It’s the time of year when many people take advantage of an opportunity to make resolutions and set goals for themselves. Each year some of the most popular New Year’s resolutions are related to fitness
One of the top health news stories presented some scary warnings about paracetamol, known as acetaminophen in the U.S. and found in brands like Tylenol. A scientific study reported potentially fatal consequences of taking more acetaminophen than prescribed, but what…
Most of us have experienced the joy of eating a well-made chocolate bar: the glossy appearance, the smooth mouthfeel, and the unique taste. I’ve always enjoyed eating chocolate, but as a graduate student in Applied Physics at Harvard, I saw an opportunity to pursue my interest further.
The world of fitness gadgets and accessories has come a long way from simple heart-rate monitors and pedometers. But just how fancy can fitness gadgets get…
You may know a few herbal remedies for specific ailments or improving specific functions, such as ginger for nausea, ginkgo biloba for mental focus, chamomile for calming. Ginseng is believed to possess specific benefits but it also belongs to a group of…
One of the things that makes real dark chocolate a healthy snack is its antioxidant quality. An ounce of really dark raw chocolate has more antioxidants than a cup of blueberries based on the ORAC scale. But do you know why…
What’s your idea of an extreme sport? Bungee jumping? Hang gliding? There often is a fine line between fun and fear in these activities. Throw an extreme environment into the mix, and you have a recipe for… ice climbing? “Ice…
Physical products aren’t as sexy as the latest web app, but they are definitely tasty. On October 27, 6-8pm, Perfect Fuel Chocolate hosted Start-Up Stories, a networking gathering for product entrepreneurs, at Space with a Soul. Company founders displayed items…
Is the rowing machine at the gym as good as being on the river? Which provides the best soundtrack to a workout, an iPod or the natural world? I like being physically active because it offers an escape from the stresses of…