Month: August 2023

Font size can ‘nudge’ customers toward healthier food choices

Imagine walking into a restaurant and being greeted by a menu that creates an optical illusion just for you. A recent study reveals that this clever trick can actually steer customers towards healthier food options. By playing with font sizes, numbers attached to nutritional information on menus have the power to subtly nudge patrons towards […]

Published on August 10, 2023

Perils of not being attractive or athletic in middle school

Middle school can be tough for those who don’t conform to society’s expectations of attractiveness and athleticism. Recent research reveals that students who are deemed less attractive or less athletic by their peers face increasing unpopularity as the school year progresses, leading to feelings of loneliness and a higher risk of alcohol misuse. It’s as […]

Published on August 10, 2023

TENS Device May Ease Sleep Apnea

Imagine sleep apnea as a clogged water pipe. The condition disrupts the flow of oxygen as if something is blocking the way. But fear not! A new study suggests that using a small battery-operated gizmo, called a TENS device, can zap sleep apnea and restore peaceful slumber. Similar to how a plumber unclogs a pipe, […]

Published on August 10, 2023