Word of the Day – Nov. 7 – Comestible
Adjective: Comestible (kuh-MESS-tuh-bul)
Definition: Edible
Sample sentence: The November issue of the magazine was filled with recipes for an old-fashioned Thanksgiving feast, including candied yams, homemade...
Health Tip – Nov. 7 – Shaky Hands?
Essential tremor is a common condition, affecting millions of people worldwide. Characterized by the involuntary shaking of the hands, head or neck, the symptoms...
Word of the Day – Nov. 6 – Bugbear
Noun: Bugbear (BUG-bair)
Definition:
1. An imaginary goblin or specter used to excite fear.
2. An object or source of dread: also, a continuing source of irritation.
Sample...
Health Tip – Nov. 6 – Health Benefits of Magnets?
Magnets have long been promoted as treatment for a wide variety of disorders. Proponents claim magnets can minimize pain and anxiety, and treat cancer,...
Word of the Day – Nov. 5 – Gorgonize
Verb: Gorgonize (GOR-guh-nyze)
Definition: To have a paralyzing or mesmerizing effect on: stupefy, petrify
Sample sentence: Dave joked that his boss's angry glare could gorgonize an...
Health Tip – Nov. 5 – Does This “Fat-burning” Extract Work?
Green coffee bean extract is the latest natural substance said to speed up weight loss. In a small study, eight men and eight women...
Word of the Day – Nov. 2 – Sequacious
Adjective: Sequacious (sih-KWAY-shus)
Definition: Intellectually servile.
Sample sentence: Eager to prove that he was not merely a sequacious follower, Martin wrote a critical review of his...
Health Tip – Nov. 2 – Wine and Grapes May Protect Skin
No joke: researchers in Spain have suggested that drinking red wine or eating grapes may help defend your skin against the damaging effects of...
Word of the Day – Nov. 1 – Agon
Noun: Agon (AH-gahn)
Definition: Conflict.
Sample sentence: As the U.S. presidential elections approach, anyone with an interest in politics is focused on the agon about to...
Health Tip – Nov. 1 – Losing Weight After Menopause
For many women, gaining weight after menopause seems inevitable, and losing it nearly impossible. However, a new study from the University of Pittsburgh suggests...
