The Dark Side of Being Obsessed With Productivity
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UnitedHealthcare Tried to Deny Coverage to a Chronically Ill Patient. He Fought Back, Exposing the Insurer’s Inner Workings.
After a college student finally found a treatment that worked, the insurance giant decided it wouldn’t pay for the costly drugs. His fight to get coverage exposed the insurer’s hidden procedures for rejecting claims.
B.C. nurse disciplined for diverting narcotics for personal use
A registered nurse who diverted narcotics for personal use has been disciplined by B.C.'s professional college.
'I'm not convinced': Many family doctors hesitant as new B.C. payment model kicks in
A new payment model for family doctors in B.C. kicked in Tuesday, but many are still hesitant.
Poor oral health could affect the brain later in life: early study
An early study has shown keeping your gums and teeth healthy may have added benefits for your brain health.
'We need to do better': Survey finds cancer patient care remains inconsistent across Canada
The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) is calling on the federal government to do more for cancer patients, as the system continues to struggle nearly three years after the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
New study highlights increasing prevalence of muscle dysmorphia among Canadian boys, young men
Canadian researchers are drawing attention to the increasing prevalence of 'a pathological pursuit of muscularity' among Canadian boys and young men, with a new study that found one in four were at risk of developing what's known as muscle dysmorphia.
Would you pay $300 a year for quick access to a nurse? Dealing with demand, Ontario doctors get creative
Paid subscriptions to on-demand care are among the many strategies primary health-care providers in Ontario are adopting in order to meet increased demand for access to doctors in the past year, while also managing staffing shortages.
When the doctor doesn’t listen - Coda Story
The medical establishment has a long history of ignoring patients with ‘unexplained’ symptoms. Long Covid might finally bring about a global attitude shift.
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For Maximum Recharge, Take a Wednesday Off
A mid-week break will have you feeling more refreshed than a three-day weekend.
13 Recipes for Hearty, Meal-Worthy Salads
You don’t need multiple courses to get in a square meal. Some of the greatest, most creative salad recipes are bursting with feel-good, fill-you-up ingredients.
Ultraprocessed foods such as soda, microwaveable food and salty snacks linked to an array of cancers, according to study of 197,000 people
In order to prolong their shelf life, highly processed food often contains additives such as flavor enhancers, sweeteners, and industrial chemicals.
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8 everyday foods you might not realise are ultra processed – and how to spot them
‘Ultra-processed’ is not just another term for junk food. It has been shown to be bad for the body and the planet – and it can be tricky to identify.
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The debt you owe the caffeine always eventually needs to be repaid
You might think coffee gives you the energy to get through the morning, or the day, but it may not be giving you as much as you think, writes Emma Beckett.
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How food corporations manipulate you into eating more junk food
Corporate food chemists have spent years perfecting the sinister science of making you continually crave their processed foods
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Train Your Brain to Remember Anything You Learn With This Simple, 20-Minute Habit
This 100-year-old method has been making the rounds again—it’s worth getting around to.
How To Turn Your Brain Off At Night, According To A Sleep Psychologist
Dr. Jade Wu shares her favorite tips to help even the most high-strung among us get better rest.
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How many times can you wear pajamas, jeans and other clothes without washing them? Experts weigh in
Here's how many times you can wear different types of clothing without washing, say experts in dermatology and microbiology.
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A 14-year-old thought she had 'butterflies' from dancing with a boy at winter formal. It was a heart attack.
Ceirra Zeager's heart started racing after a high school dance. What she thought was butterflies was a heart attack.
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Fungal infections are becoming more common. Why isn't there a vaccine?
Vaccine researchers are focused on a small group of fungi responsible for the vast majority of fatal infections in the U.S.
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Does the Best Workout Exist? Exercise Scientists All Agree on One Thing
Researchers are increasingly understanding how exercise affects the body and, in doing so, finding smarter ways for people to exercise smarter.
The Best ADHD-Friendly Hacks for Staying Organized
The right tools can help you hack all those *special* ADHD abilities (like hyperfixation), to maintain a calm, clean space.
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I Tried Doubling the Amount of Protein I Eat at Breakfast, and the Impact It Had on My Energy Levels and Focus Was… Eye-Opening
I tried doubling the amount of protein I ate for breakfast to see if it boosted my energy levels and focus—here’s what happened.
‘I’m a Cardiologist, and These Are My 6 Tips for Protecting Your Heart Health at Any Age’
In the most recent episode of the Well + Good podcast, hosts and experts talk about what to do to start protecting your heart health.
How ‘everywhere chemicals’ help uterine fibroids grow
Scientists are just beginning to learn how these common tumors in women are linked to phthalates—chemicals found in hundreds of everyday household items and cosmetics.
Email Apnea Is Real—Here's How to Stop Holding Your Breath
When stressed about a task, such as work emails, you may hold your breath while working. Breathing techniques can help.
How deadlifts helped me finally accept my body
Lifting weights provided more than just strength gains
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I Thought Pour-Over Coffee Wasn’t for Me—Until I Did It Right
A trio of inexpensive gadgets helped me get better flavors and more consistent results from the finicky brewing method.
How Vietnamese Refugee David Tran Became America's First Hot Sauce Billionaire
Forty-five years after arriving in Los Angeles, David Tran has built Sriracha into a billion-dollar business.
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Obesity in the age of Ozempic
Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are changing how patients view their own weight struggles. Will society follow?
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How to Stop Gas and Bloating: 4 Effective Ways
Here are some signs of a healthy gut and some tips to improve your digestion.
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Stretching is not the key to moving better. This is.
Moving about isn’t meant to hurt. It takes a bit of work, but there’s a lot you can do to improve. And it doesn’t matter where you’re starting out, either.
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The truth about oil pulling, apple cider vinegar, and other trendy cleanses
Some supposed detoxes are harmless, but a few of them carry real health risks—and don't actually do any good. Here's what you should do instead.
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5 nutrition goals that are better than weight loss
Diets are a common New Year's resolution, but focusing on weight loss isn't the best way to improve your health. Try these diet tricks instead.
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You can trick your brain into using your phone less
Increasingly, our smartphones have become more like appendages we can’t live without. Here’s how to wean your brain off your pocket computer.
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Singapore's new plan to fight mosquito-borne diseases: bug-infecting bacteria
Evidence suggests the bacteria-infected insects can slow the spread of dengue, but they are difficult to mass produce.
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The world's strongest athletes aren't shredded and for good reason
Bodybuilding and strength competitors look very different, and there's good reason.
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Up your daily fiber intake for a happy microbiome
By increasing your daily fiber intake through fresh fruits, whole grains, and more, you can reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
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The best protein powders
Want the best protein powders? From vegan or whey protein powder to casein protein, buy the best protein powders & nutritional supplements!
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The three strength exercises everyone should do
We asked an expert what he'd recommend absolutely everyone do in the gym, even if impressive musculature isn't their goal.
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Psychology Archives
See the latest Psychology stories from Popular Science. See news, trends, tips, reviews and more at Popular Science.
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Why do we see ghosts?
Seven ways science has debunked sightings of poltergeists, spirits, hauntings, apparitions ... you get the idea.
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Why I can never eat onions or garlic again
Though no good data exists on the number of people with an allium allergy, I’ve come to learn that I’m definitely not alone.
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5 nutrition goals that are better than weight loss
Diets are a common New Year's resolution, but focusing on weight loss isn't the best way to improve your health. Try these diet tricks instead.
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How do you track a salmonella outbreak? A data journalist followed the DNA trail to slaughterhouses.
A ProPublica researcher and data journalist explains how she demystified the CDC's food-safety system, specifically for salmonella outbreaks in meat.
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Use these commonsense rules to avoid food poisoning
A nutrition experts gives commonsense advice on preventing food-borne illness and food poisoning from meat, leftovers, pantry items, and more.
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How a Chinese cafe above a DIY store became the best place to eat in Canada
People queue through an active lumber yard outside Vancouver’s Northern Cafe thanks to it being named Yelp’s top place to eat
10 hazardous food additives banned in Europe but legal in the US
Americans may be unwittingly exposed to carcinogens and harmful chemicals in their food because of lax food ingredient laws.
Sleep starts: Why your body 'hiccups' as you fall asleep | CNN
If you experience sudden muscle spasms, shocks or vivid experiences when falling asleep, you may be suffering from sleep starts. Here's how to cope.
Why Eight Hours a Night Isn’t Enough, According to a Leading Sleep Scientist
Your genes can determine whether you're a morning person or night owl.
An Oral History of Hard-Shell Tacos
Taco Bell didn’t invent them, but they sure did exploit the hell out of them.
What’s the Difference Between Glass and Metal Baking Dishes?
How to know which is right for whatever recipe you’re making—plus, tried-and-true baking dish recommendations.
The Surprisingly Sacred Roots of Chocolate
Among the Maya, cacao has served as a powerful symbol from womb to tomb.
The East Village Shop That’s Been the Magic Weapon of Chefs for Nearly 30 Years
Restaurants seek out SOS Chefs for its hard-to-find spices, vinegars, and oils from every corner of the globe
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5 ordinary foods with extraordinary health benefits, from beets to broccoli
Lowering cholesterol, reducing stroke and heart attack risks, promoting brain health and muscle endurance; these are some of the benefits of eating five everyday superfoods.
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I'm a chef who's obsessed with my air fryer. Here are my 13 favorite things to make in it.
As a chef, I was hesitant to get an air fryer at first, but now I can't get enough of it. I make everything from grilled cheese to French toast in it.
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5 Harmful Myths About Food's Effect On Your Heart Health
Doctors want to clear these up, because some of them are flat-out wrong.
Unpacking the Ozempic Craze
Navigating the complex health and societal issues around the rising popularity of the antidiabetic medication.
Fat, Sugar, Salt ... You’ve Been Thinking About Food All Wrong
Scientists are asking tough questions about the health effects of ultra-processed diets. The answers are complicated—and surprising.
How to nap | Psyche Guides
Whether it’s to recover after a late night or to boost your learning abilities, there’s a science to napping effectively
Mindstrong's demise and the future of mental health care
Technology can improve how to care for people with mental illness; it just can't replace actual care. And when it comes to care, you get what you pay for.
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5 Ways to Keep Your Friendships Strong—Even When Life Is Hectic
Consider creating a new bonding ritual.
‘I’m a Cardiologist, and These Are My 6 Tips for Protecting Your Heart Health at Any Age’
In the most recent episode of the Well + Good podcast, hosts and experts talk about what to do to start protecting your heart health.
Many Americans wrongly assume they understand what normal blood pressure is – and that false confidence can be deadly
Nearly half of all Americans ages 20 and up have high blood pressure. Yet research shows that most people in the US don’t know the cutoff numbers for healthy blood pressure.
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How the Media Failed Its COVID Test: The Truth Behind the Lab Leak and Masking Debates
Derek Thompson welcomes Dan Engber and Jason Abaluck to the podcast to discuss some of the more contentious debates of the COVID-19 pandemic
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Why Are American Teens So Unhappy? How Do We Solve This Crisis?
Derek spoke with Matthew Biel of MedStar Georgetown University Hospital about rising teenage unhappiness and what we can do to fix it
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Happiness in America, Part 1: The Secret to a “Good Life,” According to an 80-Year Study
Derek chats with Robert Waldinger and Marc Schulz about what their study teaches us about the secrets to a fulfilling life
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Here’s What Taking a Cold Shower Does to Your Body, According to Experts
You already know the purported benefits of ice baths.
How I Tried to Stop Snoring, Fix My Sleep Habits, and Confront My Mortality | The Walrus
I wanted a quick fix even if that quick fix was strapping a glorified bike pump to my face
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Pescetarians are responsible for many more animal deaths than regular meat eaters
My year as a pescetarian did more harm than good.
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How Mario Lemieux Beat Cancer — And Started A Comeback For The Ages
Just about everyone knows Wayne Gretzky is the greatest hockey player of all time. (I mean, come on, it’s right there in the nickname.) But there are still thos…
How your brain data could be used against you
Brain stimulation technologies are on the rise. And so is the risk of losing our brain privacy.
Here’s What Taking a Cold Shower Does to Your Body, According to Experts
You already know the purported benefits of ice baths.getpocket.com
Can't link it right now but you wont get much benefit from a cold shower because the water wont get cold enough. So enjoy your hot shower and do an actual cold plunge if you want the benefits.
7 Ways to Sneak More Exercise into Your Daily Routine Without It Feeling Miserable
No, you don't have to go to the gym to add extra physical activity into your day.
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What people with ‘super immunity’ can teach us about Covid and other viruses
Do a lucky few have a kind of biological armor against infection? Scientists are just beginning to unlock the mystery of the true Covid dodgers.
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I ate at the cheapest Michelin-starred restaurant in the world, where dishes cost as little as $1.60, and it turned out to be worth flying to another country for
Auntie Gaik Lean's Old School Eatery in Penang, Malaysia, is one of only four in the country awarded a Michelin star. It takes two weeks to get a booking.
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'Indentured servitude': Nurses hit with hefty debt when trying to leave hospitals
Requiring nurses to repay for training programs has become increasingly common, with some hospitals sending $15,000 bills.
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The Dirty History of Soap
Today, soap is an integral part of keeping clean. But in the past, people relied on earlier forms of soap more for cleaning objects than for personal hygiene.
Want to Age Well? This Pilates Body-Weight Move Builds Balance and Glute Strength | Livestrong.com
The Pilates scooter lunge not only builds balance and body awareness, but it also strengthens your glutes and lubricates your knee joints. Learn how to do it.
G' - I was talking to a friend of mine the other day. He's mid-40s and lives in an apartment. Small in stature - he noted 5'6" and 125lbs. I asked him how he's maintained his weight over time. He's been going to Planet Fitness for years. Primarily for cardio stuff ... but he does plenty of outdoor running. Especially in the summer months. He uses the treadmill at the gym when the weather isn't great ... and has just gotten back into weight training after years away from it. He said the outdoor running was actually burning too many calories and he was getting quite thin ... said he needed to get back on the weights to rebuild some muscle mass.
I gave him credit for the discipline. He doesn't drive, so he does plenty of walking & taking the bus as well. Eats pretty sensibly too. Said he has a sweet tooth, but the answer for him is just keep everything in small moderation. IF you want to snack on some junk or sugary food ... just get a really small bowl. That way you're not using a big bowl that's overflowing. Said his go-to's are cookies and M&Ms ... again ... just only in a small amount.
My mom's boyfriend's pretty good about that too. He's a taller guy and on the heavier side ... but really disciplined when it comes to snacking. After dinner he'll just make himself some tea & grab 1 of his favorite cookies. Smoke a joint afterward ... he's good. My mom laughed and said - "yeah, that's his routine ... just the 1 cookie as a palate cleanser ..."
Using A.I. to Detect Breast Cancer That Doctors Miss (Published 2023)
Hungary has become a major testing ground for A.I. software to spot cancer, as doctors debate whether the technology will replace them in medical jobs.
Want to Age Well? These 8 Standing Glute Exercises Build Coordination and Balance | Livestrong.com
Strong, stable hips become more important as you age. These standing glute exercises for seniors strengthen and stabilize the joints for better balance.
YouTube millionaires are not your friends
YouTube and TikTok are plagued with 20-something “passive income” bros who want your attention — and your money.
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