October 03, 2019 at 10:42AM The take-away: We have to keep fighting inflammation. Continue Reading… Author Ray Bass, NASM-CPT | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
Month: October 2019
Ate Too Much Sugar? Here’s What RDs Say To Do Next
October 03, 2019 at 10:08AM The good news? You can feel better in a flash—if you take the right action steps. Continue Reading… Author Liz Moody | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
Not sure how to navigate the world of plant-rich skin care? Start with these 5 ingredients
October 03, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Cleaning up your beauty routine can quickly become centered on all the things you’re supposed to avoid (good bye, phthalates parabens, triclosan, etc, etc). But what about the good stuff? What are the ingredients you’re actually supposed to look for? In an effort to give the process a more positive spin (and to help you avoid having to scan the back of every. single. moisturizer), we asked clean-beauty formulator Leigh Winters and Rachelle Robinett—herbalist, holistic health practitioner, and founder of Supernatural—to share a guide to some of the buzzy plant ingredients that are just as effective as the toxic stuff. “In some sense, we eat what we wear (on our skin),” Robinett explains. “If there’s a chemical in our skin care, it too can be absorbed and affect us, especially with long-term use.” That means rubbing on a random product you found buried at the bottom of your makeup bag (without knowing what’s actually in it) is maybe not such a great idea. “Our body is a system—everything we put on our skin, nails, and hair can create a physiological cascade that throws our body out of balance,” adds Winters. Her point? It’s probably worth it to acquaint yourself with the plant-rich ingredients that’ll deliver on glow (and support your holistic wellness). The most important thing to remember, though, when caring for your complexion is that your skin is constantly evolving in response to your lifestyle, the seasons, your stress levels, and more.
7 Aquarius traits that make this resilient winter sign the zodiac’s unique snowflake
October 03, 2019 at 02:00AM by CWC You’re probably well aware of who in your life—whether it be a friend, ex, significant other, or anyone else—is an Aquarius, largely because these characters just don’t blend in. This fixed sign is born in the middle of winter (January 20 to February 18), which contributes to how resilient they tend to be. Think of them as the Sansa Stark of the zodiac wheel, because Aquarius traits include being fearless, independent, strong leaders, and, well, very badass, to say the least. Now, at the risk of coming across as cocky, I’m an Aquarius. Because of this, I know Aquarius traits pretty well. But to keep myself honest and learn more about what specifically makes us so unique and special, I spoke with several astrologers. First, the basics: Aquarians are represented by the symbol of two waves, which makes sense given that the sign is a water-bearer, which supposedly bestows water (i.e. life) on the land. Also, despite this connection to water, Aquarius is ruled by the element of air, which reflects a temperament of making waves and being in the midst of action. “Aquarius tends to be extremely intelligent and very much connected—they can easily channel information that exists out in the ether and bring it into reality.” —Corina Crysler, astrologer “The air element really works with intellect, flow, and movement,” says Corina Crysler, astrologer and wellness expert. “And Aquarius is a fixed sign, which really brings stability, determination, and depth, so these
The 6 healthiest smoothies and snacks you can get at Jamba Juice, according to a top dietitian
October 03, 2019 at 01:00AM by CWC When it comes to grab-and-go food, smoothie bars and juice shops can be the most confusing to navigate as a healthy eater. At a burger joint like Wendy’s or McDonald’s, it’s pretty straight-forward that the salad options are typically going to be more nutritious than a burger and fries. But smoothies can be murkier territory. Yes, they’re often full of healthy fruits or buzzy add-ins, like chia or acai, but they often also pack in a hefty dose of sugar. At Jamba (formerly known as Jamba Juice), there’s both food and smoothies on the menu, which leads to more choices—and more potential confusion when you order. That’s where registered dietitian Carrie Dennett, RD, comes in. Here, she breaks down which options (both food-wise and smoothie-wise) are truly the best ones, especially for plant-based, low-sugar, and ketogenic eaters (all of whom can have a tough time in a smoothie bar). Keep reading to see the RD-approved picks. Plant-based Smoothie menu picks: Vanilla Blue Sky; Smooth Talkin’ Mango Smoothie What an RD says: Jamba has a whole menu of plant-based smoothie options. Cream of the crop is the new Vanilla Blue Sky smoothie, made with unsweetened almond milk, vanilla coconut milk, pineapple, and spirulina. “The 16 ounce size has five grams of fiber, which is pretty decent,” Dennett says. (The goal is to get 25 grams a day.) While it is a bit high in sugar (27 grams), Dennett says that it’s at least from the pineapple
The one-step skin-care routine derms say you should be doing when you get out of the shower
October 02, 2019 at 11:30PM by CWC Whether or not you should wash your face in the shower is one of the most controversial topics in the skin-care world. Some derms will tell you that the water is too hot and will strip your skin, while others will say that it’s totally fine as long as you’re keeping your showers short and using the right product. Personally, I will never give up the convenience of facial cleansing as a part of my lather-and-rinse routine, because who the heck has time for an extra step in the morning?! Recently, though, I learned that it’s really what you do to your skin after stepping out of the jet stream that matters… and all you need to keep your skin happy is a single step. The one product you should be applying after you shower? A facial oil, which dermatologists say works to seal in all that good H2O to keep skin hydrated from within. “Oils are great for locking in hydration after showers,” says board-certified dermatopathologist Gretchen Frieling, MD. She explains that oils are also great because they “mimic the natural oil produced by the skin,” which helps your skin maintain its barrier. “Oils are best used after bathing for hydration,” confirms board-certified dermatologist and founder of Visha Skincare, Purvisha Patel, MD, adding that they need to be layered on top of water in order to really do their job. While creams and moisturizers add hydration to your skin, oils serve as a
Shailene Woodley’s high-fiber breakfast is worth stealing for yourself
October 02, 2019 at 11:00PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtTzJ31Sd60] Want to steal Woodley’s high-fiber breakfast? Watch the video. If you tuned into the highly-anticipated second installment of Big Little Lies, you know that Shailene Woodley’s character, Jane, experienced a whirlwind of a season. When it comes to breakfast, however, Woodley doesn’t like plot twists. On the most recent episode of Well+Good’s The Avocado Show, the environmentally conscious celebrity admitted that she enjoys the very same, high-fiber breakfast every morning. When Ella Dove, Well+Good’s senior video producer, asked Woodley about her morning meal of choice, she answered simply: “Porridge. Every single day.” Thanks to the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears, porridge has kind of a snoozy reputation. One glance at its nutrition facts will sway your opinion though—promise. As porridge is the result of heating up any grain with water or milk, you have so much control over the nutritional contents of the a bowl. For example: If quinoa is your chosen base, one cup contains about 6 grams of fiber—the heart-healthy, digestion-boosting nutrient all of us could stand to eat a little more of. The 6 grams doesn’t even include the toppings you can use to grow that number, like a serving of blueberries (2.5 grams), chia seeds (about 10 grams), or almond butter (about 4 grams). Load your bowl with all three and, ta-da!, you’ve served yourself up 20 plus grams of fiber before noon. I think Woodley would agree that when it comes to good digestion,
‘I’m an audiologist, and the new Apple Watch noise app could save your hearing’
October 02, 2019 at 09:30PM by CWC As far as I’m concerned, music should only be listened to one way: at full volume. What can I say? Some like it loud, and I’m one of those people. Now that the Apple Watch is strapped to to my wrist, I’ve been forced to reconsider just how the volume when I play Cardi B. The new Apple Watch noise app keeps track of the decibels within your immediate surroundings. And for those of us who would like to keep our hearing well into old age, the new feature is definitely a wakeup call. Garrett Thompson, AuD, an audiologist at New York City’s Resnick Audiology, says you shouldn’t ignore the new noise app. “Being aware of how much noise one is exposed to is important,” he says. “Damage to one’s hearing from noise exposure is cumulative over a lifetime, so even noise damage at a young age can contribute to poorer hearing later in life.” What’s more, losing your ability to listen to others affects your health in a more ways than one. “Hearing loss has consequences beyond asking a friend to repeat themselves. We know it is linked to social isolation, depression, and even cognitive decline.” Apple’s brand-new noise app (yellow with a tiny ear illustration) listens to the space around you and reports back on the harmfulness of noise levels, with indicators ranging from”OK” to “LOUD.” If you want to get even more specific, the app breaks down amplified noises into
9 healthy foods that are always cheaper to buy than make yourself
October 02, 2019 at 09:00PM by CWC Two major obstacles prevent people from eating healthy: it’s expensive and it’s time-consuming. While it’s true that our food system is structured in such a way that makes burgers and chicken nuggets cheaper than anything from the earth, there actually are quite a few products at the grocery store that are both cheap and don’t require any effort in the kitchen. The topic actually sparked quite the conversation on Reddit, generating over 1,000 comments. Rounded up here are some of the most useful—and some surprising wildcards—including ones healthy food experts stock up on. Keep reading for a list that will save you both time and money. When eating on a budget, these healthy foods are cheaper store-bought 1. Hummus While canned garbanzo beans are only about $1, one Reddit user points out that a jar of tahini is typically more expensive than just buying hummus already made. Another user echoed this saying that Costco’s single-serve hummus packs are particularly cost-effective. 2. Greek yogurt Several Reddit users called out yogurt as being particularly tedious and time-consuming to make—and not any cheaper than buying it ready-to-eat. Fage Greek yogurt, for example, costs $1.19, definitely more cost-effective than buying milk and the necessary bacteria culture. 3. Guacamole This is one condiment registered dietitian Melissa Rifkin, RD says is worth buying versus making yourself. “With the cost of avocados constantly on the rise, you just may be better off purchasing pre-made guacamole,” she says. “Plus, with the
5 stretches a physical therapist wants you to do every day to prevent stiffness as you age
October 02, 2019 at 08:30PM by CWC If you’re already feeling a little stiff, just wait—this is just the beginning. As you age, your joints only become stiffer, and usually that goes hand-in-hand with bodily aches and pains. And there’s typically one thing behind the problem: not being active enough. “Stiffness often occurs when we’re not exercising enough, so the best way to prevent stiffness is by being regularly active,” says Katie Sun Worrall, DPT, physical therapist at Zion Physical Therapy. “There’s a lot of research that shows how sedentary behavior—aka sitting at work all day and not exercising—can lead to a number of health problems: obesity, heart disease, and high blood pressure, to name a few. Whether it’s walking, running, yoga, cycling, lifting weights, or another exercise of your choice, all of it is good for you and your health in the long run.” To help you fight off stiffness in the future, you’ve gotta start now. Here are Worrall’s top stretches to combat stiffness—particularly the kind that occurs in the spine, neck, and back, as they’re some of the most common complaints. A physical therapist’s top 5 stretches to fight stiffness as you age 1. Cat-cow Start on hands and knees in a neutral spine. Inhale, drop the belly, widen the collarbones, open the chest, and arch the spine. Make sure to keep the back of the neck long (often people crunch the back of the neck trying to look up in this posture). Then exhale, draw the belly in,