September 26, 2018 Intuition is your superpower—don’t forget that! Continue Reading… Author Tanya Carroll Richardson | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
Month: September 2018
The Longevity-Boosting Coenzyme You Probably Haven’t Heard Of
September 26, 2018 This could be the secret to keeping your mind and body more youthful. Continue Reading… Author Stephanie Eckelkamp | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
The Surprising Habit That Can Make Your Life Feel More Meaningful
September 26, 2018 We’ve got good news for creatures of habit. Continue Reading… Author Lynn Shattuck | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
4 Bodyweight HIIT Moves That Are More Powerful Than Cardio
September 25, 2018 at 11:00PM Tone your arms, legs, glutes, AND core in just four moves? Yes, please. Continue Reading… Author | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
“”Let your mind alone, and see what happens.”” – Virgil Thomson
""Let your mind alone, and see what happens."" – Virgil Thomson — AI👩🏻‍💻Sue (@iversue) September 26, 2018 To read more, click above t.co (twitter) link September 25, 2018 at 08:05PM
Low-carb diets are trending—do we even need the macronutrient at all?
September 25, 2018 at 02:12PM Americans certainly have a love-hate relationship when it comes to carbs. European and Asian cultures steadfastly make room for pasta, bread, and rice on their plates, but here in the States, carbs are like fanny-packs: in one day, out the next (and then, back in again?). With the low-carb, high-fat ketogenic diet dominating as the eating plan of the moment, the current consensus seems to mimic that of the early ‘aughts when the popularity of the Atkins diet was at its peak: Carbs are no good. Keto devotees limit their carb intake to just 5 to 10 percent of their diet—vastly lower than the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommendation that 45 to 65 percent of overall calories come from the macronutrient. The discrepancy between the recs is so big, it feels like both can’t be healthy. So, what’s the deal? Are carbs a vital part of your diet or not? First, it’s important to know the difference between the various types of carbohydrates out there. “Simple carbs are found in foods like sugary soda and bread, which get absorbed in the body quickly,” explains Wahida Karmally, MD, the director of nutrition for the Irving Center for Clinical Research and associate research scientist at Columbia University Medical Center. “But foods such as vegetables, fruits, nuts, and whole grains have complex carbs, which are full of more nutritional benefits and get absorbed slower.” So when experts talk about carbs being “bad,” it’s mainly the first category they’re discouraging—there is merit to consuming the second category
(Mostly) Mindful Parenting: My 2-Year-Old Eats A Lot Of Weird Things
September 24, 2018 at 11:00PM What it’s really like to feed (and breastfeed) my 2-year-old toddler. Continue Reading… Author | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
The weird way being tall increases your chances of getting varicose veins
September 25, 2018 at 12:46PM It’s not too often you hear anyone complaining about having model-level height and #legsfordays. What’s better than being able to reach that (literal) top-shelf matcha at the grocery store without having to get help? Unfortunately being tall does have some downsides though, one of them being that it might increase your chances of having varicose veins. Varicose veins aren’t just a vanity sore spot. They can also be painful and lead to ulcers and blood clots. The enlarged, bulging purple or blue veins that often appear on the legs and feet often come about due to a handful of reasons, including having added pressure on your veins from being overweight, your gender and family history, a lack of blood flow from sitting for long periods of time, your veins weakening as you age, or a decrease in blood flow to your legs while you’re pregnant, says the Mayo Clinic. And surprisingly, a recent study published in the journal Circulation that analyzed the data of more than 500,000 individuals ages 40 to 69 from the UK Biobank found simply being tall could play a role, too. While scientists know why being overweight or pregnant can lead to varicose veins, the whole height thing kind of threw them for a loop: “We not only found an association between height and varicose veins, but the genetic studies we did showed a causal link. That suggests that the genes and pathways that drive human height are also likely to be causing varicose veins,”
10 of the best yoga books to add to your shelf (or you know, use as a makeshift block)
September 25, 2018 at 12:31PM Maybe you’re looking to brush up on your yogic knowledge, or perhaps you know a handful of yogis who would appreciate a yoga book for the any gifting occasion that pops up. Whatever the case, finding the best yoga books in a sea of Amazon reviews is no easy feat…that’s where I come in. After hours spent scouring Amazon, I found 10 of the top yoga books for you to consider adding to your collection. Because whether you’re looking to get through a yoga sequence or refine your technique, it can be nice to have a read on hand. No matter if you’re a total beginner or an advanced practitioner, these are the ones that you should add to your library right here and now. Keep scrolling for the top 10 yoga books that you should add to your library right now. Photo: Amazon Every Body Yoga by Jessamyn Stanley Jessamyn Stanley made waves in the yoga space when she said that every type of body could practice yoga, which is exactly what Every Body Yoga is about: letting go of fear, getting on the yoga mat, and loving the body that you’re in. Light on Yoga: The Bible of Modern Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar If you’re new to yoga, Light On Yoga is a great place to start. Written by world-renowned yogi B.K.S. Iyengar, Light On Yoga not only gives readers a background on the philosophy of the ancient art of yoga, but it
Everyone in LA is taking sulfur supplements—should you, too?
September 25, 2018 at 11:51AM Recently, while at a dinner with some of my most wellness-obsessed (and woo-woo-leaning) friends, the topic of sulfur supplementation arose. Thrilling, I know, but everyone at the table was apparently devoted to the practice… except for me. Intrigued by the claims my friends were making—not the least of which was that sulfur can combat cancer, though it’s also purported to help prevent diabetes, contribute to glowing skin, and aid in pain relief—I decided to investigate. Sulfur, as it turns out, is a pretty big deal. “It’s the third most common element in the body,” says renowned heart surgeon and inflammation expert Steven Gundry, MD. “Sulfur is so important that many theorize that on some other planet, a sulfur-based life form (as opposed to our planet’s, which is carbon-based) could exist.” Impressive, but what do our bodies actually do with it? Quite a lot, says naturopathic doctor Amy Chadwick, ND, who practices at OM-cinita’s Four Moons Spa. “The body uses sulfur to support blood vessels, joints, and the digestive tract lining,” she says. “Sulfur also plays a role in the pathways that break down hormones and neurotransmitters.” Importantly, she says, sulfur is also necessary for making glutathione, the body’s primary intracellular antioxidant. “[Glutathione] helps the cells get rid of their garbage, which allows for healthier cell communication and reduces cell damage,” she explains. “The cells of the body keep each other healthy through feedback and signaling, but when communication becomes disrupted, cells become isolated.” This is a contributing