Sober September? You’ve heard of Dry January – where people stop drinking for a month after all the holiday celebrations, but now some are calling for a Sober September. Basically it's a break from booze before the holiday over-indulgence. A Sober September may even help you drop a few pounds before the holidays too. (Daily Mail)
We know planes are germy, but it seems things are nasty before you even get on board. If you always get sick when you fly you can blame it on the germ covered security bins we are all forced to put our carry on belongings and shoes into. According to a new study, swab samples of the security bins revealed they are the most contaminated surfaces in airports and planes – even more than toilets! This is a big deal because every single person who flies has to touch them. You can’t avoid it. Think about everything you need to put in the bins – electronics, shoes, bags, and even your jacket and belt. Next time you’re going through TSA be sure to high tail it to the bathroom to wash your hands thoroughly, avoid all contact with your face and mouth during your trip, and wipe down your belongings with anti-bacterial wipes. (Science Alert)
Most of us work an eight-hour day (at least) – but how much of that time are you actually working? According to a new survey by research firm Future Workplace, 45 percent of employees think they could actually put in a full day’s work in under five hours if they didn’t have any distractions. (Buzz 60)
In a rush to get married? You may want to look for someone born under these signs. According to astrologers, these are the signs most likely to want to get married quickly:
- Aries (March 21 - April 19)
- Gemini (May 21-June 20)
- Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21)
- Aquarius (January 20 - February 18) (Bustle)
Here’s an easy way to prevent wrinkles … eat tomatoes. Tomatoes contain an antioxidant called lycopene, which can help prevent wrinkles by protecting your skin from sun damage. (Best Life)