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Light is something we often take for granted. We flip a switch, our rooms brighten, and we move on with our day. But what if the light we’re exposed to is impacting our sleep, health, and overall longevity? Dr. Martin Moore-Ede, a pioneer in circadian science, joins me on A Productive Conversation to discuss the powerful role light plays in our lives. His latest book, The Light Doctor: Using Light to Boost Health, Improve Sleep, and Live Longer, dives deep into how modern lighting affects our bodies and what we can do to make healthier choices. In this episode, we explore the unseen effects…

We are only half-way through 2025, but it has already been an exceptional year for elevating exciting new bodybuilding talent up to IFBB Pro Card status. Eric Janicki is the latest social media star to transition to the top ranks. Here’s what you need to know. Eric Janicki, whose website lists him as a “renowned fitness influencer” and boasts millions of followers on-line, was victorious on Sunday, June 1, in Guadalajara, where he won the 2025 Mexico Supershow, earning a pro card to reach a major milestone in the muscle game. This feat is all the more inspiring because Janicki…

Since opening its first location out of a van during the summer of 2014 in Belmar, New Jersey, Playa Bowls has opened nearly 300 locations across the country. Founded by two surfers who wanted to bring deliciously healthy versions of acai and pitaya bowls they feasted on during surf trips spanning from Costa Rica to Hawaii, the franchise has become wildly successful. And what better time to enjoy a refreshing fruit bowl than summer? Playa Bowls just announced its new summer menu, which includes an exciting new base and delicious new bowls and smoothies. Passion Fruit Base Photo by Glenn…

Learning how to manage stress effectively becomes essential as we navigate life’s constant changes. This gentle stress management approach through self-compassion offers a sustainable path forward. As the gift of nature and renewal surrounds us, there’s something comforting about its predictability amidst change. The coolness of the mornings, gentle unfurling of leaves, the first brave blooms pushing through soil—these reliable transformations offer reassurance even as everything shifts. I’ve been reflecting on how we might find similar comfort in new situations that arise, especially during stressful moments or times in our lives. When uncertainty feels overwhelming, where can we discover that…

We’ve been told healing takes time. That it’s nonlinear. That the tears, breakdowns, and self-help spirals are all just part of the process. But what if that narrative isn’t just incomplete—but actively keeping us stuck? Enter Bizzie Gold, founder of Break Method and the author behind Your Brain Is a Filthy Liar, a sharp and science-backed takedown of everything we’ve been taught about emotional wellness. Gold’s work flips the script on conventional therapy, revealing how self-deception—not trauma itself—is the root cause of chronic struggle. Her approach? Less talk, more rewiring. Think neuroscience, pattern recognition, and early childhood coding used to…

Do you remember the TV show from about a decade ago, Wipeout? It had an obstacle called the “Dreadmill,” which would spit contestants out if they couldn’t keep up with its speed. Since then, I’ve always referred to the treadmill as the dreadmill, even though spellcheck hates it. Let’s face it, traditional treadmill cardio fills you with the same sense of dread. Staring at a wall while walking or jogging—and traveling absolutely nowhere—for 30 minutes? No, thank you. Unless you’re training for a 5K, jogging for miles on end probably isn’t your idea of a good time either. But here’s…

This has been a challenging year for all restaurants, including fast food establishments. Due to a variety of factors, consumers aren’t spending as much of their income eating out as usual. In general, prices of everything, including burgers, fries, and milkshakes, have gone up, while many people are experiencing a decline in income. To lure customers back in, fast food chains are offering some pretty major deals this summer. Here are seven fast-food chains launching great deals that you should take advantage of. Dunkin’ Dunkin’ is starting the summer off by giving away free donuts. National Donut Day is on…

Dealing with thinning hair can be frustrating, if not exhausting. While finding the right products is the first step, it also needs constant attention and care to finally see a difference in your hair’s appearance. Sounds like a lot of work right? That’s why I spoke to a few dermatologists and hair experts for a few hacks to make your hair routine easier, effective, and affordable. These specialists told me the best tools for hair growth that won’t break the bank.  Items like scalp massagers, dermarollers, and anti-breakage brushes are what you need to support a stronger, denser mane if…

During slow-wave sleep, the brain “clears out a lot of the physiological debris that is created through our everyday bodily functions,” Linda Ercoli, PhD, a geriatric psychologist and interim director of the UCLA Longevity Center, tells SELF. (That process is essential to staying sharp and warding off cognition issues down the line.) This sleep phase is also when a bunch of other restorative processes unfold, as your body repairs damaged cells, regulates certain hormone levels, and fights off would-be infections.Research suggests dozing in a too-warm bedroom could rob you of these longevity-boosting benefits, as it’s linked with shallower, more disrupted…

Mark Tallman is known for appearing in popular shows like Damages, State of Affairs, and First Wives Club, but his latest role as Nick Brandes in Your Friends & Neighbors sees him parlay an impressive sporting background in order to bring authenticity to a charismatic character. M&F sat down with the athlete-turned-actor to find out how the man from El Paso, TX, likes to train, and we couldn’t resist getting the details behind “that” seriously memorable basketball scene too. Living up to his name, the 6’3” Tallman towers over most Hollywood stars. In Your Friends & Neighbors, his character, Nick,…