If you’re not wired to wake up with the sun—but you dream of doing just that—we’ve got some advice. If the early bird catches the worm, what does the night owl get? Pressure to wake up sooner and a big old guilt trip for hitting snooze, says Fiona Barwick, PhD, clinical assistant professor at the[…]
In the past, coffee was generally regarded as being detrimental to heart health. Coffee was said to increase blood pressure, increase cholesterol levels, and increase the risk of heart attack and cardiac arrhythmias. However, more recent and more careful studies have suggested that coffee probably does not increase the risk of heart disease; and in some cases may[…]
Breathe easier by following these good habits You know that exercise and a good diet can keep your heart healthy. But what else can you do to keep your ticker going strong? Here, Marc Gillinov, MD, Chair of Cleveland Clinic’s Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, recommends five key things you need to do every day[…]
Find Figs to Cut Fat and Sugar They’re more than the stuff of the Newton and that figgy pudding demanded for in the Christmas carol. The fig packs more fiber and more minerals than any other domesticated fruit, including calcium, iron, and potassium. Soak 8 ounces of fresh figs in water to soften. Puree with[…]
It’s simpler than you might imagine learning how to cut sugar from your diet. But that doesn’t mean it’s easy. If you are addicted to sugar, your sugar habit might put up a fight. So, how do you start? There are three simple ways to eat less sugar, but you should really start by cleaning out your[…]
8 Tips From a Therapist Maybe you’re overthinking this. Does that sound familiar? All of us can overthink at times, and some of us (myself included) are more prone to it than others. Overthinking can take many forms: endlessly deliberating when making a decision (and then questioning the decision), attempting to read[…]
Happiness not only makes life more pleasant, but can lead to better health, well-being, and longevity. To make the most of life and get started, give the smiling skills outlined below a try for one week. Consider it a one-week smiling experiment. If you commit to following these simple steps for smiling more, you will already[…]
Are you spending too much time on your smartphone? Do you check it too often? We share practical tips to help you cut back. Do You Need to Cut Back? A number of apps can tell you how much time you spend on your phone and how long you’re in each app. Even if[…]
When you consider everything this awe-inspiring organ does for you, it’s mind-blowing. But caring for it isn’t always top of, well, you know. To keep your brain sharp and nimble, learn how to challenge it, what to feed it, and when to let it wander. We track our heart rate, exercise our muscles, and protect our[…]
Overcome these common barriers to lighten up your heart and mind. Happiness is our holy grail and our measure of a life well lived—not to mention the topic of countless books, TED Talks, and apps. But what exactly are we searching for? Scientists devoted to answering that question define happy people as those who have a[…]