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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…
Reading: 4 minutes You may have seen it printed on a bottle of cleaner. You may have heard dermatologists mention it. And maybe (more than once or twice) you’ve overlooked it. It’s a small number that doesn’t require much attention — but it’s worth it. Because your skin’s pH levels affect how your skin behaves, ages, and responds to everything you apply. Between a pH of 5 and 10, there is not just a numerical difference. There is skin that feels balanced and supple or skin that feels tight, reactive and stressed. Understanding your skin’s pH is understanding your skin…
Kegel exercises, also known as pelvic floor muscle training, are essential for pregnancy. In your PregActive APP you will find an entire section dedicated to Kegal exercises. These pelvic floor exercises strengthen the muscles that support your bladder, uterus and bowels, helping to prevent urinary incontinence, making labor easier and faster postpartum recovery. Research benefits Research shows regularly, right Kegels during pregnancy reducing urine leakage and improving pelvic floor function. However, many women struggle – studies show that up to 50% perform them incorrectly without guidance, leading to little benefit or even worsening symptoms such as pain or tightness. If…
A Hormonally Smart Approach to Intermittent Fasting in Perimenopause and BeyondAuthor: Megan BarefootIf there’s one topic that comes up more and more frequently with my clients, it’s intermittent fasting. It has become one of the most talked about tools for weight loss, metabolic health and longevity. But here’s the truth: women are not little men. I see this more and more in my interactions with my clients, even with men, individual modifications may be needed for higher stress times and other lifestyle reasons. While fasting can offer powerful benefits such as improved insulin sensitivity, reduced inflammation, and metabolic flexibility, it…
Starting primary school is an important milestone, but it can be a difficult transition as children may experience separation anxiety or struggle to adjust to the rules and structure of school. However, a team led by Penn State researchers found that consistent routines at home can reduce the likelihood that children will struggle with the school transition. In a publication at Developmental Psychologyresearchers found that when low-income rural families had stronger routines—such as regular bedtimes and shared meals—parents reported lower levels of behavior problems and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms than their children. However, higher levels of harsh or aggressive…
By Daniela Garzon for the degree You know that split second of hesitation before you raise your arms – just hoping you don’t catch a whiff of something… far away? Smelly armpits can sneak up on you, even when you use your regular deodorant. One minute you’re fresh. The next day you do a quick underarm check and wonder, “Wait, is that me?” So what’s going on? And more importantly, how do you stop it? Degree breaks down why body odor happens – and how to choose a deodorant that can help you manage it. Why are my armpits…
To protect your face from Holi colors, focus on the barrier layer before play and gentle removal after. Apply a thick moisturizer and SPF 30+ sunscreen 30–45 minutes before going outside to reduce pigment penetration. After Holi, dissolve the colors using oil first and then clean gently. Be Bodywise’s 1% Salicylic Acid Face Wash can help lift debris if skin isn’t irritated. Follow with a barrier-repairing moisturizer and avoid strong actives for 48 hours.Facial skin is thinner and more reactive than body skin. The cheek area, the folds of the nose, the lips and the area under the eyes are…
Caffeine has earned a place in everything from under-eye creams to firming serums, and for good reason. But with all the noise, it’s easy to get caught up in the hype. So what are the real benefits of caffeine on the skin, and which claims are just clever marketing? This article cuts through the noise to debunk 6 common myths about caffeine in skin care, using real science (not marketing jargon) to separate fact from fiction. Myth #1: Caffeine permanently removes bags under the eyes The Reality: Caffeine can help reduce the appearance of bags under the eyes, but the…
Your brain starts out as a single cell. When all is said and done, it will house an incredibly complex and powerful network of some 170 billion cells. How is it organized along the way? Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory neuroscientists have come up with a surprisingly simple answer that could have far-reaching implications for biology and artificial intelligence. Stan Kerstjens, a postdoc in Professor Anthony Zador’s lab, frames the question in terms of positional information. “The only thing a cell ‘sees’ is itself and its neighbors,” he explains. “But its fate depends on where it sits. A cell in the…