Fitness vs Weight: Which Matters More for Longevity?
Want to lower your risk of heart disease and early death? It turns out that getting fit may matter more than your weight. A recent study found that being physically fit can reduce your risk of dying, even if you're overweight or obese. In fact, fit people—regardless of their size—had similar mortality risks to those who were a healthy weight and fit. On the other hand, being unfit, no matter your weight, can increase your risk of death by two to three times. The bottom line? Fitness is the true game-changer when it comes to staying healthy and living longer. (
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8 Best Drinks for Young-Looking Skin
Want to keep your skin looking as youthful as it should? The secret isn't about trying to look decades younger, but about nourishing your skin to its fullest potential. While factors like sun exposure, poor diet, and lack of exercise can age our skin faster than we'd like, the good news is that your skin is highly responsive to positive changes. One of the easiest and most effective ways to boost your skin’s appearance is through what you drink. Hydration is key, and the best skin-loving drinks start with water as their foundation. Then, add these ingredients and you’ll have healthier, more radiant skin before you know it. (
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Why Waking Up Naturally Feels Better
Why does it feel better to wake up naturally without an alarm clock? It’s because when you wake up naturally, you’re closer to the end of your natural sleep cycle. Sleep cycles consist of non-REM and REM stages, with REM being lighter sleep where most dreaming occurs. Throughout the night these cycles repeat, and as the night progresses REM sleep increases. When you wake up naturally, it tends to happen near the end of your sleep cycle. However, your alarm clock disrupts this process by waking you up during deeper sleep, which can feel jarring. Interestingly, you can train yourself to wake up without an alarm at a certain time. (
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