Turn your frown upside down!

02 Monday Oct 2017

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If you’re in a rotten mood, do this: Switch up what you’re doing for 10 minutes. That’s all it takes to help you shift into a better mindset. That’s according to internist Dr. Nancy Simpson. So, play Candy Crush for 10 minutes – or go take a walk. It’ll quiet the part of the brain that’s tied to depression and brooding.

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You may not be sad, but you could STILL be depressed.

01 Thursday Jun 2017

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Half of people suffering from depression feel more angry and irritable than anything else. In fact, those emotions are indicative of someone who’s severely depressed, according to psychiatrist Dr. Philip Muskin from Columbia University Medical Center. For example, they’ll start an argument at the drop of a hat, like when they walk in the door from work. Or they’ll get ultra-irritated at small things, like a stain on their shirt. If that sounds familiar, to you or a loved one, seek counseling. 80% of people with clinical depression respond to treatment.

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Have you ever felt hungry after an argument?

31 Friday Mar 2017

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Research in Psychological Science found that as our stress levels rise, our body produces more of the appetite-regulating hormone ghrelin, which boosts hunger. And lots of studies have shown when we’re stressed out, we’re more likely to reach for high-fat, high-sugar treats, than something healthy…… which significantly raises our risk for weight gain and depression. And while we can’t change how our body reacts to stress, we can change the foods we keep on hand. So, stock up on more vegetables and Greek yogurt, instead of chips and ice cream! That way, you’re less likely to blow your diet after your next argument.

Aspirin can fight depression.

07 Monday Nov 2016

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One study found that people who took aspirin daily for 10 years were less likely to experience symptoms of depression. Researchers believe it’s because aspirin reduces inflammation… And a study in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that brain inflammation is 30% higher in people with clinical depression.

Don’t feel guilty about pampering yourself…

22 Friday Apr 2016

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or having some “me” time. Because a new study finds that feeling worn out and run down increases the chances you’ll have your first heart event by 36%. To cancel out that risk, you need to find a way to care for yourself every day – whether it’s making time for a workout, coffee with a friend, or even a few minutes to read a book for pleasure. Doing that daily can prevent anxiety, isolation and depression – and improve your heart health as a result.

Animal lovers, this is for you…

04 Monday Apr 2016

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A lot of us refer to our pets as our “kids” or “fur-babies” and consider them members of the family…And that could be the key to keeping us healthy and happy. Because any kind of emotional bonding – whether it’s with a beloved dog or your child – triggers the release of brain chemicals, like oxytocin… That protects us against a variety of health conditions – everything from depression to heart disease. So the next time your friend, the crazy cat lady, talks about going home to feed her “kids,” don’t laugh.

She’s also boosting her odds of living a longer, happier life.

Here’s why you need more vitamin C…

25 Friday Mar 2016

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If you’re feeling down in the dumps, eat more citrus fruit! According to the journal Biological Psychiatry, citrus is the perfect mood-booster – because it’s full of vitamin C……Which helps regulate the brain chemicals that affect our mood, including dopamine and adrenaline. And eating at least one piece of citrus fruit daily will lift your mood within days.

If you’re prone to dizziness or vertigo – take up tai chi.

09 Wednesday Dec 2015

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The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary says patients who practiced tai chi for 2 months, had improved symptoms. It works through a combination of improved balance, cardiovascular function and more stable walking. And even if you don’t have problems with dizziness, tai chi is recommended by the National Institutes of Health for everyone from cancer survivors, to patients battling fibromyalgia, to people with chronic heart failure and depression. Because it improves muscle tone, balance, and reduces pain.

Did you know that nutmeg fights stress?

17 Tuesday Nov 2015

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Sprinkle some nutmeg in your coffee, hot chocolate, oatmeal or eggnog. It’s the perfect antidote to holiday stress! That’s because nutmeg is loaded with anxiety relievers like calcium and vitamin C. Plus it contains a compound called myristicin – which mimics the effects of antidepressants.

If you need a good reason to become a volunteer – I’ve got 3 good ones:

10 Tuesday Nov 2015

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•You’ll live longer. Researchers at the University of Michigan tracked over a thousand seniors for a decade. The result: Those who volunteered on a regular basis were 40% more likely to be alive at the end of the study. That’s because volunteering increases the levels of hormones that help cells repair themselves.

•The “helper’s high.” Just thinking about doing a good deed causes your brain to release the feel-good chemical dopamine. And helping others releases so much mood-boosting serotonin that it’s just as effective treating depression as medication.

•Helping others improves relationships. Researchers studied people who took care of a spouse suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. And no matter how challenging things got, the caregiver developed even stronger feelings of love and compassion for their ailing spouse.

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Turn your frown upside down!

You may not be sad, but you could STILL be depressed.

Have you ever felt hungry after an argument?

Aspirin can fight depression.

Don’t feel guilty about pampering yourself…

Animal lovers, this is for you…

Here’s why you need more vitamin C…

If you’re prone to dizziness or vertigo – take up tai chi.

Did you know that nutmeg fights stress?

If you need a good reason to become a volunteer – I’ve got 3 good ones: