Category: Wellness Blogs
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The Science Behind Psychedelic Retreats: How Psychedelics Are Helping People Heal
In recent years, psychedelic retreats have gained popularity as a unique and promising method for mental health and addiction treatment. Psychedelic substances like psilocybin and LSD, once seen as dangerous and illegal drugs, are now being used in carefully controlled environments to promote healing and personal growth. While this may seem like a new approach,…
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Walkability Is Longevity: How Walkable Is Your City?
If you are an habitant of an urban area, think about this: how often do you walk to your local grocery store, gym, or job? If you have children, can they safely walk to school or visit their friends? What does crossing the street look like? Are cars or pedestrians given priority? Your answers determine…
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How To Prioritize Your Eye Health in the Digital Age
We live in the digital age, where we are constantly on our digital devices. From cell phones and laptops to tablets and computers, these devices have become a crucial part of our everyday lives. However, this is taking a toll on our physical health, more specifically, our eye health. These screens may seem harmless, but…
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Tremors Aren’t Always Deadly or Drug Induced: The Stigma Behind Shaking Hands
Shaking hands have long been associated with a number of conditions, including Parkinson’s Disease. Shaking hands has also been associated with substance abuse, and this has been the face of stigma, creating a veil of shame for many. However, shaking hands is a sign of an extremely common “disorder” that is not life-threatening, or linked…
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Health Tests You Should Do To Boost Your Longevity
It is widely known that you should visit your general practitioner once a year. However, waiting for this annual visit isn’t ideal for your health. After all, as the saying goes, prevention is better than cure. We can achieve this by conducting tests, procedures, and self-checks to ensure that early detection is prioritized. From different…
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Dr. Cedric Rutland Talks On The Dangers of Vaping
Vaping is a topic that has seen increased coverage over the past few weeks, with the CDC recently reporting that over 2.55 million middle and high school students had vaped in the past 30 days, with 85% of them opting for flavored vapes. Vaping is now considered a global epidemic. Professor Brian Premack stated how…
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Ozempic: The Global Misuse of This Type 2 Diabetes Medication for Weight Loss
Type 2 diabetes is the most common kind of diabetes. According to the CDC, about 37 million Americans are living with diabetes (about 1 in 10), with 90-95% having Type 2 Diabetes. Including Metformin, few interventions are available. However, due to global supply chain issues and soaring demand, there is currently a global shortage of drugs intended…
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Australia Becomes First Nation To Allow Medical Use of Magic Mushrooms and MDMA
In recent years, the opinion of psychedelic drugs has shifted, especially with growing research suggesting their potential as health-improving medicines. Now, in a groundbreaking decision, Australia recently announced that as of July 1st, it would legalize the use of psilocybin and MDMA – for health conditions of course. Australia Officially Recognizes and Legalizes Psychedelics as…
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NFL Star Aaron Rodgers To Embark on Darkness Therapy
Aaron Rodgers, a quarterback for the Green Bay Packers, recently revealed that he will be embarking on a four-night “darkness retreat.” He wants to use the retreat to help him decide on his 2023 football plans. He’s attempting to figure out whether he will stay with his current team, accept trade deals, or ultimately retire.…
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Psilocybin: You Can Now Legally Use Magic Mushrooms in Oregon
On the first day of 2023, the state of Oregon officially legalized the adult use of psilocybin – a natural compound found in magic mushrooms, responsible for the psychedelic effects or “trip” that users experience. In 2020, Oregon passed a ballot that allowed the Oregon Health Authority to license and regulate the manufacturing, transportation, and…