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Have you ever thought about what food can do for your mood? Beyond how they taste, some “mood foods” can actually influence how you feel from the inside out. “Foods are a natural source of substances that have important effects on the nervous system,” says Ellen Albertson, PhD, RDN, NBC-HWC, a psychologist and a registered dietitian nutritionist based in Burlington, Vermont. “Certain foods, generally those rich in amino acids, are used to create chemicals in the brain called neurotransmitters (serotonin, dopamine, endorphins, glutamate, GABA, and noradrenaline) that impact mood.” Some research has suggested that eating whole foods, based on a modified Mediterranean…

Learn how to master the planche, a high-level strength move that transforms your body into a floating plank.Ready to defy gravity and impress onlookers with a stunning display of strength and balance? Enter the planche, a gymnastic feat that goes well beyond the average plank or push-up.Mastering the planche means learning to float your body parallel to the ground, a dazzing trick worth the sweat. But what exactly is a planche, and how can you achieve it? Let’s break down the essentials into five bite-sized pieces that’ll have you planching in no time.The planche is a gravity-defying marvel where you…

Let’s face it: Diarrhea straight up stinks (pun intended). That “uh-oh” urgency to run to the bathroom, especially multiple times per day, can get pretty annoying (and even painful at times). Thankfully, there are lots of different home remedies for diarrhea that you can implement ASAP to get relief. “Acute diarrhea can be due to many root causes, from lactose intolerance, to an infection, or even food poisoning,” says Elena Ivanina, DO, MPH, a gastroenterologist and founder of the Center for Integrative Gut Health in New York City. While it’s important to get to the bottom of your diarrhea (especially…

Dr. Danielle Beetler, student speaker from Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Mayo Clinic celebrated the graduation of the next generation of physicians and scientists. In a combined ceremony in Rochester, Minnesota, on Wednesday, May 22, students received degrees conferred by Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. Forty-four new physicians joined the prestigious Mayo Clinic alumni, and 40 new biomedical scientists received doctoral degrees. In addition, 36 students received master’s degrees.   They join 60 other Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine students in Jacksonville, Florida and Phoenix graduating on those campuses in May. They persevered…

Maintaining weight loss can be just as challenging as shedding those extra pounds in the first place. However, with consistency and the right approach, it becomes more manageable. Daily workouts are a key component of this strategy, as they help burn calories and build lean muscle mass, which boosts metabolism. Here are five simple yet effective daily workouts to maintain weight loss that I always recommend to clients. Incorporating these workouts into your routine can help you maintain your new goal weight and stay healthy and fit long-term. Remember to listen to your body and modify exercises as needed to…

The pill. IUDs. Vaginal rings. Contraceptive injections. Arm implants. Diaphragms. Condoms. With so many options to choose from, picking out the right birth control method for you can be… a lot. Between 2017 and 2019, approximately 65 percent of women aged 15 to 49 in the United States used contraception—and yet they still face numerous challenges, from potential side effects to managing the costs, particularly for people whose insurance coverage doesn’t include contraception. But, you do have some help: By using GoodRx’s free prescription savings platform, you can save an average of $43 on birth control pills. You can also…

Depression is a mental health disorder that affects people of all ages and backgrounds. It can cause feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and worthlessness, and can interfere with daily life. While depression is a common problem, it is important to seek help in order to overcome it and improve your mental health.  One way to address depression is through therapy. Therapy involves talking with a professional therapist the process can help you explore your thoughts and emotions, and develop coping skills to manage your depression. There are many types of therapy, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and interpersonal therapy.…

Health & Wellness May 21, 2024 In many regions of the U.S. and the world, enjoying the great outdoors comes with a hidden risk: ticks and the diseases they carry. Ticks can carry pathogens like Borrelia burgdorferi and Borrelia mayonii, which can cause Lyme disease in humans. Lyme disease is the most common tickborne illness, but there are also dozens of other diseases that ticks can transmit to humans. Dr. Bobbi Pritt, director of the Clinical Parasitology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic, says reported cases of tickborne infections are on the rise, and she offers practical tips to prevent bites. Watch: The…

If you have a partner, Dr. Rafie also suggests broaching the idea of masturbating alongside them while they have their own solo sex moment. This can be superhot in its own right while also allowing you to move at your own pace and stay in a comfy position.5. Plan for intimacy at your “sexual peak.”Before you cringe at the concept of scheduling sex, know that it doesn’t have to feel like prepping for a standing meeting—seriously. Think of it like planning a vacation or a party instead: There’s a degree of exciting anticipation and the opportunity for everyone to show…

Key Points: On average, most people are accurate at predicting repetitions in reserve (RIR), usually being off by ~1 repetition. RIR accuracy is usually higher during lower repetitions sets (≤12 reps) and when prediction is performed later in a set. Training status or sex do not seem to influence RIR prediction accuracy. Interestingly, coaches estimating RIR via video footage were also off in their predictions by roughly one rep, with their predictions also being more accurate when performed closer to the end of any given set. Introduction Proximity to failure can influence both strength and hypertrophy gains, and if you…