For many, the new normal includes a lot of virtual meetings, and we need the connection right now. Even so, screen time can be draining. According to some doodling experts (yes, they do exist) and scientific research, there is a convincing case that doodling isn’t a bad habit. In fact, doodling has many mental health […]
How Long Should I Wait to Exercise after Eating?
It’s often recommended to eat before exercising to top off your energy stores. However, some people may experience side effects when eating too close to exercising. These can usually be avoided by allowing sufficient time for digestion, though this time period varies by the type of exercise. Here are some tips: Experiment to determine your […]
How diet can affect mental health: The likely link between food and the brain
In some studies, healthy eating — fruits, vegetables, healthy fats and whole grains — was in fact linked to lower risk of depression and even suicide. “Although the determinants of mental health are complex, the emerging and compelling evidence for nutrition as a crucial factor in the high prevalence and incidence of mental disorders,” researchers wrote in […]