The Advantages of Heat Training Exercising in warmer weather can enhance your workout routine, as long as you take necessary precautions and let your body adjust to the elevated temperatures. However, this comes with challenges, as you must be aware of specific health risks associated with summer workouts. Mental Resilience Training in the heat can…
“Peeing when you laugh is just a part of getting older.” “I simply have a small bladder.” “Leaking when I sneeze is normal… I’ve given birth.” You may have heard friends or family express these thoughts—or even voiced them yourself—accepting them as a reality that many, especially women, must endure. Yet, while these issues are…
The Menopause Journey As we enter our 40s, our bodies begin to exhibit various changes—such as hot flashes, night sweats, sleep disturbances, and irregular menstrual cycles. This period can also bring about mood swings, depression, joint discomfort, bloating, memory declines, decreased libido, changes in hair, and weight gain, especially around the abdomen. It’s a tumultuous…
Grab your sunscreen and some ice-cold water. After a record-setting June, many climate scientists anticipate that 2023 is on course to become the hottest year on record. Extreme heat can be great news for beach enthusiasts but poses significant risks to both human health and the environment. In this discussion, we delve into several factors…
When Anna Potter, a florist based in the UK and a well-known figure on Instagram, first started her career in a flower shop, she was astounded by the number of inquiries she received from customers regarding tulip care. Unlike many other cut flowers, tulips keep growing once they are placed in water, leading to unpredictable…
What are the effects of ongoing stress? Short-term stress can be beneficial, enhancing alertness and performance. In contrast, chronic stress significantly increases the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, depression, anxiety, and other health issues. For men, persistent stress can also be linked to erectile dysfunction. What occurs when we experience stress?…
For many people, the current state of the world feels dangerous. Everyone I know is facing difficulties, including counselors, healers, and traditional Knowledge Keepers. It feels as though the wisdom we’ve invested so much effort into cultivating is inadequate for these challenging times. We will explore a new approach to being genuinely present with ourselves…
With a steady flow of new research on children’s health, it can be challenging to find reliable information. We’ve got you covered! After verifying the facts, we reached out to those most affected by this information: kids. We consulted our in-house experts—the children of the staff at alive.com—about various health topics that concern them. 01…
Do you enjoy the rich flavor and caffeine boost of coffee, or do you prefer the soothing lift from earthy matcha green tea? The debate over which beverage reigns supreme is ongoing, with compelling arguments from both sides. Each drink brings its own unique chemistry, delivering various health perks along with a pleasurable sipping experience….
Every December, millennials like myself eagerly anticipate their annual music preferences displayed by a popular streaming platform. We post our top five most-listened-to tracks on social media, believing that our taste in music reflects our personalities. Imagine my surprise one year when my most-played "song" turned out to be a three-hour recording of white noise….
