It's no secret that an anxious mind needs a place to focus. So, instead of having it focused on what's out of your control, using your creativity can offer a healthy outlet for ruminating thoughts through properties of mindfulness. These are the creative activities that could ease your anxiety.
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We all know we're supposed to be drinking a lot of water--conventional wisdom says that we should be pouring ourselves eight glasses per day, but if you exercise, live in a humid climate, or are following certain types of diet, you're going to need to guzzle considerably more.
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Getting used to wearing face masks all of the time has brought on a ton of annoyances, including ear irritation. While everyone needs to wear a mask to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus, people don't have to suffer. Here are some tips to keeping skin irritation at bay.
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Disorders that plague many people over the age of 65, dementia and Alzheimer's change the lives of millions of Americans each year. A study in 2011 revealed that the addition of alcohol could help prevent getting these disorders. However, overconsumption has its own consequences.
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Our bodies have some strong opinions when it comes to what we indulge in. And some of these opinions can wreak havoc on our days. Examples include the hangover we suffer after one to many drinks, the belly aches we endure after eating too much, and when we have if we eat something we're allergic to.
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We're getting closer to widespread vaccine distribution and the end of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Rebel Wilson has opened up about another intensely personal aspect of her life - her fertility. The 40-year-old talked about her choice to freeze her eggs.
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No doubt a polarizing flavor, ginger can either make or break your smoothies, juices, and dishes. A staple in Ayurvedic cooking, as well as many health-food favorites, ginger packs a ton of health benefits and, for some, an excellent flavor addition. This is why you should be eating ginger.
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Even if the holidays look different this time around, many of us are still feeling the strain of an intense year — and coming upon one of the most notoriously stressful seasons. When you're feeling overwhelmed and overworked, this simple trick is a surprising way to keep calm this holiday season.
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You may remember the leg lifts your mother used to do in the '80s and '90s, thinking that's what pilates is all about. And, while leg lifts can certainly come as part of the flow, pilates actually includes functional movements that feel good and refrain from taxing your system too heavily.
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Some companies claim that the switch from regular potato chips to sweet potato chips is actually healthier. But is there really a difference?
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Vicks VapoRub has been a staple in many households for over a century. First made for a pharmacist's son in North Carolina at the turn of the 20th Century, this salve has proven benefits, and some that stem from anecdotal evidence. But does Vicks VapoRub really help with congestion?
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After news that you may be able to get a COVID-19 vaccine at your supermarket or pharmacy, the Department of Defense has released further details about what the vaccination process will entail. To be included in every vaccination kit and given out to every vaccinated person are paper cards.
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In 2020, we want to sanitize everything. Many of us wish we could bathe in sanitizer to help eliminate the germs that feel like they are invisibly lurking everywhere. UV light has been dubbed a noninvasive way to sanitize items, especially those that cannot get wet. But does it actually work?
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There's no cutting stress out of your life completely. Throw in an acne breakout that seems to come out of nowhere, and it may feel like your taxing day couldn't end any sooner. Getting stress acne is completely normal, but as frustrating as it can be, here's how to stop stress acne in its tracks.
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For all the excuses we can find for drinking wine, perhaps the oddest justification we've heard is the drink's ability to prevent sunburn. A preposterous fantasy? Actually, no. There is some truth to this tale.
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Our body's temperature is a good indicator of if we are healthy or not. It's perhaps more commonly known what it means when we have a high temperature, or a fever, but here's what it really means when you have a low temperature.
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One pregnancy symptom that, while fairly common, is also fairly terrifying: cramps. Natasha Spencer, MD, an OB-GYN with Orlando Health Physician Associates, says that in most cases, there's nothing to worry about. Here's how to deal with painful pregnancy cramps.
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Presidents George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and Barack Obama have indicated they would be willing to take Food and Drug Administration-approved, Dr. Anthony Fauci-endorsed COVID-19 vaccines on camera, to promote confidence in its safety and effectiveness.
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As the holidays draw near, many people's mental health may start to get frayed, making it easier to fall victim to intense anxiety. When gone unchecked, anxiety may spiral into panic attacks — experiences of mental and physical tension. This is what it really means when you have a panic attack.
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A good deal of knee injuries are caused by strains experienced while exercising, due to overuse or improper training. But if you think of knee injuries as something mainly runners endure, you'd be wrong. These are the exercises that could be secretly harming your knees.
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If you've ever been around someone in the throes of a panic attack, you may not have any idea what to do. The List spoke with Meghan Marcum, Psy.D., the chief psychologist at A Mission for Michael, and she detailed what you need to know if you see someone having a panic attack.
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If you have shaky hands, it can make daily tasks more difficult, leading to frustration and sometimes embarrassment. What does it mean when your hand shakes?
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As reported by The New York Times, kids have not gotten clearance to be vaccinated. According to Today, Pfizer, only one of the pharmaceutical companies that have a vaccine at the ready, have tested their vaccine on children as young as 12. It's worth noting their trials have included 100 kids.
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Organic linens can have health benefits, such as avoiding chemicals and helping with sensitive skin.
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For all the beautiful, exciting things that come along with being pregnant, there's also the back pain. The List spoke to board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon and founder of The Spine Pro, Dr. Hooman Melamed, and here are his tips for managing back pain during pregnancy.
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It's a pretty well-known fact that one of the best things to do to either pull yourself out of a funk or to prevent depression and anxiety from taking hold in the first place, is to get involved in a hobby. In recent times, people have turned to baking, gardening, and even stamp collecting.
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