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You know exercise is good for you long-term, but do you know how much working out today will improve your performance tomorrow? We all know that exercise is good for you. Aside from the obvious benefits to physical health, research shows that working up a sweat reduces anxiety and depression, boosts cognitive performance, and even […]

A recent study investigated how quickly people can bounce back from sleep deprivation. Following 10 days of sleep deprivation and 1 week of recovery sleep, most measures of cognitive performance had not yet returned to normal. The study authors conclude that catch-up sleep is not an efficient way to counteract sleep restriction. It is common

Wander down the bottled water aisle of a supermarket and you will see some products labeled as “alkaline.” Alkaline water producers make some outrageous claims about its powers, from better hydrating you to preventing cancer.  So, is alkaline water worth the price? The conclusive answer is NO!  What is pH in drinking water?  The alkalinity

When it comes to getting hydrated, what is your go-to drink? Plain water, coffee, or milk? Sports or energy drinks? What we think we should drink, and how much, are filled with half-truths, much of it from advertising. So, what does science tell us? Spoiler Alert- Pure water remains the best source of hydration for

Now that bottled water has surpassed soda as the most popular drink, bottled water producers are looking for ways to increase the prices people will pay for it. The most common way is to add something to the water so the seller can claim it has some type of superpower. The truth is, “plain” water

A recent study revealed the amazing effects of sleeping while grounded.  The results were published in the magazine EH Earthing. Individuals participated in a month-long blind study involving the effects of sleeping on a grounded pad: an equal number of them slept grounded and ungrounded. The results reveal what Carico’s customers already know: sleeping while

Did you know that ionizers have several potential benefits, including better air quality, reduced allergens, and improved respiratory health? They can even improve your mood. All of Carico’s air products have a feature that produces you to choose whether or not to introduce negative ions into your environment. Ions And Improved Air Quality. Ionizers are

Sleep paralysis is a very real phenomenon characterized by a temporary inability to move or speak while falling asleep or waking up. The number of People who suffer from it will surprise you. What Is Sleep Paralysis? Sleep paralysis occurs during the transition between wakefulness and sleep, and it is a frightening experience for those

Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep. These interruptions, known as apneas, occur when the muscles at the back of the throat fail to keep the airway open. The most common form of sleep apnea is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), which occurs when the soft tissue at the

Maternal exposure to air pollution may raise the risk for heart defects in an unborn child. In fact, the risks start before pregnancy begins. https://www.heart.org/en/news/2023/02/14/moms-exposure-to-air-pollution-even-before-pregnancy-may-raise-babys-heart-defect-risk New research from China suggests that the risks are just as high in the three months prior to pregnancy as they are during the mother’s first trimester. “It means reducing