1. Streamline the stuff One of the best and least expensive ways to feel better about your home is to clear it of clutter. This year resolve to go room-by-room periodically clearing anything that you don’t use, wear or love and donate it to charity. Stash useful items such as DVDs, remotes and those kicked-off shoes in simple woven baskets. Clear your counters of everything you don’t use on a daily basis. 2. Make […]
Roasting? 7 Scientific Ways to Beat the Heat
Scientists studying people working under super-hot conditions have learned a lot about how the body handles heat. Beyond the basic advice of staying hydrated while avoiding sugary drinks, caffeine and alcohol, here are some evidence-based strategies for coping with our overheating world. Be in shape – Being aerobically fit increases your ability to handle heat. A workout is like a mini-session of heat stress. “With heat acclimation as well as with training, your resting core temperature […]