Tag: Mind & Body

The Therapeutic Benefits of Onions

Vegetables are a crucial source of health and nutrition. There are, however, a few standout veggies and onions—a staple in many North American kitchens and cuisines worldwide—are one of them. Onions are an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and pro-heart powerhouse that come in various colors and types. They are a culinary essential that has offered people…


Walking Workouts Are Great for Heart, Bone, and Muscle Health

Pandemic restrictions have led many people to start walking more, often because they’ve had few other things to do or just as a way to get moving. Walking workouts have even become popular, with plenty of “challenges” and exercise videos to be found online. Walking is good for you, there’s not much doubt about this….


How the Pandemic Might Be Affecting Your Vascular Health

You’d be hard-pressed to find anybody who has gone unaffected by the pandemic. Even if you think you’re doing alright, you’re probably wrong. For example, have you been as active as you were before the lockdowns? And even if you’ve boosted your activity to exercise for 45 minutes per day, what are you doing the…


Broccoli Compound Has Dramatic Effect on People With Autism

Sulforaphane, a compound found in broccoli sprouts, has been shown to benefit autism in a way no drug ever has in a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. In previous articles, we explored how autism may be due to synaptic dysfunction. This view suggests the condition can be treated and reversed. This possibility has enticed parents and…


More Fruits and Veggies Can Improve Sleep for Young People

Eating more fruits and vegetables can help young adults, especially young women, sleep better, a new study shows. Young adults who reported eating less than five servings of fruits and vegetables per day reported a high prevalence of chronic insomnia symptoms, with over one-third reporting difficulties in falling asleep or maintaining sleep at least three…


Why ‘Zoom Fatigue’ Is Worse for Women

Women report feeling more exhausted than men do after video calls, according to the first large-scale study on Zoom fatigue. The researchers say the “self-view” display may be to blame for that exhausted feeling after a day of back-to-back online meetings. The research shows that overall, 1 in 7 women—13.8 percent—compared with 1 in 20…


The Key to Unconventional Productivity

You won’t be perfect at this, so don’t expect perfection.


Does Natural Immunity Earn Some Freedom?

Millions have rolled up their sleeves to take the COVID-19 vaccination because the jab promises protection against the notorious pathogen. However, millions more remain hesitant. Now, officials are pushing a new incentive: freedom. A growing number of universities now require that students get vaccinated before they return to campus. Airlines and workplaces are devising apps…


Support Your Body in the Fight Against COVID

As we continue to face COVID-19, we want to emphasize the importance of proper immune function. Whether you have had COVID-19 and want to facilitate the best recovery possible, desire to avoid triggering an autoimmune condition, or want to bolster your immune system to avoid succumbing to a serious case, you can take steps to…


Tips for Relieving Late Spring Blues for a Smooth Transition to Summer

A solar term is a period of about two weeks and is based on the sun’s position in the zodiac. Solar terms form the traditional Chinese calendar system. The calendar follows the ancient Chinese belief that living in accordance with nature will enable one to live a harmonious life. This article series explores each of…