Health Tip – June 18 – Computer Plus Exercise Equals Less Memory Loss
The latest word on protecting against memory loss as you get older comes from a Mayo Clinic study that identifies computer use plus moderate...
Health Tip – Apr. 19 – Tips for Rest and Sleep
Rest is as important as physical activity for general health. Identify periods during the day when you can be passive, without stimulation, doing nothing,...
Health Tip – July 2 – Pale? You May Need More Vitamin D
Vitamin D deficiency is common in the developed world, and according to at least one study, people with very pale skin are most likely...
Word of the Day – Feb. 28 – Pugilism
Noun: Pugilism (PYOO-juh-liz-um)
Definition: Boxing
Sample sentence: Long fascinated by the art and science of pugilism, Shane has collected biographies of noted boxers such as Muhammad...
Word of the Day – Jan. 22 – Traduce
Verb: Traduce (truh-DOOSS)
Definition:
1. To expose to shame or blame by means of falsehood and misrepresentation.
2. Violate: betray
Sample sentence: At the apex of the journalist's...
Word of the Day – May 16 – Hiatus
Noun: Hiatus (hye-AY-tus)
Definition:
1. A break in or gap in a material object.
2. An interruption in time or continuity.
3. The occurrence of two...
Word of the Day – Dec. 17 – Commensal
Adjective: Commensal (kuh-MEN-sul)
Definition:
1. Of or relating to those who habitually eat together.
2. Of, relating to, or living in a relationship in which one organism...
Health Tip – July 10 – Vitamins – Do They Work?
“Vitamins Don’t Work” articles seem to reappear in national news outlets every couple of years or so. These stories usually follow the same format,...
Word of the Day – Aug. 27 – Palisade
Noun:Palisade (pal-uh-SAYD)
Definition:
1. A fence of stakes especially for defense, or a long strong stake pointed at the top and set close with others...
Word of the Day – Dec. 19 – Ethereal
Adjective: Ethereal (ih-THEER-ee-ul)
Definition:
1. Of or relating to the heavens: heavenly.
2. Being light and airy: delicate
Sample sentence: I had expected the spa to be...
