Understanding Menopause: Battling Unsteadiness from Dizziness
Navigating menopause is hardly a one-size-fits-all process. Each individual going through this life change encounters a unique set of side effects. While most are familiar with conventional symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, and vaginal dryness, some symptoms remain surprising and lesser-known. One such symptom is the occasional feeling of dizziness, lightheadedness, or unsteadiness. Who knew? Unfortunately, this puzzling sensation is more common than one might think. Research estimates that 1 in 4 people experience dizziness at some point during menopause. Therefore, to experience a case of the wobbles should not be considered unusual. So, what causes dizziness during menopause? This blog post explores the connection between menopause and dizziness, alongside strategies to restore your balance and feel more stable. How Dizziness and Menopause are Connected The link between menopause and dizziness primarily involves your endocrine system, responsible for producing and distributing…
Watching Stressful Dramas Like âThe Pittâ Before Bed? Hereâs What a Sleep Doctor Thinks
The gritty new Max medical drama The Pitt treats viewers to mile-a-minute sights and sounds of a hospital emergency room. Weâre talking a mangled foot, patients waiting in the hallway demanding sandwiches, and an attending doctor who canât find time to pee. If this sounds like your idea of a good time, youâve got company. The show, starring and co-produced by ER alum Noah Wyle, is getting positive reviews from critics and viewers. While fans are mostly praising the show for its realism, some are also overwhelmed by the fast-paced life-and-death stakes. âStarted watching The Pitt on HBO and uh what the f*ck lmao Iâm so stressed out???â says Threads user dr.bookish.biologist. Hospital dramas have long captured viewersâ attention. However, The Pitt is particularly engrossing because each hour-long episode depicts one hour of a 15-hour-long shift. That makes watching the show feel like…
Could New Government Changes Affect the Safety of Your Beauty Products?
The global wellness economy is valued at 1.8 trillion dollars annually, with physical activity, beauty and personal care, and nutritional eating taking the top spots. But, right now, itâs highly debatable how well we really areâand what the word âwellnessâ even means.If you ask Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Americans are incredibly unhealthyâand heâs on a mission to Make America Healthy Again (MAHA). He first began campaigning as an independent presidential candidate, then became the father of the MAHA movement, a subsidiary of the Trump presidential campaign, and now is Trumpâs pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)âwhich includes the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and many other government agencies.While experts across the political spectrum are generally in favor of stricter regulations around food, supplement, and…
Is It Really That Bad to Drink Coffee on an Empty Stomach?
Not everyone has an appetite for a hearty breakfast right when they wake up. But a steaming hot cup of coffee? Hand it over ASAP, please. We all have that delicious food or beverage vice that gets us through the day, and for most coffee lovers, that starts as soon as they open their eyes and head to the kitchen or their fave local coffee shop. ButâŚis it bad to drink coffee on an empty stomach? Sure, that jolt of caffeine wakes you up fairly quickly, but the problem is that coffee is also pretty acidic. Out of a pH scale of zero to 14âwith anything below a seven being considered highly acidicâcoffee lands somewhere around the 4.8 to 5 spot. This means if you already deal with gastrointestinal issues like acid reflux, drinking a cup of joe on an empty stomach might…
The 10 Best Pilates Exercises for Beginners, According to a Peloton Instructor
Pilates was created in the 1920s in New York City by Joseph Pilates and many of its exercises were originally used to help World War I patients rehabilitate injuries. Today, Pilates is used more for fitness than for physical rehabilitation, although its focus on building a strong core may help prevent or speed along healing from other injuries. If youâre considering giving this mind-and-body-focused workout a try, itâs key to have a grasp of Pilatesâ foundational moves so that you can safely make the most of this muscle-building, endorphin-inducing workout. The benefits of Pilates Pilates is a unique fitness practice in that it focuses on more than just burning calories and achieving toned musclesâalthough youâll do both of those things with a regular cadence of classes. Pilates is focused on three principles, according to the Pilates Foundation: breath, whole-body health, and whole-body commitment,…
The Coros Pace Pro Running Watch: Your Coach and Navigator on Your Wrist
Overall, running is a pretty low-tech sportâall you really need is a good pair of shoes. But thereâs one piece of gear that many runners completely geek out over: the watch. Todayâs top GPS running watches can give athletes all kinds of data about their training, from heart rate and stride length to VO2 max estimates and race predictions. âIt can be one way to track your fitness improvement if youâre someone who likes data,â says Chicago-based running coach Amanda Wagner. One of the most popular brands today is Coros. Itâs only been around for 10 years, which makes it fairly new compared to long-standing brands like Garmin and Suunto. But itâs quickly gained traction among runners. âIt’s known to be a powerhouse running watch brand at a really great price point,â Wagner says. âIt’s known to be accurate and connect fast to…
5 Essential Items on Every Registered Dietitian’s Health and Wellness Checklist for 2025
There's an undeniable thrill in crossing something off your to-do list. Picture this: you take a pen (or even better, a freshly unwrapped neon highlighter) and methodically check off tasks until every line has been completed. It's a satisfying experience that many people cherish. Now, imagine channeling that feeling of accomplishment into your health this year. According to Kelly Bristow, RDN, LD, a registered dietitian nutritionist at Bayer, compiling a concise health and wellness checklist for 2025 can help visualize your aspirations and keep you accountable. A recent survey by One A Day®, a brand under Bayer, revealed that 70% of women are prioritizing self-care in their New Yearâs resolutions. While nearly 90% show commitment to achieving these goals, almost 50% cited a lack of motivation as a significant barrier in the past. To counteract these challenges, Bristow recommends the straightforward approach of…
The 14 Gadgets You Need This Year for Your Highest-Tech Kitchen
Do you dream of racing home in your spaceship, Ă la the Jetsons, to have your robot assistant whip you up dinner? Or maybe youâre still chasing the high of your childhood Easy-Bake Oven, where you could âbakeâ cookies in five minutes on your bedroom floor. If what youâre craving is innovation in the kitchen, this list is for you. From nifty problem solvers (like a compost machine that literally turns your food scraps into dirt) to products that will have you wondering just how you lived without âem (like this rice cooker that you can also bake a cake in), these gadgets will help you create your highest-techâand most usefulâkitchen in 2025. Below, find the most futuristic and time-saving gadgets that do everything from cleaning your kitchen air to making the perfect cheese toastie. And if that isnât the epitome of happiness,…
The 10 Best Fitness Gear Picks to Help You Feel Your Best This Year
Welcome to 2025, where fitness goals are less about pushing limits and more about moving with comfort, gentleness, and joy. This year, the vibes are all about tuning into your body, embracing exercises that feel good, and creating a routine that supports your physical and mental well-being. Whether itâs yoga, stretching, or leisurely walks, the key is to move in ways that bring you peace and pleasure. Soft workouts are exactly how they soundâlow-impact and soft on your joints. The goal is âto keep the body moving without putting larger amounts of stress on itâthe way that running or intense cardio can do,â Taylor Bogenschuetz, CPT, personal trainer and director of training and development at Solidcore, previously told Well+Good. And, of course, the right gear plays a huge roleâthink soft, breathable fabrics, supportive shoes, and recovery accessories that make every movement feel effortless.…
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