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If you didn’t take part in Dry January, Sober October is another opportunity to see what it feels like to stop drinking alcohol for a while. The movement is simply a chance to go booze-free for people who may not be seeking to avoid alcohol forever, but are interested in a break.
Experts say skipping the daily glass of wine can boost mental health, helping people feel calmer and less anxious. A recent study found that may be especially true for women.
Follow the link to find out more about the “sober-curious” trend and why women’s mental health in particular might improve when quitting alcohol. |
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| Even when we know people’s names, why do we go for days without using them? By using someone’s name, you help them feel seen and acknowledged — and that’s an act of kindness. According to kindness.org’s research in collaboration with the University of Oxford, doing a kind act increases happiness, well-being, trust and compassion. And it can have the same powerful effect on those who receive the act. Try it, and put a smile on both your faces. |
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Slow walkers beware: A sluggish pace can already signal “accelerated aging” in adults in their 40s, while those who naturally walk more briskly may have younger brains and bodies, a new study has found.
Doctors know a slow walk in elderly people can indicate poor health, but the new research indicates much younger slow walkers also show signs associated with physical and mental decline.
Gait speed is fascinating because it offers so many clues about a person’s health. It’s also a health marker anyone can easily measure. Follow the link to see how to measure your walking speed. |
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Mat Fraser, who has claimed the World’s Fittest Man title at the CrossFit Games for his fourth consecutive year, recently stopped by the TODAY plaza to discuss his lifestyle and share tips on staying fit all year round.
His favorite go-to exercise for overall conditioning involves a popular cardio machine you’ll find at your gym. He also loves toning his body with a simple move incorporating dumbbells and he likes to finish his workout with an exercise that will get you out of breath fast.
Follow the link to try all three of his favorite go-to exercises! |
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| Maria Shriver: Can we be friends with people of different experiences? |
| The NBC News special anchor penned an essay about bridging the divides between our political, religious and life experiences. |
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| See this bathroom vanity completed transformed after paint and a few accessories |
| It looks like a new bathroom! |
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| Hurry! 'Pioneer Woman' Instant Pots are up to 60% off right now |
| It's easy to use, easy to clean and pretty to look at! |
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