Dieting is not only a physical but also a psychological endeavor. Calorie counting often promotes a restrictive mindset, causing individuals to constantly focus on what they cannot have. ... Read More
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Blue Zone Rituals
Embrace the Blue Zone inspiration by incorporating morning movement into your routine. It doesn’t have to be an intense workout or a long session at the gym. Instead, focus on gentle movements that allow your body to wake up gradually. ... Read More
Dodging Bladder Cancer
Over two percent of men and women in the US will be diagnosed with bladder cancer during their lifetime, based on 2017 to 2019 data.... Read More
Cranberries and UTIs
Why are urinary tract infections much more common among women than men? First, women get UTIs more often because a woman’s urethra (the tube extending from the bladder to where urine exits the body) is shorter than a man’s urethra.... Read More
Hot Tub Perils
Higher temperatures posed little health risk. But when subjects stood up to exit the tub, systolic blood pressure dropped dramatically, nearly twice as much in the hotter water compared to the 104-degree temperature. ... Read More
New COVID Variant
The WHO has listed the omicron subvariant XBB.1.16, known as “Arcturus,” as a variant under monitoring since March 22. Experts say this variant has a higher transmissibility rate than previous strains but doesn’t appear more dangerous.... Read More