Eating for Energy: 7 Foods That Battle Fatigue

Mia Barnes 07/31/2023

Not all foods are equal — some can boost energy to fight fatigue, while others make you feel drowsy and exhausted. Be aware of the good and bad options for your health, especially if you have sensitivities. Here are seven foods to eat to make you feel energetic. 1. Water Water is carb and calorie-free, so it doesn’t satiate your hunger to overcome fatigue. However, drinking initiates the body’s energy process, preventing dehydration that causes fatigue and mood swings. Hydrate with water to flush out toxins and feel better. 2. Bananas Gym-goers eat a banana before they leave home. It gives them a spurt of energy enough to lift weights and run on a treadmill. One small banana has 23 grams of carbohydrates, equivalent to…

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Mia Barnes

4 Tips on How to Drink More Water Daily

Staying hydrated can be challenging for those who don’t like the taste of water or busy bees who struggle to meet their daily intake. The warmer months present even more of a struggle. However, water is an essential component to keep you hydrated and healthy. Here are some ways to get more water in your system every day. 1. Set a Daily Goal Daily water intake depends on lifestyle factors like activity level, health and medications and age, and varies by individual. While the daily amount of water you need changes based on your unique needs, most people aren’t getting enough water. Setting a daily goal can help you stay on track. Around four to six cups of water daily is enough for generally healthy…

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Mia Barnes 06/12/2023

How to Give Your Immune System a Boost Through Healthy Eating

With parties, barbecues, and playdates, it can be difficult to avoid the germs escaping coughs and sneezes from your peers, colleagues or family members. However, there are several ways you can build up your immune system to combat sickness and sniffles. One method is to incorporate healthy eating habits into your routine. The Importance of Nutrition for the Immune System Your immune system works hard to protect your body from harmful viruses, bacteria and parasites. It uses innate immunity as the first line of defense, including barriers like skin, mucus, stomach acid and enzymes. However, if a microbe slips through, your body will use its adaptive immunity to target the substance and zap it out of your system. The adaptive immune system will then remember…

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Mia Barnes 06/05/2023

Quit Aimlessly Snacking With These 6 Tips

Aimless snacking can have serious implications for your health and well-being. As such, it’s essential to nip bad habits in the bud.

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Mia Barnes 02/12/2024

woman showing stress, compassion fatigue is valid.

Compassion Fatigue is Valid 一Here’s How to Beat it

Compassion Fatigue is Valid. Here’s How to Beat it. If you’re in the helping profession, you’ve probably heard about – or even personally experienced – compassion fatigue. Compassion fatigue is a very common experience, similar to burnout, in certain caretaking professions. Some studies suggest that women may be more vulnerable to compassion fatigue than men. We’re here to tell you that compassion fatigue is completely valid and normal; if you’re experiencing it, it doesn’t mean that you’re a bad person or employee. Here’s everything you need to know about what compassion fatigue is, why it’s valid, and what you can do about it if you’re going through it. What is compassion fatigue? Compassion fatigue, sometimes referred to as secondary trauma or vicarious trauma, is an…

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Gina Messina, Ph.D. 10/26/2021

woman on laptop on virtual conference call experiencing zoom fatigue

Women Are More Impacted by Zoom Fatigue: Here’s Why, and What We can Do About It

Zoom, and other virtual conferencing platforms like it, became both our favorite and least favorite piece of technology over the past year and a half. On one hand, they allowed us to keep in touch with our loved ones when it otherwise wouldn’t have been possible. On the other hand, the constant virtual meetings became absolutely exhausting for many of us. “Zoom fatigue” is what happens when you’re burnt out on virtual meetings, and it can affect anyone. However, research shows that women are more affected by Zoom fatigue than men. Why is this, and what can women do about it? Read on for more. What Is “Zoom Fatigue”? Whether you’re using Zoom (and other video conferencing platforms, like Skype or Google Meet) for work…

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Gina Messina, Ph.D. 09/27/2021

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