In the mid-2010s, when gonzo biohacking was first picking up steam, a team of California scientists put a form of chlorophyll into a man’s eyes. The idea was to give him “night vision,” and their experiment sort of worked. For a brief period of time, the man could reportedly see […]
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Have niggling neck and body pain? These 8 easy desk exercises will help
A desk job may sound less strenuous, as it doesn’t demand much physical movement. Lying down in a chair, while working, may help you preserve some energy, but prolonged sitting aggravates your health and makes you prone to obesity, heart diseases, diabetes and even cancer. […]
Top Ways To Rejuvenate Your Body And Improve Your Well-being
Are you feeling run down and exhausted? Do you find yourself struggling to get through the day without a nap? If so, you may need to rejuvenate your body. There are many ways to do this, and this blog post will discuss some of the best methods. It will also […]
Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues in Boys and Men
While doing research for my book “Being You: The Body Image Book for Boys,” I spoke with many boys and young men about their body image, physical activity and eating behaviors. These conversations were notably different than the conversations I’ve had with girls and women across my career. (Getty Images) […]
Male body shaming: This less-talked about social issue can affect mental health well-being
From being short in height to owning a too skinny body type, having a pot belly, to being hyper-conscious about their private parts. Yes, we are talking about the ‘less-talked about’ social issue of male body shaming. Dr Joseph Thomas, Medical Director of Medlounges, a body positive enthusiast thinks it’s […]
How these men are overcoming social media-fuelled body image, mental health challenges
Every time Abdullah Barez opens his Instagram and scrolls through his feed, he feels a sense of anxiety to improve his already-clean diet, or to go harder in the gym. Whatever he’s doing is just not enough. “There’s this unrealistic expectation of having this six-pack, washboard abs and whatnot. Even […]
Koa Smith Surfs With Mind, Body, and Spirit
Koa Smith, is a warrior of the waves. Having surfed competitively as a junior, the Kauaian went on to win three National Scholastic Surfing Association championships before pursuing a career as a professional “freesurfer” and is now paid to travel the world, demonstrating his skills in some of the world’s […]
5 Quick fitness tips for getting your summer body ready
Image Source : FREEPIK Fitness tips for a summer body Summer 2022 is rapidly approaching. The season is an opportunity to cast off the shackles of a long period spent indoors during the Covid-19 pandemic and get outside and enjoy the beautiful outdoors while soaking up the summer sun. The […]
8 People Share Their Best Tips for Navigating the Fitness World in a Larger Body
The fitness world can feel intimidating for anyone. But as folks in larger bodies know all too well, it can often be exclusive, unwelcoming, or even unsafe. Diet culture is largely to blame, Nancy Ellis-Ordway, Ph.D., LCSW, a Jefferson City, Missouri, psychotherapist specializing in eating disorders and weight stigma, and […]
COVID-19 can wreak havoc on your body. So will it cause health issues decades down the road?
The illness once dubbed a “pneumonia of unknown cause” in the early days of 2020 has revealed itself to be something far more strange. Two years into this pandemic, we now know COVID-19 can lead to a dizzying array of symptoms — from heart inflammation to brain fog to the […]
Home Remedies and Nutrition for Body Pain and Tiredness
Aches, pain, and fatigue are common complaints practically everyone has on occasion. While over-the-counter medications can provide temporary relief, overuse of pain relievers can cause unwanted side effects, such as stomach upset. Natural remedies are an option that may help you feel better with fewer side effects. In this article, […]
Growing body of research points to reproductive health problems for female firefighters
When Sophia Huston started working as a hotshot — a specialized wildland firefighter with advanced technical training — she was 19 and didn’t know what she was getting herself into. She was physically fit and worked out regularly, but she wasn’t ready for preseason training, when the U.S. Forest Service, […]