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Key Takeaways Joy is a deep emotion that comes from feeling connected and having a sense of purpose.Happiness is a temporary feeling that happens because of outside events or achievements.Joy comes from inside us and lasts longer, while happiness is often caused by things that happen around us. Most of us including Merriam Webster consider joy and happiness synonymous. If you’re joyous, you’re happy, right? Wrong. Joy and happiness, while similar, are not the same. You can be happy but not joyous and vice versa. That’s because joy and happiness are positive emotions experienced differently. And both serve different purposes.…
Put your air fryer to use with these deliciously easy air fryer recipes! From air fryer chicken and salmon to all the vegetables you can imagine, these are the building blocks to create the best dinners in a snap. Not sure what to cook in your brand-new air fryer? Well, you’ve come to the right place. These healthy air fryer recipes are not only great for beginners, but they’re a good reminder that almost everything made in an air fryer is super easy. Here’s what you’ll find in this post: Perfectly cooked proteins. From the juiciest chicken breasts (that are…
Key Takeaways Checking in on your self-care habits can help with depression.Seek professional help if you’re in a depressive episode.Learn to recognize the signs of a depressive episode early. During the course of our lifetime, It’s normal to experience a temporary funk or periods of sadness. However, a chronically low mood marked with diminishing functioning over a significant amount of time may be pointing to depression. The DSM-5 classifies depression (or major depressive disorder) as a mood disorder that causes a persistently depressed mood characterized by feelings of sadness, hopelessness, emptiness, or loss of interest or pleasure. These changes are…
Ina Garten’s lemon capellini is her go-to New Year’s Eve dish.The pasta comes together in minutes with butter, lemon and caviar.It’s easy, elegant and perfect for entertaining without the stress. If you’re looking for an impressive dish to serve your guests on New Year’s Eve (that won’t leave you exhausted before the party even begins), you might want to take a literal page out of Ina Garten’s book. In fact, the Barefoot Contessa told TODAY show hosts that her Lemon Capellini with caviar is “the easiest thing to make” and her go-to for the special night. And when she said…
Nuts are the favorite snack of the celebrity dancers, track stars and chefs we interviewed.They’re a satisfying between-meal snack that is high in protein and fiber.Consuming nuts may help with weight management, reduce inflammation and ward off cancer. I have conducted and published 70 celebrity interviews this year, and I learn so much about each person I talk to, whether it’s an award-winning actor, renowned chef or a decorated Olympic athlete. Through these conversations, I tend to notice trends in lifestyle factors, focused nutrients and even simple eating habits like their favorite snacks. Even with different backgrounds, celebs like dancers…
When it comes to store-bought soup, condensed cream of chicken is more of an ingredient than a meal. It’s the foundation of any good casserole, and it can also be mixed with noodles for a hearty pasta bake. Whenever a recipe calls for condensed cream of chicken soup, you likely just grab whatever you can find quickly—or on sale—in the grocery store. But should you actually shop around for the best brand? Is the taste all that different? I put seven popular brands to the test to find the best can you should buy. And the results were striking. How…
Diabetes affects the body’s ability to move sugar out of the bloodstream and into cells. Eating too much sugar when you have diabetes increases blood sugar and may cause headaches, blurred vision and more. If you’re managing diabetes, be mindful of portion sizes of sugary foods and pair them with sources of fiber, protein and healthy fats. Diabetes and prediabetes are conditions that affect many Americans. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 38 million adults and children in the United States have diabetes, with millions more who meet the criteria but haven’t been formally diagnosed. When…
Key Takeaways Polysexuality means being attracted to more than one gender, but not all genders.Polysexuality is different from bisexuality and pansexuality because it may exclude some genders.When coming out as polysexual, you may need to explain the term to others. Polysexuality is the identity of someone who is attracted to multiple genders. Examples of polysexuality might be a person who is attracted to men and nonbinary people, someone who is attracted to women, men, and gender expansive people, or someone who is attracted to nonbinary and gender nonconforming people. At first glance, polysexuality might seem similar to pansexuality or bisexuality.…
Key Takeaways Long-term trauma can lead to dissociative disorders, which are a coping strategy.Dissociation is a disconnection in a person’s thoughts, feelings, or sense of identity.Dissociative disorders affect about 2% of the population and can cause memory loss and emotional detachment. There is a very strong link between trauma (especially childhood abuse and/or neglect) and dissociative disorders, and the relationship is important in both directions. It’s thought that long-term trauma is a root cause of dissociative disorders, with dissociation occurring as a coping strategy that allows people to distance themselves from a trauma that may otherwise be unbearable. When dissociation…
This shot is loaded with inflammation-fighting antioxidants.Pineapple and carrot deliver a burst of natural sweetness and vitamins.Enjoy it as a concentrated shot or dilute it with sparkling water for a hydrating drink. This vibrant Carrot-Pineapple Wellness Shot packs a punch of flavor and nutrients in every sip. Fresh pineapple adds natural sweetness, while carrot provides more flavor and a boost of color. Ginger and turmeric bring warmth balanced by a pinch of black pepper for extra kick. You can make a batch ahead and keep it chilled in the fridge for a morning reset or midafternoon pick-me-up during the week.…