Slow cooker recipes are great all the time but even more perfect for fall. Slow cookers are a quick and simple way to meal prep or cook dinner. Plus, nothing better than warm food on a cold day. Here is one of our favorite slow cooker recipes. This recipe is perfect as soup, on top of rice, or with tortilla chips. Bonus – this recipe is gluten-free, grain-free, and can be made vegan without adding chicken. Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada … [Read more...]
How to Prioritize Your Mental Health During COVID-19
As a fitness professional, your job is dedicated to helping others reach their potential. From personal training to facility management and wellness program development, the work you do helps people of all kinds get healthy – mentally and physically. Now, it’s time to turn the tables and prioritize your wellbeing. Between inconsistent direction from local […] SOURCE: Exercise.com - Read entire story here. … [Read more...]
Yummy and Healthy Homemade Popsicles
Need a refreshing fruity summer treat? These homemade popsicles are easy and delicious. Make them with your favorite fruit and the whole family can enjoy! Healthy Homemade Popsicles (Plant-Based) Ingredients 1 1/2 cups frozen fruit of choice (we recommend strawberries, mixed berries or pineapple/mango) 1/3 cup agave 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice 1 cup almond milk Directions Blend ingredients together in a blender until … [Read more...]
Wearing a Face Mask While Running Outside
Let’s talk about running and walking outside and wearing a face mask during the Coronavirus outbreak. Do you need to wear a face mask while exercising right now? And if so – what kind of face mask is best for runners and walkers? New tips and info to stay healthy and keep running during the ... Read More about Wearing a Face Mask While Running Outside The post Wearing a Face Mask While Running Outside appeared first on Run Eat … [Read more...]
I’m Coughing and Wheezing – Do I Have Seasonal Allergies or the Coronavirus?
With warmer weather comes spring allergies, so how can you tell if your symptoms are caused by pollen or the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)? We asked board-certified pediatric and adult allergist Katie Marks-Cogan, MD, cofounder and chief allergist for Ready, Set, Food!, to explain. What Are the Symptoms of COVID-19? If someone is exposed to the coronavirus and contracts it, Dr. Marks-Cogan said "the most common symptoms include fever, dry cough, … [Read more...]
Should You Avoid Taking Ibuprofen For COVID-19? The World Health Organization Weighs In
With so much information - and misinformation - out there about the coronavirus (COVID-19), you may understandably be confused about how to treat your symptoms if you get it. There's been some discussion about whether or not it's safe to take ibuprofen, for example. There were fears circulating that the common fever reducer could exacerbate the virus, but the World Health Organization has since clarified its position. On March 18, WHO tweeted a … [Read more...]
What You Need to Know About Refilling Your Prescriptions During the Coronavirus Outbreak
In the weeks since the coronavirus began sweeping the globe, people have taken to buying everything from toilet paper to canned foods in bulk, necessarily or not. But many Americans are equally concerned about having ready and safe access to another necessity: prescription medications that are crucial to staying well, physically and mentally. As we navigate this new reality, it's natural to be fearful that you'll experience problems or delays … [Read more...]
Is Your City or State Considering a Shelter-in-Place Order? Here’s What to Expect
The coronavirus lockdown varies from state to state and even between counties and cities. While some officials are encouraging social distancing, others are mandating "sheltering in place" in order to contain the virus. Wondering what the difference is? There's very little, actually. "From a very technical standpoint, social distancing guidelines are what public health experts are recommending, while shelter-in-place orders are public mandates, … [Read more...]
You Can Take Yale’s Ultra-Popular Online "Happiness" Class For Free Right Now
One of the big ideas behind "The Science of Well-Being," Yale's most popular class of all time, is that true happiness doesn't come from your circumstances or your achievements. It comes, professor Laurie Santos, PhD, told CNN, from simple daily practices like being grateful, living in the present moment, and connecting with others. Now might be the best time to tune in to her massively popular course, which has been available online for about … [Read more...]
You Can Still Go Outside While Social Distancing, but You’ll Need to Take Some Precautions
Being asked to stay at home can be challenging, particularly if you're dealing with a lot of nervous energy right now. With the 24-hour coverage of the coronavirus growing more unsettling every day, you may find yourself craving some sense of normalcy while practicing social distancing. The good news: if normalcy means getting some much-needed sunlight and fresh air, you can still venture out while keeping yourself and others safe. "During this … [Read more...]
4 Morning Stretches to Combat Work-From-Home Body Stiffness
That peaceful moment when your coffee is brewing and your toast is browning is the perfect time to combat some of the work-from-home joint pain or stiffness that comes with swapping your office chair for a sectional. Before clocking in from the couch, get ahead of your tight shoulders and back with some morning stretches. No brainpower is required, as you obviously haven't sipped your caffeine yet. Dani Singer, a NASM-certified personal trainer … [Read more...]
A Wave from 6 feet Away from your local Monican
Hey! I just wanted to say hi and check in with everyone as we socially distance, isolate, stay at home and try to avoid getting the Coronavirus. Just because we’re isolating doesn’t mean we can’t still be friends and connect, right? We have A LOT to catch up on – um, I was staying in ... Read More about A Wave from 6 feet Away from your local Monican The post A Wave from 6 feet Away from your local Monican appeared first … [Read more...]
Soothe Your Daily Stress With Sound Baths This Yoga Instructor Posts on Instagram
A sound bath is exactly that: you're bathed in sound. Here, for instance, is a recent example from singer Jhené Aiko. Phyllicia Bonanno, a certified yoga teacher, describes it as a "deeply therapeutic and meditative practice using crystal singing bowls to create vibrations through the body." Bonanno told POPSUGAR via email that these baths incorporate sound as well as meditation, and it's a cleansing experience that pushes you into a state of … [Read more...]
The Safe Hands Challenge Will Teach You to Scrub Places You Might Have Missed
To help prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), it's important to practice "respiratory etiquette," as one World Health Organization (WHO) doctor calls it - covering up when you sneeze and cough. It's also imperative to keep physical distance from people and do your best job at washing your hands. WHO came up with the Safe Hands Challenge, in which the organization is calling for people to post videos on social media of themselves … [Read more...]
Does Trader Joe’s Pea Protein Powder Actually Taste Good?
Plant-based eaters are huge fans of Trader Joe's because the grocery store chain offers tons of must-eat vegan products like organic tofu, protein-packed veggie burgers, and so much more. For your smoothie needs, the grocer also has Organic Pea Protein Powder that's plant-based, healthy, and high in protein. When we first saw it, we obviously wanted to know its nutritional info, but the main thing we needed to know was if it tasted good, and … [Read more...]
I’m a Young Person at Greater Risk For COVID-19, and I’m Asking You to Take This Seriously
Over the past few weeks, we've suddenly found ourselves in a strange and disconcerting new reality due to the coronavirus outbreak. The shelves of grocery stores are empty, and toilet paper has suddenly become the hottest commodity in town (Purell is a close second). As COVID-19 rapidly spreads across the globe, we've been directed to self-isolate in an effort to slow the spread of the deadly illness. In many cities and states, schools, … [Read more...]
Coronavirus: How Trainers & Gyms Are Working
The spread of the COVID-19 virus is impacting our everyday lives in almost every way imaginable, including our fitness routines. Gyms all over the world have begun to close and, those that have not, have seen a decrease in membership and attendance rates. This is a time for owners to be understanding of the impact […] SOURCE: Exercise.com - Read entire story here. … [Read more...]
20% of US Coronavirus Hospitalizations Are Young Adults, a New CDC Report Says
The data we've seen so far on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) shows that it's most dangerous for people over the age of 60 and those with preexisting conditions. A new CDC report confirmed that, but also offered proof that COVID-19 can seriously affect younger demographics in higher numbers than many might expect. The report looked at the first 4,226 community-spread coronavirus cases reported to the CDC up until March 16, excluding anyone who'd … [Read more...]
20 Percent of US Coronavirus Hospitalizations Are Young Adults, a New CDC Report Says
The data we've seen so far on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) shows that it's most dangerous for people over the age of 60 and those with preexisting conditions. A new CDC report confirmed that, but also offered proof that COVID-19 can seriously affect younger demographics in higher numbers than many might expect. The report looked at the first 4,226 community-spread coronavirus cases reported to the CDC up until March 16, excluding anyone who'd … [Read more...]
This 1 Trick Helps Me Fall Back Asleep During the Night and Feel More Rested in the Morning
I've never been the kind of person who can pull an all nighter, then power through the day with just a cup of coffee and a good pair of sunglasses. If I don't sleep, I don't function - it's as simple as that. In some ways, I find waking up in the middle of the night worse than not being able to fall asleep at all. The second I become conscious again, I go straight into panic mode. The only way I can think to explain it is this: I know what to … [Read more...]
If You’re Anxious, Let Lizzo’s Flute-Filled Meditation Help You Find Strength
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lizzo (@lizzobeeating) on Mar 13, 2020 at 10:42am PDT Fear, uncertainty, and anxiety are becoming common feelings for many of us as the world continues to fight the global novel coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic. While social media can be a source of those emotions, it can also be a place to connect and find comfort. Lizzo took the lead on that front, uploading a full 30-minute meditation to … [Read more...]
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