↓ Pucker up, because it turns out this simple beverage packs a health punch. Health-conscious celebs like Gwyneth Paltrow and Gisele Bündchen are always going on and on about they drink lemon water every day, first thing in the morning. Why all the fuss over lemons? Is...
Read MoreSmall events create huge disturbances in our relationships. “Old wounds, usually from before we ever met our partner, are like whales that are waiting in the deep to be triggered by events on the surface of life.” One of the most amazing pieces of nature footage...
Read MorePrepare for success by turning your refrigerator into a lean, mean, clean machine. If you’ve ever seen the 1984 film “Ghostbusters” movie, you’ll remember the scene where Sigourney Weaver’s character hears growling coming from her refrigerator. She opens it to discover a supernatural scene inside, complete...
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↓ Hurting? Yoga for arthritis can soothe your joints and diminish pain. There are over 100 different types of arthritis, but all involve some version of joint pain, stiffness, and/or swelling, and almost all can benefit from a yoga for arthritis practice. You may think a yoga practice involves...
Read MoreFind out how establishing a wind down routine can help keep sleep patterns in sync. BY CAREN OSTEN GERSZBERG NOVEMBER 11, 2020 Establishing a routine that recognizes the body’s natural response to light and dark can help keep your circadian rhythms in sync....
Read MoreIf you are plagued by nightmares, try one of these three practices to shift your perception of the dream. Then watch how your health is affected. Although dreams are often thought of as unreal or useless aspects of human nature, they can be turned into useful...
Read MoreFull-fat, traditionally made cheeses may be better for you Every week, the Nuance will go beyond the basics, offering a deep and researched look at the latest science and expert insights on a buzzed-about health topic. ot long ago, cheese’s reputation was in the gutter. The 2005 U.S....
Read MoreMindful walking can be a way to awaken our delight as we notice the sights, smells, and sounds in our surroundings. BY ELAINE SMOOKLER We can connect to our senses and nourish our relationship to the peace, pleasure, and technicolor qualities of the...
Read MoreHere’s how to use it to get fitter ↓ It was Sunday morning, which meant I had a long run on the training schedule. 9–10 miles was what I had to tackle on this particular weekend. By 8 am, I had consumed my favorite pre-run breakfast of oatmeal,...
Read MoreBathrooms are the most common source of injuries for senior citizens at home. Puddles of water, cords, and slick surfaces can make it difficult for some seniors to navigate bathrooms. According to the National Council on Aging, an older adult is treated in an emergency room...
Read MoreMy 90-day experience with coffee and running ↓ So, what’s the big deal about coffee? It’s just plant juice mixed with hot water (and sometimes milk), right? Just a bunch of basic atoms and molecules found in plants, combined around. Hate to break it to you, but...
Read More↓ Here are the 5 foods that will ↓ When I was a young child, I naively believed most of what I heard. I took the phrase, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”, to heart until my household ran out of apples one day and I was forced to...
Read More↓ Eating has turned from the basic need to fuel the body to something completely different. People use food as an emotional crutch — giving allowance to eat take-out because you had a stressful day at work or delving into ice cream after a breakup. After...
Read MorePhoto by Comfreak via Pixabay. ♠ There’s no single solution for eating the right mix of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. Here’s how to find your personal optimal mix to get fit and have great energy. ♠ I’ve been studying how fat and carbohydrates affect the body every since I first learned...
Read MoreFeeling trapped inside? Or completely anchorless? A psychologist explains how we can intentionally build more freedom, structure, and connection into quarantine life. Photo by Tierney / Adobe Stock During my first day of graduate school to become a psychologist, a wise, mischievous, provocative professor said...
Read MoreTake this quiz to discover which chakra houses your major financial issue and how to move toward prosperity The 7 in-body chakras—every chakra carries your memories, concerns, and programs about money. Has the pandemic triggered money worries? Track the issue to its corresponding chakra to clear your...
Read MorePhoto by Joanna Kosinska on Unsplash ♠ Every time you pour yourself a cup of diner coffee, it may seem you have more and more options for sweeteners to put in it — yellow, blue, and pink packets of artificial sweeteners; caramel-colored raw sugar; the good old-fashioned granulated, white stuff;...
Read MoreThis article was written for The Ready State Blog by Dr. Kelly Starrett and his wife Juliet Starrett. It is available for free there, alongside many other similar articles. If you like this kind of content I strongly recommend checking them out. ♣ ↓ ↓ Muscle mass is a major component...
Read More♠ That chronic back pain is a message from your body. Are you listening? These 5 questions will help you gain insight. When back pain is occasional and acute, it generally has a really important message like: “Take me to the doctor! I’m injured—which is very helpful....
Read More☑️ How do you approach aging? Do you greet each birthday with a smile? Are you afraid of becoming a senior citizen? Maybe you don’t think about it at all. Old age is a long way off. ↓ No matter how old you are, it’s never too early to...
Read More🔻 Since I started being interested in longevity and wellbeing a couple of years ago, I began noticing the way older people behave: their health, their wellbeing, their happiness. After many conversations and discussions, I understood they all regretted the same: having lost their agility and...
Read More🔻 It’s no secret that coffee is what drives most people like the gasoline that fuels our cars. We’re not sleeping enough and too busy, so what better way to pry us out of a cold lifeless state other than a nice cup of joe. Coffee is...
Read More♠ Inflammation is a vague term, describing a medical condition that can affect virtually any part of your body. If you suffer from pain or discomfort that you think could be related to your diet, read on for some important pointers and tips for reducing inflammation...
Read More♠ Mindful's Content Director Anne Alexander talks with neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and mindfulness expert Dr. Judson Brewer. ↓ The old proverb about living in “interesting times” needs an update. These days, we are living in “anxious” times. Nonstop news about a deadly virus spreading across the country, impending weeks...
Read MorePhoto from Pixabay.com ♠ From marketing to food and nutritional science, this popular dairy-free alternative succeeds beyond taste. ↓ The first time I heard about oat milk was back in December 2017. I was walking down a boulevard in Santa Monica, California on a warm December evening when I stepped...
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