Hello health news readers! My name is Kaitlin and I’m here to share the best wellness tips on the web. The holiday weekend may be coming to an end, but summer is in full swing – and so is the scorching weather. Stay cool and use the summer sun as an excuse to eat lots of watermelon and gazpacho!
Of course, before venturing outdoors, check the local weather forecast — and, if you’re a fan, your horoscope. So read the tips below to see how you can improve your overall health and well-being this week.
Skip the bacon
Reducing your consumption of processed meat – such as bacon, cold cuts and hot dogs – by just 30% can help prevent diabetes, colorectal cancer and even heart disease. a new study finds. Need a healthier swap for your BLT? Try a hummus and veggie wrap for an extra boost of fiber, which most Americans really need.
Build your social circle
Chronic loneliness is an American epidemic, according to the surgeon general — but now, new research says it can also increase your risk of stroke by up to 56 percent. Struggling to find social connections? Try volunteering in the community, talking to neighbors, or participating in local events like art shows or educational workshops.
Eat lobster, live long?
Living in the triple digits is a rare feat — which is why 104-year-old lobster fisherman Virginia Oliver is sharing her tips on how to thrive. This includes abstaining from smoking and alcohol, enjoying time in nature and, of course, consuming lots of lobster – which is a great source of zinc, selenium and vitamin B12.
Use insect repellent
Boring bug news: Mosquito-borne illnesses are on the rise, with officials confirming that some of these bugs have tested positive for West Nile. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has also warned people about the rise in dengue fever, which is transmitted by mosquitoes and endemic in places like Puerto Rico. Fight back by using insect repellent and avoiding pools of standing water, which can breed these pesky bloodsuckers.
Practice patience
Do you get frustrated easily? You are not alone. While some people are lucky enough to be born patients, there’s good news if you’re not one of them: you can work on it. Oprah Daily has tips for becoming more patient — and yes, that includes limiting screen time. (Sorry!)
Take the ice cream truck
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream — which might actually be a better-for-you summer treat than you thought, according to nutritionists. They say it may be a better choice for controlling blood sugar than some other desserts on the menu.
Lean on happiness
An Ivy League education in happiness? Yahoo creator Sean Kernan enrolled in Yale University’s free eight-week happiness course called The Science of Wellbeingand is sharing the top four things he learned – how to savor, which is deliberately thinking about an activity you just enjoyed and taking a moment to appreciate it.
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