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For some, shining attention on the international burnout rates for employees caused a cascade of workplace environment changes. Bosses had to look long and hard at the culture they’d built and make a variety of decisions—including if a caregiver would be penalized for heading out of work a little early, if a team member could do the same job remotely and whether the end of “hustle” culture would mean a decline in profits. Some rose to meet the modern demands of the workplace, integrating wellness programs and more one-on-one meetings to ensure workers’ satisfaction. Others solidified their traditional expectations, including Wayfair…
Believe it or not, strength training for tennis players wasn’t in vogue back in the 80’s, even among the professional players. John McEnroe famously avoided strength training, and to keep himself fit, he would play as many matches as possible. He got away with this because of his outworldly talent, but times have changed. Modern tennis players look more like Carlos Alcaraz Rafael Nadal than skinny and fit John McEnroe. If you want an edge on the court, hit the gym. Strength training is essential to a professional tennis player’s routine, not just strength training. Unilateral training or training on…
California Pizza Kitchen isn’t just a frozen take-home pizza brand. Outside of the fluorescent refrigerator aisle, CPK is one of America’s favorite chain restaurants due to its variety of options and wide availability for those who are gluten-free or following a mainly plant-based diet. If you’re looking for casual dining, it won’t be hard to find the classic yellow sign as the chain boasts over 130 locations across the country. But CPK offers more than just pizza—we’re talking appetizers, salads, soups, pasta, and more traditional main dishes. Overall, their menu is pretty manageable and transparent when it comes to their…
A recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that looks at sexually transmitted infections (STIs) has some concerning news, especially when it comes to syphilis. While cases of other STIs, like chlamydia and gonorrhea, have decreased or seen modest increases, syphilis has jumped 80% in the four years from 2018 to 2022. Dr. Stacey Rizza, a Mayo Clinic infectious diseases specialist, says syphilis is a bacterial infection that is primarily transmitted through sexual contact. But she says it also can be transmitted from an expecting mother to the baby. “So if a mother has syphilis, whether she knows it or not, while…
Is froyo a healthier option with its lower calories and probiotics, or is ice cream the better choice? Ever since the popularization of frozen yogurt in the leg-warming, jazzercising 1980s, folks have been touting this soft-serve desert as a healthier alternative to ice cream. But froyo isn’t quite the same thing as sticking a tub of plain yogurt in the freezer — so is it really all that healthy?We’ve got the scoop on the pros and cons of froyo and how it compares to ice cream. Just note that nutrition can vary a lot by brand, flavor, and any toppings…
A quick internet search will reveal that there are hundreds of retreat options from yoga immersions to mindfulness retreats to sound healing trainings. If you have made the decision and investment to go on a retreat, congratulations for taking the time out of your life for this unique opportunity. Whether you are doing this for self-care, healing, to learn a new skill, or for professional continuing education, going on a retreat can be a rich and rewarding experiential learning opportunity. One of the most sensitive and important points of the retreat is not just the moment of peak insights, but…
If you’re looking to lose weight, consider warming up a cozy cup of bone broth. You may have savored bone broth in Vietnamese or Chinese cuisine before, where it’s commonly used in dishes such as pho. This soothing meal and beverage is chock-full of nutrients and provides potential weight-loss benefits. In fact, people swear by drinking bone broth for weight loss, so we chatted with Amy Goodson, MS, RD, CSSD, LD, a registered dietitian and certified specialist in sports dietetics who sits on our Medical Expert Board, who breaks down everything you need to know about this nutrient-rich sip. Read…
By Leo Babauta My wife Eva and I have been vegan for over 11 years now, and we love it. I don’t talk about veganism a lot on Zen Habits, but today I’d love to share a little about it, if you’ll indulge me. Let me start by talking about why I’m vegan, and then I’ll share a few tips on how to make becoming vegan as easy as possible, in case you’re interested. So the first thing is that veganism, for me, is about compassion. Yes, it has a huge environmental impact — probably bigger than anything else you…
In the U.S., 4 out of 10 cancer cases are associated with preventable risk factors. That’s according to the latest Cancer Progress Report from the American Association for Cancer Research. February is National Cancer Prevention Month, and Dr. Jon Ebbert, medical director of the Mayo Clinic Nicotine Dependence Center, says it’s never too late to make lifestyle changes that can decrease your risk of cancer. Watch: Prevent cancer with lifestyle changes Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:27) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: “Mayo Clinic News Network.” Read the script. What do tobacco, alcohol and obesity have in…
David Asprey came up with the concept of Bulletproof Coffee. It is one of many recipes in his world-famous Bulletproof Diet. Bulletproof Coffee is a drink that combines coffee, MCT oil, ghee or butter. It is usually served warm and looks quite similar to a latte. Bulletproof Coffee is a new concoction. There has not been adequate scientific research into its impact on health. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not yet evaluated Bulletproof Coffee. Bulletproof Coffee is a great way to break the fast after one follows a keto diet plan. It is also a popular…