When you’re sick, working out may feel like the last thing you’d want to do. And while it’s a myth that you can sweat out illnesses by working out intensely, studies have shown that moderate exercise may help reduce the severity and length of common illnesses. When working out can make things worse There are … Continue reading Working Out When You’re Sick May Be Helpful
Month: November 2019
Causes of Headaches After Exercise
It’s not uncommon for some people to get headaches after they exercise, at least once in a while, especially if they haven’t been drinking enough fluids. Dehydration is pretty easy to detect, even for the layperson, because you’ll often feel thirsty, dizzy or fatigued. In addition, you may notice that you’re producing less urine or … Continue reading Causes of Headaches After Exercise
Even a Little Running Lowers Death Risk
New research says you don’t need to be running marathons—or even running daily—to lower your death risk. In fact, even a little running can lower your death risk by 27%. Currently, the World Health Organization suggests that adults should take part in a minimum of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity physical … Continue reading Even a Little Running Lowers Death Risk
Deep Sleep Might Help Anxiety
Experts have linked anxiety to insufficient deep sleep, but a new study helps confirm the causal relationship. In fact, the research shows that one sleepless night can raise anxiety by as much as 30%. How deep sleep helps prevent anxiety A research team from the University of California, Berkeley recruited 18 young adults to determine … Continue reading Deep Sleep Might Help Anxiety
Can Open Relationships Really Work?
Although most cultures promote monogamy, some men wonder if it’s possible to have a healthy open relationship. New research indicates that although the concept is certainly not feasible for everyone, it is possible to have an open relationship under the right conditions. The key to healthy open relationships New research from the University of Rochester … Continue reading Can Open Relationships Really Work?
Exercise Trumps Genetics to Fight Depression
Genetics can play a major role in depression but there’s new evidence that exercise may be an influential enough factor to help fight depression—even if it’s hereditary. Genetics, exercise and depression Researchers from the Massachusetts General Hospital looked at data from nearly 8,000 people who had a diagnosis related to depression. They calculated each person’s … Continue reading Exercise Trumps Genetics to Fight Depression
Saffron Has More Health Benefits Than You Might Think
Looking for a simple, flavorful spice to add nutritional benefits to your diet? Don’t be so quick to overlook saffron. The golden-yellow spice is rich in antioxidants and because farmers have to harvest the threads from the Crocus sativus flower by hand, saffron is one of the most expensive spices in the world. That’s not … Continue reading Saffron Has More Health Benefits Than You Might Think
What I eat in a day
Hey everyone! I thought it would be interesting to do a “what I eat in a day” because I see a lot of these on youtube and Instagram! Let me know if you guys would prefer a video of this instead of a blog post next time! I usually do intermittent fasting, so I’m going … Continue reading What I eat in a day
Tips for Spotting Fake Fashion Pieces
Investing in designer fashion can be expensive, but it’s far better than paying for fake fashion pieces. Although Nike is the most counterfeited brand, there are plenty of others that require you to be shopping savvy, including Cartier, Hermés, Gucci, Ray Ban, Rolex and the North Face, among countless others. So, how do you spot … Continue reading Tips for Spotting Fake Fashion Pieces
Exercise After 60 May Prevent Stroke and Heart Disease
You’re never too old to reap the benefits of physical exercise. This is particularly true of exercise after age 60, which a new study says may help prevent strokes and heart disease. Seniors and exercise A team of researchers from the Department of Biomedical Sciences at Seoul National University looked at data from 1,119,925 people … Continue reading Exercise After 60 May Prevent Stroke and Heart Disease