Magic mushrooms may make you think of people taking drugs in dark rooms or their fantasy-filled hallucinations. As time goes on, more studies are being done on its active ingredient that should change that perception. According to the Mayo Clinic,…
Long hours, slow commutes, rigid deadlines, and company networking events are enough to provoke a little anxiety for any of us. For those who experience anxiety, Healthline reports that it can manifest in the form of nervousness, an accelerated heart…
Hunching your shoulders and arching your back over your desk as you type away at your computer can place added pressure on your hips, neck, and lower back. Not only is this a recipe for discomfort, but poor posture can…
While there are many different factors that may influence the development of depression in an individual, Dr. Jacqueline Eghrari-Sabet, allergist/immunologist with Allergy & Asthma Network, tells Health Digest in an exclusive interview that eczema may be one of them. Characterized…
Anxiety can affect anyone at any age. Self-reported data from the Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF) revealed that over 32% of adults experienced symptoms of anxiety at the start of 2024. Entrepreneur Michael Malkin was no stranger to anxiety himself. Deciding…
Depression affects 1 in 6 people in their lifetime, according to the American Psychiatric Association. People with depression lose interest in things that might have previously brought them enjoyment. WebMD says that there’s a link between depression and weight gain.…
Intermittent fasting (IF) has become a popular method for weight loss and disease prevention, despite the need for more rigorous research (via Healthline). It’s an eating plan characterized by specific periods of fasting followed by designated hours for eating, according…
Are you an apple or a pear? According to WebMD, where you tend to store most of your body fat can tell you a lot about how much visceral fat you might have. Visceral fat might also be connected to…
Mental health can take a serious toll on your work, relationships, mood, and your physical body. If that’s not enough to make mental health a priority in your life, you might be surprised to know that mental health can also…
Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder characterized by recurring and unexpected panic attacks, per the Mayo Clinic. Panic attacks are sudden and intense episodes of fear or discomfort that can happen without warning. The exact causes of panic…