Written by: Sabrina Sourjah Date Updated: 2/24/2021 Reviewed by: Patrick D. Randolph, Ph.D. We witness Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) more often than you’d think. Two-thirds of children in the US have witnessed at least one traumatic event by 16. The severity of the adverse event, the support the child has, and the child’s psychological […]
Written by: Sabrina Sourjah Date Updated: 2/24/2021 Reviewed by: Patrick D. Randolph, Ph.D. Acute stress is an integral part of the current world. “I’m so stressed” has become the norm for responding when someone asks us how our day is going. According to a 2020 study by the American Psychological Association (APA), 78% of […]
Written by: Patrick Randolph, Ph.D. Date updated: 3/10/2021 Drink some water, especially before meals Drinking enough water can have numerous benefits. Surprisingly, it can boost the number of calories you burn. Two studies note that it can increase metabolism by 24–30% over 1–1.5 hours. This can amount to 96 additional calories burned if you drink […]
Written by: Patrick Randolph, Ph.D. Date updated: 3/10/2021 Vegetables and fruits are loaded with prebiotic fiber, vitamins, minerals, and many antioxidants, some of which have potent biological effects. Studies show that people who eat the most vegetables and fruits live longer and have a lower risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and other […]
Written by: Patrick Randolph, Ph.D. Date updated: 3/10/2021 If you smoke or abuse drugs, tackle those problems first. Diet and exercise can wait. If you drink alcohol, do so in moderation and consider avoiding it completely if you tend to drink too much. Other helpful links: 27 Health and Nutrition Tips 13 Habits Linked to […]
Written by: Patrick Randolph, Ph.D. Date updated: 3/10/2021 The importance of getting enough quality sleep cannot be overstated. Poor sleep can drive insulin resistance, disrupt your appetite hormones, and reduce your physical and mental performance (26, 27, 28, 29). What’s more, poor sleep is one of the strongest individual risk factors for weight gain and […]
Written by: Patrick Randolph, Ph.D. Date updated: 3/10/2021 Social relationships are incredibly important not only for your mental well-being but also your physical health. Studies show that people who have close friends and family are healthier and live much longer than those who do not (94, 95, 96). Other helpful links: 9 Scientifically Proven Reasons to Eat Dinner as […]
Written by: Patrick Randolph, Ph.D. Date updated: 3/10/2021 Eating enough protein is vital for optimal health. What’s more, this nutrient is particularly important for weight loss (52). High protein intake can boost metabolism significantly while making you feel full enough to automatically eat fewer calories. It can also reduce cravings and your desire to snack […]
Written by: Patrick Randolph, Ph.D. Date updated: 3/10/2021 Sugary drinks are among the most fattening items you can put into your body. This is because your brain doesn’t measure calories from liquid sugar the same way it does for solid food (1). Therefore, when you drink soda, you end up eating more total calories (2, […]
Written by: Patrick Randolph, Ph.D. Date updated: 3/10/2021 Added sugar is one of the worst ingredients in the modern diet, as large amounts can harm your metabolic health (67). High sugar intake is linked to numerous ailments, including obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and many forms of cancer (68, 69, 70, 71, 72). Other helpful links: 27 Health and Nutrition Tips