There’s a whole reason we created the term “adulting.” Tons of life skills we need IRL are not taught to us until we’re expected to have already known them.
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As people’s upbringings and experiences vary, some people learn some things growing up that others do not. School, which is supposed to put us all on a more level playing field, doesn’t always help.
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Gone are the days of learning home ec…
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How To Overcome Jet Lag
Are you preparing for a vacation and traveling by plane? There are ways to shield your body against jet lag and overcome it, reducing the symptoms that can ruin your vacation.
Why do we get jet lag?
Jet lag occurs when we travel by plane and change two or more time zones, this disrupts the body’s circadian rhythm. The symptoms are a result of the circadian rhythm being detuned. The circadian rhythm is the pattern that our body follows within a 24-hour period. This rhythm essentially determines when it’s time to sleep and when it’s time to wake up. It…
Heart-healthy habits linked to a longer life without chronic conditions
Share on PinterestA study found that heart-healthy lifestyle habits described in the American Heart Association’s Life’s Essential 8, such as physical activity and quality sleep, are associated with a longer lifespan and more years spent free of chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes and cancer. urbazon/Getty Images
The American Heart Association’s Life’s Essential 8 is a concept that defines cardiovascular health based on four modifiable behaviors, such as physical activity and sleep, and four modifiable biometric measures, such as weight, blood glucose, and blood lipid levels, that impact cardiovascular health.
The composite cardiovascular health score measured using the aforementioned…
I’m known as Thailand’s ‘Happiness Farmer.’ Here’s how I built a haven of simple living in a high-pressure world.
Jon Jandai is Thailand’s self-proclaimed ‘happiness farmer’ and founder of the Pun Pun Center for Self Reliance.
Jandai and those who live on the farm grow their own food, make soap and shampoo, and build shelters.
Dozens of people from around the world come to the center to learn how to live a self-sustaining lifestyle.
This is an as-told-to essay based on a conversation with Jon Jandai, the 60-year-old founder of the Pun Pun Center for Self Reliance in Thailand. The essay has been edited for length and clarity.
I grew up in a remote area in Northeastern Thailand, widely…
Life with Multiple Sclerosis: Symptoms and Diagnosis | University of Utah Health
Many effective treatments are available for MS patients. DeWitt strongly recommends finding a neurologist and medical team who have expertise in treating MS.
“It is extremely important to have a neurologist who understands MS,” DeWitt says. “There are many treatments, and it can be confusing to choose the correct treatment for the patient’s presentation.”
Prompt treatments with these MS specialists can make a huge difference in patients’ overall health as they navigate life with MS. In addition to symptom management, healthy lifestyle changes can slow down the progression of the disease, such as:
Eating a healthy diet, especially foods high…
Senior pastor Ivy Butler mentors with power
Editor’s note: For five weeks, we are profiling two women each week who are making a difference in the South Bend region. Whether they are already in the spotlight or escaping much public attention for their efforts, these women are putting in the work to make their neighbors’ lives better. Check them out every Wednesday and Friday through Aug. 4.
MISHAWAKA — When her husband, Bishop Rico Butler, died unexpectedly at age 44, Ivy Butler continued to lead the flock that he’d gathered almost 16 years earlier, with some members having left the grips of addiction.
Ten years later, Ivy…
What Your Dog Needs to Live a Healthy Life
Dog health, like human health, depends on some basic building blocks. As a pet parent, it’s up to you to take responsibility for your canine companion’s well-being. Here are a few things all dog parents should know about dog health that will help provide your pup with a long, happy life.
You Need to Feed Your Dog Well
Why do vets and nutritionists recommend feeding your dog high-quality food? Because good nutrition can lead to better health and a longer life for your dog. A healthy diet helps prevent conditions like cancer, diabetes, obesity, and more.
Some people make their…
Rainbow Orzo Salad – Eat Yourself Skinny
This Rainbow Orzo Salad makes the perfect summer side dish! Loaded with colorful veggies, fresh herbs and tender orzo pasta, all tossed together with a delicious lemon herb dressing and easily made in just minutes!
If you are looking for a fresh and easy summer side dish, then look no further! This Rainbow Orzo Salad is full of colorful veggies, fresh herbs, and tender orzo pasta all tossed in the most delicious lemon herb dressing! This orzo pasta salad is one of my absolute favorite go-to dishes in the warmer months and is one I love making for a crowd.…