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by JJ Virgin “Stress has become such the new normal for me that I don’t know how to not feel stressed,” a friend recently confessed. “It’s almost like if I didn’t have a zillion things to worry about, my mind would start creating stressful thoughts.”She’s not alone. Relationships, kids, and finances become major stressors for just about everyone. So does maintaining steady employment. One study found increased... 12/28/2021 6:00:00 AM
by Janet Valenty Vitamin D can play an important role in keeping you youthful by boosting the immune system, reducing inflammation and protecting against some forms of cancer. Vitamin D also helps keep bones healthy and assists in the absorption of calcium. Are you getting enough Vitamin D?What Makes Vitamin D Different?Vitamin D is different from other vitamins in that your body actually manufactures it with the assistance... 12/26/2021 6:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor When you're in a restaurant, you’ll often hear people ask for “water with lemon please." Do they drink that because the lemon adds a nice flavor to their tasteless beverage? Or do they drink it because they know something that most people don’t?It turns out that there are many health benefits of adding lemon to warm water, ranging from clearer skin to possibly preventing cancer. Here are 12 reasons... 12/25/2021 6:00:00 AM
by Joel Fuhrman, M.D. You may have heard about the importance of antioxidants, but do you know exactly what they are or how they benefit you?Some common dietary antioxidant nutrients include vitamin C, vitamin E, carotenoids like beta-carotene, and flavonoids. Antioxidants are responsible for vibrant colors in fruits and vegetables; flavonoids produce red and purple pigments in berries and carotenoids produce the orange... 12/24/2021 6:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Our moods are dependent on a combination of factors, only some of which are within our immediate control. Yet we all want to feel good. Experts have found that the foods we eat often play a role in our emotional health, and the meal choices we make each day can directly impact how grounded we feel. Here are five foods that may help boost mood. The Importance of Eating the Right Foods We really are... 12/23/2021 6:00:00 AM
by Rob Greenstein If you struggle to reach a "zen place" in your daily routine, you should know that meditation might actually be the key to a longer, fuller life. Multiple studies have determined that not only can meditation physically alter your brain for the better, but it will also offer immense emotional benefits that also translate into brighter moods and longer lifespans.Not quite convinced? Here's your guide... 12/22/2021 6:00:00 AM
by Joel Fuhrman, M.D. Even for those who do not suffer a mood disorder, some decline in mood can occur during colder weather, during longer nights and sometimes when we set our clocks ahead and back. Feelings of sadness, hopelessness or anxiety may manifest, along with disruptions in sleep, leaving one fatigued and irritable. Limited exposure to sunshine can produce depressive symptoms by disrupting our circadian rhythms.... 12/21/2021 6:00:00 AM
by Steven Wright In the early 1980s, researchers at UCLA, funded by a caring dad, did an intestinal permeability (leaky gut) study. They found that people with Crohn's disease and their parents had double the intestinal leakiness of control subjects.A leaky gut is like a leaky bucket -- not very good at its job. This study was the first to suggest that leaky gut syndrome might be part of the development of Crohn’s... 12/19/2021 9:00:00 AM
by AJ Earley Everyone has their own stance on drugs and alcohol. No matter where you draw the line, there is a difference between recreational use and abuse. When someone you love is struggling with abuse, addiction, or recovery, it’s easy to lose sight of yourself and your needs. However, it’s vital that you take care of your own physical and mental health in these situations. No matter how much you care about... 12/18/2021 9:00:00 AM
by Jack Travis Have you ever noticed how the people you surround yourself with the most can affect your moods and overall health? As a mental health advocate, I understand how this can be because I suffered from mental health issues most of my life. Now that I’ve overcome the majority of those issues, I realized how much my moods, mental states, and overall health improved dramatically after letting go of toxic people... 12/18/2021 9:00:00 AM
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