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A new study finds that sleep problems can increase someone’s risk of stroke. Sleep problems can include too little sleep (less than five hours), too much sleep (more than nine hours), poor quality, difficulty getting to sleep or staying asleep, prolonged napping, and snoring and breathing cessation. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Stephen English, a Mayo Clinic vascular neurologist, explains why poor sleep can be linked to stroke. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:05) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: “Mayo Clinic News Network.” Read the script. Sleep is…
Bebe Rexha spoke about being diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and how the symptoms of the condition have affected her in a new interview with Gayle King on the SiriusXM show Gayle King in the House.“I just found out recently I have PCOS, polycystic ovary syndrome, and a lot of women have it. A lot of women who have it don’t know,” the 33-year-old singer said. “It causes facial hair, acne around the chin, weight gain—it makes it hard to get pregnant…. A lot of women don’t know they have it because it takes a certain type of doctor and certain tests…
The holidays bring about a season of reflection, celebration, and anticipation. However, for those experiencing grief, the holidays can feel overwhelming. The waves of grief can often feel like they are coming closer together and with more intensity. There might be a noticeably empty spot at the table, traditions feel different, and the longing for connection with the person whom they have lost feels more intense. For those experiencing grief, you might find yourself crying more often, feeling more anxious, and/or wanting to withdraw or avoid the holidays. I want to take a pause and say that these feelings are…
Health & Vitality How the best supplements for energy and focus can enhance your diet Posted by: Team Tony We all want to live a life of happiness, fulfillment and success. It’s human nature to want to be the best version of ourselves, but many of us lose focus and get sidetracked by irrelevancies and things that don’t matter. Instead of focusing on things that won’t move us closer to our goals, we need to look at what will move us toward operating at a peak performance level. As Tony says, “being in a peak state creates peak performance.” Your…
Right now, 35-year-old Ben Beard of Las Cruces, NM, is busy managing his home construction and sales company, while also juggling intense prep for the challenge of a lifetime. Beard is raising money in order to help young people reach their educational and business potential, and will bravely swim the English Channel in aid of The Grant Cardone Foundation. Impressed, and eager to find out how the business man, and father of four, is getting ready for such an epic challenge, M&F took a ‘deep dive’ into his motivations and training ahead of this ultimate test of strength and endurance. Swimming…
ARE YOUR EYES feeling itchier this spring than most? A new Covid variant, arcturus, might be behind it. Otherwise known as variant XBB.1.16, this new Covid strain has been in circulation in more than 22 countries since March 2023, according to the World Health Organization. It is currently designated as a “variant under monitoring,” meaning the global risk assessment is lower than other circulating variants. Its defining feature, though, is its new symptom: conjunctivitis. Conjunctivitis, more commonly known as pink eye, is an infection of the eyeball. “It refers to inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva which is the tissue…
If you think indulging in a few unhealthy snacks won’t derail your belly fat loss progress—think again. Those extra calories can add up quickly if you’re not careful, resulting in excess fat in your midsection and weight gain. Plus, getting used to unhealthy habits can make it challenging to quit them and easier to make more unhealthy choices. To ensure you’re making just the right moves in the kitchen, we chatted with Melissa Mitri, MS, RD, nutrition writer and owner of Melissa Mitri Nutrition, who offers seven of the best healthy snacks for belly fat loss. “By tailoring your diet…
This article is an excerpt from Atomic Habits, my New York Times bestselling book. While researching Atomic Habits, I came across a story that immediately struck me with its simplicity and power. It was the story of Oswald Nuckols, an IT developer from Natchez, Mississippi, and his simple strategy for making future habits easy. Nuckols refers to the approach as “resetting the room.”1 For instance, when he finishes watching television, he places the remote back on the TV stand, arranges the pillows on the couch, and folds the blanket. When he leaves his car, he throws any trash away. Whenever…
HBO’s BARRY has always had an extremely unique tone. With a star—and co-creator, and writer, and frequent director—like Bill Hader, comedy is always going to come with the territory. That’s to be expected from the man who started on Saturday Night Live and has since appeared in modern classics like Superbad, Trainwreck, Hot Rod, Adventureland, and so many more. But a very specific brand of dark comedy has always only been part of the equation for Barry, which through the years has managed to feature elements of drama, thriller, and even straight-up action, while always leaving open the possibility of…
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. No matter where you live across America, your local Costco is without a doubt already in full out summer mode. The warehouse floors are likely littered with swing sets, patio furniture, and must-have grills. Sales include items like lawn fertilizer, sunscreen, lightweight clothing, and even allergy medications. But, the most exciting part about the shift in seasons is all the update to the grocery department,…