When Overthinking Creeps Into a Symptom of Mental Illness

19/04/2024

Overthinking. It’s something we all do at times — so many of us that it cannot really be said that it is automatically related to mental illness. But in some cases, it is a symptom.

Let’s start with depression, a subject about which I know a thing or two. When I was in a depressive phase of my (undiagnosed) bipolar...

How to Do a Quick 5-Minute Meditation

16/04/2024

Even if you're not into daily meditation, chances are you know someone who is.

At least one in three Americans has a regular practice, according to a 2020 Morning Consult survey.

The survey was taken pre-pandemic, when millions of people...

6 Best Immune-Boosting Foods for Cold and Flu Season

13/04/2024

As the omicron variant in the US and cold and flu season is in full swing, the question on everyone’s mind is how to stay infection-free. There are the Centers for Disease Control basics, but eating well (or not) makes a difference, too. A healthy diet won’t prevent contracting the coronavirus or the flu, but it can help strengthen your immune system...

How to Deal With a Stress Migraine When Life Is, Well, Stressful

10/04/2024

It’s finally 2022, yet we’re still dealing with what feels like a 24/7 doom-and-gloom news cycle, a years-long global pandemic and its emotional burden, and everyday stressors, like work deadlines and child care, that aren’t going anywhere. Stress is a major part of our lives, and it shows...

What Is Ashwagandha? 7 Ashwagandha Benefits and Side Effects to Know

06/04/2024

A lot of people are talking about ashwagandha (pronounced aush-wa-GOND-a). Although usage of this herb dates back thousands of years, it's now one of the supplements du jour. That's thanks to a laundry list of potential ashwagandha benefits, including stress relief...

How to Make the Most of Apple Picking Season, According to Orchard Owners

02/04/2024

Apple picking season means tons of fresh, juicy apples—and the perfect excuse to collect every apple recipe we can find to make the most of fall’s favorite fruit. While experts in the field (literally) agree that the number of people heading to the farm to pick their own apples has dropped, farmers are more excited than ever to bring back the family favorite activity...

Type of Fat, Not How Much, Linked to Stroke Risk

31/03/2024

Fat in the diet has long been linked to stroke risk, but new research presented Monday suggests that it’s the type of fat, not the amount, that may be the more important factor.

The study found that eating more animal fat was linked to a higher risk of stroke, while getting more fat from vegetable sources...

Secret Side Effects of Walking Right After a Meal, Says Science

27/03/2024

As a kid, you were probably told to wait 30 or 45 minutes after eating before doing any strenuous activity or exercise, such as going swimming. Well, if you've taken this childhood lesson—though some experts would call it a myth—into adulthood, and the first thing you do after eating a big meal is to relax on the couch, we've got some...

Suffer From Lower Back Pain? These Stretches Can Help

25/03/2024

At any given time, 31 million Americans experience low back pain, according to the American Chiropractic Association. This isn’t especially surprising considering that everyday activities — like driving, sitting at a desk and even sleeping — can place strain on the muscles in the back.

We’ve all dealt with pain in the lower back at some point, whether it be dull...

Want a Lean Body For Good? Eat These 8 Foods Every Day

23/03/2024

Getting "lean"—having a muscular physique and a low body fat percentage—is a little easier said than done. Sure, you know that maintaining a balanced diet and getting plenty of exercise helps, but what you may not be aware of is that there are specific types of foods you'll want to focus on that can support your goals. While there are a lot of factors that affect...