Wednesday, April 1

HEALTH

Aries Lucky Days – Best Time Of Month To Gamble
SELF-CARE

Aries Lucky Days – Best Time Of Month To Gamble

People born in the date range of March 21st through April 19th have the Astrology sun sign of Ares the Ram. As an Aries, you probably know your basic Horoscope, but did you know that there are particular days and hours of the Month which are especially lucky for you? Here are some times when you will be especially lucky. Lucky Moon Days If you were birthday falls in the range of March 21st through March 28th, you will be luckier during the days of the New Moon. If it falls in the range of March 29th through April 5th, you will be luckier during the days of the second quarter of the Moon. If your birthday falls in the range of April 6th through April 13th, you will be luckier during the days of the Full moon. Finally, if you were born in the range of April 14th through April 19th, you wil...
Aries Here Are Your Lucky Days
SELF-CARE, TOP FOUR

Aries Here Are Your Lucky Days

People born in the date range of March 21st through April 19th have the Astrology sun sign of Ares the Ram. As an Aries, you probably know your basic Horoscope, but did you know that there are particular days and hours of the Month which are especially lucky for you? Here are some times when you will be especially lucky. Lucky Moon Days If you were birthday falls in the range of March 21st through March 28th, you will be luckier during the days of the New Moon. If it falls in the range of March 29th through April 5th, you will be luckier during the days of the second quarter of the Moon. If your birthday falls in the range of April 6th through April 13th, you will be luckier during the days of the Full moon. Finally, if you were born in the range of April 14th through April 19th, you wil...
A Neurologist Explains Why Springing Forward Into Daylight Saving Time Is A Step Back For Health Is Worse Than The Fall Time Change
SLEEP, TOP FOUR, VIDEO REELS

A Neurologist Explains Why Springing Forward Into Daylight Saving Time Is A Step Back For Health Is Worse Than The Fall Time Change

Springing forward into daylight saving time is a step back for health – a neurologist explains the medical evidence, and why this shift is worse than the fall time change. As people in the U.S. prepare to set their clocks ahead one hour on Sunday, March 12, 2023, I find myself bracing for the annual ritual of media stories about the disruptions to daily routines caused by switching from standard time to daylight saving time. About one-third of Americans say they don’t look forward to these twice-yearly time changes. And nearly two-thirds would like to eliminate them completely, compared to 21% who aren’t sure and 16% who would like to keep moving their clocks back and forth. But the effects go beyond simple inconvenience. Researchers are discovering that “springing ahead” each March is...
A Girls Night Out
SELF-CARE, TOP FOUR

A Girls Night Out

Women around the country are constantly searching for something new and different to do for a great girls night out that doesn't involve a bar or a highly overrated movie. When you consider the fact that most women have different tastes in books and poetry, book readings or signings are often very hit or miss, physical activity takes some of the fun out of things, and dancing inevitably leaves an odd man (or in this case girl) out. Dinner is great but often over far too soon. How about an evening of painting, laughing, joking, and dishing with the girls at your local paint your own pottery shop? Seriously this option offers a little something new and different for you and the rest of the girls without putting too serious of a strain on your pocket book. Unless of course you get greedy ...
5 Simple Ways To Fight The Winter Blues
NUTRITION

5 Simple Ways To Fight The Winter Blues

(BPT) - Have you noticed that you feel a little low during the winter months? You're not alone. As daylight hours shorten and temperatures drop, many people experience lower energy and mood, often called the "winter blues." Luckily, there are easy steps you can take to lift your spirits, so you can continue to feel energetic no matter how cold and dark it is outside. Check out these five simple tips from Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner that can help keep the winter blues away this season. Move in ways that feel good Moving during the colder months is key to keeping yourself happy and healthy during the winter. You don't have to incorporate an intensive workout. Instead, focus on moving your body in a way that feels comfortable to you. Stretching, dancing, yo...
People Abused By Intimate Partners Have Worse Asthma – But Researchers Are Still Untangling The Reasons Behind This Surprising Link
HEALTH

People Abused By Intimate Partners Have Worse Asthma – But Researchers Are Still Untangling The Reasons Behind This Surprising Link

Asthma is a common, serious and difficult-to-manage chronic health condition. In the U.S., 1 in 7 people are diagnosed with asthma, and that number is rising. Over the years, researchers have identified a mix of individual and environmental factors that play a role in asthma. For instance, obesity and alcohol use increase a person’s risk for asthma. And more extreme weather is linked to worse asthma symptoms. In that mix of research, a new pattern has emerged pointing to links between asthma and abuse by a current or former romantic partner. As surprising as that might sound, these links are important because intimate partner abuse is common in the U.S. An estimated 47% of women and 44% of men are physically or sexually victimized or stalked by intimate partners at some point in their li...
Creative Ways Parents Can Boost Everyday Mental Wellness For Kids
MENTAL HEALTH, PARENTING

Creative Ways Parents Can Boost Everyday Mental Wellness For Kids

Creative Ways Parents Can Boost Everyday Mental Wellness For Kids For busy parents and caregivers juggling work, school demands, and household logistics, mental health in parenting can start to feel like one more item on an already-full list. The daily tension is real: children’s emotions show up loudly and unpredictably, while adults are expected to stay calm, consistent, and available. Yet everyday emotional support is one of the simplest ways parents supporting mental wellness can protect children’s emotional health and steady the whole home. Small, repeatable moments of connection can shape family wellbeing. Understanding Mental and Emotional Wellness at Home Mental and emotional wellness in parenting means noticing your own feelings, handling stress in healthy ways, and modelin...
Cookies, Chips, Frozen Meals And Fast Food And Other Ultra-Processed Foods May Contribute To Cognitive Decline
SELF-CARE, VIDEO REELS

Cookies, Chips, Frozen Meals And Fast Food And Other Ultra-Processed Foods May Contribute To Cognitive Decline

Ultra-processed foods – like cookies, chips, frozen meals and fast food – may contribute to cognitive decline. Scientists have known for years that unhealthy diets – particularly those that are high in fat and sugar – may cause detrimental changes to the brain and lead to cognitive impairment. Many factors that contribute to cognitive decline are out of a person’s control, such as genetics and socioeconomic factors. But ongoing research increasingly indicates that a poor diet is a risk factor for memory impairments during normal aging and increases the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. But when evaluating how some diets may erode brain health as we age, research on the effects of consuming minimally processed versus ultra-processed foods has been scant – that is, until now. Two r...
Simple Daily Habits To Boost Your Health From Head To Toe
HEALTH

Simple Daily Habits To Boost Your Health From Head To Toe

Busy parents juggling work, family, and basic self-care often want better health but feel stuck between conflicting advice and a schedule that can’t handle another overhaul. The core tension is simple: big goals don’t fit into real days, so beginners’ health improvement stalls before it starts. Daily health routines work best when they’re small enough to repeat and broad enough to support holistic well-being from mind to muscles to skin. With a few steady general health strategies, head-to-toe wellness becomes something that builds quietly in the background. Quick Summary: Daily Habits for Whole-Body Health Add flexibility exercises to keep joints mobile and support comfortable movement. Build restorative sleep habits to improve daily energy and overall recovery. Use st...
Boost Your Well-Being With Garden Therapy
MENTAL HEALTH

Boost Your Well-Being With Garden Therapy

(BPT) - Step into the world of gardening, a blossoming trend that's captivating people of all ages. If you've already spent time in the garden, you understand the excitement of seeing vibrant colors coming to life as your plants grow and bloom. Beyond enhancing your outdoor spaces, gardening also provides meaningful benefits for your health and well-being. Embrace the joys of summer gardening with Beacon® Impatiens and discover the powerful wellness benefits of spending time outdoors and connecting with nature. Get physical Take part in the physical nature of gardening — a hands-on activity that gets you moving, improves joint flexibility and enhances your range of motion. Your body will thank you as the activity boosts endorphin production — feel-good hormones that relieve stress, r...