Do this test tonight when you go to bed. Put a plate on the floor next to your bed. Lie down with o...
Sleepy people - the dangers of sleep deprivation
Do this test tonight when you go to bed. Put a plate on the floor next to your bed. Lie down with one hand hanging over the bed holding a spoon above the plate. When you fall asleep, the spoon will fall on the plate and should wake you up. If you don't wake up until the next day, it...
Get stressed, stay young
For decades, doctors have warned us about the dangers of stress and have given us advice about how to cut down our stress levels. Everyone agrees that long-term stress, for example having to look after someone who has a chronic illness, or stressful situations where there is nothing...
Water - facts and myths
A Why do we need to drink water? We all know that our bodies need water. Water cleans our body, controls our temperature, and helps to keep us healthy. About 70% of our body is water. B How much water do we need to drink a day? We often read that we need to drink at least eight...
