I talked to 263 of the world’s longest-living people—their 9 ‘non-negotiables’ for a long, happy life

For the past 20 years, I’ve traveled across the world to study the five Blue Zones — areas in which people live exceptionally long lives: Okinawa, Japan; Sardinia, Italy; Nicoya, Costa Rica; Ikaria, Greece and Loma Linda, California.  Based on my interviews with 263 people ages 100 or older, I’ve found that the world’s longevity … Read more

Skyview 2 Wellness Lamp Review: An Artificial Sun for Your Room

You can choose for the lamp to follow the natural sunrise and sunset times based on your location, which in most of the world changes a little day by day. Or you can set custom times in the app. I didn’t want the lamp’s sunset to begin at 7:30 pm every day, so I set … Read more

I’m a mom living in Japan, home to the world’s healthiest kids—4 things Japanese parents do differently

In 1896, pioneering doctor and pharmacist Sagen Ishizuka coined a Japanese philosophy called “shokuiku.” It is derived from two words that mean “eat” and “grow.”  Shokuiku encourages parents and schools to teach kids where their food comes from and how it affects our mind and body. This concept has been an integral part of Japan’s … Read more

I took Finland’s masterclass on happiness: Here’s what I learned

Finland is the happiest country in the world for the sixth year in a row, according to the World Happiness Report. The well-being of Finnish people has sparked great interest in the country and its practices. And Finland is offering guidance on how to be happier, free of charge. Back in March, the country’s tourism … Read more

The Greatest Being pregnant Pillows, as Examined By a Pregnant Wellness Editor

$70 at Walmart Frida Mother Adjustable Hold-Cool Being pregnant Pillow Greatest general being pregnant pillow $90 at Bellybandit Stomach Bandit S.O.S. Aspect Sleeper Being pregnant Wedge Pillow Greatest adjustable being pregnant pillow $65 at Momcozy Momcozy Huggable Our Maternity Physique Pillow Greatest cooling being pregnant pillow $26 at Hiccapop Hiccapop Being pregnant Pillow Wedge Greatest … Read more

It is ‘lower than you would possibly assume’

Exercising is the important thing to boosting well being and longevity, however it may be difficult to suit into our busy schedules. As a health coach, I see lots of people attempt to get in a minimum of half-hour to an hour a day. That is a superb purpose, however the minimal quantity of train … Read more

6LACK And Endel To Launch Albums For ‘Wellness And Therapeutic’

A brand new sleep soundscape album based mostly on 6LACK’s newest launch Since I Have A Lover will likely be accessible on all main DSPs, within the Endel app for a restricted time, and celebrated with stay occasions in LA and Berlin. To develop the album’s affect and attain folks in new methods, 6LACK has … Read more

this is what I hope to realize

Lower than two years after ending graduate college, I’ve discovered myself signing up for what could also be my most unusual class but: a course referred to as “Managing Happiness,” led by Harvard College professor, Arthur Brooks. As a well being and wellness reporter, I’ve observed that folks can not help however really feel drawn … Read more