Why Sleep is Important for your Well-being
Did you know that more than 30% of adults worldwide have reported experiencing insomnia symptoms? To many of us, sleep is often the first thing we sacrifice in a busy, modern lifestyle. Think about it – there are so many entertainment options, and too little free time to pursue them all. Whether it’s staying up late to finish work or scrolling through social media to unwind, many people treat having sufficient sleep as optional. In reality, sleep is a fundamental biological function—just as essential as good nutrition and sufficient exercise—and plays a critical role in maintaining our overall well-being.
How to Reduce Smartphone Addiction?
Smartphone addiction, informally known as “nomophobia” has become an emerging problem in many countries. Up to 21.3% of families in China worry about smartphone addiction in children, with planned implementation of restricted handphone access to reduce handphone addiction. Why are smartphones becoming popular and irreplaceable to some people, and what are effective ways to reduce this addiction?
Better Living and Longevity: Active Lifestyle, The Blue Zone Way
This article introduces the key ideas behind the active lifestyle frequently depicted by the centenarians in the Blue Zones across Italy, Japan, Greece, the United States and Costa Rica.
Common Blue Zone factors include a plant-based diet, regular physical activity, strong social connections, and a sense of purpose. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the factors that improve our physical health for better living, and perhaps, longevity.
Blue Zone Diet: The 80% Rule – Eat Less, Live More
The United Nations reports that people in all regions of the world have been eating more calories since the year 2000, with the highest spike, in Asian countries in 2021. Europe and North America top the calorie race with a whopping 3,540 calories per day. In addition, the number of calories per person consumed globally, increased by a full nine per cent on average last year, to 2,960 per day, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) reported.
Do we really need that many calories on a daily basis? Here, we explore the health benefits of eating till 80% full and what research says about its efficacy.
Unplug to Recharge: The Science-Backed Benefits of a Digital Detox
We’ve all experienced it—the constant stream of notifications, emails, and social media updates can wear down both mental and physical wellbeing. That is why digital detoxing, or intentionally stepping away from digital devices, has gained attention as a wellness strategy for reducing the effects of excessive screen time. But how effective is it according to science? Let’s take a closer look.