Author: Dr. David Lowemann

Is it More Than the Winter Blues?

Winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, occurs this Saturday, December 21, in the Northern Hemisphere. Many people feel the effects both mentally and physically of less sunlight. You might feel sad, tired or anxious during these dark days but sometimes the “winter… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, […]

Published on December 17, 2024

Team Sports Boost Kids’ Executive Function Skills

There may be something special about team sports in childhood that helps sharpen a kids’ brain, new research shows.Children who were on soccer or volleyball teams scored higher on tests of “executive function” – thinking skills needed to organize, remember details, make… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is […]

Published on December 17, 2024

Travelers weigh in on weight-based airfares for eco-friendly skies

The holidays are in full swing and people are shopping, wrapping and packing to visit loved ones. Along with the extra fees for checked baggage and seat upgrades, some airlines are also considering weight-based pricing. A recent study looked at how people felt about weighing their baggage and themselves to help reduce emissions and found […]

Published on December 17, 2024