Author: healthtost
Physical Activity and Depression As a men’s therapist here in Chicago, I often sit across from men who are juggling a lot – work stress, relationship challenges, family responsibilities, financial pressure, and personal doubts they rarely talk about. The common thread? They feel overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or just disconnected from themselves. One of the first things I ask is this: “How’s your body?” It may sound like a strange question in a therapy session, but it opens a powerful door. There’s a deep connection between our minds and bodies, and exercise—yes, even a short walk or lifting weights for 20…
“style=”;” /> This year, our small business turns 15 years old. FIFTEEN. Which feels equal parts how did this happen? and wow, what a wild ride! So, in true birthday fashion, we thought we’d do something a little nostalgic and take a stroll down Woohoo Lane. A reminder that the brightest business ideas can really start in a very small kitchen 🙂 Grab a mug. Let’s back up. 2010–2012: The Home-Grown Days (aka Happy Skincare) Before Woohoo Body was… well, Woohoo Body, there was Happy Skincare. It all started in 2010 when Aaron mixed up an all-natural stretch mark cream…
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If you’ve been following me for a while, or even if you just found me and happened to land on this article, you may have noticed that I often identify myself as a nutritionist. But what does this mean? What exactly is a nutritionist? And is nutritional therapy something you would benefit from? First, “nutritionist” is not a credential. I am a registered dietitian nutritionist, which is a certificate. For this, I earned a master’s degree in nutrition, did 9+ months of supervision, and then passed a challenging national exam. Registered dietitians do many different things. It’s a myth that…
If you’re looking for a great move to power up your leg days, the Bulgarian Dumbbell Split Squat might be your perfect match. This exercise not only builds strength in your lower body, but also improves your coordination, control and confidence. If you’re wondering how to do a Bulgarian split squat with dumbbells, this guide will offer technique guidance, common mistakes to avoid, and variations to try if you want a little extra challenge. What is the Bulgarian Dumbbell Split Squat? The Bulgarian split squat is a single-leg strengthening exercise that holds the back leg up on a bench (or…
Australian researchers have revealed how a particular strain of a diarrhea-causing parasite managed to infect more animal species, offering new insights into how parasitic infections emerge and spread in humans. The WEHI-led study revealed a genetic shortcut that may help Giardia duodenalis and many other parasites jump to new hosts at a cost to long-term survival. The findings may also help explain how parasites evolve drug resistance, with implications for treatment strategies worldwide. Understanding these dynamics could inform public health surveillance and guide efforts to predict the spread and persistence of zoonotic agents before they become established. With a glance…
Finding a safe lipstick doesn’t have to feel like defusing a bomb You choose a lipstick.Drag it up.Wait. And then:Combustion.Biting.Peeling.Rashes around the mouth.Or worse – swelling. If this sounds familiar, welcome.Your lips are sensitive.And honestly? MOST people’s lips are sensitive — they just don’t realize it. The good news?You box wear lipstick safely.You box find colors you love without irritation.You just need to know what to avoid, what to look for, and how to actually decipher those ancient scroll-like ingredient labels. Let’s break it down. Brands love to call the burn “tingly” or “refreshing.”Science calls it inflammation. If your lipstick:…
Some days it hits before your feet touch the floor. Other days, it stays all afternoon. Morning sickness is a misnomer that can cause an already tough stretch to be minimized. You’re not doing anything wrong. Nausea in early pregnancy is common and several small shifts can bring real relief. As Mayo Clinic She notes, despite the name, morning sickness can happen randomly throughout the day and most often starts in the first trimester. Here are simple strategies with evidence you can try today. Use what works, skip what doesn’t, and contact your clinician whenever you have questions or escalating…
A groundbreaking education for clinicians, coaches and health professionals working at the intersection of gut science, metabolism and modern chronic disease. Food Network (NN) is proud to announce the launch of its newest flagship educational offering: Gut Health: The Microbiome, Metabolism and Modern Diseasewhich first appears February 28, 2026. This comprehensive clinician-level training brings together world-leading experts in metabolic health, gastrointestinal science, ancestral nutrition, immune function, movement physiology, and oral-systemic health. Designed to challenge outdated nutrition dogma and provide evidence-based education with a metabolic lens, this training equips practitioners to understand—and treat — gut dysfunction as a root cause of…
Share the details on the health planning course if you spend this week working on your goals for the new year! Hello friends! Happy New Year!! I hope all is going well so far. I missed you guys. I feel like it’s been holiday chaos for two weeks now and we got a puppy too! We have so much to catch up on, but I feel like I’m finally getting out of the wrapping paper and cheese piles to get my life back together 😉 For myself, I thought I would count today as the beginning of the New Year.…