April 04, 2019 at 06:00AM by CWC I’ve always been dramatic and said that I hate heat. I’m in the minority in that spring and summer are my least favorite seasons, I keep my windows open at night during the wintertime, and I’m one of those people who drinks iced coffee year-round (even when it’s blizzarding). So you’d think that locking myself into a chamber where the temperature is a cool -166 degrees F for three minutes straight—to help rehab my sore muscles that have happened as a result of working out—would be right up my alley. Cryotherapy has been a practice that’s been around for quite some time. Immersing your body to those subzero temps could actually have some health perks beyond aiding post-working. “Some of the purported benefits of cryotherapy include a decrease in inflammation, pain relief, and improved mobility,” says Niket Sonpal, MD, a New York-based gastroenterologist. “For older patients, they may experience instant relief of chronic joint pain and improved rheumatoid and osteoarthritis. Patients may also benefit from dramatic stimulation of the immune system (a boost), hormones, and nervous system, and feel increased energy.” He adds that it also aids in your body’s recovery time, as it increases muscle resistance to fatigue (hence why athletes love it). As with everything though, talk to you doctor before you make the decision to take on the chill. With all those health perks—and the added benefit of involving the cold, my favorite—I had to hop into a cryo pod
Year: 2019
The most-common spot to miss SPF is also the first to show signs of aging
April 04, 2019 at 05:45AM by CWC Everyone has a story like this (or at least that’s what I’m telling myself). Despite diligence, there have been times when I’ve come home from the beach with sand between my toes and a sunburn on the top of a foot. Though I wore a broad-brimmed hat and sunglasses, applied sunscreen before I even put my bathing suit on—then reapplied after swimming and throughout the day—and covered up with a long-sleeve top after a few hours in the sun. I had done everything by the book, and somehow I had still missed that one foot. It’s a common mistake, says dermatologist Heather Rogers, MD, medical director of Modern Dermatology in Seattle. “Anything that’s perpendicular to the sun is going to burn easier,” she tells me. “Anything that’s perpendicular to the sun is going to burn easier.” But these small spots matter. The Skin Cancer Foundation reports that over the past 30 years in the United States, more skin cancers have been diagnosed than every other type of cancer combined. So keep your favorite SPF close at hand—all year long—and pay attention to the places you’re likely neglecting. Scroll down to learn about the body parts people most often forget to protect—and why slathering on the sunscreen is so important. The most common culprits for sun-damaged areas Dr. Rogers ticks off some of the places you’re likely forgetting to properly apply (or reapply your sunscreen): “Tops of the feet, tops of your ears, top of your head. People always forget the scalp and hair
Discover The Buzzy Ingredient That Everyone’s Calling The New Chia Seed
April 04, 2019 at 05:38AM Think of them as chia seeds on steroids. Continue Reading… Author Stephanie Eckelkamp | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
9 Mediterranean diet benefits that explain why experts love it so much
April 04, 2019 at 04:50AM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGnyqti9wsw] The ketogenic diet may have been the buzziest eating plan in 2018, but is it the healthiest overall? According to U.S. News and World Report, the tried-and-true Mediterranean diet rises to take the top honor. A panel of health experts examined and ranked 41 popular eating plans, concluding that the Mediterranean diet is the most universally beneficial for long-term health. Further down the list, U.S. News named the DASH diet as the second healthiest, with WW (formerly known as Weight Watchers) as fourth, vegetarian as 11th, vegan as 20th, Paleo as 33rd, and Whole30 and keto tied for 38th. What makes the Mediterranean diet so beloved by MDs and nutrition experts? Registered dietitian Lauren Slayton, RD, points to the fact that it emphasizes the consumption of foods high in omega-3s and healthy fats, like fish, olive oil, nuts, grains, legumes, fruits, and veggies. “[Olive oil] has tremendous cardiovascular benefits,” she says. Meanwhile, you’re eating a lot less red meat—although it’s still permitted on occasion. It’s generally pretty easy for people to follow, Slayton says (and allows for small amounts of red wine). “Diet trends come and go, but the Mediterranean diet’s encouragement of eating a variety of foods in moderation is pretty aligned with the advice I like to give my clients.” —Tracy Lockwood Beckerman, RD “The Mediterranean diet isn’t a specific set of rules and restrictions, making it way easier to adopt than other trendy eating plans,” says Tracy Lockwood Beckerman, RD, in
I Co-Washed My Hair For A Month — Here’s What I Wish I Had Known About ‘No Poo’
April 04, 2019 at 04:05AM Essential reading before trying no-poo. Continue Reading… Author Lindsay Kellner | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
There Are 7 Types Of Inner Critics. Here’s How To Identify (And Calm) Yours
April 04, 2019 at 03:46AM Are you more of a perfectionist or controller? Continue Reading… Author Athena Laz | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
Palm reading 101: Learn to decode the story that exists right at your fingertips
April 04, 2019 at 03:00AM by CWC If you’re making your way through life feeling like you have all of the things under control, then go you. Seriously, keep riding that wave. But for the rest of us, there are likely at least one or two areas that feel a bit less than satisfactory, whether it’s a ho-hum job, love-life goings-on that skew a bit beyond “it’s complicated,” or something else that’s just…lacking. That’s why when any bit of insight comes our way that’s supposed to make navigating life a bit easier, the intel can feel like a straight-up gift. Sometimes that comes in the form of advice from your BFF or celeb tips for multitasking, but other times, it’s more woo-woo in nature. And all you need in order to reap the benefits is the ability to understand what’s already right under your nose. Say hello to palm reading. While the roots of the practice can’t be traced to a specific period of time, research shows it has been used to shed light on a person’s unique story for quite a bit. (And really, it’s just plain-old fascinating, which is generally reason enough to learn more about it, right?) Bonus: It turns out you don’t have to be a palmistry expert to learn a few of the basics that come along with palm reading, according to Helene Saucedo, an Atlanta-based palm reader who runs Handful Of Stars palm readings out of a seriously cool renovated vintage camper. So, light
This Is How You Can Still Intermittent Fast If You Work Out In The Morning
April 04, 2019 at 02:19AM It’s doable but will take some planning. Continue Reading… Author Ray Bass | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
9 peel-and-stick wallpapers to give your home a chic (and easy) upgrade for spring
April 04, 2019 at 02:00AM by CWC Painting the walls in your home is on the same commitment level as chopping bangs. Once you go for it and brush on that first swipe of color, there’s no turning back. But if you’re a little uneasy about making that bold of a move in your space, there’s a simple solution to adding new life, minus the permanency: peel-and-stick wallpaper. Etsy just released its home decor trends for 2019, and this season is all about maximalism with “standout fixtures, bold patterns, and vibrant colors.” One of the most popular components of that, by far, is peel-and-stick wallpaper (as in, the kind you can easily un-stick later on). Searches for “peel stick wallpaper” are up 385 percent on Etsy over the past few months alone, and not just for use on walls. It’s also been spotted on staircases, dressers, and cabinets. Basically, there are no rules. Searches for “peel stick wallpaper” are up 385 percent on Etsy over the past few months alone, and not just for use on walls. Wherever you decide you want a pop of color, you simply peel off the adhesive backing of the wallpaper and stick it on. Then if you decide you want to do something different later on, you can remove it just as easily with no sticky residue to clean up. And the best news: There are more eye-catching ways to give your home a quick upgrade than ever—here are the most eye-catching designs out
Airports Are Trashy: Here’s How To Be More Eco-Friendly Next Time You Fly
April 04, 2019 at 01:56AM Bon (zero-waste) voyage. Continue Reading… Author Kathryn Kellogg | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue