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Lifestyle

Stretching Before Bed: 8 Stretches to Do at Night Before Sleep

March 5, 2021March 5, 2021 -

A 2016 review of studies found a link between meditative movements (such as tai chi and yoga) and improved sleep quality. This improved sleep quality was further linked to a better quality of life. But why does stretching have this … Continue reading Stretching Before Bed: 8 Stretches to Do at Night Before Sleep

Health

COVID-19 Vaccine Side Effects: What to Know Now

March 5, 2021 -

The most common reported side effect following vaccination is pain at the injection site. Trial data has shown that the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines are safe and generally well tolerated. No deaths from anaphylaxis following either vaccine have been reported. … Continue reading COVID-19 Vaccine Side Effects: What to Know Now

Lifestyle

The 6 Best Products for Power Napping in 2021

March 5, 2021March 5, 2021 -

If only we could lounge around all day like cats — loafing about, slowly getting through the day, and draping our bodies on a variety of surfaces as we get some restorative shut-eye. It sounds like a dream. Unfortunately, society … Continue reading The 6 Best Products for Power Napping in 2021

Beauty

A Dermatologist Anti-Aging Skincare Routine For Acne-Prone Skin

March 2, 2021March 5, 2021 -

Gentle cleanser in the morning. “In the morning, I never want to put anything too harsh on my skin as I don’t want to strip the skin of its natural oils. Since I cleanse my skin in the evenings, the … Continue reading A Dermatologist Anti-Aging Skincare Routine For Acne-Prone Skin

Exercise

How to Practice Yoga for Weight Loss

February 28, 2021February 28, 2021 -

People often wonder whether yoga can help you lose weight, or whether it’s just that the more lithe body types tend to gravitate to yoga. The short answer is yes, yoga can likely help with weight loss. But yoga doesn’t … Continue reading How to Practice Yoga for Weight Loss

Nutrition

7 of the Best Apple Types – Sweet, Popular Apples

February 28, 2021 -

Maybe this isn’t a surprise to you, but apples are one of the best fruits you can eat. They’re high in fiber, have about 100 calories per fruit, and are easy to eat on the go. Plus, they are super … Continue reading 7 of the Best Apple Types – Sweet, Popular Apples

Exercise

The Diet and Workout That Gave Me Shredded Abs in 11 Weeks

February 28, 2021 -

Prior to the pandemic, my diet was generally quite healthy, but without a normal routine, it worsened significantly. I found it much harder to avoid pizza, pasta and unhealthy snacking, all of which contributed to feeling worse. After six months … Continue reading The Diet and Workout That Gave Me Shredded Abs in 11 Weeks

Nutrition

10 Natural Cancer Treatments to Consider

February 24, 2021 -

After her diagnosis, she took the advice of her oncologists at the Cleveland Clinic and underwent a mastectomy followed by many rounds of chemotherapy. I can still remember seeing my mom’s hair fall out and thinking she had aged 10 years … Continue reading 10 Natural Cancer Treatments to Consider

Exercise

3 Triceps Workouts, Best Exercises and Top Training Tips

February 21, 2021February 21, 2021 -

Triceps are the ultimate hybrid muscle. Not only are they responsible for arms that look both strong ad sexy, they also contribute mightily to some big lifts like the bench press and shoulder press. The triceps are equal “show and … Continue reading 3 Triceps Workouts, Best Exercises and Top Training Tips

Beauty

Top 5 Detox Bath Recipes

February 21, 2021February 21, 2021 -

Toxins are poisonous substances that negatively affect our health. We expose ourselves to toxins on a daily basis, from sources like pollution, processed foods, and pesticides. And when we don’t release these toxins, it’s reflected in our health and the … Continue reading Top 5 Detox Bath Recipes

Health

Frozen Shoulder Symptoms, Natural Treatment and Exercises

February 12, 2021 -

This commonly occurs when someone is recovering from an injury. Frozen shoulder sometimes occurs when someone is wearing a sling or cast, healing from surgery, suffering from arthritis or experiencing a limited range of motion for another reason, such as a result … Continue reading Frozen Shoulder Symptoms, Natural Treatment and Exercises

Nutrition

Oregano Benefits, Uses, Nutrition, Side Effects and Recipes

February 12, 2021 -

Although many people think of it as the herb that’s sprinkled on top of pizza or into pasta sauces, oregano has been considered a precious plant for over 2,500 years in folk medicines around the world. It’s one of the … Continue reading Oregano Benefits, Uses, Nutrition, Side Effects and Recipes

Beauty

5 Best Razors for Men 2021

February 1, 2021February 1, 2021 -

To help folks find the best razors on the market, we asked 14 men’s-grooming experts — including ten barbers — about their favorites and combed through our archives to find other worthy options recommended to us before. The resulting selection … Continue reading 5 Best Razors for Men 2021

Exercise

Teenagers and Exercise: A Problem to Be Reversed

January 28, 2021January 28, 2021 -

I’m not prone to sounding the alarm, but we’re staring at an epidemic when it comes to teenagers and exercise. A study published in the January 2016 issue of Pediatrics, examining 549 teenagers who were equipped with GPS devices to track … Continue reading Teenagers and Exercise: A Problem to Be Reversed

Lifestyle

Benefits of a Journal or Diary and How to Start

January 26, 2021 -

If you’re looking for ways to boost positivity in your life and relieve stress — perhaps by practicing more gratitude or gaining more self-awareness about your thought patterns — look no further than the power of journaling. The New York … Continue reading Benefits of a Journal or Diary and How to Start

Exercise

The 5 Best Yoga Mats for 2021

January 20, 2021January 20, 2021 -

A yoga mat should be comfortable and supportive, provide sufficient grip to keep you from slipping, and be no-fuss enough to clean and carry (perhaps just from home to the park for now, but eventually back to in-person classes at … Continue reading The 5 Best Yoga Mats for 2021

Lifestyle

How to Control Your Mind: Different Techniques

January 17, 2021 -

While actual mind control belongs in the realm of science fiction, you can work to change your mindset. It might take some effort to learn the trick of regaining control, but the 10 strategies below can help. Identify the thoughts … Continue reading How to Control Your Mind: Different Techniques

Exercise

There’s No Limit to Cardiovascular Benefits of Exercise

January 17, 2021January 17, 2021 -

There’s good news for those who have made a New Year’s resolution to be more active. Researchers say any amount of exercise is beneficial for cardiovascular health. A study published Jan. 12 led by the University of Oxford said that … Continue reading There’s No Limit to Cardiovascular Benefits of Exercise

Nutrition

5 Best Healthy Snacks For Weight Loss

January 12, 2021January 12, 2021 -

If you’ve ever snacked your way through a jar of peanut butter in a day, you’re probably pretty damn convinced that snacking is your worst enemy when it comes to weight loss. But yeah, no. Snacks (you know, the healthy, … Continue reading 5 Best Healthy Snacks For Weight Loss

Lifestyle

Toxic Positivity: Dangers, Why We Do It, What to Do Instead

January 9, 2021 -

Practices like positive self-talk and affirmations are often recommended by therapists for people with low self-esteem, but rarely do we stop to ask ourselves, “Is too much positivity a bad thing?” Many experts believe it can be — which is … Continue reading Toxic Positivity: Dangers, Why We Do It, What to Do Instead

Lifestyle

Jessica Alba’s On Exercise, Family and Business During Pandemic

January 3, 2021 -

Jessica Alba leads the 190 employees of the Honest Company—the nontoxic beauty and home goods brand she founded—from a desk smack-dab in the middle of Honest’s light-filled, open-concept Los Angeles headquarters. That is, when she isn’t on the road, expanding … Continue reading Jessica Alba’s On Exercise, Family and Business During Pandemic

Exercise

Tips to Get Motivated to Lose Weight

January 3, 2021 -

There are so many diet and exercise plans for losing weight that it’s starting to get ridiculous. There’s keto. There’s paleo. There’s Whole30. There are cabbage soup diets and coffee diets and frozen food diets and even something called the … Continue reading Tips to Get Motivated to Lose Weight

Nutrition

Paleo Helped Former Marine Lose 130 Pounds

January 1, 2021January 1, 2021 -

My weight gain started while still on active duty in the Marine Corps, after a surgery put me on convalescent leave for a long period of time, which led me to getting out of shape and gaining weight. I left … Continue reading Paleo Helped Former Marine Lose 130 Pounds

Lifestyle

How to Hack Brain Chemicals to Boost Happiness

December 30, 2020 -

There are millions, or even billions, of chemical reactions occurring in the brain at any given moment. These reactions make up the dynamic system that controls mood, perception and more. Neurotransmitters are the chemicals that send messages from neuron to … Continue reading How to Hack Brain Chemicals to Boost Happiness

Beauty

How to Trim Your Nails Properly

December 20, 2020 -

Although nail clipping seems pretty straightforward, there are some important steps you should follow to ensure a healthy cut. To properly trim your nails, dermatologists recommend the following tips: Soften the nails. The best time to trim your nails is … Continue reading How to Trim Your Nails Properly

Health

How China Recovered From COVID-19 Without Vaccine

December 11, 2020 -

Although COVID-19 originated in China, the country has made striking improvements. Since the country’s first case, the government adopted strict measures to prevent spreading the virus. As a result, life in China has returned back to normal to a large … Continue reading How China Recovered From COVID-19 Without Vaccine

Lifestyle

Benefits of Grandparents (and How to Stay Connected from Afar)

December 4, 2020December 4, 2020 -

There’s plenty of research suggesting that spending time with their grandchildren is beneficial to grandparents’ health. What about the benefits of grandparents to their grandchildren? Many of us have heart-warming memories involving our grandparents. Whether it’s holiday get-togethers, waving to … Continue reading Benefits of Grandparents (and How to Stay Connected from Afar)

Exercise

Working Out With a Face Mask Doesn’t Hinder Breathing

November 9, 2020November 9, 2020 -

When you get ready to leave the house, you check for your wallet, your keys, and nowadays, your face mask. It’s the new norm. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends wearing cloth face coverings while in public to … Continue reading Working Out With a Face Mask Doesn’t Hinder Breathing

Beauty

Can Breast Implants Make You Sick? Doctors On Breast Implant Illness

October 30, 2020 -

She could deal with a little asymmetry on her chest. What was unbearable were the symptoms to come. “No one would believe my symptoms were real. Specialists were telling me it was all in my head.” Miranda started experiencing days-long … Continue reading Can Breast Implants Make You Sick? Doctors On Breast Implant Illness

Health

This Guy Lost 270 Pounds After a Seizure Almost Killed Him

October 25, 2020October 25, 2020 -

At his heaviest, Andrew weighed 540 pounds. It was only when he had a seizure, caused by a health issue he was born with, that he decided he needed to make some serious changes. “I was too large to get … Continue reading This Guy Lost 270 Pounds After a Seizure Almost Killed Him

Health

Always Stressed? 8 Natural Stress Relievers To Try

September 29, 2020 -

Stress: We all deal with it, yet we know how much better off we’d be — both physically and mentally — if we could only get it under control and find stress relievers that really work. While stress can be … Continue reading Always Stressed? 8 Natural Stress Relievers To Try

Exercise

How Long Should You Rest Between Workouts?

September 25, 2020 -

Today, I want to talk about how long you should rest between workouts and how rest can actually improve your physical performance, as this is a common question I’ve gotten. I’ve worked with Olympic-level athletes and swimmers and triathletes over the … Continue reading How Long Should You Rest Between Workouts?

Health

How to Get Rid of Herpes Symptoms Naturally

September 2, 2020September 2, 2020 -

Herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), prompting many to wonder how to get rid of herpes naturally. The herpes virus can live dormant inside a person’s immune system for a lifetime, periodically causing blisters that … Continue reading How to Get Rid of Herpes Symptoms Naturally

Exercise

Man Tried Cycling 30 Miles Every Day for a Whole Month

September 1, 2020September 1, 2020 -

In the grand YouTube tradition of trying a fitness challenge for 30 days in a row, vlogger Zach Gallardo recently decided to set himself the challenge of cycling 30 miles (just over 48 km) every single day for a whole … Continue reading Man Tried Cycling 30 Miles Every Day for a Whole Month

Lifestyle

Half of Single People Don’t Want a Date, Let Alone a Relationship

August 25, 2020August 25, 2020 -

There is a longstanding narrative that being single is a kind of game, and you “win” by finding a partner and settling down. But that narrative is changing, and so are the rules of the game. According to a recent … Continue reading Half of Single People Don’t Want a Date, Let Alone a Relationship

Health

How to Treat Sunburn

August 23, 2020August 23, 2020 -

Your skin can burn if it gets too much sun without proper protection from sunscreen and clothes. To help heal and soothe stinging skin, it is important to begin treating sunburn as soon as you notice it. The first thing … Continue reading How to Treat Sunburn

Beauty

Braces vs. Surgery: What’s Better for Jaw Correction?

August 15, 2020August 15, 2020 -

Many patients who require dental orthodontics do so because of an overbite. There are various types of treatment options for overbites that exist. These options range from braces, tooth extraction, and jaw surgery. The least invasive and the most time … Continue reading Braces vs. Surgery: What’s Better for Jaw Correction?

Health

10 Essential Lifestyle Health Tips for Seniors

August 15, 2020August 15, 2020 -

10 Essential Health Tips For Seniors From baby boomers to senior boomers: 10 tips to keep you healthy and fit In the last census baby boomers, those 65+, accounted for 13% of the population. This age group grew at a … Continue reading 10 Essential Lifestyle Health Tips for Seniors

Lifestyle

America’s Top 10 Fittest Cities

August 15, 2020August 15, 2020 -

Exactly what are the people of Arlington, VA, doing so well to be named America’s Fittest City in 2020, for the third time in a row? To be among the Fittest Cities in the American Fitness Index, compiled by the … Continue reading America’s Top 10 Fittest Cities

Exercise

Athlean-X’s Nutrition and Workout Tips for Getting Shredded Abs

August 12, 2020August 12, 2020 -

Some mottos persist because they are undeniably true. “Hard work pays off” and “abs are made in the kitchen” are prime examples of this in the fitness world. In his latest video, Athlean-X founder Jeff Cavaliere, C.S.C.S. shows how these … Continue reading Athlean-X’s Nutrition and Workout Tips for Getting Shredded Abs

Exercise

The 8 Best Yoga Mats of 2020

July 24, 2020July 24, 2020 -

Our editors independently research, test, and recommend the best products; you can learn more about our review process here. We may receive commissions on purchases made from our chosen links. Our Top Picks Best Overall: Gaiam Sol Studio Select at … Continue reading The 8 Best Yoga Mats of 2020

Exercise

How and Why to Swim In Open Water

July 21, 2020July 21, 2020 -

Ryan Utsumi, 41, had been drenched in the turquoise blue and calm of southern California pools since he started swimming competitively at age five. “But in 2001, after 15 years of chlorine and coaches on the pool deck, I was … Continue reading How and Why to Swim In Open Water

Health

Autism Natural Treatment: Foods, Supplements & More

July 8, 2020July 8, 2020 -

Autism is a developmental disorder that initially occurs in early childhood. It generally affects a child’s language, behavior and social skills in development. The exact cause of autism is unknown, but some reasons may include medications (specifically valproic acid and thalidomide) … Continue reading Autism Natural Treatment: Foods, Supplements & More

Nutrition

Paleo Thai Iced Tea Recipe (with Coconut Milk)

July 5, 2020July 5, 2020 -

Prep Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Serves: 2 Meal Type: Beverages Diet Type Gluten-Free, Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian Ingredients: 1 cup hot, boiled water ½ cup cold water 4 cloves, whole ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon cardamom 2 … Continue reading Paleo Thai Iced Tea Recipe (with Coconut Milk)

Beauty

Salicylic Acid for Skin: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects, Interactions

July 5, 2020July 5, 2020 -

Salicylic acid is at the top of many dermatologists’ lists of acne-fighting ingredients. Why? It helps dry up zits naturally and can also keep them from … Continue reading Salicylic Acid for Skin: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects, Interactions

Lifestyle

Singing Bowl and Sound Bath Benefits for Stress Relief and More

July 2, 2020July 2, 2020 -

Adding to the ever-expanding list of ways to unwind and practice self-care is the use of a singing bowl or sound bath to boost relaxation. Some say that this practice actually dates back thousands of years but only recently has … Continue reading Singing Bowl and Sound Bath Benefits for Stress Relief and More

Nutrition

How Cheat Days Affect Your Body

July 2, 2020July 2, 2020 -

Even the most disciplined dieters can’t live on vegetable and protein without indulging. Case in point: The Rock is notorious for his sushi Sundays. Terry Crews told Men’s Health he downs apple fritters, pizza, mac and cheese and cobbler on … Continue reading How Cheat Days Affect Your Body

Exercise

Hotel Room Workout: A Routine You’ve Been Waiting For

June 23, 2020June 23, 2020 -

I love to work out, but I’m not a gym guy. I’ve been known to travel with a 44-pound kettlebell, and I always try to take the stairs no matter how tall the building. And, as pretty much everyone knows … Continue reading Hotel Room Workout: A Routine You’ve Been Waiting For

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