For years, psychologists have debated whether a carrot or a stick works best to motivate people in a specific direction. Do people respond better when they are gently encouraged with incentives to make certain positive decisions, or threatened with punishment if they don’t? Researchers have discovered that effective motivational tools usually depend on the person, decision and situation. View full article »
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Across the nation, increasing numbers of employees are participating in wellness programs. In turn, employers are reaping the benefits of healthy employees who are taking fewer sick days and demonstrating higher levels of on-the-job performance. View full article »
The costs for medical insurance and health care services continue to rise, causing American businesses to reevaluate their budget priorities and look for ways to keep expenses in line. As a result, employee wellness programs are growing in popularity, becoming a viable solution for employers to accomplish several goals, including: View full article »
Sugar-sweetened beverages are tasty treats, but can they harm kids’ oral health?
According to the Kick the Can organization, in the United States sugary drinks are produced in 61 brands and represent annual sales of approximately $29 billion. These beverages are available in more than 664 varieties, including sodas, fruit drinks, smoothies, flavored waters and sports drinks. View full article »
Medical researchers have discovered that our eyes may communicate the existence of health problems, sometimes even before physical symptoms appear.
What health concerns could your eyes be communicating to others? Review the following list of 14 physical characteristics that may reveal a health issue: View full article »
