Balancing on One Leg for 10 Seconds Tied to Better Health
Have you ever heard that balancing on one leg is linked to overall health and even a longer life span? It’s true — studies show that being able to support your body weight on one leg for at least 10 … Continue reading Balancing on One Leg for 10 Seconds Tied to Better Health
11 Signs You’re In A ‘Situationship’
Non-committal relationships are so common, it seems like a new Urban Dictionary term for a casual something-or-other is coined every single day. First, there was “booty call.” Next: “friends with benefits.” And now: “situationship.” So what, exactly, does the buzzy … Continue reading 11 Signs You’re In A ‘Situationship’
Top 5 Essential Oils for Allergies
Over the last 50 years, the rise in prevalence of allergic diseases and disorders has continued in the industrialized world. Allergic rhinitis, the medical term for hay fever and what’s behind the unpleasant seasonal allergy symptoms we all know so well, develops when … Continue reading Top 5 Essential Oils for Allergies
5 Best At-Home Laser Hair Removal Devices 2022
You clicked on this article knowing what it’s about: hair removal. That said, let’s establish up front that body hair is totally natural, beautiful, and healthy. If you do prefer hair-free armpits, legs, or arms, you’re probably very familiar with … Continue reading 5 Best At-Home Laser Hair Removal Devices 2022
Infant Formula Recall Includes Similac, Alimentum and EleCare Products
Powdered infant formulas produced in Abbott Nutrition’s facility in Sturgis, Mich., were recalled after consumer illness from bacterial infections. To date, the infant formula recall has caused four infant hospitalizations, and the bacterial infection from the formula may have contributed … Continue reading Infant Formula Recall Includes Similac, Alimentum and EleCare Products
Health Benefits of Nut Butters
1/14 Food allergies affect 5% to 10% of people. Peanuts (which are legumes, like beans and peas), and tree nuts, like pecans and almonds, are common triggers. If you have a severe allergy, even something that has touched nuts can … Continue reading Health Benefits of Nut Butters
Beer Might Do a Man’s ‘Microbiome’ Good
Putting a new spin on the term “beer gut,” a small study suggests that a bottle a day may do a man’s gut bacteria some good. In a clinical trial of 19 healthy men, researchers found that a daily bottle … Continue reading Beer Might Do a Man’s ‘Microbiome’ Good
Peloton Bike: The Most Addictive Exercise Machine on the Planet
It’s early in the morning, like, the sun-is-just-starting-to-peek-into-the-day type of early. You want to pull the covers up over you head and sleep a little more, but you can’t because cycling instructor Robin Arzón is 900 miles away, setting up on … Continue reading Peloton Bike: The Most Addictive Exercise Machine on the Planet
What is the Best Egg Substitute You Can Bake With?
One of the major differences between becoming a vegan or vegetarian or looking at a Paleo vs. vegan diet is whether or not you consume eggs. If you’re one of these folks, you already know that some adjustments are easier to make than … Continue reading What is the Best Egg Substitute You Can Bake With?
Prozac Oral: Uses, Side Effects, Warnings and Dosing
Fluoxetine is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, a certain eating disorder (bulimia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder).This medication may improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level and may help restore … Continue reading Prozac Oral: Uses, Side Effects, Warnings and Dosing
What to Pack for Holiday? 7 Essentials
Before starting to put things inside the suitcase, it is worth thinking about what type of luggage suits us for the trip we are going to make. Depending on the destination, the transport we are going to use, the temperature … Continue reading What to Pack for Holiday? 7 Essentials
10 Best Body Lotions for Men With Dry Skin 2022
We put a lot of stock in our facial skincare products. From clarifying face washes to hydrating serums and moisturizing face creams, the skin on our face gets a lot of attention. But what about the skin on the rest … Continue reading 10 Best Body Lotions for Men With Dry Skin 2022
The Trouble with Binge Drinking Over Age 30
June 23, 2022 – When you think of binge drinking, you probably imagine young college students overdoing it at big weekend bashes: Kegs, shots, loud music, and bad behavior. And indeed, according to a national survey, more than half of … Continue reading The Trouble with Binge Drinking Over Age 30
Labor and Childbirth: What To Expect and Complications
After months of anticipation, your baby’s due date is near. Here’s what you can expect from the start of labor until the first days and weeks with your new baby. Signs of Labor No one can predict with certainty when … Continue reading Labor and Childbirth: What To Expect and Complications
Top 20 Summer Fruits and How to Add Them to Your Diet
In the summertime, things get a whole lot more colorful, including your plates. With so many fruits and vegetables in season throughout the warmer months, it’s time to crowd those meals with fresh, delicious and nutrient-rich summer fruits. They can … Continue reading Top 20 Summer Fruits and How to Add Them to Your Diet
‘Patient Influencers’ Partnering With Drug, Medical Companies
Reality star Khloe Kardashian appeared on the television show The View. During her segment, Kardashian, who has 255 million followers on Instagram, touted the benefit of migraine drug Nurtec ODT. She became a paid spokesperson for Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, maker of … Continue reading ‘Patient Influencers’ Partnering With Drug, Medical Companies
‘Everyday’ Chemical Linked to Early Death, Costs U.S. Billons
Scientists have identified a common chemical linked to early death, and the downside is that (at least in America) it’s still legally found in thousands of products — some of which may be right under your feet. Researchers from NYU … Continue reading ‘Everyday’ Chemical Linked to Early Death, Costs U.S. Billons
Chef Tyler Florence Wrote 20,000 Recipes. This Is His Favorite
“I like to do Americana really well. And then take it to a Michelin level,” Florence says. “And really kind of play into the the familiar, which is the space that I think I get the most traction with when … Continue reading Chef Tyler Florence Wrote 20,000 Recipes. This Is His Favorite
FDA Authorizes COVID Vaccines in Kids Down to 6 Months
The FDA today granted emergency use authorization to the Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines for use in children 6 months of age and older, one of the final steps in a long-awaited authorization process to extend protection to the youngest … Continue reading FDA Authorizes COVID Vaccines in Kids Down to 6 Months
10 Steps to Achieve Satiety When You Eat
Have you ever eaten a large, carb-laden meal and, even though you packed in the calories, felt hungry in just a short while? Or maybe you were starving after a long day and scarfed down a healthy dinner you just … Continue reading 10 Steps to Achieve Satiety When You Eat
Why Isometric Exercises Belong in Your Workout Routine
Imagine if you could do effective exercises in only 10 seconds, anywhere, anytime … without any equipment. This is absolutely possible with isometric exercises, which are perfect for anyone who wants to tone muscles and gain strength in a way … Continue reading Why Isometric Exercises Belong in Your Workout Routine
Zinc Oxide Skin and Other Benefits, Uses, Side Effects
For more than 2,000 years, we’ve turned to zinc to help deal with burns and wounds. Today, zinc oxide benefits are even more broad, but looking back (way back), records show that zinc itself was first used in natural healing … Continue reading Zinc Oxide Skin and Other Benefits, Uses, Side Effects
Brazilian Wax Guide and Tips
One of the biggest beauty trends to come from the early aughts was Brazilian waxing. The J Sisters—seven Brazilian beauty entrepreneurs whose names all start with the letter J— helped pioneer the hair removal methodin the US in the 90s. … Continue reading Brazilian Wax Guide and Tips
CDC Changes Mask Guidance, Says Monkeypox Not Airborne
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has clarified its guidance on wearing face masks to avoid monkeypox, which primarily spreads through direct bodily contact. Last week the agency updated its travel advisory for monkeypox and advised the public … Continue reading CDC Changes Mask Guidance, Says Monkeypox Not Airborne
Pork Belly Ramen with 34 g of Muscle-Building Protein
You may see ramen as a carb fest, but if you invert the portions—more meat, less noodle—you’ll feast on 30 grams of muscle-building protein and 10 grams of filling fiber. This recipe, which leverages that inversion, comes to you by … Continue reading Pork Belly Ramen with 34 g of Muscle-Building Protein
DIY Poultice Remedy with Herbs
When it comes to a natural remedy for almost anything, from sore muscles and burns to insect bites, a poultice is a great way to tackle it. As a kid, I remember my grandmother creating this remedy when I had my … Continue reading DIY Poultice Remedy with Herbs
Concerta Oral: Uses, Side Effects, Warnings and Dosing
This medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder – ADHD. It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain. Methylphenidate belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. It can help increase your … Continue reading Concerta Oral: Uses, Side Effects, Warnings and Dosing
Alpha Lipoic Acid Benefits, Food Sources, Dosage and Side Effects
What is it about foods like broccoli and spinach that make them so healthy? There are the fiber, vitamins and minerals, of course, but then there are other important chemical compounds we call “antioxidants,” too — including alpha lipoic acid … Continue reading Alpha Lipoic Acid Benefits, Food Sources, Dosage and Side Effects
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder): What Is It?
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental health condition that can cause unusual levels of hyperactivity and impulsive behaviors. People with ADHD may also have trouble focusing their attention on a single task or sitting still for long periods … Continue reading ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder): What Is It?
How to Use Mindfulness to Ease and Heal Trauma
This is Present Tense, a series on mindfulness for busy people (read: all of us). Whether you’re at work, on a walk, or hanging with loved ones, mindfulness can help you stay connected and engaged – no matter what the … Continue reading How to Use Mindfulness to Ease and Heal Trauma
Neroli Oil Uses, Benefits for Skin, Pain and More
What precious botanical oil requires around 1,000 pounds of handpicked flowers to be produced? I’ll give you a hint — its fragrance can be described as a deep, intoxicating mix of citrus and floral aromas. Its scent isn’t the only reason … Continue reading Neroli Oil Uses, Benefits for Skin, Pain and More
3 Best Duffel Bags for Men – Top Weekender Bags For Travel
There is no bag better than a duffel bag, and that’s just the way it is. Suitcases are good for traveling to places where there is room for them. Backpacks are great, but they don’t hold that much stuff. Briefcases, … Continue reading 3 Best Duffel Bags for Men – Top Weekender Bags For Travel
The Best and Worst Workouts, According to Science
1 / 15 Go for It: Pilates It’s a low-impact workout that focuses on your core — your hips, back, and abs. It uses your own body as resistance and taps into the mind-body connection. Pilates builds strength, makes you … Continue reading The Best and Worst Workouts, According to Science
Top Iron-Rich Foods List
Spinach may not give you superhuman strength to fight off villains like Popeye’s nemesis Bluto, but this leafy green and other foods containing iron can help you fight a different type of enemy – iron-deficiency anemia. Iron-deficiency anemia, the most … Continue reading Top Iron-Rich Foods List
The Best Biodegradable Soaps to Buy in 2022
Camp showers are one of the great joys of backpacking. After a long day in the sun drenched in sweat, nothing feels better or more natural than cold rinse amidst the great outdoors. Part of enjoying the outdoors responsibly includes … Continue reading The Best Biodegradable Soaps to Buy in 2022
3 Best Keratin Shampoo Brands for Shiny Hair
Battling frizz can feel like a full-time job, especially when you have factors like humidity working against you. There are so many quick fixes you can take to momentarily smooth down flyaways, like hair oils or leave-in conditioners. But odds … Continue reading 3 Best Keratin Shampoo Brands for Shiny Hair
How to Get Rid of Bloating in 8 Steps
Stomach bloating is so common these days that it’s been called an “epidemic.” If you frequently deal with distention, digestive discomfort and a bloated stomach, you probably want to know: Why do I feel bloated all the time? With most … Continue reading How to Get Rid of Bloating in 8 Steps
Could Video Games Boost a Child’s Intelligence?
Folks often believe that video games rot a kid’s mind, but a new study argues the opposite could be true. Children actually might get a brain boost from playing hour after hour of video games, researchers report. American kids between … Continue reading Could Video Games Boost a Child’s Intelligence?
Being an Exercise Researcher Taught Me to Rethink My Own Fitness
I’ve always had a love-hate relationship with exercise. That is until I started researching how powerful it really is. When I was about 6 years old, my father would take me on morning runs on the side of a busy … Continue reading Being an Exercise Researcher Taught Me to Rethink My Own Fitness
Racial Trauma: What It Is and How to Cope
Trauma refers to an emotional response to an upsetting event, like a natural disaster or violent crime. Racial trauma is a reaction to experiences of racism, including violence or humiliation. You might also hear it referred to as race-based trauma … Continue reading Racial Trauma: What It Is and How to Cope
How to Get Rid of Jock Itch: 9 Natural Remedies
You don’t have to be an athlete or a jock to get jock itch. However, it’s most common in athletes because they sweat more than the average person and often wear sweaty clothing for long periods of time. This can … Continue reading How to Get Rid of Jock Itch: 9 Natural Remedies
CoQ10 Benefits, Foods, Supplements, Dosage and Side Effects
Coenzyme Q10 (COQ10) is an essential element for many daily functions. In fact, it’s required by every single cell in the body. As an antioxidant that protects cells from the effects of aging, CoQ10 has been used in medical practices … Continue reading CoQ10 Benefits, Foods, Supplements, Dosage and Side Effects
How to Create A Real Work Life Balance
Boundaries between work and life have been dissolving as cell phones and the internet made it possible to reach people outside the office. But when the pandemic hit in 2020, sending legions of office workers to log in from home, … Continue reading How to Create A Real Work Life Balance
12 Tips to Inspire a Love of Movement from an Early Age
Nurturing a lifelong love of movement and physical activity in children is a goal of many parents and caregivers. Unfortunately, less than 24% of American children ages 6 to 17 get 60 minutes of physical activity daily, which is the … Continue reading 12 Tips to Inspire a Love of Movement from an Early Age
Are Oats Gluten-Free? Nutrition, Benefits and More
Oats are often praised as one of the healthiest breakfast options around — but many people are also confused about how oats are made and what makes them different from other cereal grains, including wheat. Left wondering — “Are oats … Continue reading Are Oats Gluten-Free? Nutrition, Benefits and More
How to Ease Motion Sickness Yourself
Motion sickness is feeling sick when travelling by car, boat, plane or train. You can do things to prevent it or relieve the symptoms. How to ease motion sickness yourself Do reduce motion – sit in the front of a … Continue reading How to Ease Motion Sickness Yourself
Knee Arthritis Symptoms: Treatment Options and More
There are over 100 types of arthritis. Two common types of knee arthritis are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). OA is the most common type. It’s a progressive condition that usually appears after midlife where the cartilage in the … Continue reading Knee Arthritis Symptoms: Treatment Options and More
Retinol Facial Serum Benefits and Recipe
Although the skin is subject to acne, other skin conditions and aging, as the body’s largest organ, it also has the potential to soak up a lot of healthy vitamins. One of the main vitamins our skin soaks up is … Continue reading Retinol Facial Serum Benefits and Recipe
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