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Not to be dramatic, but some of us are the “chosen ones” in our family. We are the ones who have been chosen to take the challenging (and perhaps less traveled) path towards healthy mental and emotional wellbeing. If you find that you are experiencing emotional discomfort, that you are challenging some of your default thinking, that there is an increased awareness of wanting to do things differently, you just may be chosen. When my son was about four years old, I called him from the other room. Instead of responding promptly, and running towards me to address my need…
Superfoodie Sophie Jaffe is a yogi, wellness expert, founder of superfood brand Philosophie, and mama to three beautiful children here in Los Angeles. It’s a Tuesday morning and you’re already running 10 minutes late for everything. If you’ve ever tossed your kids a snack bar on the way out the door and told yourself you’ll just wait until lunch, I get it and I’ve been there.Juggling our full, yet abundant, lives can leave us with little time to focus on the nourishment we’re really craving. Busy mornings and hectic schedules make it all too easy to fall into unhealthy, but convenient…
Winter weather changes can negatively affect the skin — the body’s largest organ. Colder temperatures and a lack of moisture in the air can damage unprotected skin, especially on the face and hands. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (0:59) is in the downloads at the end of the post. Please courtesy: “Mayo Clinic News Network.” Read the script. They’re the wounds in an annual battle with dry winter air. “When the temperature drops, the humidity tends to drop with it,” says Dr. Dawn Davis, a Mayo Clinic dermatologist. “And, so, naturally your skin dehydrates.” Dr. Davis says hands are…
The number of plant-based protein powders is constantly increasing, which is great for vegans and vegetarians! But too many options can lead to confusion and indecision. Even if you manage to drill it down to two popular options — pea protein vs soy protein — how do you know which is best for you? You want a product that tastes good, provides the nutrients you need for your goals, and won’t cause any negative side effects. So, to help you decide, we compare these two options so you can determine which will work best for you. How Are Pea and…
Dr. Qin Rao answers common questions about treating irritable bowel syndrome with constipation. Irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) is a functional disorder in which people develop symptoms of abdominal pain, bloating, and gas, with bowel movements dominated particularly by constipation. IBS-C is one of the most common GI disorders diagnosed by a doctor and has a heavy socioeconomic burden.It’s more prominent in women, people younger than age 50, and in people with a history of anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. The exact cause of IBS-C is unknown, but there are several working theories.People with symptoms of IBS-C…
An enlarged prostate, known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is a common condition often associated with the natural aging process in men. Dr. Scott Cheney, a Mayo Clinic urologist, says it’s a condition where the prostate enlarges over time and restricts the flow of urine. “I like to tell patients that the prostate is kind of like an orange with a straw going right through the middle of it. And as we age, the prostate gets larger and larger, and the urethra gets compressed by the tissue of the prostate. This makes it more difficult for the bladder to push…
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Mobility and strength are two sides of the same coin. Good strength training will improve overall mobility when the exercise is performed through a full range of motion. And uncomplicated mobility training improves your ability to go through a full ROM with strength exercises. What does that all mean for you? It means better health and more gains for you. There are a few exercises where mobility and strength meet head-on, with the goblet squat being the No. 1 example. Not only do they improve your mobility and strength, but they improve it for other exercises, too. The adductors, commonly…
The product recommendations in this post are recommendations by the writer and/or expert(s) interviewed and do not contain affiliate links. Meaning: If you use these links to buy something, we will not earn a commission. With Valentine’s Day now less than a month away, adorable heart-shaped items are probably already popping up in droves at retailers across the country, from chocolate boxes to jewelry to those classic Conversation Hearts. And if you shop at Costco, even your dinner could be heart-shaped this Valentine’s Day. Spotted by the Costco fan account @costcobuys earlier this week, the warehouse club is currently selling…
When winter storms hit, good balance can prevent falls and injuries — ranging from broken arms, legs or hips to back injuries and concussions. The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control says slips and falls are the leading cause of nonfatal injury across all age groups, except the 10–24 group. One in every 5 falls results in a serious injury, such as head trauma or broken bones. That’s more than 800,000 people being hospitalized each year. To remain upright and steady, the even distribution of weight over your feet is vital. Many parts of your body play key roles…