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.
Nicole Glennon used an AI chatbot to design an eight‑week Hyrox‑style training program. A week before the event, her human coach identified a risky weight‑lifting progression that could have caused a back injury, prompting a last‑minute overhaul. The incident underscores growing safety questions around automated fitness planning.
One of the healthiest habits to learn: Don't hide your love. Let your friends and family know how much you care about them.
SPRY Therapeutics (ARS Pharmaceuticals) received FDA approval on April 3 to remove age limits on its Neffy 1mg needle‑free epinephrine nasal spray, allowing use by anyone weighing 33 lb or more. The move opens the product to a broader pediatric and...
The product I’m helping build now is shaped by a very personal question: What would've helped me when I was lonely, stressed, and using food to get out of my own head? Not in theory. In real life. At 10:47pm. Alone. Overwhelmed. Already...
When people say "just relax and it will happen," it is one of the most dismissive things you can hear when you are struggling to conceive. But they are not wrong. The underlying biology is real. Cortisol suppresses GnRH, which lowers...
Recent case reports and a growing body of research show that chronic relational stress—especially from narcissistic or abusive parents—can trigger severe autoimmune disorders. Psychoneuroimmunology studies confirm that prolonged emotional threat suppresses natural killer cells, alters cytokine balance, and raises allostatic...
The article examines how perfectionists often mask fear with a sense of entitlement, believing their talent guarantees effortless success and external praise. It argues that this entitlement creates stagnation, as failures are blamed on others or perceived as personal flaws....
The article examines how simultaneous desire for and fear of intimacy fuels a hidden loneliness epidemic. It links attachment styles—avoidant, preoccupied, and disorganized—to patterns that increase psychological pain and suicide risk. The author distinguishes genuine solitude, which can be restorative,...
South Africa’s non‑communicable disease deaths surged 58% between 1997 and 2018, while only 19.8% of adults meet the WHO’s 150‑300 minute weekly activity target. Researchers at the University of the Witwatersrand found that brief, low‑intensity movements—such as using sit‑to‑stand desks or...
The article highlights how Black women often wear a psychological “double mask” to navigate stereotypes and survive oppressive systems. It argues that clinicians have an ethical duty to support clients in shedding these masks through therapy that uncovers authentic identity....
She notices everything. The shift in someone’s tone. The tension in a room. The sadness behind someone’s smile. She feels things most people don’t even see. For a long time she thought this meant something was wrong with her. Now she’s beginning to understand it might actually be...
A simple way to develop aerobic fitness: Lots of easy runs. 1 day/week = short and fast but under control. (i.e. 8x1min on/off, or 12x 30sec/1 off at 5k to 1mile effort) 1 day/wk = longer, controlled & uptempo (4x5min, 2x10min, or 6x3min...
A new Penn State study reveals that post‑9/11 female veterans experienced a sharper decline in overall well‑being than their male peers after COVID‑19. Analyzing responses from over 5,200 veterans before the pandemic and 3,100 after, researchers highlight widening gaps in...
Mainstream psychiatry still often frames addiction as a problem of pleasure-seeking. I think that misses something essential. Much of addiction, and much compulsive behavior more broadly, is less about pleasure than about rapid state change. The route may be alcohol, work,...
Since the pilot visa‑free corridor opened in September 2025, Russian travelers have flocked to Haitang District in Sanya, Hainan, turning the tropical coast into a winter wellness hotspot. The influx is reshaping the region’s tourism mix, blending traditional Chinese medicine...
Dr. Priya Porwal, a triple‑degree academic, lost two university positions after giving birth and turned the setbacks into a digital‑marketing venture. Her story underscores how maternity and job loss can catalyze entrepreneurship for women seeking flexibility and control.
Most doctors will tell you your vitamin D is fine if it is above 30. That is not enough for fertility. Vitamin D receptors are on your ovarian follicles, your uterine lining, and your placenta. Women with levels above 30 ng/mL...
Researchers led by Kaizhong Zheng and Liangjun Chen identified a resting‑state brain‑network signal that predicts whether patients with major depression will respond to antidepressants. Analyzing 4,271 scans, their machine‑learning model distinguished future responders with high accuracy, offering a potential biomarker...
When intuitive eating is promoted through body-based content (yes—dietitians are guilty of this too), it can send the wrong message... especially to people in larger bodies. Intuitive eating is a weight-neutral approach, meant to promote body diversity & challenge diet culture....
This is the recipe for the green juice that I have every morning. It brightens my skin, gives me natural energy, and is truly such a staple in my health and beauty routine. Recipe: - Celery - 1 full bunch -...
Neuroscience is reshaping architecture by linking built environments to brain health. Research shows enriched spaces stimulate neurogenesis, improve cognition, and can aid recovery from injury or dementia. Wearable sensors now let occupants measure stress responses across different settings, while policy...
The BEST 🚀 pre-workout fuel simple, effective, intentional. Two hours out: -Carbs -Protein -Fluid "But I don't have time" -person on their phone > 5 hours per say doom scrolling Nonsense. When I travel, I go straight to the grocery store for fruit and...
Runners, if you want to accelerate the metabolic transformation Alan explains then cross train Start with 1:1 ratio (in minutes) with your run volume. The cross training should be supplemental Zone 1 / Easy volume. This will help to rebalance your...
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Nessa Myers, a stay‑at‑home mom of two toddlers, realized she was neglecting her own needs after a counselor highlighted her schedule was filled with kids’ activities but void of personal time. Experts like Samantha Ettus and Kristy Rodriguez argue that...
When a woman comes back into right relationship with her body, she does not only heal herself. She changes the emotional climate of families, partnerships, communities, and culture.
Ever think one thing but your body is telling you something else? In #mindfulness #meditation training, we focus quite a bit on the body. The realization is this- the body has a lot to say, if we slow down long enough...
The long‑standing debate over cardio versus strength training for longevity has gained new scientific footing. A massive cohort study of 416,240 American adults showed that even modest moderate‑to‑vigorous activity—about an hour per week—significantly lowers mortality risk. While both aerobic exercise...
things Bessel van der Kolk made me rethink about overthinking Most people think overthinking starts in the mind. I do not think that anymore. Here is what changed for me
This isn't judgment... it's clarity. No one teaches parents that most "behavior problems" are actually biology problems. When you work with the body instead of fighting it, everything gets easier. Type KIDREST for my pediatric sleep masterclass. I'll teach you. 📌 Save/Repost...
Recent research shows walking as few as 7,000 steps a day can slash all‑cause mortality risk by up to 70%, while just five to ten minutes of running at six mph also lowers cardiovascular death risk. Running burns roughly double the...
Creatine monohydrate, long‑established for muscle growth, is gaining scientific backing as a brain‑fueling supplement. Recent studies show that higher daily doses—10 to 25 grams—can raise brain creatine levels and mitigate cognitive deficits caused by sleep loss and stress. Trials published...
Ladies, if you’ve been struggling to see your weight go down on the scale, weigh yourself on Day 2 of your period and watch the scale do down a couple lbs. I mean, it’s probably going to go back up...
Optimism isn't something you're born with. It's trainable. This exercise shows you how: The Best Possible Self exercise takes 10 minutes. Used by psychologists worldwide. Proven in 29+ studies with nearly 3,000 participants. Here's how it works: 1️⃣ 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 1: Set a timer for...
The Moreton Men Sports Group in Bury St Edmunds has swelled from 15 to over 200 members and now receives informal referrals from the Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By adding yoga and other low‑threshold activities, the group is...
On Good Friday, Berlin’s ecumenical procession carried an 80‑kilogram green cross through the city center, framing mental‑health suffering as a spiritual concern. Led by leaders from the Protestant, Catholic and Greek‑Orthodox churches, the event underscored the churches’ push to address...
On March 23, 2026, Lauren Otto, her sister Kristen, and husband Marc Wisniewski reached the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro on Otto’s 40th birthday. The climb, guided by Ultimate Kilimanjaro’s August Matumaini, underscores a growing appetite for high‑altitude expeditions among U.S. adventurers.
Arianna Huffington argues that brain health is poised to become the next major frontier in healthcare, driven by the fact that over 3 billion people worldwide live with a neurological condition. She stresses that daily habits, not just drugs, will shape...
Mental‑health experts warn that escalating doomscrolling and materialism are driving anxiety and mental fatigue. They recommend stepping back with conscious breathing, pranayama, and time in nature to restore balance, a shift gaining traction as digital overload intensifies.
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) unveiled updated strength‑training recommendations, emphasizing regular, sustainable resistance work over complex routines. Based on a review of 137 systematic studies involving more than 30,000 participants, the guidance argues that consistency and effort drive...
One of my favorite tricks I learned from my HS coach. In TX in the fall, on the 1st day when cool weather finally hits, do a longer hard tempo run. Why? You finally feel good on a run & instantly run...
Protein kills hunger. Veggies crowd out the junk. Water fixes what you thought was hunger in the first place. Sleep controls the hormones that make you overeat. Walking manages the stress that sends you straight to the pantry. Strength training...
Helmet frontman Page Hamilton told Australian media he will embark on his first completely sober Australian tour, kicking off on April 16 in Newcastle. After years of heavy drinking—up to 15‑20 beers a day—he entered a recovery program two and...
My real workflow: 1. Move through anger 2. Release shame 3. Feel fear 4. Grieve 5. Act
Exercise during 14 days of head down tilt bedrest attenuates motor unit impairments in older humans https://t.co/LOCU5ppBxh @ExpPhysiol https://t.co/0sdUCLOqP7
This year 5 tech companies have introduced AI chatbots to consumers for health support @AnthropicAI @perplexity_ai @OpenAI @Microsoft @amazon @nicnguyen, a @WSJ journalist, tried some out. gift link https://t.co/vwO261Q6qB https://t.co/VFPyvc1P9O
When we can choose to find the beauty in each moment and the joy in the day, we find ourselves in a good mood. We have control over how we respond to challenging situations, not usually the situations themselves. #SaturdayMood...
Bathing with the lights down can help you relax before bed, but what other tricks can you use to nod off faster and sleep more soundly? https://t.co/RivbVccHuG
Healthy eating becomes easier when meals are both nourishing and enjoyable 😋 #healthyhabits #healthyeating #nourishyourbody #savorful https://t.co/SzQin91tUa
Leveraging Precision Medicine Analytics to Optimize Inflammation Reduction and Enhance Physical Function in Older Adults https://t.co/BSSN0SwK8a https://t.co/yRxbhtHG5r
Supersets are an awesome way to improve your training effect and make your time in the gym more efficient. Here are some of my favorite exercise pairings: https://t.co/9ECFltCPZ6
