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What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Artificial Sweeteners
If you were anywhere near a screen in 2023, chances are high that you came across sensational headlines about how your daily Diet Coke habit might be killing you. On the heels of a study in Nature Medicine that suggested a link between one particular artificial sweetener, erythritol, and heart disease, countless stories swirled around social media and on the news about sugar alternatives.
Kaly JohnesPublished 11 days ago in LongevityWhen Pain Weighs Down the Weary Soul: Unraveling the Ties Between Pain and Fatigue
“The night is darkest just before the dawn.” Evelyn’s grandmother used to murmur those words, her voice a soothing lullaby in the quiet of their small apartment. Evelyn would lie awake, staring at the ceiling, wondering if dawn would ever break for her. Pain had become her nocturnal companion, a relentless specter that haunted her every move.
health_kkkkeepPublished 11 days ago in LongevityCultivating Inner Peace: A Guide to Spiritual Wellness
Cultivating Inner Peace: A Guide to Spiritual Wellness Many people turn to spirituality as a deep well during challenging times in their lives. It strengthens inner serenity and gives us a feeling of unity with something bigger than ourselves. For each person, the concept of spirituality has a different meaning. As diverse as the people who practice them are the various spiritual beliefs and customs. The variety of impacts they can have on our mental health is one thing they all have in common. Our mental health is impacted by spirituality in many different ways. Your beliefs or sense of meaning and purpose are what make you spiritual. It is the source of your life's sense of significance or worth. Spirituality is not the same as religion, despite what many people may believe. However, they are connected. It is possible to be spiritual without adhering to a particular religion. People who identify as religious may adhere to a particular faith and may be associated with particular groups or customs.
Hridya SharmaPublished 11 days ago in LongevityThe Whispered Complaints of My Vanishing Locks
Dear Reader, Let me take you on a journey—a winding path through the tangled thickets of my life. It’s a tale of vulnerability, of silent struggles, and of a battle fought not with swords or shields, but with the delicate strands that once adorned my head. Yes, I speak of hair—the silent witness to our joys, sorrows, and quiet victories.
health_kkkkeepPublished 12 days ago in LongevityIn the Warm Glow of Wellness: Red Light Therapy and the Radiance of Healing
Chapter 1: The Curious Glow Once upon a time, in the hushed chambers of health and wellness, a curious glow began to emerge. It wasn’t the fiery blaze of a dragon’s breath or the neon buzz of a city street; it was something softer, more soothing. It was the warm, crimson embrace of red light therapy.
health_kkkkeepPublished 12 days ago in LongevityResilience Illuminated: Navigating Pain and the Healing Glow of Red Light Therapy
Dear reader, Life, my friends, is a tempestuous voyage. A wild ride through stormy seas, where the waves of adversity crash upon our fragile vessels. We sail through pain, sometimes buffeted by gales of heartache, other times navigating treacherous currents of loss. But here’s the secret: we’re all sailors, each with our own battered ship, and we’ve weathered storms that would make Poseidon himself raise an eyebrow.
health_kkkkeepPublished 13 days ago in LongevityThe Healing Glow: My Red Light Therapy Journey
Chapter 1: The Uninvited Guest “Pain is like that annoying neighbor who shows up unannounced, clutching a casserole dish you didn’t ask for.”
health_kkkkeepPublished 13 days ago in LongevityBreaking Free: A Journey Beyond Pain
“I want to be free of this pain.” The words echoed in her mind like a haunting refrain, a desperate plea to the universe. Pain, that relentless companion, had woven itself into the fabric of her existence. It clung to her like a shadow, gnawing at her spirit, leaving her weary and worn. She longed for release, for a reprieve from the ceaseless ache that held her captive.
health_kkkkeepPublished 13 days ago in Longevity4 Easy Methods to Cut Down on Excessive Alcohol Intake
Alcohol penetrates our social fabric, making quitting seem like an impossible task. Anyone who has tried knows that alcoholic beverages can find their way into even the most unexpected occasions, whether it's a post-game beer or a round of padel. However, many of us have recognized the need to reexamine our societal conventions. Along with the increase in alcohol-free beverage alternatives, alcohol-free bars like Board in Dublin are appearing - yes, even in Dublin.
Stay Cool on the Trail: Gear Guide for Running in 40+ Degree Weather
Running a trail under the intense sun, where the temperatures hit almost 40 degrees, is a challenge even to the most experienced runner. The energy levels can easily be sapped by the heat leaving regardless of high endurance levels hence the need to prepare well enough before tackling the heat. Hydrating, eating right, and dressing strategically are critical aspects of overcoming the heat challenge for a successful and fun trail run. Proper preparation before hitting the trails in the heat is necessary. I have to prepare my body for the extreme heat I will encounter by ensuring I eat the best foods in the morning. The runners’ favorites should also be included in the meals – pizza and pasta. The carbs in the meal ensure I have enough energy throughout the long hot distance to run. Fats and proteins are provided by the well-balanced diet of pizza whereas in the case of pasta; complex carbs will sustain me through the exercise. The two meals are easy to digest and will not cause stomach upsets making them the best for morning meals.
Calorie MonroyPublished 14 days ago in LongevityThe Whisper of Vanishing Strands: My Journey with Valacyclovir and the Cosmic Halo
Chapter 1: The Uninvited Guest It began innocently enough – a tiny pill nestled in my palm, its promise veiled in clinical jargon. Valacyclovir. A name that rolled off the tongue like a secret incantation. The doctor assured me it would tame the fiery dragon of herpes, but no one warned me about its clandestine side effect: hair loss.
health_kkkkeepPublished 14 days ago in LongevityThe Whispering Willow: A Tale of Lost Letters and Moonlit Promises
Chapter 1: The Envelope Under the Willow The old willow tree stood sentinel at the edge of our backyard. Its gnarled branches reached out like ancient arms, cradling secrets whispered by the wind. I called it the “Whispering Willow,” and it became my confidante during those long, hazy summers.
health_kkkkeepPublished 14 days ago in Longevity