How to test for sleep apnea: At home or in a lab
Snoring may seem like just a nuisance, but sometimes it can signal a more serious condition called sleep apnea in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during the night. In simple snoring, the airway remains at least partly open. But in obstructive sleep apnea, the soft tissue of the palate or pharynx completely closes off […]
How to fill out a “flat” behind
Men often worry about their expanding frontside in the form of a growing belly. But they shouldn’t ignore a deflating backside, commonly known as “flat butt.” A flat butt is a sign of weak gluteal muscles and tight hip flexors. “This often happens from too much sitting,” says physical therapist Matt Murray with Harvard-affiliated Spaulding […]
6 signs of Vitamin B12 deficiency and how to address it in one month
Vitamin B12 deficiency also affects cognitive function. This may lead to memory lapses, difficulty concentrating, or brain fog. You may also experience a hard time remembering things or getting confused easily. In severe cases, it may mimic dementia-like symptoms, particularly in older adults, as B12 supports brain health and cognitive function. Source link
How to avoid catastrophic thinking
Americans report being overwhelmed with worry. Is my Social Security income secure? Might I lose my home? Is my neighborhood safe? Will the cost of living ever go down? Experts refer to this doomsday thought pattern as catastrophic thinking, and it’s a common cause of chronic anxiety. “People trapped in catastrophic thought patterns […]
6 types of back pain and how to know if they are linked with the liver, kidneys, or lungs
Liver disease may, in some cases, be related to upper right back pain, particularly below or near the right shoulder blade. The liver is located in the upper right part of the abdomen, and pain that radiates to the back could be due to inflammation or enlargement caused by hepatitis, liver abscesses, fatty liver disease, […]
Dragon fruit: How to enjoy this antioxidant-rich fruit
Beloved by smoothie shops and influencers alike, pitaya — a.k.a. dragon fruit — is increasingly popular. And there’s no denying this dramatic-looking fruit has an alluring Game-of-Thrones-esque name and appearance. But is it also the nutritional powerhouse some are claiming? What is dragon fruit? A cactus plant native to Central and South America, dragon fruit […]
How to recover from burnout in six steps
Steps towards burnout recovery So how do we recover from burnout? Maslach says: “I use an analogy of a canary in a coal mine. The canary has a tough time surviving because of the toxic fumes. It’s not about fixing the canary to make it more resilient. There are coping strategies to help you rest, […]