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An average American spends about 5 hours and 24 minutes on their phone every day. With so much time spent staring at screens, you might wonder: can all that screen time mess up our eyesight? There’s a lot of buzz about how our digital habits affect our health. Some studies have proven that extensive use …
Achieving weight loss and overall wellness is a multifaceted journey that extends beyond mere diet and exercise. Embracing a holistic approach can lead to sustainable and long-term success, integrating physical, mental, and emotional health. This article explores effective strategies that can help you achieve a balanced and healthy lifestyle. Weight Loss and Overall Wellness: Understanding Holistic …
Current physical activity guidelines do not recommend a specific step count for health, now a new study from Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH) suggests that both step count and time-based exercise targets are equivalently associated with lower risks of early death and cardiovascular disease. Monitoring your step count and/or movement duration has become increasingly easier …
We’ve heard many people on social media—even fitness influencers—say something like, “Stop eating fruits if you want to lose weight!” “Here are the reasons why fruits aren’t as good as you think,” and so on. Even whole foods like fruits have their own set of myths surrounding them when it comes to weight loss. But …
Only seven countries in the world (less than four percent) had air quality levels at or below the healthy annual average recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2023, according to one report from the Swiss air quality organization IQAir. In many cases, poor outdoor air quality is fueled by environmental factors, though the …
Current research appears to be taking pointers from the past and is trending toward the concept of food as medicine, which is a philosophy in which food and nutrition are positioned within intervention to support health and wellness that dates back to the ancient Greek physician Hippocrates who once said: “Let food be thy medicine …
Beyond being the main organs for visual processing and sight, the eyes can serve as windows to overall health and wellness. For instance, 3D eye scans are commonly used to track the early signs and progression of kidney disease. Specifically, retinal changes have been observed among patients with different stages of kidney disease, thus offering …
Establishing healthy long-term recreational habits in our youth has been shown to have a beneficial impact on both physical and mental health later in life, but some groups appear to be missing out on the benefits disproportionately, such as academic high achievers, those with low self-confidence, and females, according to recent research from the University …
In the pursuit of wellness, self-improvement stands as a cornerstone. It’s a journey of growth and development that encompasses various aspects of our lives, from emotional intelligence to effective communication. In this article, we delve into key strategies for achieving wellness through self-improvement, offering insights and guidance for a fulfilling journey toward personal growth. Cultivating …
The work landscape has undergone a profound transformation in recent years, with an increasing number of individuals opting for remote work arrangements. One form of remote work that has gained traction is solo remote work, where individuals operate independently from their colleagues in a remote setting. While this setup offers flexibility and freedom, it also …