Tag: stress
6 Simple Breathing Techniques to Sleep Better, Stress Less, and Sharpen...
Something we do 20,000 times a day could be the key to a calmer, clearer, and more energized life. Breathing—yes, just breathing—is getting a...
Men Face Double the Death Risk from “Broken Heart Syndrome,” Study...
A new study has found that men are twice as likely as women to die from a stress-related heart condition commonly referred to as...
Reset Your Brain with a Breath: The Simple Science of Breathing...
Feeling overwhelmed, unfocused, or anxious? You might just need to take a breath—literally. Your breath is more powerful than you think, and learning to...
Birdsong and Brain Bliss: How Listening to Birds Can Lift Your...
If you’ve ever paused to enjoy the cheerful chorus of birds outside your window, here’s some good news: that peaceful moment may actually be...
Could a Sugar Tax Help Addicted Americans Heal?
Sugar isn’t just a sweet treat—it may be silently shaping our health, habits, and even our brain chemistry. Once a rare delicacy in ancient...
10 Often Overlooked Things That Could Be Keeping You Fat
Ask almost anyone what it takes to lose a few pounds, and they’ll inevitably tell you, “Just exercise and eat right!” Then they’ll probably...
The Surprising Health Benefits of a Kneipp Walk
The Kneipp walk, a cornerstone of Sebastian Kneipp’s 19th-century holistic health philosophy, offers a range of surprising health benefits. It involves walking barefoot through...
Acute vs. Chronic Stress: The Fine Line Between Fuel and Foe
Stress isn’t always the enemy. In fact, acute stress—the classic “fight-or-flight” reaction—can sharpen your focus, boost performance, and help you navigate immediate challenges. When...
A Forest in Your Mind: How Visualizing Nature Eases Anxiety
Close your eyes and imagine a forest trail beneath a leafy canopy. Listen to birdsong and feel dappled sunlight on your skin. Amazingly, this...
Can’t Sleep? Check Your Thermostat
If you’re tossing and turning at night, the problem might not be stress, your mattress, or late-night screen time — it could be the...