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The following story contains spoilers for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. THERE’S NO other way to put it: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is the end of an era. Writer/director James Gunn is now the co-CEO of DC Studios, and his focus for the next decade (at least!) is on figuring out how to give another universe full of superheroes as much life as he gave the Guardians of the Galaxy MCU sub-franchise for the last one. And while this era of Guardians may be concluded, there’s also no questioning something else: the MCU will go on. For…

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. It’s a topic of contention, but opting for a glass of apple juice over a crisp, shiny apple can be a common pitfall of “healthy” eating. The reason? Most juices are missing all the fiber and are topped up with sugar to make the drink more delicious, but less nutritious. By now, you’ve probably heard that it’s better to eat your fruits and vegetables than…

Travis Kelchen’s path to a regenerative intervention at Mayo Clinic began when he was on vacation in the Dominican Republic and could barely walk at his brother’s wedding. At 31, he was tired, winded and losing color. Within months, his cardiologist said he could not do anything more for Travis’ congenital heart defect and referred him to Mayo Clinic. Travis arrived at Mayo just in time: His failing heart went into cardiac arrest. Whether it was luck, fate or a miracle, his Mayo physician, the ICU team and the cardiac surgery team were all on duty at the time. They…

A headstand can be a difficult pose to master. But with patience and practice, you can get yourself upside down without toppling over. Here’s how to do a headstand for beginners.For many yoga practitioners, the headstand is the holy grail of poses. Also known as Salamba Sirsasana, the headstand is the ultimate expression of posture, focus, and balance. It’s also hella daunting if you’re a yoga newbie.Getting completely upside down — and staying there — doesn’t exactly come naturally for most of us. Still, the headstand is a pose worth mastering, since it comes with plenty of health benefits (not…

I pride myself on being an advocate of many things including disability rights and justice. As a person with multiple disabilities, being an advocate for yourself and telling your story your way is important, so others can’t create a narrative about who you are and what you’re all about. That was exactly Vicki Kelly’s thinking when she put her three young triplet sons — Dom, Sean, and Paul, all diagnosed with cerebral palsy — in front of a room full of high school students to talk about their disability. That was Dominic Kelly’s first taste of disability advocacy but it…

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. How did we evolve to solve the daunting task of selecting a diet that supplies all of the essential nutrients? Dietary diversity. By eating a variety of foods, we increase our chances of hitting all the bases. If we only ate for pleasure, we might just stick with our favorite food to the exclusion of all others. But we have an innate tendency to switch things up. We end up eating…

One of our favorite fitness experts is Sean Vigue (remember the awesome workouts he’s done for us?). And, guess what?! He has a new book out!Pilates for Athletes helps everyday people (no matter their sport or activity they love to do) reach their highest physical and mental levels and improve their conditioning, control, endurance, and more — all through Pilates.Sean Vigue has taught thousands of classes around the world and has appeared in more than 2,000 health and fitness videos. He’s positive, he knows his stuff, and his workouts are FUN. Basically, he’s the best!And, we’re super pumped that he’s…

Mayo Clinic hospitals received four- and five-star ratings in patient experience in the latest Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey, conducted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The rankings reflect staff dedication to providing a supportive and excellent experience for patients. Mayo Clinic hospitals in Arizona, Florida, Rochester and Mayo Clinic Health System — Northland in Barron, Wisconsin, received five-star ratings for patient experience from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services in the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. All remaining qualifying Mayo Clinic Health System hospitals received four-star ratings. “We…

Are you someone who looks forward to change or loathes it? Do you embrace it, or avoid it at all costs? No matter where you fall on the scale, the anticipation for change is bound to give you pause—whether you apply positive or negative connotations to it is solely up to you. That said, if you’re someone who believes in signs and looks for them in your daily life when navigating new opportunities and challenges, be sure to keep an eye out for the number 555 and all variations of it (including the solo angel number 5). You might see…

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: As I have gotten older, I notice that my eyes are almost constantly dry. I use over-the-counter eye drops to keep them moist, but I also have some itching and redness. What causes dry eyes? Are there any other treatments available to alleviate the condition? ANSWER: Dry eye disease is a common condition that can cause an array of uncomfortable side effects. Symptoms of dry eyes often include blurry vision; eye redness; sensitivity to light; and a burning, gritty or scratchy feeling in your eyes. Dry eyes happen because the eyes do not produce enough tears or if the…