Month: December 2022

Gross! Self-Checkout Screens Are Germ Central

Prepare to be disgusted! A recent study discovered that self-service checkout screens are teeming with a multitude of bacteria and germs that have the potential to make you sick. It’s like finding out that your favorite ice cream is secretly made of slimy caterpillars – you never saw it coming! These screens, which are touched […]

Published on December 5, 2022

Money Talks: Cash Incentives Boost Weight-Loss Success

While money can’t buy happiness, it can provide a little extra motivation to shed those unwanted pounds. A recent study explored the effectiveness of cash incentives in weight-loss programs for low-income obese individuals. The findings revealed that participants who were offered financial rewards showed greater success in their weight-loss journeys compared to those without incentives. […]

Published on December 5, 2022

Cash for weight loss: Better than free tools, says study

Imagine you’re trying to motivate a friend to clean their room. Sure, you could offer them a free broom, a how-to book on organizing, and a snazzy dustpan. But would that be as effective as offering them some cold hard cash if they actually cleaned up? According to a new study, the same concept applies […]

Published on December 5, 2022