Our research points to one key fact: Prolonged stress puts a stunningly toxic toll on the body, brain, mind, and soul. Its ongoing assault wears us down, for some much more than others. Learn more in this 2018 Special Report:
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Grammy-winning artist
#CamilaCabello
recently took to Instagram to speak up about her struggles maintaining a healthy body image. While most of us aren't getting photographed nearly as often as Cabello, her message remains relatable and important.
In her recent interview with Oprah, Meghan Markle opened up about the ways in which she was treated differently because she is biracial, including verbalized concern over how dark-skinned the couple's son would be.
Walnuts contain more antioxidants than all the other tree and ground nuts. Those antioxidants protect the heart and help the body fight the free radicals that cause cell damage and can lead to premature aging, metabolic disease, and cancer:
Broccoli is chock-full of vitamins, minerals, and fiber — an ideal source of high-quality carbohydrates. Because broccoli is a low-calorie and nutrient-dense, it is a must for controlling blood sugar and losing weight:
Dark chocolate has been shown to keep you calm and strengthen brain function. Antioxidants in the cocoa can also help improve blood flow, protect cells, and lower blood pressure:
Blueberries are one of the tiniest fruits, but don’t let their small size fool you. This blue fruit can help boost brain function, lower diabetes risk, and prevent some cancers. Learn more:
Almonds boast one of the highest fiber counts of all nuts which can help lower cholesterol and make you feel full. PLUS, evidence found that eating almonds in a weight loss diet helped people lose more weight and keep it off:
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Pistachios have just four calories each, and if you buy them in the shell, they’re especially diet-friendly. Plus, they are high in antioxidants and may help with inflammation:
Garlic is a immune system powerhouse. Garlic can boost the number of virus-fighting T-cells in your bloodstream, help mediate your body’s response to stress, and more:
Walnuts contain more antioxidants than all the other tree and ground nuts. Those antioxidants protect the heart and help the body fight the free radicals that cause cell damage and can lead to premature aging, metabolic disease, and cancer:
Beets are packed with potassium which can help blood pressure regulation and flush out excess sodium from the bloodstream. Plus, this veggie has anti-inflammatory benefits that reduce the risk for heart disease and cognitive decline:
Dark chocolate has been shown to keep you calm and strengthen brain function. Antioxidants in the cocoa can also help improve blood flow, protect cells, and lower blood pressure:
Papaya is packed with the antioxidant lycopene, which has anti-cancer properties. Plus, this tropical fruit can boost your immune system, lower blood sugar, and keep your vision strong:
Blueberries are one of the tiniest fruits, but don’t let their small size fool you. This blue fruit can help boost brain function, lower diabetes risk, and prevent some cancers. Learn more:
An unhealthy diet high in sugar and fat may be linked to poor mental health and increased anxiety. Eating these 8 foods can help you stay happy and slim:
Bananas are easy on the stomach and can be a go-to food if you’ve been hit with nausea. Plus, this yellow fruit is also starchy and binding, which may help to reduce diarrhea:
Grab a handful of pistachios and blueberries for a power-packed protein-and-carb snack. The blueberries are packed with anti-inflammatory properties, which may help recovery from exercise-induced muscle damage resulting in strength losses:
Blueberries are one of the tiniest fruits, but don’t let their small size fool you. This blue fruit can help boost brain function, lower diabetes risk, and prevent some cancers. Learn more:
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@MichaelPhelps
' favorite stress-fighting tactic is a breathing technique that he and his wife, Nicole Johnson, taught their son and everyone needs to try it! Hint: 🦁🌬
Probiotics are live microorganisms, mostly "good" bacteria, similar to the bacteria found in the human gut. They help aid digestion and reduce excessive gas.
These are the 5 best probiotics for your gut:
Yoga is one of the best ways to relieve tension and strengthen your muscles. Plus, it can improve blood circulation to help you have a youthful glow. Give these 7 moves that can help you look and feel younger:
Grapes are like the ultimate candy of fruit. Not only do they contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that may help fight disease, but grapes are also a source of vitamin K, which helps with blood clotting and maintaining healthy bones.
Walnuts contain more antioxidants than all the other tree and ground nuts. Those antioxidants protect the heart and help the body fight the free radicals that cause cell damage and can lead to premature aging, metabolic disease, and cancer:
Say NO to negativity!
“Try to say nothing negative about anybody for three days, for forty-five days, for three months. See what happens to your life.” -Yoko Ono
Cashews, along with their healthy fats protein, are a good source of iron and zinc, which helps support a healthy immune system and vision. Plus, one ounce provides 20 percent of your daily requirement of magnesium to help improve age-related memory loss:
When ESPN sports journalist
@sportsiren
was diagnosed with stage 3 desmoplastic
#melanoma
in 2015, she didn’t understand the seriousness of her diagnosis. 7 years later, she’s aware, going strong, and on a mission to educate and inspire.
An unhealthy diet high in sugar and fat may be linked to poor mental health and increased anxiety. Eating these 8 foods can help you stay happy and slim:
Bananas are easy on the stomach and can be a go-to food if you’ve been hit with nausea. Plus, this yellow fruit is also starchy and binding, which may help to reduce diarrhea:
Walnuts contain more antioxidants than all the other tree and ground nuts. Those antioxidants protect the heart and help the body fight the free radicals that cause cell damage and can lead to premature aging, metabolic disease, and cancer:
Say NO to negativity!
“Try to say nothing negative about anybody for three days, for forty-five days, for three months. See what happens to your life.” -Yoko Ono
Some researchers believe that tryptophan can help reduce anxiety because this amino acid helps your brain produce feel-good chemicals. Find it in foods like turkey, chicken, bananas, milk, oats, cheese, soy, nuts, peanut butter:
Cashews, along with their healthy fats protein, are a good source of iron and zinc, which helps support a healthy immune system and vision. Plus, one ounce provides 20 percent of your daily requirement of magnesium to help improve age-related memory loss:
Cashews, along with their healthy fats protein, are a good source of iron and zinc, which helps support a healthy immune system and vision. Plus, one ounce provides 20 percent of your daily requirement of magnesium to help improve age-related memory loss:
Grapes are like the ultimate candy of fruit. Not only do they contain resveratrol, an antioxidant that may help fight disease, but grapes are also a source of vitamin K, which helps with blood clotting and maintaining healthy bones.