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Below is an approximation of this video’s audio content. To see any graphs, charts, graphics, images, and quotes to which Dr. Greger may be referring, watch the above video. Some plants may help us reduce high blood pressure and celery may be one of them. But celery also contains relatively high levels of sodium for a vegetable—about 100 mg of sodium in one cup (~130 g) of chopped celery. Even though it’s relatively high in sodium, it also contains other compounds like NBP, the compound primarily responsible for celery’s taste and aroma, which can relax the smooth muscles that line…

This episode is the latest in our monthly PM Talks series, where I’m joined by my friend Patrick Rhone to explore timeless ideas around productivity, creativity, and everything in between. In this conversation, we take a deep dive into what it really means to be creative—especially when you’re busy, overwhelmed, or stuck in perfectionism. We unpack how constraints can fuel creativity, how time and space are both essential and elusive, and why imperfection might be your creative superpower. There’s a lot of riffing, real talk, and reflection in this one—and if you’ve felt like your creative well is running dry,…

Sitting for hours at a desk doesn’t have to sabotage your health or weight loss goals. Strategic stretching throughout the workday revs up your metabolism, improves circulation, and activates muscles that often go dormant while seated. As a personal trainer, I’ve seen how these quick stretches boost energy, melt fat, and reduce stiffness without leaving your workspace. You’ll move better, feel stronger, and torch calories without clocking endless cardio miles. These five desk stretches target key muscle groups affected by prolonged sitting, including hips, hamstrings, back, and shoulders. They engage your core and improve posture, creating a foundation for fat…

Sometimes, just getting through a typical day can be just as exhausting as an intense workout. I would know, since I’m always dealing with some kind of pain, whether it’s from hunching over a desk or wearing uncomfortable shoes. That’s why I often turn to pain-relief creams to manage the nagging discomfort—and most recently, I came across the Sombra Cool Pain-Relief Gel Cream, which immediately piqued my interest with its refreshing qualities and wallet-friendly price. Sombra Cool Pain-Relief Gel Cream  Amazon This $13 lightweight gel cream targets minor muscle and joint aches related to strains, soreness, bruises, and sprains. Its…

Learning how to stop negative thinking can completely change your mental health, relationships, and daily life. Sarah sits in her car after a work presentation, replaying every stumble, every pause, every moment she felt less than perfect. “I’m such an idiot,” she thinks. “Everyone could tell I had no idea what I was talking about.” Meanwhile, her colleagues are already discussing lunch plans, having barely noticed the minor hiccups that now consume her thoughts. If you’ve ever found yourself trapped in a similar spiral of self-criticism, harsh judgments, or endless comparisons, you’re experiencing something psychologists call the “negativity bias,” and…

If you’ve ever zoned out in a sound bath and called it “healing,” you’re not wrong—but according to sound facilitators Alex Artymiak and Anna Yang, there’s more to the story. The founders of Empty Space, a stunning new sound and breathwork studio tucked inside a restored barn in Old Chatham, New York, are on a mission to help us tune in more consciously—not just to the gongs and bowls, but to ourselves. With decades of combined experience in music, meditation, and movement (Alex has led over 7,000 classes worldwide), the duo offers a deeper take on sound as a tool…

Many of us have dutifully sat down on the rear delt fly machine, prizing the handles apart and feeling the burn in our upper body. But how far back should we be pulling? Apparently, it all depends on your muscle building goals according to these experts. Dr Danian Tonellos, who specializes in injury rehab, hypotrophy, and performance, recently told her almost 50k Instagram followers that on the rear delt fly machine, “the biggest mistake is swinging too far back and letting your traps take over.” Of course, there’s nothing wrong with levelling up the traps. These muscles sit where your…

With Cardiovascular diseases on the rise, India is said to become the ‘heart disease capital of the world’ in the coming years. As most of us lead sedentary lifestyles—one of the biggest factors behind heart ailments—knowing what can be done to ward off the threat of cardiovascular diseases, and protecting from debilitating conditions like heart attacks and strokes is absolutely essential. When it comes to keeping your heart in good shape, it’s always a good idea to start by focusing on your food habits. Along with physical exercise and adequate rest (good sleep), diet is a key component in ensuring…

Sneakers have long outgrown their gym-only reputation. Same with their “man-only” reputation. Today, they’re as integral to women’s street style as the bag you’re carrying or the coat you’re wearing. Sneakers can elevate a look, signal personal style, and help you move through the world with purpose. (Yes, even style icons need to run errands.) What used to be purely performance gear is now front-row worthy, and increasingly, it’s women who are shaping what’s cool, what sells, and what gets collected.While SELF has covered the “workout” of it all for years—always telling you our thoughts on the best new drops,…

Learning how to stop negative thinking can completely change your mental health, relationships, and daily life. Sarah sits in her car after a work presentation, replaying every stumble, every pause, every moment she felt less than perfect. “I’m such an idiot,” she thinks. “Everyone could tell I had no idea what I was talking about.” Meanwhile, her colleagues are already discussing lunch plans, having barely noticed the minor hiccups that now consume her thoughts. If you’ve ever found yourself trapped in a similar spiral of self-criticism, harsh judgments, or endless comparisons, you’re experiencing something psychologists call the “negativity bias,” and…