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One man’s trash is another man’s treasure—or in this case, one woman’s destiny. Nearly 12 years ago, Meg Piercy found a discarded dresser in an alley behind her Chicago home. She successfully refurbished it and sold it on Craigslist—a chance encounter that started her on a path to becoming the co-founder (along with her husband, Joe) and CEO of MegMade, a brand that’s become the gold standard in furniture restoration.The business was just furniture at first, but over the past 12 years, MegMade has added more to its offerings. The Piercys now have a production facility, a warehouse and two…
One of the challenges in addressing Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, cognitive impairment and aging is not related to the conditions themselves but rather the terminology. That’s according to Dr. Ronald Petersen, director of the Mayo Clinic Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, who suggests a new framework for dementia nomenclature is needed. Inconsistent use of terms such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia has compromised progress in clinical care, research and development of therapeutics. Dementia-associated stigma further contributes to inconsistent and imprecise language. Watch: Dr. Petersen discusses why a change is needed when talking about dementia Journalists: Broadcast-quality video is available in the downloads…
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. Coffee chains are the backbone of America. Visiting a coffee shop is part of the daily routine for millions of people all over the country as they seek out a cup of java as a morning wake up. From drive-thru windows to walkable locations along city blocks, there are more than 46,000 coffee shops in the United States. Believe it or not, Starbucks makes up…
Losing 50 pounds—and maintaining a new goal weight—is no easy feat. In fact, it’s a journey The Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond knows well. Drummond kickstarted her wellness journey back in January 2021 and has been maintaining her 50-pound weight loss for almost three years since then, according to PEOPLE. In a recent exclusive interview with TODAY.com, Drummond opened up about the healthy habits that helped her along the way and the one major takeaway she learned. Keep reading to learn more, and when you’re finished, be sure to check out Rob Lowe Reveals His Secrets to Staying Fit & Healthy…
Activated charcoal has been buzzy in the wellness world for years, popping up in a whole bunch of products—from facial cleansers to deodorants—and promising a slew of benefits, from unclogging pores to “detoxing” your body.Now, we’re seeing it play a different role: turning various foods and drinks pitch-black for Halloween. There are charcoal-colored sprinkle cookies, spooky black margaritas with an orange Tajin rim, charcoal-and-turmeric bagels, and even pumpkin pizza with a charcoal crust. The natural black food coloring seems to turn everything into the perfect shade of inky black.But the treats may come with an unintended trick: Activated charcoal can…
One term often comes to mind when discussing weight loss: metabolism. It’s the invisible engine that gives you energy and determines how efficiently your body burns calories and sheds fat. But how do you know if your metabolism is firing on all cylinders? According to research, the amount of American adults who are metabolically healthy is extremely low, even among individuals who are of normal weight. While everyone’s metabolism is unique, the good news is there are ways to boost your metabolism and lose fat naturally, without the need for extreme diets or overly strenuous exercise routines. To learn more about…
Productivity & Performance Set Life Goals That Scare You Posted by: What is your life goal? Is it big enough? And what are you doing to make it a reality? For many people, the answer is “nothing.” They’re too scared to take the first step because the next one hasn’t appeared yet. More than anything else, achieving your goals in life is about starting and taking that first step. “Larger than life goals are about taking a deeper calling inside of us and having so much resolve in their purpose that we see them through, no matter what.” Tony is…
Daniel Humm is currently celebrating 25 successful years in his restaurant; Eleven Madison Park in New York, and is living by the mantra of his new book, Eat More Plants, but the process of shifting from steaks to veggies was a serious undertaking, not least because of world renowned dishes like his famous lavender duck. Pivoting to a plant-based menu mid-pandemic sent shockwaves through the restaurant industry and its critics, but the Swiss-born chef not only held on to his coveted three Michelin stars, he became the first plant-based restaurant in the history of the Michelin guide to earn such…
Mayo Clinic Healthcare expert describes signs and symptoms of stress overload LONDON — It may be surprising to hear, but medically speaking, not all stress is bad. Healthy stress levels help build resilience, says Safia Debar, MBBS, a stress management expert at Mayo Clinic Healthcare in London. In this expert alert, Dr. Debar explains the difference between good and bad stress and how to tell when you are in danger of overload. Dr. Safia Debar Stress is a physical and psychological reaction to a demand, and that demand can be anything, Dr. Debar says. Stress that is good for…
Having a messy room doesn’t mean you have depression. However, depression may increase the odds of having an untidy living space.Ever notice how certain spaces seem to change your mood? Our physical surroundings hold powerful sway over our emotions — and, for many of us, feeling good vibes in a room comes down to its cleanliness. It begs the chicken-and-the-egg question: Does the state of your room reflect the state of your mind, or vice versa?Turns out, both can be true. Here’s what research shows about the link between a messy room and depression.First things first: Just because you’re a…