock-full of merriment, delectable treats, and well-ingrained spousal traditions, if you have gone through a recent divorce, the Valentine’s Day routines you’ve come to know and love will have to undergo big changes to mirror the transformations you’ve recently made. If this is your first year separated from your previous spouse — even if you feel that the divorce was 100 percent the correct choice — you will likely experience a little sadness or loneliness during the holidays. It comes with the territory, but it is important to allow yourself to feel those emotions without getting lost in them. Once you are able to acknowledge your feelings and losses, you can start implementing other ideas into your family’s life in order to navigate Valentine’s Day post-divorce. Make a Plan Divorce can take a toll on your physical health, emotional health, money, and time. Being constantly surrounded by flowers, chocolate, jewelry shops, and even horse-drawn carriages is a reminder of your new relationship status, but it doesn’t have to completely ruin your day. To avoid letting this holiday sneak up on you, start by planning ahead. You could host a potluck with some of your friends, spend the evening making Valentine’s crafts with your kids, or go to a fun group workout class.
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