January 28, 2019 at 11:07AM by CWC Taking care of your physical wellbeing, at times, feels easier than taking care of your emotional and psychological health. Measuring if you’re getting enough protein and nutrients on the regular or if your mile time is going down are quantifiable—whereas, say, figuring out if you’re becoming more comfortable in your own skin is not as simple to measure. (Add to it the fact that soul searching is so subjective, and it can be hard to start doing inner work at all.) If you’re looking for a tool to help you gauge personal growth, however, a self-development book is a good place to start. To say a great book has the power to change your life isn’t an exaggeration. This can be doubly true for self-development books, which are literally written with the improvement of your inner person in mind. These reads can help you decipher and understand where you are on whatever inward journey you’re undertaking. Here’s the catch, though. If you’ve spent any amount of time on the internet or the self-help section of your local bookstore, you likely already know there are way too many options to sift through let alone read. To make it easier to narrow down the list, these are books that five of the health experts and luminaries on our Well+Good Council reference as beacons of wisdom and guidance on their own paths to self-actualization. Photo: Amazon 1. The Courage to be Disliked by Fumitake Koga and Ichiro Kishimi “A great
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This creepy-crawly K-beauty ingredient could be the cure for your under-eye circles
January 28, 2019 at 10:53AM by CWC You can oat-milk matcha-latte your way out of a lot of the symptoms of a crappy night’s sleep, but there’s one thing that no amount of caffeine is going to fix after you’ve spent multiple hours tossing and turning: the dark circles that stake out under your eyes. Womp womp. But leave it to Ashley Graham—who always look gorgeous and well-rested, despite running a full-blown empire and traveling non-stop—to have found the answer. According to a recent Instagram story, the model-slash-mogul turns to snail slime to help banish the bags under her eyes. Snail mucin (the slime’s technical term) is actually beloved in the K-beauty community for its hydrating properties, and is known to leave skin looking plump and moisturized post-use. “From soothing irritated skin to deeply hydrating dry skin, snail secretion filtrate offers a host of anti-aging benefits,” says co-founder of Soko Glam and esthetician Charlotte Cho, who notes that the ingredient is versatile enough to work for any skin type. “It also contains anti-microbial properties to ward off bacteria.” Its status as a hydration hero, then, is what makes snail mucin so effective for treating under-eye bags. “Most of the fine lines around your eyes are a result of dehydration,” explains Cho. “Topically applying snail mucin to the skin is helpful because it contains peptides [and] hyaluronic acid, so it brings a boost of deep hydration to your epidermis.” This, she says, firms and lifts your skin, which is exactly what the area under
10 healthy recipes for the meaty, protein-packed, 120-pound jackfruit
January 28, 2019 at 10:45AM by CWC The spiky green exterior of a jackfruit doesn’t exactly scream effective substitute for animal protein. But don’t let its outward appearance fool you; everyone knows it’s what’s on the inside that counts. In recent years, jackfruit recipes have skyrocketed in popularity among those who avoid meat thanks in part to its versatility and good taste. You can use the flesh of a jackfruit to make everything from pulled pork sandwiches bursting flavor to perfectly formed vegan crab cakes. Plus, you can’t beat the fruit’s nutritional profile. Jackfruit is loaded with vitamin C, vitamin B6, iron, and calcium. It’s also a great way to increase plant-based protein intake, boasting 2.8 grams per cup, which puts it on par with avocados though far from the levels in other common meat replacements—like tofu or tempeh, which contain 20 grams and 31 grams per cup respectively. But for a fruit, it’s kind of a big deal. Often reaching a staggering 120 pounds, a large jackfruit weighs about the same at five watermelons, but you won’t need a separate shopping cart to get a taste at home. Brands like The Jackfruit Company and Upton’s Naturals offer prepackaged, flavored options (like BBQ and Thai curry ) right at the grocery store. Canned versions are also readily available for you to transform on your own into a delicious meal. Just drain the brine, pull apart the pieces with a fork, and snag one of these recipes to put jackfruit to work. Here are 10 easy
How to help a friend who’s suicidal without sacrificing your own mental health
January 28, 2019 at 10:39AM by CWC As of 2017, the United States alone saw an estimated 1.3 million suicide attempts. Needless to say, suicide, often misunderstood and stigmatized, is a desperately urgent issue in America—and not solely for the people battling it firsthand. Supporting a suicidal friend can be a taxing, often frightening, stressful, and heartbreaking experience. But, being the best support system possible requires you to put yourself and your own needs first. Easier said than done, though. As any caring and thoughtful friend would be, you’re likely worried about the wellness and safety of the person who you suspect to be in crisis. This situation can lead to bouts of self-doubt (“Am I doing and saying the right things?” or “Am I making things worse somehow?”), but Christine Moutier, MD, chief medical officer for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, says to trust your instincts. “Asking about suicide will not make someone suicidal if they do not already have those thoughts. Usually people feel relieved to share, especially if you are respectful and compassionate,” she says. While you should open the lines of communication by asking your friend what they need, know what your own boundaries are, says Dese’Rae L. Stage, suicide awareness activist and creator of Live Through This. “If you’re not in a position where you can help, be honest. Say, ‘I’m not doing too well myself, but here’s a way we can find you help.” Going this route is not only best for you and your
This Is The Worst Kind Of Fried Food For Your Health
January 28, 2019 at 09:00AM A new study shows that fried chicken and fish are the worst kinds of fried food for your health. Continue Reading… Author Gretchen Lidicker | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
Your guide to complete proteins when you don’t eat meat
January 28, 2019 at 08:39AM by CWC Here’s the question every vegetarian and vegan dreads the most: “How do you get enough protein?” (The runner-up: “Don’t you miss bacon?”) It’s an annoying, but well-meaning question. After all, the most common forms of protein—you know, the macronutrient responsible for building muscle, repairing tissue, and assisting in vital bodily functions like blood clotting and the immune response—come from animal foods like chicken, fish, beef, and eggs. What do you do if you don’t eat those foods? Well, you can tell your mom/co-worker/random IG follower to calm down with that concern. It’s completely possible—nay, easy—to get enough protein (about 46 grams a day for the average woman) on a plant-based diet. Meat is not the protein end-all, be-all, people! However, there’s a slight catch that plant-based eaters need to know (so please don’t shoot the messenger). Beyond the whole “did it come from an animal or not” distinction, not all protein is the same from a nutritional standpoint. There are complete proteins, incomplete proteins, essential amino acids…it’s kind of complicated. And not knowing the difference is a big deal when you don’t eat animal-based foods. The protein “problem” for plant-based eaters First, an AP Bio refresher. Dietary protein is made up of different combos of 20 different amino acids, says Scarlett Full, RD and nutrition scientist at Growing Naturals. “The human body is able to produce 11 out of the 20 amino acids on its own. But the other nine must be obtained
Why Getting More Sleep Can Actually Make You Feel Less Pain
January 28, 2019 at 08:10AM Another reason to get to bed on time tonight. Continue Reading… Author Kelly Gonsalves | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
Take simple squats up a notch with tempo training
January 28, 2019 at 08:00AM by CWC Squats do for your glutes what gassing up does for your gal pals: Lifts ’em up. Many fitness instructors say it’s hard to get a perky patootie without squats, but if you’ve incorporated the go-to move into your fitness routine and you’re not getting the results you want, I have some news: Plain old squatting needs to be taken up a notch. It’s time to drop it in tempo. Tempo training is a type of strength training, and it’s mega for strengthening and toning muscles. While you can apply the tempo training method to almost any bodyweight exercise (looking at you push-ups, sumo squats, and lunges) or barbell moves (see you soon back squats, front squats, deadlifts, and bench presses), it’s most commonly used during squats. Because, duh: #peachgains. Wondering what the heck this tempo training thing is and how to do it properly? Scroll down to for all the intel from pro trainers. Photo: Getty Images/Seventy Four So what is tempo training exactly? “Tempo training is another way of saying training where you change the speed during the movement at hand,” explains Elena Moffa CPT, trainer at NEOU in New York City. For instance, let’s think about an air squat. Usually it takes you a second to get to the bottom of the squat, and then a second to get back to standing. According to her, tempo training, would manipulate the speed of the squat, so instead of 1 up, 1 down, you’d add a pause at the top, the
Want to switch career lanes (or make a total U-turn)? Here’s how, even when you’re far on one path
January 28, 2019 at 07:02AM by CWC Ever wondered what it would be like to swap your spreadsheets for saucepans? Or daydreamed about leaving your desk job to become a dog walker? Or wished your business card read “Pilates instructor” instead of “publicist?” If you’ve seriously contemplated a career switch, you’re not alone: According to one 2013 Harris survey, 80 percent of workers in their twenties and 64 percent of workers in their thirties want to change fields. No matter the reason you’re unsatisfied with your current career—be it boredom or burnout or something else entirely—you don’t have to stay the course. Despite what you may think, it’s totally possible to switch paths no matter how many years you’ve already been in the workforce. With some savvy strategizing and expectation management, you can have that dream job. Here’s how, according to a career coach. Want to change career lanes—or even make a professional U-turn? Keep reading for 6 tips to make it happen. Photo: Getty Images/Morsa Images 1. Figure out why you’re craving a change First things first: Do a little soul-searching and ask yourself, “why now?” “Find out what’s actually driving your decision to switch careers,” says certified professional career coach David Wiacek. “Is it the boss? Is it the toxic environment? Is it the commute? Maybe you’ve been at the same company for years. If you did the same job at a different company that’s more innovative, it could re-spark the professional drive you lost. Sometimes you don’t necessarily
These 3 Steps Are Essential For Populating Your Gut With Healthy Probiotics
January 28, 2019 at 06:08AM Plus how to incorporate them into your diet Continue Reading… Author Darcy McDonough | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue