June 18, 2019 at 01:32AM Plus, exactly how to get to the root cause of the issue. Continue Reading… Author Liz Moody | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
Year: 2019
Love Cold Brew? You’ve Gotta Try This Creamy Vegan Ice Cream
June 18, 2019 at 12:43AM Put a scoop on top of your iced or hot coffee for some serious deliciousness. Continue Reading… Author Caroline Muggia | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
This Entrepreneur Was Going Blind — But Reversed It Through Nutrition
June 18, 2019 at 12:15AM Jason Karp, the co-founder of Hu Kitchen, lets us in on four key ways to reduce stress. Continue Reading… Author Jason Wachob | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
The Surprising Link Between Anxiety & Boredom You Need To Know About
June 18, 2019 at 12:12AM Anxiety and boredom have a lot in common—both are often trying to tell you something. Continue Reading… Author Hilda Burke | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
Congested People Want To Know: Can You Do Breathwork With Allergies?
June 18, 2019 at 12:05AM Kind of. But there are some things you should know first. Continue Reading… Author Emma Loewe | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
The foam rolling technique an orthopedic surgeon swears by for hip pain
June 17, 2019 at 05:00PM by CWC I used to think hip pain was only something cute little old ladies complained about. But if you’re glued to a desk all day at work, you’re probably familiar with. Spending that much time planted in a chair in front of your laptop surely helps you achieve your career goals, but it doesn’t do any good for your body. Luckily, one expert says combating hip pain with a foam roller is easier than you think. The causes of hip pain are many, says New York City-based orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine expert Steven Struhl, MD. Sometimes it’s from tight hip flexors that become stiff from being in a seated position for long periods of time, and other times it’s from running, sprains, and strains. Whatever the case may be, dealing with hip pain isn’t fun, and grabbing your trusty foam roller is a simple and effective way to fix it. “In a nutshell, foam rolling smooths out your fascia—connective tissue that binds and stabilizes your muscles—and is similar to giving yourself a deep tissue massage,” Dr. Struhl says. “Foam rolling is able to release knots or trigger points in muscles and connective tissue, which cause pain. Similarly, it’s able to increase blood flow in the muscles, help with recovery, and enhance joint mobility.” ad_intervals[‘400805_div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘400805_div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’);}); } }, 100); Dr. Struhl says the best way to go about relieving hip pain with a foam roller is
Experts say that *this* is the best time to take probiotics for your best gut health
June 17, 2019 at 04:00PM by CWC I take my supplements whenever the bottle says to do so—for an inanimate object, the label is usually very bossy. That is, until I started to wonder if certain supplements work best at certain times—magnesium at night, for example, has been purported to help you sleep. With my probiotic, the one supplement I religiously take, I started to wonder if there was a perfect time to reap the optimal benefits of probiotics for gut health. “Probiotics are bacteria that live in your body and provide a variety of health benefits,” says Sarah Greenfield, RD, education director at HUM Nutrition. “They play a role in mood, digestive health, and they [help] make certain vitamins,” such as synthesizing vitamin B12, she says. Gastroenterologist and internist Niket Sonpal, MD, adds that probiotics are “beneficial bacteria that help your gut digest food, breakdown nutrients, and level out harmful bacteria.” They can play a role in a lot of aspects of your health, from gut health to your mood. (As with any supplement, though, definitely talk to your doctor before trying probiotics!) ad_intervals[‘397017_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘397017_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); Interestingly, when you take your probiotics matters a great deal when it comes to reaping all of the above-mentioned benefits, says Greenfield. “In order to get the highest amount of probiotics from your capsule, taking them at the right time is important,” says Greenfield. That’s because that encapsulation of all that bacteria has
On the Cusp: What being a Gemini-Cancer blend may say about your personality
June 17, 2019 at 03:00PM by CWC Each month with On the Cusp, we point our astrological magnifying glass on all the people born between two zodiac signs. Because when your birthday falls at either the tail end or very beginning of your sun sign’s season, your personality may be influenced by your cosmic neighbor. With summer heating up, it’s Gemini and Cancer feeling the love. Below Stefanie Iris Weiss, astrologer and co-author of Surviving Saturn’s Return: Overcoming the Most Tumultuous Time of Your Life, explains how social butterfly Gemini and Group Mom Cancer may exist in one star-powered person. Happy birthday, turn-of-the-solstice babies! Those born on the Gemini Cancer cusp (around June 21) have the distinct honor of blossoming during a pretty baller time of the year. “This cusp marks one of the loveliest transitions of all—that delicious moment when spring officially slides into summer on the solstice,” says Weiss. “It’s one of the most magical points of the astrological year.” ad_intervals[‘401217_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘401217_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); But, why? And what does it actually mean to be born on the Gemini Cancer cusp? First, a reminder that you are always one sign or another, but depending on your birth date, hues from your zodiac neighbor may influence your nuanced personality. So maybe you’re a Gemini with Cancer-esque qualities leading you to pause and feel, or you’re a Cancer with Gemini tendencies to dial your emotions from an 8 to an 11—but you’re
How to score a first class flight upgrade at a fraction of the cost
June 17, 2019 at 01:13PM by CWC Several months ago, a booking error landed me in first class for the very first time in my life. As we soared over the clouds, the flight attendant served me a warm bowl of assorted nuts, refilled my coffee on the five-minute mark (bless her soul), and read the mile-high dinner menu with the enthusiasm of a French sommelier describing the fermentation process of a fine Cabernet Sauvignon. All my stress melted away as I drifted off to sleep in deeply reclined leather seat. I landed relaxed and ready to explore my destination. Now that a coworker has let slip her inside secret for upgrading on the cheap, I know how to fly first class without giving an arm and a leg. If you, too, would like to inch ever-closer to the front of the plane, get bidding. More than 50 airlines—including Virgin Atlantic, Lufthansa, Air Canada, and Swiss—send follow-up emails after fliers book their travel itineraries inviting them to upgrade to first or business class for a fraction of the price, reports Forbes. Simply click on a link they send you, enter the amount you’re willing to pay, and they’ll notify you if you’re the lucky winner. In the case of my colleague, she bumped herself to the premium class of a Norwegian flight from Amsterdam to New York City for a mere $150. ad_intervals[‘401558_div-gpt-ad-6934292-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘401558_div-gpt-ad-6934292-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-6934292-3’);}); } }, 100); Not sure what to bid?
This 5-minute stretch sequence will have you doing a split in no time
June 17, 2019 at 01:00PM by CWC Some people dream of finishing a marathon or executing a pull-up—but I’ve always been fascinated with mastering a full split. As a long-time yogi, former figure skater, and Bring It On superfan, I’ve attempted to stretch my way to a split in the past, but never quite mastered it. Eventually, I figured my lower body just wasn’t naturally flexible enough to execute this cheer-squad staple and gave up. But according to one expert, pretty much anyone can do a split with a little time, patience, and the right conditioning. Not only is a split more accessible than you might think, but it’s a super healthy milestone to aim for, says Kristina Nekyia, founder of Los Angeles flexibility training studio Fit & Bendy. “There are so many benefits to flexibility, because flexibility is all about increasing our ability to move in the world,” says Nekyia, who has a background as a dancer, Pilates instructor, and contortionist. “It requires a very deep knowledge and understanding of your body—you learn something abut yourself through the process.” She adds that flexibility can help make you stronger in pretty much any other fitness endeavor, from running and cycling to surfing and dancing. (And let’s not forget that splits just look fun.) ad_intervals[‘391887_div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘391887_div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’);}); } }, 100); If you’re new to flexibility training, Nekyia recommends starting with a front split, where one leg is coming out in front of you and