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London and Edinburgh rank among best cities for wellness

4Sep

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London and Edinburgh rank among best cities for wellness

London and Edinburgh both make the top 10 when it comes to the best European cities for wellness. Using seven different ranking factors – ranging from quality of life to the number of parks, spas and wellness centres – online retailer Cult Beauty has rounded up the top 20 cities that put self-care first. Online searches have increased for “ways to improve wellbeing” by +29% and “moving overseas” by +24% in the past 12 months, according to Cult Beauty. Paris tops the list of best cities for wellbeing, coming in first for its pollution and healthcare index. The French capital also has the most spas and wellness centres – with 1,000 recorded to grace the city’s streets (think Maison Souquet Spa, Dior Spa and La Boutique Aime, to name just a few). Paris is also home to some of t...

MDs Reveal The Best Natural Remedies for ‘Down There’ Dryness

31Aug

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MDs Reveal The Best Natural Remedies for ‘Down There’ Dryness

Ouch! If you regularly muddle through your day with soreness, itching and/or irritation “down there,” you’re likely dealing with vaginal dryness. The discomfort can flare up from something as simple as that little nub on your jeans rubbing you the wrong way or using the bathroom and wiping with a bit too much gusto — and it’s frequently a cause of pain and discomfort during intimacy. And the issue only worsens with age. Fortunately, there are easy ways to restore moisture and block pain. We’ve rounded up the best natural remedies for vaginal dryness, and many can provide immediate relief. Keep reading at Woman's World

How Long Do Edibles Stay in Your System?

28Aug

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How Long Do Edibles Stay in Your System?

Wondering if that pot brownie you ate a few days ago will give you a positive result on a THC drug test? In this article, we explain how long edibles stay in your system. We’ll cover different types of edibles, the time their metabolites will stay in your blood, urine, and hair — and provide handy tips on what to do if you go overboard with your cookies or gummies. The time your body needs to flush THC depends on your metabolism, frequency of use, and the strength of your edibles. Here we break down the subject bit by bit. Below you’ll find the most important highlights when it comes to the time edibles stay in your system. Read more at CFAH

How diet became a dirty word and what science really says about losing weight

23Aug

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How diet became a dirty word and what science really says about losing weight

Here's a sobering statistic: more than 55 per cent of those who begin the year planning to lose weight have given up within six months. If that sounds like you, don't despair. Growing evidence suggests that it isn't just willpower that ruins weight loss plans. What if dieting doesn't work and the very act of radically reducing calories to drop kilos triggers a cascade of biological changes that all but guarantee the weight will return the moment you eat normally again? Obesity researcher Dr Nicholas Fuller, from the University of Sydney's Charles Perkins Centre for global health, says the changes to metabolism brought on by radical dieting can prompt the body to pull every trick it can muster to return to its starting weight. He has a hot tip for anyone with a goal to drop kilos: do not...

Ashton Kutcher’s Wellness Journey Led To A Major First At The South Pole

20Aug

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Ashton Kutcher’s Wellness Journey Led To A Major First At The South Pole

Ashton Kutcher was looking to regain "self-confidence" after suffering a blow to his health sometime in 2020. So, as anyone would do (or any celebrity, we should say), he set off on a wellness journey in the fullest sense of the word. The "That '70s Show" actor ended up in the South Pole. Yes, the literal southernmost point of the Earth — that South Pole. There, a man asked him if he would like to climb a mountain. It wasn't a reboot of his prank show "Punk'd," as Kutcher and the guide actually climbed a mountain, and the trip led to a series of firsts. On "The Late Late Show with James Corden," Kutcher sat down with the host to explain how, once at the top, he was told he was the first person to ever make the summit. Read more at The List

16Aug

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The Best Natural Remedies For Sleep

While everyone knows that you will feel fresher and more energetic after a good night's sleep, many people do not realise just how important good sleep hygiene truly is to your overall health. From poor cognitive functions to actual health conditions, not getting enough sleep can be detrimental in a variety of ways. Whether you have mild sleep trouble or chronic insomnia, you just will not be yourself if you don't get a good amount of sleep. Luckily, there are plenty of natural remedies you can use to help you sleep better and get at least seven hours each night. The question is, which natural sleep remedy should you use? Well, while sleeping pills may seem like an easy answer, a combination of natural sleep aids and behavioral therapy is the best way to achieving improved sleep hygi...

Psilocybin May Help Some Who Battle Anorexia

13Aug

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Psilocybin May Help Some Who Battle Anorexia

TUESDAY, Aug. 1, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- One dose of the hallucinogenic ingredient in "magic mushrooms" may help some people with anorexia move past their preoccupation with body image, an early study suggests. The study, of just 10 women with anorexia, tested the effects of a single dose of psilocybin plus psychological counseling sessions. Researchers found that the treatment appeared safe, with patients rating the experience as a positive one. And within three months, four of 10 women had a significant improvement in their eating disorder "pathology." That meant certain eating-disorder behaviors — including preoccupation with weight and body shape — improved to the degree that they were close to what's typical of people without an eating disorder. ...

A dietitian’s guide to the best foods for lowering your cholesterol levels

6Aug

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A dietitian’s guide to the best foods for lowering your cholesterol levels

More than 1.5 million Australians now have high blood cholesterol, so chances are you know someone whose blood results have returned with a little asterisk when their GP or cardiologist checked their cholesterol levels. In isolation, elevated cholesterol may not be cause for concern, but high cholesterol levels – in particular high LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol levels – are one of the risk factors for heart disease. And with heart disease still Australia’s No.1 cause of death, especially for older Australians, why would you not make some dietary changes to help lower your risk? What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy substance made by the liver and plays a key role in hormone production as well as the natural function of the body’s cells and nervous system. Read m...

Chew on this: Wellness gummies gain popularity among millennials

2Aug

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Chew on this: Wellness gummies gain popularity among millennials

It could be the year of the gummy. Cute, colourful and easy on the palate, the rise of nutraceutical players is because of a number of factors, especially a surge in interest for wellness products. An Accenture survey across 16 countries found that consumers are considering health and fitness an “essential”. About 80% said they intend to maintain or increase their spend on areas related to health. There have also been investments by MNCs in a bid to enter the space: Marico’s recent acquisitions of sizable stake in True Elements and Unilever’s investment in Oziva are cases in point. “It is growing at a CAGR of 21%,” says Ananya Agarwal, founder of Nyumi. “The pandemic has led to a demand for immune-boosting products, which has fuelled growth in this market,” says Saurabh Kapoor, co-fo...

Peppermint tea: A natural remedy for sore throat & constipation

30Jul

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Peppermint tea: A natural remedy for sore throat & constipation

Peppermint tea, a delightful and aromatic herbal infusion, has been cherished for centuries for its refreshing taste and numerous health benefits. With its natural soothing properties, this popular beverage has found a place in the hearts of tea enthusiasts and health-conscious individuals. In this article, we explore how this tea can be an effective remedy for two common health issues: sore throat and constipation. Power of peppermint tea Peppermint leaf tea is derived from the leaves of the peppermint plant (mentha piperita), which contains essential oils with potent medicinal properties. These essential oils primarily include menthol, menthone and limonene, responsible for the tea's distinctive taste and aroma. The presence of these compounds gives peppermint green tea its thera...