Know What's Happening in Wellness
Know What's Happening in Wellness
Adolescent OCD spikes at puberty; ERP therapy is gold‑standard
A 15‑year‑old’s obsessive‑compulsive disorder worsened despite therapy, highlighting that OCD often intensifies during puberty. Experts say exposure response prevention (ERP) within cognitive‑behavioral therapy is the gold‑standard treatment for teens.
In this episode of Front Row Dads, host Jon Vroman sits with Scott Seymour—a former actor, nurse, conscious‑partnership coach, and "corner man" for the community—to explore how men can intentionally build deep friendships. Scott shares his philosophy that every person is a mirror, describing a practice of seeing judgments as reflections of one’s own unaccepted parts and using that insight to foster unconditional love and presence. He outlines practical listening tools (HAL: How Am I Listening? and WAIT: Why Am I Talking?) and emphasizes the power of consistent, agenda‑free attention to create trust. The conversation also highlights the Front Row Dads brotherhood’s mission to prioritize family, health, and business through authentic curiosity and communal drive.
How much would someone have to pay you to get off social media for a month? When psychologists ask college students this question, most of them want to receive a lot of money to live without social media for a month. Why?...
True wealth isn’t found in your bank account it’s waking up with your health intact and needing nothing from a prescription bottle. You can always make more money, but you can’t buy back your health. Protect it like your life...
Paul Harrison outlines five evidence‑backed meditation techniques—guided visualization, mantra repetition, mindfulness observation, Buddhist/Vipassana labeling, and moving practices such as yoga and Tai Chi—to alleviate acute and chronic stress. Each method includes step‑by‑step instructions that can be applied in minutes or integrated...
The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts has teamed with Privilege, a wellbeing concierge, to launch in‑room wellness services across its three Rome properties – The First Arte, The First Dolce and The First Musica. Guests can book massages, facials, personal training...
Founder Diaries Day 2 - About feeling less alone. Community. Something I feel very strongly about while building MYRESET — treatment alone is not enough. Especially for weight loss. It can be quite scary… injections, side effects, all the unknowns. Yes, doctor support matters. But honestly,...
Stabilizer muscles aren’t a separate set of fibers but a functional role muscles assume during movement, activating early to stiffen joints. Research shows that both free‑weight and machine exercises can recruit these muscles, provided the program includes varied motions such...
A growing body of research underscores the interdependence of nutrition and mental health, prompting providers to embed dietitians and counselors into holistic wellness programs. The article highlights how targeted dietary plans and evidence‑based counseling can improve mood, cognitive performance, and...
Breathworks is debuting its first meditation‑and‑Qigong residential retreat, scheduled for April 17‑20, 2026 at the Adhisthana Retreat Centre in Herefordshire, England. The three‑night program, led by Vidyamala Burch OBE and Emma Tian Williamson, blends mindfulness, breath work and beginner‑friendly Qigong...
Hara hachi bu, a traditional Japanese habit, advises stopping eating when about 80 % full. Studies of Okinawan and other long‑living populations show this modest portion control leads to lower daily calorie intake and reduced BMI. The practice aligns with mindful...
As a physician today, you are no longer just fighting Dr. Google. You are fighting an entire wellness culture that convinces patients a daily injection can outsmart chronic burnout and sleep deprivation. The modern patient encounter often begins with a specific...
Recent research is prompting a dramatic increase in recommended carbohydrate intake for distance runners, with some studies suggesting athletes consume up to five times more carbs than traditional guidelines. This “carbolution” has turned carb loading from an elite‑only ritual into...
Mayo Gaelic football star Pádraig O’Hora is preparing to summit Mount Everest in May 2024, after a series of extreme endurance challenges including a recent climb of Aconcagua. He frames the expedition as a mental‑health antidote, partnering with the Mayo...
Rick Allen, Def Leppard’s one‑armed drummer, attributes his calm demeanor and renewed stage energy to a decade‑long wellness journey that began with retreats at India’s Oneness University. The experience introduced him to “Mind Fit,” a meditation‑based ethos championed by monk...
Mark and Gaye Forbes opened Queensland's inaugural recovery village for eating‑disorder survivors on the Sunshine Coast, backed by $1.9 million in state funding. The eight‑unit community offers short‑term, supported living for up to 60 families each year, signaling a new model...
Structured personal development systems are gaining traction across Europe, with frameworks such as the GSR System by Dmitry Ustinov attracting attention in professional and educational settings. The shift reflects a broader demand for methodical, evidence‑based approaches that differentiate themselves from...
Olympic champion Emily Seebohm posted a TikTok pleading for help as her 2½‑year‑old son Sampson refuses to sleep, saying she’s on the brink of a mental breakdown. The video ignited a flood of advice and highlighted the hidden pressures elite...
At the Monastery of St. Augustine and Seraphim in central Greece, monks follow a six‑week, oil‑free, plant‑based Lenten fast that nutritionists cite as a practical template for contemporary diet motivation. The practice blends spiritual discipline with culinary creativity, prompting retailers...
Researchers at the University of Southern California reported that a month of guided mindfulness meditation via a mobile app accelerated visual processing and eye‑movement initiation in young, middle‑aged and older adults. The peer‑reviewed eNeuro paper highlights a measurable cognitive gain...
Sarah Regan’s mindbodygreen piece outlines 25 practical ways to reconnect with the body when the nervous system feels dysregulated. Experts Holly Richmond, Ph.D., and Babita Spinelli, L.P. differentiate up‑regulating tactics—like cold showers and brisk movement—to lift low energy, from down‑regulating...
The article argues that neurodivergent traits such as hyper‑focus, pattern recognition and lateral thinking are hidden competitive advantages rather than deficits. It cites examples from entertainment (Anthony Hopkins), technology consulting (Alix Generous) and scientific research to show how these traits...
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted expedited approval to Eli Lilly's oral GLP‑1 weight‑loss pill, Foundayo, priced between $149 and $349 per month. The decision pits Lilly against Novo Nordisk’s injectable and oral options and could reshape obesity...
The latest "Happiness Break" episode features poet‑author Yrsa Daley‑Ward leading a short meditation that frames uncertainty and silence as fertile ground for personal growth. The six‑step practice guides listeners through stillness, naming doubt, and ending with self‑compassion. By blending poetic...
Collagen and colostrum are two fast‑growing supplements that target different aspects of health. Collagen peptides deliver the amino acids needed for skin elasticity, joint comfort and lean‑mass support, backed by over a hundred clinical studies. Colostrum, derived from bovine milk,...
London’s Luna Omakase, tucked inside the Les Mochis cocktail bar, offers a 12‑seat, 12‑course tasting menu that blends traditional Japanese sushi with subtle Mexican influences. The experience, led by Executive Chef Leonard Tanyag and sommelier Greg Anyanwu, includes curated sake,...
Experts emphasize that recovery, not just training, drives fitness gains. Exercise scientist Rachelle Reed outlines a simple equation—training stress plus recovery equals adaptation—and highlights three foundational pillars: sufficient sleep, targeted post‑workout nutrition, and heat therapy. Adequate 7‑9 hours of deep...
A new commentary in the International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, led by Brazilian researcher Irineu Loturco, challenges the traditional one‑rep max (1RM) as the primary metric for strength training. The authors argue that 1RM testing is inaccurate, time‑consuming,...
A randomized pilot study in Kraków gave 72 preschoolers chewable tablets containing 20 mg of heat‑inactivated Lactobacillus salivarius HM‑6 Paradens for two weeks. Children receiving the postbiotic showed a marked drop in Streptococcus mutans and a rise in beneficial Lactobacillus spp.,...
British Standards Institution (BSI) has been commissioned to create a voluntary standard aimed at reducing sickness absence and boosting productivity, with a target launch by 2029. The standard follows the Keep Britain Working review’s recommendations and will be drafted for...
Tabletop crunches are a bodyweight variation that intensifies lower‑abdominal activation compared with traditional crunches. The exercise positions the legs in a 90‑degree tabletop, requiring the core to stabilize the hips while the shoulders lift. The move is equipment‑free, with simple...
Emotional flooding describes an outsized, fight‑or‑flight reaction to everyday stressors, a concept explained by psychologist Nicole LePera on the mindbodygreen podcast. The condition manifests as urgent, black‑and‑white thinking and a perceived loss of control, often rooted in childhood survival adaptations. LePera...
Falls among adults 65+ are a leading cause of injury‑related hospitalization, with the majority occurring at home. Robust research, including a Cochrane review of 159 trials, shows that targeted home modifications—especially in bathrooms and stairways—significantly reduce fall incidence. Interventions are...
In this episode of Masters of Scale, communication expert Matt Abrahams—Stanford Business School professor and host of the Think Fast, Talk Smart podcast—shares science‑backed strategies for speaking confidently and persuasively. He explains why public‑speaking anxiety is a universal, evolution‑rooted response...
Cesalina Gracie, a member of the legendary Gracie martial‑arts family, joins the Ready State Podcast to discuss how Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu principles helped her summit Everest and build unshakable self‑belief. She explains the psychological traps of self‑sabotage and how deliberate mind‑body...
Philips Avent has launched a campaign in India questioning the long‑standing practice of boiling baby bottles, promoting its steriliser as a more effective hygiene solution. The brand cites internal survey data showing up to twice the germ protection and fewer...
Dr. McFillin’s post draws on Solzhenitsyn’s 1974 essay “Live Not By Lies” to argue that the modern mental‑health industry thrives on collective deception. He identifies two core falsehoods: that psychiatric disorders are brain diseases and that DSM diagnoses are medical...
Stress Awareness Month, observed each April since 1992, highlights the causes and management of stress. This year’s #BeTheChange campaign urges employers to move from awareness to concrete preventative actions. HR leaders are warned that workplace stress now threatens productivity, driving...
The article outlines thirteen yogic meditation techniques, from beginner-friendly breath awareness and mantra work to advanced practices such as Kundalini, Tantra, and Samyama. Each method targets a specific aspect of the mind‑body system, offering pathways to concentration, emotional balance, and...
"Consistency = never falling off" That definition isn't only wrong but it also ruins more progress than it helps. Consistency is mostly a return skill. Here are some simple return rules: - if I miss a workout, I still do the next one -...
The author recounts a solo visit to the Melbourne Cricket Ground, highlighting the freedom and personal enjoyment found when attending a major sporting event alone. While social media often frames solitary outings as signs of loneliness, the piece illustrates how...
A consistent bedtime routine for infants, ideally begun when they are 4 to 6 months old, helps synchronize their developing circadian rhythm and improves sleep quality. Pediatrician Dr. Heidi Szugye recommends a 30‑45‑minute nightly sequence that includes a warm bath,...
Thorne, a leading supplement brand, launched Taia, a generative AI wellness chatbot, on its website. In its first six months, Taia processed over 200,000 messages, delivered more than 350,000 product and lifestyle recommendations, and generated an 8% higher average order...
7 rules to lose fat without fad diets or burnout: 1. Regulate stress first. A stressed body craves relief. That usually looks like food.
Interesting data from Epic medical records - suggests that for many patients in the "real world", they are able to keep the weight off after stopping GLP1s... https://t.co/dHfYdG6rEX #EpicResearch
Postbiotic supplements contain isolated bacterial metabolites such as short‑chain fatty acids, enzymes, and cell‑wall fragments, but they do not replicate the continuous production achieved by a healthy gut microbiome. Research shows these compounds can reinforce gut barrier integrity, lower inflammation,...
Clinicians: UCL and Drug Science invite you to contribute to a controlled exploration of MDMA’s psychological effects. Eligible participants will undergo two medically supervised sessions at UCL. This work aims to build a psychoanalytically grounded model of its therapeutic action....
Empire Life announced a new caregiver support program integrated into its extended health benefit plans at no extra cost to sponsors or members. The service links Canadian employees with specialized nurses, social workers and Teladoc resources, aiming to ease the...
The World Health Organization and the French G7 Presidency unveiled the 2026 World Health Day theme “Together for health. Stand with science,” anchoring an International One Health Summit and the inaugural Global Forum of WHO Collaborating Centres. The events convened...
Researchers have identified a strain of lactic‑acid bacteria common in kimchi that binds up to 87% of nanoplastics in lab tests. In mouse trials, the probiotic doubled the excretion of these particles, suggesting a dietary route to mitigate microplastic accumulation.
Easter brings a surge of chocolate consumption, but the sugar, caffeine and theobromine in these treats can disrupt sleep. Sugar spikes cause temporary energy boosts followed by rapid drops that undermine sleep continuity. Even modest caffeine levels in multiple chocolate...
