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A year-long algal bloom along South Australia’s coast has not only destroyed marine life and posed health risks to people and pets: it’s also taking a significant psychological toll on local residents, new research has found. A University of Adelaide survey of more than 600 South Australians during the peak of the 2025 boom found high levels of “eco-stress” – distress linked to environmental damage – with many participants reporting persistent worry, sadness and feelings of helplessness. The findings were recently published in Journal of Environmental Psychology. Lead researcher Dr Brianna Le Busque, Director of the Environmental and Geospatial Science…
Are you stressed by politics? Did the last election make you lose sleep, lose your temper, or lose a friend? If so, you were not alone. For the better part of two decades, the American Psychological Association has documented a steady increase in the phenomenon “political anxiety” among American voters. However, research and reporting during the same period has mainly focused on political consequences of increasing polarization and division rather than the psychological consequences of the contemporary political climate. As a political scientist studying how the public engages with politics and the media, I asked myself: What does it mean…
The holidays don’t just bring out the bright decorations and holiday spirit, but also the desire for glowing skin. From Diwali and weddings to year-end celebrations, glowing skin is always on trend. But achieving that dewy glow without looking overly shiny (or like you’ve put on too much makeup) is an art — and a great strobe cream can make all the difference. As beauty lovers lean towards natural glow, product like TNW Illuminating Strobe Cream has become a must have in every vanity. Strobe creams are the shortcut to achieving a soft, dewy and natural glow that looks effortless…
Chris Bumstead is one of the most successful bodybuilders to ever step on the boards and between 2019 and 2024, he racked up six consecutive wins in the Classic Physique category of The Olympia, a feat that established him as an absolute icon before hanging up his weight belt in 2024. In a recent Instagram reelcbum has thought about the strategy that led to his climb, and apparently, the key to victory was more than just counting calories or setting PRs with his reps. “I was thinking the other day, what has allowed me to win six Olympias,” Bumstead said…
A team led by researchers at the University of Toronto found an association between highly processed foods in early childhood and behavioral and emotional development. Specifically, the team found that higher consumption of highly processed foods is associated with behavioral and emotional difficulties, such as anxiety, fear, aggression or hyperactivity. The preschool years are critical for child development and are also when children begin to establish eating habits.” Kozeta Miliku, principal investigator on the study and assistant professor of nutritional sciences, U of T’s Temerty Faculty of Medicine “Our findings highlight the need for early life interventions, such as professional…
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In a world of ever-growing ingredient lists, here at Tropic we focus on simplicity and clarity. Our philosophy is simple: skin care should be effective, responsible and meaningful. That’s why we freshly make 98% of our products in our Surrey Beauty Kitchen, combining natural ingredients with proven cosmetic science to create gentle, transparent formulas made with care for every skin type. It was formulated with a purpose, led by our founder This philosophy is inspired by our Founder and CEO, Susie Ma, whose hands-on approach to compounding has shaped Tropic from the ground up. Each product reflects Susie’s belief that…
There is a lot of emphasis on personalized nutrition, but perhaps we should focus on taking personal responsibility for our health. “Personalized nutrition (PI) is rooted to the idea that one size does not fit all’ and who doesn’t want to think they are special? The idea of ​​personalized nutrition is inherently appealing to our egos. that’s why simple messages that recognize individuality resonate deeply with us, and why such messages are popular in marketing and sales. This focus on uniqueness has being pushed the creation of personalized food, along with the suggestion that “3D food printing appears to be…
Your monthly pulse on wins, updates and more. A new month means fresh energy, renewed focus and more opportunities to show up for yourself. Whether you’re building consistency with 10 Minute BODi or P90X Generation Next, every little step counts. Let’s continue together. This is your reminder to check in daily! Show up, stay connected, and let the power of consistency (and community!) get you going. JOIN THE CONVERSATION The 7 Day Fitness Challenge is back: From March 15th! #ringthebell The first 7 Day Fitness Challenge proved how powerful a week of focused movement can be. Our community showed up,…
A 20-year landmark analysis of the ACTIVE trial suggests that targeted, speed-based enhanced cognitive training can delay the diagnosis of dementia, offering new insight into how structured mental exercises could support long-term brain health in aging populations. Study: Effect of cognitive training on claims-diagnosed dementia over 20 years: evidence from the ACTIVE study. Image credit: Oksana Tkachova / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal Alzheimer’s & Dementia: Translational Research & Clinical Interventionsa team of researchers determined whether domain-specific cognitive training reduces the long-term risk of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia (ADRD) over 20 years using Medicare claims…