January 13, 2019 at 11:00PM How to detox for better brain health, including infrared sauna, an antioxidant-rich diet, and herbs and supplements. Continue Reading… Author Ilene Ruhoy, M.D., Ph.D. | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue Detoxification is a real buzzword these days, immediately catching our attention when we see it, read it, or hear about it. Especially as we’re recovering from the holidays, people are more interested in detoxes and liver cleanses right now than at any other time of the year. But what is detoxification, really? And how is our brain involved? Physiologically, detoxification is an essential cellular function. When the body detoxifies, it packages debris in the form of foods and toxins so that it can be easily excreted from the body. We eliminate this debris through various mechanisms such as our gastrointestinal tract, genitourinary tract, respiratory tract, and our sweat glands, and it requires the recruitment of multiple organs such as the liver, lungs, gallbladder, skin, kidneys, and yes, the brain. Why organs like your brain suffer most from toxins. Not to get too science-y on you, but our body’s detox pathways also require a variety of nutrients that act as cofactors for the enzymes involved in this multistep process. These steps include activation, oxidation, reduction, hydrolysis, conjugation, methylation, and recirculation. Because it’s so complex, detox requires significant amounts of the body’s energy supply. When our body is assaulted by the exposure to pro-inflammatory foods, alcohol, tobacco, medications, and foreign substances such as drugs, heavy
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5 Simple Ways To Declutter Your Life In The New Year
January 11, 2019 at 11:00PM Why stop with your home? Continue Reading… Author Vanessa Loder | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue Imagine if a hoarder invited you to dinner, and the kitchen was the nexus of their hoarding empire. You cringe while watching them attempt to cook among the chaos. It’s so cluttered, they’re forced to move random objects off the stovetop burners and even out of the kitchen sink, including a fake fish tank, holiday lights that never got strung, and a beaded frog. It’s painful to watch. This is exactly how I feel watching my kids attempt to play in their toy kitchen, which has become a de-facto storage area. The visual clutter drains me every time I look at it. It’s crammed. Crowded. Constricted. Cluttered. Chock-full of stuff they don’t need. On random occasions, when I’m feeling motivated, I’ll whirl in like a cleanup hurricane, only to discover I’m battling it out with a never-ending anti-tidy tornado. As soon as I turn my back, chaos reigns once again. This space has taught me an important lesson about decluttering: All of our spaces are connected. When you declutter one area, it affects you physically, mentally emotionally, and even spiritually. Here are five simple strategies and habits to help you declutter way more than your home in the new year: 1. Start a dialogue with your surroundings. This fun and useful exercise comes from self-help guru Martha Beck. She suggests we each have an area in our
The Keto Diet Is Super Popular — But Is It Actually Safe?
January 10, 2019 at 10:30PM A functional doctor looks into the science. Continue Reading… Author Nicole Rivera, D.C. | Life by Daily Burn As the keto diet continues to trend, you might find yourself wondering if it’s safe for everyone. The answer is—it’s complicated. Before you dive into this trendy diet, give this a read. What is ketosis? Some of the conditions that have been successfully managed with the ketogenic diet include epilepsy, post-concussion syndrome, obesity, type 2 diabetes, blood sugar instability (including hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia), and inflammatory conditions. These conditions have had symptomatic improvement when the body moves from a sugar (glucose)-burning state to a fat-burning state, which is what we call ketosis. Ketosis is a metabolic state where the body is primarily using fat for energy instead of carbohydrates. Burning carbohydrates or glucose for energy is the default function of the body, so if glucose is available, the body will use that first. Once the body enters a state of ketosis, the body is using ketones instead of glucose by burning fats. This is an inborn survival mechanism of the body for periods of famine. Being in a state of ketosis is safe and can provide much benefit to the neurological system and metabolic pathways of the body. People will often report sharper mental function, increased energy, better sleep, weight loss, and fewer food cravings. What is ketoacidosis? It’s important to note the difference between nutritional ketosis and a dangerous condition called ketoacidosis. Ketosis is a natural process
FYI, The Biggest Dating App Day Of The Year Is This Weekend
January 04, 2019 at 04:00PM Here’s how to stay mindful as you swipe with the masses. Continue Reading… If one of your goals for for the new year is to invest a little more time in your love life, you’re not alone: For many dating apps, the first Sunday of January is the busiest day of the year. This year, this so-called “Dating Sunday” is January 6, 2019. Following the holiday mayhem filled to the brim with wholesome family time and aspirational planning for the year to come, dating apps tend to see an overflow of new user sign-ups, activity, and matches as people start seeking some fresh romantic energy in their lives. According to reporting from Bustle, Hinge saw a 22.5 percent surge in usage on Dating Sunday last year. In past years, OkCupid has predicted a 70 percent increase in users on Dating Sunday, Coffee Meets Bagel found a 75 percent bump in new users compared to its previous 30 days, and Tinder once saw a whopping 44 million matches made on that one single day. If you’re looking to make some new connections, this weekend is the perfect time to get online and do it. Of course, with so many people flooding the apps at once, it’s more important than ever to exercise a little mindfulness as you start swiping. Below are some of our favorite tips from our relationship and mindfulness experts to help you have the most meaningful and impactful experience with app dating. 1.
This Ayurvedic Morning Routine Will Help You Feel Grounded & Balanced All Day Long
December 11, 2018 It’s all about blending the ancient and the modern. Continue Reading…
This Yogi’s 6:45 a.m. Ritual Might Be The Craziest Way To Wake Up
December 11, 2018 Plus, why her morning routine is sacred. Continue Reading…
I’m A Sex Therapist. Here Are The 5 Most Common Sexual Complaints Couples Have
December 05, 2018 at 08:00PM Plus, what to do about them. Continue Reading…
Seed Cycling: The Trendiest (And Weirdest) Tool For Better Hormone Balance
November 15, 2018 at 12:20AM How to use seed cycling for better hormone balance, including how to get started, how it works, and why it helps with symptoms of PMS and other hormone imbalances. Continue Reading… Have you heard of seed cycling? It’s one of the best “food as medicine” tools for getting your cycle back on track, balancing your hormones, and making those period problems disappear. As a naturopathic doctor, women’s health expert, and author of the upcoming book Beyond the Pill, I frequently suggest seed cycling to my patients and even do it myself. Seed Cycling 101: Here’s what it can do for your hormone health. But how does it work—and who might want to try it out? One of the best things about seed cycling is that it can be beneficial at any stage in a woman’s life, but I often suggest it to women who are going through the process of coming off hormonal birth control as a way to get their natural cycle back and start improving their hormonal health naturally. I’ve seen women struggling with symptoms of PMS, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), post-birth control syndrome (PBCS), irregular periods, acne, and breast tenderness benefit from adding seed cycling to their routine. As I guide you in how to get started with seed cycling, I am going to reference a 28-day cycle. But please note, you may have a cycle that is longer or shorter. In fact, only a small percentage of women have 28-day cycles, so please don’t
Half Of American Adults Have This Virus
October 17, 2018 at 11:00PM Let’s talk about the “H” word: herpes. Continue Reading… Let’s talk about the “H” word: herpes. Did you know that it’s way more common than you think? In fact, judging by the World Health Organization’s findings that 3.7 billion people worldwide under the age of 50 have herpes simplex type 1, or HSV-1, chances are that many people you know have the virus. That’s roughly 67 percent of the world’s population in that age group, after all. But even with that degree of prevalence, there are still so many misconceptions about both strains of the herpes simplex virus, and it’s high time we debunked them and set the record straight. Here are four common herpes myths, explained: 1. Myth: Herpes is one virus. Thought all herpes referred to the same garden-variety virus? Think again: Type 1 of the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1) is, in fact, not the same virus as the one commonly referred to as genital herpes. That one is herpes simplex type 2, or HSV-2, and it affects roughly 12 percent of people ages 14 to 49, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Health Statistics. So the HSV-1 virus, which is the one that causes cold sores, isn’t an indicator of issues…downstairs. 2. Myth: There’s nothing you can do to treat HSV-1. This doesn’t mean that herpes isn’t contagious, as both strains very much are; it just means you have to be especially diligent in managing it when sores or outward signs present