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health1 month ago•271 min saved

Sore Throat SOS: Everyday Home Remedies That Help

An expert roundup from Good Housekeeping highlights simple, kitchen-based sore-throat fixes: honey to coat and fight microbes, frozen treats to numb pain, warm teas, saltwater gargles, chicken soup and warm broth for comfort and nourishment, plus garlic, apple cider vinegar, zinc/elderberry, and Pelargonium sidoides as supplements. It also notes Vicks VapoRub and a humidifier can ease symptoms. Doctors urge seeking care if the sore throat lasts a week or longer or if red flags such as trouble breathing, swallowing, high fever, or neck lumps appear, and to consult a clinician for persistent or severe symptoms.

via AOL.com|

#health #health-tips #home-remedies

culture1 month ago•11 min saved

Choosing Yourself: Four Women End Engagements and Redefine Happiness

A Glamour profile of four women who called off engagements shows that ending a wedding can be a brave act of self-respect, detailing their reasons, the stigma they faced, and how they rebuilt their lives after choosing themselves over social expectations.

via glamour.com|

#culture #empowerment #engagement

culture2 months ago•11 min saved

Alysa Liu Wins Olympic Gold on Her Own Terms

Alysa Liu, who became the first American woman since 2002 to win Olympic gold in individual figure skating, says she would’ve been happy without the medal and is prioritizing self-care, downtime with friends, and personal growth over the spotlight; after a 2022 retirement, she returned on her own terms, ignores online noise, and uses her platform to tell her story while performing with joyful, artistic flair.

via Teen Vogue|

#alysa-liu #culture #figure-skating

health3 months ago•4 min saved

Five practical steps to help stressed parents stay calm and connected

A psychologist outlines five actionable strategies for stressed parents: pause for a moment of mindfulness with five deep breaths, replace self-criticism with self-compassion, ask for help to support both parents and kids, respond to children with empathy, and savor positive moments to boost family well-being and resilience.

via CNBC|

#empathy #health #parenting

health-and-wellness3 months ago•49 min saved

Real-Life Steps People Used To Weather Their Darkest Times

A BuzzFeed Community post gathers 28 personal strategies people used to survive and recover from very dark periods, ranging from seeking professional help and medications to daily habits like walks, quality sleep, self-care routines, limiting social media, and reaching out to friends or family for support. The thread emphasizes small, actionable choices and supportive networks as catalysts for gradual improvement in mental health.

via BuzzFeed|

#crisis-support #depression #health-and-wellness

health4 months ago•12 min saved

Unwind Smarter: Cut Screens to Reduce Stress and Restore Focus

As screen-based leisure becomes the default, Americans report high stress and poor sleep. The piece argues that multitasking across devices keeps the brain over-stimulated, undermining real rest. After a concussion, the author experienced clear benefits from two months of screen-free cognitive rest, suggesting true restoration comes from reducing cognitive load rather than adding new self-care routines. Practical tips include limiting digital multitasking, reducing interruptions, spending time in low-stimulation or analog activities (reading print, journaling, gentle movement, or device-free walks), and protecting time for genuine cognitive recovery.

via The Conversation|

#cognitive-rest #health #mental-health

health-and-wellness4 months ago•4 min saved

Coping with the Winter Blues: Strategies to Brighten the Cold Months

The article discusses the concept of 'wintering,' a term coined by Katherine May, which encourages embracing the winter season through practices like slowing down, outdoor activity, seasonal eating, social connection, and mindset shifts to improve mental health and well-being during the colder months.

via The Times|

#health-and-wellness #mental-health #seasonal-affective-disorder

health-and-wellbeing4 months ago•6 min saved

Simplify Your Wellness Journey in 2026 for Better Health and Happiness

In 2026, wellbeing trends focus on prioritizing recovery over intense training, embracing JOMO (Joy of Missing Out) to reduce social pressure, and boosting brain health with supplements and mental exercises, while emphasizing simple, evidence-based self-care practices like sleep, nutrition, and stress management.

via BBC|

#brain-boosters #health-and-wellbeing #jomo

lifestyle4 months ago•13 min saved

Simplify Your Wellness Journey in 2026 with Key Habits and Lifestyle Tips

The article offers 52 practical tips for simplifying life in 2026, emphasizing doing less rather than more, such as decluttering routines, reducing digital and social pressures, and focusing on meaningful activities to improve overall well-being.

via The Guardian|

#lifestyle #mental-health #productivity

horoscopes5 months ago•6 min saved

Weekly Horoscope Highlights for December 28–January 3

This week, Mercury enters pragmatic Capricorn, encouraging detailed focus and helpfulness, while the Cancer full moon offers a chance to release past baggage. The horoscope emphasizes self-doubt, curiosity, self-care, testing new boundaries, and trusting your instincts to seize opportunities and strengthen relationships as you start the new year.

via The Cut|

#cancer-full-moon #december-28-january-3 #horoscopes

health-and-wellness5 months ago•8 min saved

Embrace the Quiet: Why the Post-Christmas Week Matters

The article discusses the importance of taking a break during the period between Christmas and New Year’s, known as Twixmas or Feral Week, emphasizing its health benefits and offering practical tips for resting even if one must work, to prevent burnout and promote well-being.

via Yahoo|

#burnout #feral-week #health-and-wellness

lifestyle5 months ago•6 min saved

Ending the Year on a High Note with Personal Rituals

The article emphasizes the importance of creating personal rituals to add meaning and intention to everyday life and special occasions, suggesting that rituals can foster connection, self-awareness, and a sense of control, especially during the festive season.

via The Guardian|

#intentional-living #lifestyle #meaningful-traditions

health-and-wellness5 months ago•6 min saved

Skipping Breakfast? Here Are 11 Hidden Struggles You Might Be Facing

Skipping breakfast often indicates underlying struggles such as poor time management, chronic stress, chaotic mornings, or low motivation, which can negatively impact overall well-being and daily functioning.

via YourTango|

#breakfast #health-and-wellness #mental-health

well-being5 months ago•6 min saved

10 Easy Habits to Boost Your Joy in the New Year

The article emphasizes the importance of cultivating joy through 10 research-backed microhabits, such as practicing gratitude, asking meaningful questions, noticing small moments, giving back, celebrating wins, embracing authenticity, respecting rest, and envisioning future self, to enhance overall well-being and resilience in life.

via Oprah Daily|

#connection #gratitude #joyspan

business5 months ago•6 min saved

Top Wellness Gift Ideas for a Healthy Holiday Season

Wellness gifts, including supplements and health-focused products, are gaining popularity during the holiday season as retailers like Ulta and Target expand their offerings, driven by increased consumer interest in self-care and wellness, especially post-pandemic, with expectations for continued growth in the future.

via CNBC|

#business #holidays #retail