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Is the election uncertainty getting to you? Is anxiety the dominant feature of your emotional landscape, perhaps with a little sprinkling of impending doom? You are not alone. A recent study found 69% of American adults are severely stressed for the 2024 presidential election. It’s hard not to engage in politics in today’s polarized climate. No matter which side of the political aisle you sit on, you may find yourself glued to your browser or your TV, devouring every tiny tidbit of news and feeling your anxiety levels skyrocket. I’m a psychologist which develops and tests strategies to combat stress.…
You know that getting enough protein in your diet is essential, as this macronutrient provides the building blocks for muscle, tissue repair, enzyme and hormone production, and overall cellular function. Protein supports your overall strength and health, and most people will do well to get at least 0.8 grams of protein per pound of body weight.However, you also know that in our busy, modern, on-the-go world, it can be difficult to achieve this goal.Enter the ever-handy protein bar.Sure, it’s best to eat whole foods, but it’s not always possible to grill chicken breasts and serve them up. Protein bars are…
Beautycounter is available for purchase this month (yes, really!). I’m sharing everything you need to know about this Beautycounter “in-between” sale. Beautycounter Sale: Everything You Need to Know To my pleasant surprise, starting today, Beautycounter is opening up shop this month with a sale – yes, really, it’s true! I was going to wait until Monday to publish this post, but things sell out fastso here’s a surprise saturday post! The intermediate sale The start-up is calling this sale a “mid-term” offering because so many people are asking to buy products as they run out. From now until December 2nd,…
At least 16 different types of nerve cells have been identified by scientists in a new study of the human sense of touch. Comparisons between humans, mice and macaques show both similarities and important differences. The study, a collaboration between researchers at Linköping University and the Karolinska Institute in Sweden and the University of Pennsylvania in the US, was published in Nature Neuroscience. “Our study provides a cross-sectional view of the human sense of touch. As a next step, we want to make portraits of the different types of nerve cells we have identified,” says Håkan Olausson, professor at Linköping…
“Racism,” says cultural psychologist Dr. Michael Morris, “has been named the culprit behind everything wrong with the world today, from political polarization to the failure to combat climate change.” There are certainly many things wrong with our world today, but the problem is not that we have become tribal. In his groundbreaking book, Tribal: How the cultural instincts that divide us can help bring us together, Dr. Morris goes on to say, “Tribal it doesn’t have to be a dirty word. Tribalism is as essential to the human condition as breathing.” In fact, tribalism is what makes us human. In…
It can be difficult to stick to activities that are good for your well-being. From waking up early to eating enough vegetables, things that are good for your brain and body can often be a challenge to stick to. Despite the challenges associated with implementing healthier habits, a research-backed tool for better well-being is something most people already do on a regular basis – regularly engaging in conversations with loved ones and friends. In math class, we learned about the transitive property: If A equals B and B equals C, then A equals C. In audiology, as researchers continue to…
Sharing is caring! Have you heard about the viral TikTok Sleepy Girl Mocktail? I’m obsessed and it’s my new favorite part of my nightly routine. I can’t wait to tell you all the health benefits that come with this delicious drink! If you’re like me and are sick of how that glass of wine is affecting your health and hoping to find a healthier way to wind down at night, this sleepy girl mocktail recipe might just fit the bill! For a better night’s sleep and a delicious drink, read on to find out everything you need to know about…
For the most part, sexually transmitted infections can be treated easily. The vast majority respond well to antibiotics, and most other infections can be treated with effective treatments under a doctor’s supervision. But some infections fight back. Many bacteria are gaining an edge in the arms race between pathogens and pharmaceuticals. And one of the acne-causing bacteria is one most people haven’t even heard of: Mycoplasma Genitalium. So what’s going on here? Keep reading to find out! Worried you might have mycoplasma? Get tested today with Better2Know. What is Mycoplasma? Mycoplasma is a bacterial infection spread from person to person…
The creepy creature moves to trick or treat your coreMaria Sollon, MS, CSCS, PESWatch out for hidden predators, creepy creatures, slithering snakes…This Halloween, prepare to face your fears with a basic killer routine inspired by nature’s scariest creatures! Well, be careful… these basic moves are a real be scared, but trust me, they will haunt your body in all the right ways. It’s the perfect time to face some of the deadliest creatures in your Total Gym!The 5 deadliest creatures and moves that will kill your coreArachnid: Black Widow SpiderHorrible fact: Despite their harmless appearance, daddy longlegs belong to the…
Stem cells grown in microgravity on the International Space Station (ISS) have unique properties that could one day help accelerate new biotherapies and treat complex diseases, two Mayo Clinic researchers say. The analysis of the research by Fay Abdul Ghani and Abba Zubair, MD, Ph.D., published in NPJ Microgravityfinds that microgravity can enhance the regenerative potential of cells. Dr. Zubair is a laboratory medicine specialist and medical director of the Center for Regenerative Biotherapeutics at the Mayo Clinic in Florida. Abdul Ghani is a Mayo Clinic research technologist. Microgravity is weightlessness or almost zero gravity. Studying stem cells in…