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Health & Wellness July 8, 2024 Kidney stones often have no definite, single cause, although several factors may increase someone’s risk. While diet can be one of those factors, there are several misconceptions about what foods and drinks to avoid or consume more of in order to prevent kidney stones. However, in this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Aaron Potretzke, a Mayo Clinic urologist, explains why there’s no single diet plan that can prevent kidney stones. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:10) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: “Mayo Clinic News Network.”…

If you (and they) feel comfortable doing so, ask your needle buddy to hold your hand or lightly press on your chest. That way you can focus on the warmth of their skin or the pressure of their touch rather than the needle; a weighted blanket could provide similar benefits as long as it doesn’t get in the way of any needles during your procedure. “Human touch releases all sorts of chemicals into our system that are like natural pain and anxiety killers,” Dr. Thomas says.5. Explore pain-relief options.Pain is one of the most common reasons why people develop a…

Remote work options and the gig economy have created an increase in digital nomads, people who have location-independent work. Social media tends to paint the life of a digital nomad to be a thrilling adventure of flexibility and freedom. However, the reality can often be lonesome and overwhelming. Making friends on the road is challenging, and the impact on one’s mental health can be a lot to take in.  Two big struggles that digital nomads often run into are finding community and finding appropriate housing. Digital nomads often prioritize flexibility, affordability and a sense of community in their living arrangements.…

Fans of Eddie Hall know the big man for deadlifting 1,102 pounds (500 kilograms) and earning the name of World’s Strongest Man in 2017, but it seems that there really is no end to what ‘The Beast’ will throw himself into. Whether it’s competitive swimming, celebrity boxing, MMA, and now movies, this warrior gives it his all. And, in a recent Instagram post, the 36-year-old man-mountain provided a teaser for his next intense project. “Been filming @theawakening.movie recently with @mhookings and loving the challenges it’s bringing, mainly fitting in my food and training around filming but I enjoy moments like…

Fast-food drive-thrus are popular for their ease, convenience, and, of course, the speed at which customers receive their food. One record-breaking McDonald’s drive-thru last year served an astounding 356 customers in one hour—that’s about one vehicle every 10 seconds. Of course, not every location is quite so efficient. Elsewhere, customers face long lines of cars, extended wait times, and incomplete or inaccurate orders. These kinds of frustrations can really make you think twice about pulling into your local drive-thru again. Each year, the data analytics firm Intouch Insight conducts a study on the performance of fast-food drive-thrus, sending mystery shoppers…

Melissa Neuman dreaded getting mammograms. Her small, dense breasts made the screening exceptionally uncomfortable and painful. So Melissa put off getting an annual mammogram until she felt she couldn’t delay any longer. For about five years, Melissa had been plagued with a nagging pain just under her left breast. In February 2023, a recommendation from a friend led her to seek care from Jessica Johnson, an OB-GYN nurse practitioner with Mayo Clinic Health System in Owatonna, Minnesota. She took me seriously, was curious and determined to find out what was causing the pain,” says Melissa, who lives in Owatonna and works as an activities assistant at…

The connection between sleep and health is clear—sleep has many science-backed benefits.  Sleeping naked? Well, there’s no direct evidence that going to bed in the nude will boost your health.  But if sleeping naked helps you sleep better because it makes you feel cool and comfortable, then the practice may contribute to better health. Turns out, sleeping nude might help regulate your body temperature and, in turn, improve your sleep. Getting enough shuteye can help you stay at a healthy weight, improve your mood, and lower your risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes, according to the Centers for…

You may have heard that back squats work more glutes, and front squats work more quads. Loading positions can be dissected more profoundly than expected, with differences in muscle activation, joint angles, and joint force. Let’s discuss these differences according to what the research has found to help you select the best squat loading position for your goals and history.  Front Squat vs. Back Squat One study analyzed the muscle activation and trunk angle differences in twelve trained college-aged men during maximal lifting between the front and back squats (6). Front squats were tested using a barbell on the anterior…

Senada Greca is the go-to trainer for celebrities like Bebe Rexa and has amassed more than 5.5 followers on Instagram thanks to her awesome workout and nutrition tips. Recently, the physical trainer and founder of Zentoa performance wear posted a mindful full body kettlebell workout to give your whole body a blast. Why not try it for yourself? One of the benefits of kettlebells, aside from the portability and convenience, is that they provide a seemingly unlimited number of potential workouts. Thanks to Greca, however, you’ll be moving and meditating at the same time with this particular plan; finding your…

If your summer fitness goal is to sculpt a trim and toned midsection, we have some excellent news: You can achieve a sculpted six-pack by targeting your lower ab muscles. Most people aiming for washboard abs focus on sit-ups, crunches, and planks instead of the lower abs, which are crucial for building a well-defined core. That’s why we talked with Jake Dickson, NASM-CPT, a certified personal trainer with Barbend, who shared their top five lower ab workouts designed specifically for sculpting abs of steel. Developing eye-catching V lines looks impressive and is essential for overall strength and health. According to…