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  Photo by RF._.studio from  Pexels Are you getting the most out of your workouts? Or do you want to get more out of your daily rise-and-grind and blast your muscles effectively? There are a lot of different tactics — both mental and physical — for increasing the gains from your workout. Get out of your head and into your body! Presented courtesy of Glamour Moments , here are some ways to make sure you’re getting everything you need out of your workout routine. Find your motivation.   One of the best ways to get the most out of every workout is by putting yourself in the right headspace. Physical wellbeing is important, yes — but mental strength is just as critical, if not even more so. You can give yourself pep talks beforehand or envision what your workout is going to be like that day.   Finding your motivation is key. If you’re having a hard time getting started, it could be that you’re bored with your normal routine . Change things up — do more or less cardio, o...

On our 50th day of self-quarantine and stay at home order in United States. I'm currently working from home and went outside 3x since March 15 when stay at home order was implemented. I've created a short video clip on my daily life and stuff that I did during those days. Nothing much to detail, more on eating! Just to remind everyone to continue practice social distancing, wash your hands, sanitize and call your health provider if you're not feeling well (don't go outside). I went to my doctor appointment on April and there were very strict when I called to schedule my visit. They asked first how are you feeling and some questions related to symptoms of Covid-19. They also asked if someone in the family is sick or if you have been exposed to someone who has been tested positive. When I entered the front entrance of the clinic, there were nurses standing by. I registered my name and they took my temperature. Upon entering the counter to check in, it took me like few...

If the idea of self-care seems like little more than a dream, you are not alone. Millions of us struggle to take care of our own needs while spending time and money managing those of others. However, it is time to stop and, more importantly, to shift the focus to ourselves. You do not have to drain your bank account to engage in a bit of self-care. It starts with doing something just for yourself each day and then building on positive habits. Image via  Pexels Time is valuable Your most valuable asset is time. Make a point of using it wisely. If you have vacation time at work, for example, use it before you lose it. This does not mean that you have to roam around the country or bask on the beach for weeks. You can put your time to good use by sticking close to home. What’s important is that you break your routine to give your mind time to rest and reset. Chicago is the third-largest city in the US and, as such, has more than enough activities and events to hold your in...

Adopting a plant-based diet is beneficial in many ways, both to you and the environment , but it can be difficult to know how to get started. Eating fresh fruits and veggies every day can be expensive if you aren’t used to shopping for those specific items, and meal planning can be challenging, especially if you have picky eaters in the house. In most cases, however, the pros far outweigh the cons, and there are some easy ways to make lifestyle changes that won’t break your budget. Photo by  JillWellington One of the keys to adapting to a plant-based diet is to be prepared. Arm yourself with plenty of meal ideas and keep an open mind; don’t be afraid to branch out and try new things or different cooking methods. Utilize online resources that can help you find out more about the foods you’re eating, and how to uncover deals and coupons. Here are a few tips to help you get started. Consider the details While there are a ton of fruits and vegetables to choose from, you m...

The main push in today’s climate is for people to be faster, more responsive, and efficient. Employees are working longer hours in order to achieve their department goals at work, though recent studies suggest that people actually become less efficient after a certain number of work hours. So, in a world that is zipping by, how do you make time for self-care? Here we’ll touch on some basic areas you may be overlooking that could vastly benefit your mental health. Managing Your Sleep Our sleep needs change as we age, so it is important to ensure that you are getting enough rest. According to Tuck, adults ages 18 and over need seven to eight hours of sleep per night. The benefits of sleep are well documented and include improvement in memory, increased productivity, better heart health, and a stronger immune system. In fact, studies have found that a lack of sleep can age your brain, make you more forgetful and increase your risk of dementia by as much as 33 percent! Ma...

Image via  Pexels According to data from the 2013–2014 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), more than  one in three adults are considered obese. Traditionally, a person who is obese has a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher . However, BMI is not always an accurate indicator. For instance, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has a BMI of 34.3, but considering the bulk of his weight is muscle mass, we wouldn’t label him obese by any means. A better way to determine if a person is obese is by measuring their body fat percentage, which is a bit more technical than a simple math equation. So for the general population, it’s easier to determine obesity using BMI. There are various health risks associated with obesity: Heart disease Stroke High blood pressure Cancer Diabetes Osteoarthritis Gallbladder disease and gallstones Gout Respiratory issues including asthma Sleep apnea The best way to prevent these issues caused by obesity is to l...

Image by Pixabay Here's some food for thought: imagine that all the positive qualities people crave, such as confidence, serenity, and self-esteem, were like nourishment. You could make them part of your personality by doing nothing more than eating. Sound crazy? It's not. It's   science. Your dietary choices can either help you feel better or drive you into the doldrums. Here's why: Your brain uses a chemical called  serotonin to regulate your mood. Too little serotonin can make you anxious, depressed, or even suicidal. Antidepressant medicines can help your body to use serotonin more effectively, but they can't teach your body to make more of this vital brain chemical. Your intestinal tract, not your brain, makes most of your serotonin. But, for it to do so, your gut needs the help of healthy foods, especially those that encourage the growth of beneficial organisms in your digestive system. Nutritionists and researchers refer to these foods as p...

An estimated 30 percent of the global population is obese. It’s no wonder why most of us want to get healthier. Cardiovascular disease causes one in three deaths in America, with cancer a close second. Although you can’t change your genetic predisposition for these diseases, simple lifestyle adjustments can significantly reduce your risk factors and improve your health. Photo courtesy of Unsplash If you’re unsure where to start when it comes to health and fitness, don’t worry. These simple, daily strategies can help you get healthier from head to toe: Healthcare and Insurance To stay healthy, it’s crucial to follow doctors’ orders and keep appointments like health screenings or annual checkups. Especially as we age, we must keep our health care in check to prevent conditions from progressing. Health insurance helps cover the costs of doctor visits, medications, and any necessary procedures. Although you might have to pay a monthly premium, having a healthier body...

Are you ready to dive into the fountain of youth?  Growing older has a broad range of complications, like aching joints and wrinkled skin.  Thankfully, you can maintain your youth and vitality just by getting more sleep.   Image courtesy of Pixabay Running on fumes We often forget our childhood lessons about getting sufficient slumber.  The old adage about “early to bed, early to rise” goes by the wayside for many adults, with sleep seen as a bit of a waste of time.  Instead, we attempt to replace the energy we would gain from catching Zs with caffeine, sugar, and other stimulants.  According to HealthLine, adults’ sleep requirements range from 7 to 9 hours per night.  When we sacrifice that sleep, no matter how we try to fill in the gap, we may sacrifice productivity, focus, stability, and long-term health.  Being sleep deprived can impair your immune function, cardiovascular health, digestion, and hormone production.  I...

LifeScience Institute successfully brought to the fore the role of Functional Medicine in addressing complex chronic and noncommunicable diseases in a recently concluded conference held at the Enderun Colleges in Taguig City. The Advancing Functional Medicine (AFM) conference, which was the first of its kind in the Southeast Asian region, was in collaboration with the Institute of Functional Medicine (IFM). According to the World Health Organization, eight out of 10 deaths in the region were caused by NCDs such as chronic respiratory diseases, cancers, and cardiovascular diseases. Leaders from the Pacific have declared these a health and economic crisis and a threat to human development. In response to the NCD epidemic in the Pacific, LSI brought together IFM’s esteemed faculty to discuss Functional Medicine and its role in addressing chronic NCDs. Dr. Robert Luby, IFM ExecutiveDirector of Medical Education discusses the global non-communicablediseases epidemic and how...

Around 1% of the estimated 100 million Filipinos have chronic hepatitis C1  Michael De Mesa with members of the Hepatology Society of the Philippines Dr. Edhel Tripon and Dr. Jade Jamias Pasig, Philippines, 08 November – Mylan , one of the world’s leading global pharmaceutical companies, in association with the Hepatology Society of Philippines (HSP), launched an awareness campaign for Hepatitis C in the country. The BEATHepC (Become educated, aware, tested and treated) campaign aims at spreading awareness about the disease. It will include dissemination of information through pamphlets and promoting screening among Filipinos at risk. The Department of Health (DoH) estimates that around 1% of the Filipino population has chronic hepatitis C1. According to the 2010 study on Global Burden of Disease by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, university of Washington viral hepatitis causes 1 million deaths each year in the Asia Pacific region. Hepatitis C is endemic...

Functional Medicine is experiencing a rapid development across the globe. In the Philippines, LifeScience Institute (LSI) champions this approach through various initiatives to educate, train and pursue research on Functional Medicine. LSI collaborated with The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) to bring the first Advancing Functional Medicine (AFM) Conference in Southeast Asia , happening on November 16 and 17, at the Enderun Colleges in Taguig City. With the theme “Uncovering the Interconnections Between Inflammation, the Gastrointestinal Tract and Toxic Exposure,” it brings together over 300 local and international doctors and other allied health professionals to talk about the underlying causes of complex chronic diseases through the Functional Medicine model. The conference is the first of its kind in the Southeast Asian region. It will put the spotlight on the whole-body approach of Functional Medicine, which will equip doctors and patients to understand the...

If we are to compare who has more effort becoming healthier between men and women, the answer would be the latter. Girls, admit it, you are more conscious of the way you look then Adam's race. It is like you always need to stay good looking and young. It is very evident when you go to gyms or drugstores. You will see more women than men. A lot of women are biting to any fast weight loss diet, thinking lie it is their mission to stay fit. Some are also depending on anti-aging creams being sold on many beauty shops. And women behaving like this are applauded by most men. They love them more. And with this discovery of “resveratrol”, ladies who are already informed have probably found a bliss form sweats and exhaustion. More than fast weight loss and anti aging, resveratrol supplements can do more for women. Researches being found and funded are experiencing major developments. Some even say that the said compound is the greatest discovery of all time, along with antibiotics, and th...