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Bridge pose in yoga, also known by its Sanskrit name setu bandha sarvangasana, is a staple in most asana practices, accessible to beginners yet still challenging for advanced practitioners; it’s not only great for core strengthening, but it also offers notable benefits for flexibility and back health. “Bridge pose is a one-stop shop for core strength,” says Esther Yaniv, MD, E-RYT 200, physical medicine and rehab physician and registered yoga teacher. “It engages the deep postural muscles, specifically the multifidus muscles, which are essential for spinal support.” Your multifidi are deep stabilizer muscles that run along either side of your…
Narcissistic abuse is particularly insidious as it almost always damages every aspect of a person’s sense of self including their mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being. Because of this, it’s important to begin to heal from this form of abuse from the inside out. With the right resources, it is possible to do more than just beat the pain, and instead, find a newfound sense of joy and self-empowerment in the aftermath. The Nature of Narcissism: Decoding the Disorder Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a diagnosable Cluster B personality disorder marked with an inflated sense of self-importance, deep need for…
No matter how disciplined you are, everyone loves a good snack now and then. Not all snacks are created equal, though, so it’s important to know the right ones to keep on deck. If you’re looking to lose weight and slim down your waistline, we spoke with Amy Goodson, MS, RD, CSSD, LD, a registered dietitian and certified specialist in sports dietetics who sits on our Medical Expert Board, who shares her #1 best snack to lose belly fat and incorporate into a healthy lifestyle. Keep reading to learn more, and when you’re finished, be sure to check out Here’s…
In a world inundated with self-help books and influencers posing as online therapists, Jamie Kern Lima is a beacon of authenticity and wisdom. Best known as a motivational speaker, author and personal development mentor, Lima is not just another success story; she is a testament to the transformative power of self-worth.Lima understands the pressures women face in a society that often values appearance over substance. Her evolution from a world obsessed with physical attributes to one focused on inner worth is a narrative women worldwide need to hear.Her unwavering determination and commitment to empowering others to pursue their dreams saw…
Filming and uploading each step of your daytime or nighttime skincare routine is all the rage on social media. And it’s especially popular among young girls. But do 8- to 12-year-olds really need to worry about anti-aging serums, expensive cleansers and moisturizers? In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Dawn Davis, a Mayo Clinic pediatric dermatologist, weighs in on what tweens should and should not be using as part of their skincare routines. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:09) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: “Mayo Clinic News Network.” Read the script.…
Heart health is an essential part of your overall health and well-being. Your primary care provider will monitor your blood pressure and lab work during an annual physical exam or more frequently. If you have symptoms that indicate your heart may not be functioning properly, such as blood pressure higher than the recommended level, chest pain or swelling in your feet or legs, you may be referred to a cardiologist. A cardiologist uses diagnostic testing to evaluate the heart’s ability to pump and move blood and oxygen throughout your body. Hearing you need a test on your heart may be confusing…
For so many of us, a good night’s sleep isn’t that easy to come by in the best of circumstances. But if you’ve ever dealt with a strained muscle, herniated disc, or another issue affecting your back, you know it can seriously mess with your rest. Even more frustrating? Sleeping poorly doesn’t just leave you groggy and irritated the next day—research shows it can actually make your pain worse.1The first step toward feeling better is to get to the bottom of what’s causing your discomfort, Nadya M. Dhanani, MD, a pain medicine specialist at UTHealth, tells SELF. For example, you…
Evelyn celebrating her last day of proton beam therapy at Mayo Clinic Evelyn Owens’ brave battle with cancer is capturing the hearts of everyone around her. At only 6 years old, Evelyn was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare form of childhood cancer. Evelyn’s family traveled from their home in Oregon to Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center in Arizona where doctors are using cutting-edge technology that’s revolutionizing cancer treatment for many patients like her. Fighting cancer is tough. Evelyn proved she’s tougher. Watch: Cancer is tough. Evelyn Owens is tougher Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (2:11) is in the downloads at the…
By Leo Babauta The last couple of months, things have piled up on me: emails, tasks, random notes, a bunch of browser tabs with things I’m interested or need to do, financial stuff, etc. For the past week, I’ve been allowing myself the joys of getting organized. It’s beautiful, and I just had to share with you. Let me say a few things first: you don’t need to be organized all the time, or at all. This isn’t a “should” to add to your list of things you’re not doing. Also, there isn’t one way to do this, and my…
Most of us can not go through our days without coffee or tea. The reason is that caffeine is a mild stimulant that affects the central nervous system and increases our alertness and energy levels. Due to that, caffeine consumption is progressive. The addiction is present among many. Also, unlike alcohol and other recreational drugs, caffeine does not attach any social stigma. So, liking caffeine becomes a dependence and addiction quickly. Read on to learn more about caffeine and its impact on health. Caffeine Addiction: An Overview The chemical name for caffeine is trimethyl xanthine. The blood absorbs caffeine within…