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Mirriam-Webster defines the word ”advocate” as “one who supports or promotes the interests of a cause or group.” That word and definition fits August Burns Red lead vocalist Jake Luhrs to a T. Luhrs has earned a lot of success in his 19 years performing in the popular metalcore band, but he does...

The Energy Disruptor This common vitamin deficiency makes you sad, anxious, weak, and insufferable. Let's fix that. When researchers studied over 160,000 vegans and vegetarians, they discovered an alarming trend: their mental health was not good. They were twice as likely to take medication for...

Burnout has become an all-too-familiar term, especially among professionals juggling demanding jobs, tight schedules, and personal responsibilities. The constant pressure to perform, meet deadlines, and manage both career and personal life often leads to exhaustion, anxiety, and a feeling of...

You can say that Chingy still “got it,” even after more than two decades since his breakthrough debut album, Jackpot, instantly solidified his status in the hip-hop history books. Today, as the older, wiser—and more muscular—rap superstar puts it, Chingy’s never actually lost a beat. At age 44...

U.S. Marine Vet Akshay Nanavati is just a few days deep into a challenge many would describe as “impossible,” and maybe even “nuts,” yet at the same time “incredible.” On Nov. 8th, Akshay set off to embark on a 110-day solo coast-to-coast ski expedition across Antarctica, covering 1,700 miles...

Boost Your Mood, Fight Cognitive Decline Certain nutritional deficiencies can cause or exacerbate mood and mental health issues. Here are the best supplements to stave them off. Many common mental health issues can be caused or exacerbated by nutritional deficiencies. Just as we can optimize our...

The interconnectedness between physical and mental health has been a subject of interest in the wellness landscape, prompting discussions about the importance of holistic approaches to healthcare. For instance, recent studies have explored the relationship between depression and obesity...

Giving up carb heavy meals that are often associated with feeling warm and fuzzy, like freshly cooked bread or perfectly cooked potatoes doesn’t sound like a successful recipe for remedying our mental health, but recent research is showing that a ketogenic diet has a positive association with...

You’ve probably already noticed that age really is just a number, but while it’s simply not possible to permanently hold back the hands of time, we can all observe that some people age better than others. According to recent research, sticking it to Father Time is all about motivation when it...

Mental health of Olympic athletes is no longer a taboo subject among these elite athletes, thanks in part to those who are willing to speak out about the pressures of competing at the highest level, like gymnast Simone Biles. And so, with the Paris 2024 Olympic Games mere months away, the U.S...

Finding quality mental healthcare in the United States can be a nightmare. Therapy is often expensive, and many therapists do not accept health insurance or have long waiting lists for new patients. And for active men, there are also cultural barriers to accessing mental healthcare. The ideal...

The past few years have taken a toll on the mental health of millions around the world. Whether it’s dealing with pandemic fallout or fears of a recession, stress and anxiety seem especially high these days. With that increase in worry, individuals are searching for help. People spend millions...

Fitness challenges are a popular new trend in our current culture. Whether it’s the latest dieting regimen for weight loss or a strength training program for muscle building, there always seems to be something circulating on our social media newsfeed. Recently, the 75 Hard Program has surfaced...

Is There a Body Dysmorphia Test? For several decades, unrealistic and subjective beauty standards have consistently been perpetuated by society and social media. Sadly, such standards of beauty have given rise to more severe mental health conditions, especially body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)...

Boost Your Mood, Fight Cognitive Decline Many common mental health issues can be caused or exacerbated by nutritional deficiencies. Just as we can optimize our bodies with the right supplementation, so too can we help optimize our minds with the right supplements. Here are the best supplements...

Are the weights feeling heavy? Is your body feeling sluggish? Well, just change the way you think to overcome these feelings and crush your workout. Sounds a little woo woo, but it turns out that much of our physical performance depends on the mind, which is great news because it means we can...

Many common mental health issues can be caused or exacerbated by nutritional deficiencies. Just as we can optimize our bodies with the right supplementation, so too can we help optimize our minds with the right supplements. Here are the best supplements to consider. 1. OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS –...

by Gabrielle Kassel, CF-L1 “Stress poops”, “nervous butterflies”, and “anxiety burps” have long clued people into the possibility that the gut and brain are intertwined. In recent years, though, research on this relationship has proved that the gut-brain connection isn’t just anecdotal, but...

by Jillian Babcock We know that what we eat greatly influences our physical health and mental well-being. It may not come as a surprise, then, that due to how nutrients in foods impact our blood sugar levels, gut health, neurotransmitter production, and many other functions, our diets...

by Lauren Del Turco, CPT Whether you haven’t chugged an energy drink since cramming for college exams or crack one open before every workout, you probably associate these colorful cans with one thing: caffeine. And, sure, caffeine does play a leading role in pretty much every popular energy...