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If you’ve been slammed at work, eating all the wrong foods at your desk, and trying to figure out where the next window of time for your next gym session is coming from, then you probably didn’t notice that April is “Stress Awareness Month.” Fortunately, you don’t need to get extra tense for missing the memo, because taking care of your stress levels is something that you can work on all year round. Our hearts are essential for longevity and for reaching peak performance. Short-term energy levels and long-term health outcomes depend on us taking care of our ticker. So,…
Ingredients ¼ cup low-sugar granola* 2 tbsp. crushed walnuts ⅔ cup plain or vanilla Greek or Skyr yogurt** ½ cup mixed berries 1 tsp. raw, unfiltered honey *We used Purely Elizabeth’s Original Grain Gluten-Free Granola **We used Siggi’s plain 4{1293bd4ef25ca86a622f6d9512ec3310653175851a143bae989351f0db04aea4} yogurt. Directions In a mason jar or serving bowl, add 1 tbsp. of granola & ½ tsp. of honey. Top with ⅓ cup yogurt. Then sprinkle 1 tbsp. of walnuts, ¼ cup berries and 1 tbsp. Granola. Layer once more with yogurt, walnuts, berries and granola, then drizzle with a little honey. Nutritional Information & Macros Dietary Information: Vegetarian, Gluten…
The “best” outdoor sectional for you is all a matter of personal preference. But, the most common things to consider are: Size, style, materials, and price.Size & ShapeBuying any large piece of furniture for your home is a commitment. One of the most important considerations is the overall dimensions. There’s no getting around the fact that you need to have the available space to fit your new purchase. Think like a carpenter before you start shopping: “Measure twice, and buy once.” Remember that you and your guests will also need enough room to comfortably walk around your new sectional, too—allow…
What is personality? Your personality describes how you think, feel, and behave as you interact with the world. Your unique approach to life forms a fairly consistent pattern that’s recognizable to others. You may have heard someone refer to you as “reserved” or “talkative”, perhaps, or say that you’re “passionate” or “calm.” They’re describing how they perceive your personality—your typical demeanor and actions. Personality affects both thinking and behavior. Some people are dutiful, so they take their responsibilities in life seriously, and always show up prepared and on time. Others are more spontaneous and willing to “go with the flow.”…
Below is an approximation of this video’s audio content. To see any graphs, charts, graphics, images, and quotes to which Dr. Greger may be referring, watch the above video. Although total fasting can dramatically increase blood levels of the stress hormone cortisol––as much as doubling within five days, just dieting alone does not. There is, however, a way stress and obesity could turn into a vicious cycle: weight stigma. Across thousands of individuals followed for four years, those reporting discriminatory experiences had more than twice the odds of becoming obese. And those who started out obese had more than three…
The average age for menopause in the U.S. is 51. For some women, menopause can be challenging, but a greater understanding of the symptoms and treatments can help smooth this natural transition. Here are answers to common questions women have about menopause: How do I know if what I’m experiencing is menopause? Menopause is defined as the permanent cessation of menstrual periods. It’s triggered by a natural decline in female hormones released by the ovaries, surgical removal of the ovaries, lack of sufficient reproductive hormones, or sometimes by chemotherapy and radiation therapy. A woman has officially entered menopause after she…
Dark chocolate avocado mousse has a unique main ingredient to use in desserts, avocado! This is a dairy-free mousse with all the great qualities of a traditional mousse — it’s thick, creamy, velvety, rich in flavor, and pairs perfectly with ripe fruit. It’s a good source of fat, fiber, and micronutrients in comparison to most mousse recipes, not to mention it’s absolutely delicious! What Are The Health Benefits Of Avocado? Avocados are an excellent source of healthy fats, particularly monounsaturated healthy fats. Fat is important in our diet for a variety of reasons and is the main macronutrient responsible for…
Many studies have found that the way parents interact with their children matters as they lay the foundation for what close relationships look and feel like. Positive parental bonds help children thrive when it comes to early cognitive development, emotional balance, and thought maturation. This type of connection can even help kids overcome adversity growing up. But a healthy bond with parents isn’t just vital to early development. A study published last month in JAMA Network Open found that parent-adolescent bonding has health implications later in life: People who reported having better relationships with their parents as teens generally had better…
Feeling unwell can be hard work sometimes—and that might be a sign that it’s time to stop trying so hard. Taking the mindful path means making room for suffering, too. Does this sound familiar? You’re exhausted, you can barely get out of bed, you feel unappreciated, unseen, sad. You’re doing everything right: meditating, writing in your gratitude journal, eating well, volunteering. Yet days and nights are still colored by shades of blue. We all want to feel well, but here’s the thing: Traveling in darkness can also be a part of a mindful life. Sometimes, a large part. Most of…
If you’ve struggled to succeed with intermittent fasting or felt like intermittent fasting is not working for you, there are a few tweaks you can make to get the biggest benefits. A fasting expert reveals her top tips on intermittent fasting for women. You’ve likely heard about intermittent fasting (IF)… and you may even have some strong opinions on it. Maybe you’re a complete newbie or maybe you’ve tried it once or twice without much success. Or worse, perhaps you’ve struggled with a few not-so-nice side effects that made you swear off this eating style for good. No matter the…