December 02, 2018 at 05:30AM When I first started working out as a freshman in high school, I squandered away all my family’s colored ink to print out ultra-cheesy, Pinterest-approved exercise quotes to hang on either side of my Justin Bieber posters. (I can feel your judgment from here! But hey, I was only 15!) “What the mind can believe, the body can achieve,” one of the most extra of clichés assured me. Cringey? Absolutely. Wrong? Not quite. According to recent research (that wasn’t funded by Pinterest, promise), it turns out the eye-roll-inducing maxim might have legs after all: A study of Australian adults recently found that people who are more clued in about the benefits of exercising are more likely to actually make it to their workouts. I mean, go figure, but you can never hear it too many times, right? The research, which was just published in the journal PLOS, included 615 people (about 25 percent male and 75 percent female) between the ages of 18 and 77 who were asked various questions abut how exercise affects health. While almost 97 percent of participants agreed that sweat seshes do indeed benefit health, more than half of them didn’t know how much physical activity was necessary for remaining optimally healthy. And a whopping 80 percent couldn’t identify the how likely they were to develop diseases without doing any physical activity at all. “Most people know that physical activity is good for health. Few people know the specific benefits of physical activity for
Month: December 2018
This week’s new moon (coming just as Mercury retrograde ends) has seriously potent powers
December 02, 2018 at 04:08AM Get ready for a week with two big celestial events. Thursday, Mercury retrograde ends (holler), and Friday we’ve got a new moon with some extra mojo for illuminating truths, says astrologer Jennifer Racioppi. There’s major potential in these cosmic conditions—here’s her best advice on making the most of them with your fitness, food, and self-care habits, no matter what your sun sign is. Monday, December 3 The week begins with the moon waning, indicating now’s the time to let go of what’s no longer needed, to reach for something new. On the heels of a weekend where Mars, the planet of action, made a harsh and hard angle to the sun, Monday beckons you to get grounded. With the holidays in full throttle, self-care remains paramount. But self-care doesn’t have to be either indulgent or time-consuming. Prioritizing the basics like organizing your to-do list, desk, and/or home supports you to step into the week with strength. Speaking of force, how are you doing with your workouts and commitment to your body? Remember even a 20-minute walk has tremendous benefits, especially if it’s the only movement you can get in. Have time to do more? Go for it. Tuesday, December 4 Mercury, the planet of communication (which is still retrograde), makes a sweet trine to healing Chiron early in the morning (or late last night—depending on your time zone). While this cosmic configuration might bring healing dreams, most subtly, it encourages you to participate in your healing. Allow
MBSR is the mindfulness program that’s your one-way ticket to a stress-free life
December 02, 2018 at 04:00AM It’s say to safe that one thing that we all deal with is stress. The struggle is real, guys. Between working 40-plus hours a week, finding time to squeeze in exercise, making an effort to eat healthy, and trying to have some semblance of a social life, the daily grind can be overwhelming. And the resulting stress can totally wreak havoc on your life (hello, acne and sleepless nights)—especially if you don’t have tools like yoga, CBD oil, or meditation at your disposal to help you manage it. There’s another modality specifically designed to help you cope with stress, and you may not have heard of it yet: MBSR. What is MBSR, you might wonder? Short for Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, it’s an eight-week live mindfulness program founded by Jon Kabat-Zinn in 1979. Think of it as meditation therapy that’s all about bringing your awareness to the present moment, says Elisha Goldstein, PhD, co-founder of The Center for Mindful Living in West Los Angeles and creator of A Course in Mindful Living. Originally, MBSR was created to help people with chronic illnesses learn how to relate to pain differently, and thus decrease their stress and suffering. It has since been adapted for people who deal with stress of any kind—be it anxiety, relationship struggles, or emotional pain. Think of MBSR as meditation therapy that’s all about bringing your awareness to the present moment Here, Dr. Goldstein dives deep to share what MBSR is all about, the benefits of
The Side Effect Of The Keto Diet That No One’s Talking About — And How To Avoid It
December 02, 2018 at 01:00AM The good news? There’s a lot you can do. Continue Reading… Author Nicole Rivera, D.C. | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
The One Question That Helped Me Declutter My Closet (Hint: It’s Not “Does It Spark Joy?”)
December 02, 2018 It helped me better define my personal style, too. Continue Reading… Author Emma Loewe | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
Is Your “Story” Controlling Your Life?
December 01, 2018 at 11:00PM How the stories we tell about ourselves, in the end, are what hold us back. Continue Reading… Author Peter Crone | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
6 Gifts You Should Give Yourself This Holiday Season
December 01, 2018 at 10:00PM You’re investing a lot in your loved ones right now. Don’t forget to invest in yourself, too! Continue Reading… Author Shanna Tyler | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
Does Age Really Matter? New Science Says Maybe Not
December 01, 2018 at 09:00PM It’s all about the age of our bodies. Continue Reading… Author Caroline Muggia | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
The Age-Reversing Workout Everyone Is Talking About
December 01, 2018 at 08:00PM You can do it in under 15 minutes! Continue Reading… Author Caroline Muggia | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
Canker sores are the absolute worst, but these home remedies could help
December 01, 2018 at 07:00AM Like an accidental dry-shampoo overdose or a bad first date, canker sores can strike anyone at anytime, without warning. So it’s important to have an arsenal of home remedies for canker sores at your disposal—that way, you know exactly how to deal with your mouth ulcer so it doesn’t slow down your enjoyment of vegan Rice Krispie treats. But before we get to that part, it helps to have a general understanding of what a canker sore actually is. In short, a canker sore is a shallow ulcer that forms in your mouth. It’s usually small, with a white or yellow center surrounded by a red halo. This nasty little pain-in-the-mouth can stake out real estate in a variety of locations, including the gums, tongue, soft palate, lips, or cheeks. So how do you know you’re dealing with a canker sore? Unlike cold sores, which are caused by a virus and pop up on visible parts on your face, canker sores almost always take up residence in the hidden nooks and crannies inside your mouth. You may experience a stinging, burning, or tingling sensation prior to when the canker sore makes its debut. The most troublesome symptom, and the one most likely to send you on the hunt for a remedy, is the pain you will likely experience at the site of canker sore once it’s erupted, especially when talking or eating. Are you ready for the good news? Canker sores are not contagious, which means you