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- The real reason for nail-biting and other ‘bad habits,’ according to psychologists
Nail-biting, procrastination and avoidance are often framed as bad habits we can't control, but a new psychology book argues that they’re more like survival strategies that may have once protected us.In "Controlled Explosions in Mental Health," clinical psychologist Dr. Charlie Heriot-Maitland examined why people stick with bad habits that seem to work against their own best interest.Drawing on years of clinical research and therapeutic practice, the expert reveals how the brain prioritizes predictability and safety over comfort and happiness.HAPPINESS EXPERT SHARES 6-STEP MORNING ROUTINE THAT BOOSTS MOOD AND PRODUCTIVITY"Our brain is a survival machine," he told Fox News Digital. "It is programmed not to optimize our happiness and well-being, but to keep us alive."For much of human history, being caught off-guard could be fatal, research shows. "The brain prefers predictable pain over unpredictable threat," Heriot-Maitland said. "It does not like surprises."When faced with uncertainty, the brain may opt for smaller,… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.2 hours ago - Martha Stewart shares 7 tips for aging well: ‘Look good, feel good, be good’Martha Stewart has emphasized her focus on healthy living, as she remains physically active and engaged in business and creative pursuits well into her 80s.On a recent episode of the podcast "50 & Unfiltered," the lifestyle icon, 84, spoke with her longtime friend and colleague, QVC host Shawn Killinger, about a variety of topics, including wellness, resilience and living with a sense of purpose.During the discussion, Stewart shared some of her top secrets to aging gracefully.CREATIVE HOBBIES KEEP THE BRAIN YOUNG, STUDY FINDS; HERE ARE THE BEST ONES TO PURSUEStewart shared that she believes aging well is the result of consistent self-care, regular maintenance and long-term discipline rather than pursuing drastic fixes."It doesn't appeal to me," she said when asked about her thoughts on plastic surgery. "I have this theory that if one takes care of oneself really well and follows strict but not life-threatening kinds of disciplines, one can… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.6 hours ago
- Feeling lonely? Simple 5-3-1 rule could help you make more connectionsSocial connection is known to be a key factor in overall health and well-being.About one in six people worldwide experience loneliness, which is linked to around 871,000 deaths annually due to impacts on health, according to the World Health Organization.One approach gaining attention is the 5-3-1 rule, a simple framework designed to help people build and maintain social relationships in everyday life.ONE TOXIC BEHAVIOR KILLS RELATIONSHIPS, LEADING HAPPINESS EXPERT WARNSThe rule was reportedly developed by Canadian sociologist Kasley Killam, who argues that social health should be treated with the same consistency as physical or mental health."We need to be intentional about connection, just like we are with exercise and eating healthy foods," Killam recently told Business Insider.The 5-3-1 rule encourages social connection with three clear targets, as listed below.5: Each week, spend time with five different people or social groups, such as friends, family members, coworkers, neighbors or acquaintances.3: Each… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.1 day ago
- Heart study flags dangerous rhythm risk for endurance athletes over 50Years of high-intensity exercise may come with an unexpected heart risk for male endurance athletes over the age of 50, according to new research from the University of Leeds.The study, published earlier this month in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, found that some endurance athletes over the age of 50 experienced potentially dangerous heart rhythm disturbances during or shortly after exercise — particularly those with scarring in the heart muscle.HIDDEN HEART CHANGES MAY BE TRIGGERED BY EXERCISE, NEW RESEARCH REVEALSResearchers followed 106 healthy male runners and cyclists using wearable activity trackers and implantable heart monitors. About one in four experienced episodes of ventricular tachycardia, a rapid heart rhythm that can become life-threatening if sustained. Three in four of the athletes who had these episodes showed evidence of myocardial scarring."Our study shows that exercise was only associated with a risk of developing abnormal heart rhythms in those who were already high… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.1 day ago
- Does golf count as exercise? Only if you avoid one thing, say expertsAmateur golf might be known as a "leisurely" pastime or a way to network with business colleagues, but recent research suggests that it could double as a form of exercise.While it may not appear to be the most physically demanding sport, golf does have some tangible physical health benefits — especially if you don't use a cart, according to experts."Walking the course, which could be more than 15,000 steps, is obviously exercise, but there are other physically demanding aspects of playing golf," Tom Matassa, a golf-specific medical specialist trained through the Titleist Performance Institute, told Fox News Digital.FORGET 10,000 STEPS — RESEARCH REVEALS THE REAL NUMBER YOU NEED FOR BETTER HEALTH"Even without the walking, the average recreational golfer typically averages between 108 and 200 total swings (including practice swings) for an 18-hole round," noted Matassa, who is also a physical therapist and owner of Dynamic Golf Performance in New York.… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.1 day ago
- Doctor reveals health effects of 30 days without alcohol→ Doctor reveals what 30 days without alcohol does to the brain and body→ Whole milk is headed back to school cafeterias after Trump signs new law→ Oprah reveals her struggle with "shame" at taking weight-loss drugs→ Homeless encampment at center of health alert over rat-borne disease→ What are ‘GLP-3s’? Meet the new generation of weight-loss drugs→ Forced wake-up times could affect your health — how early is too early?→ Eating leftover pasta may be better for blood sugar than a fresh bowl→ Researchers locked flu patients in a hotel with healthy adults — no one got sick→ Simple daily habit may help ease depression more than medication, researchers say→ Sleep patterns could predict risk for dementia, cancer and stroke, study suggests"Red meat and saturated fats were demonized."→ Jillian Michaels breaks down saturated fat and the new food pyramid, praising nutrition guidelines that emphasize protein over processed foodsCLICK HERE FOR… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.2 days ago
- Cancer survival rates reach record high, but deadliest types still put Americans at riskPeople who have received a cancer diagnosis are living longer than ever, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society (ACS).Decades of cancer research have led to more effective treatment of the disease, so that cancer is "becoming less of a death sentence and more of a treatable chronic disease," the 75th annual Cancer Statistics Report stated.The five-year cancer survival rate is now 70% in the U.S., compared to 50% in the mid-1970s.WHY ‘STARVING CANCER’ COULD BE KEY TO SLOWING DISEASE GROWTH, ACCORDING TO DOCTORSThese improvements reflect advances in treatment and earlier diagnosis, said the researchers, who also recognized that screenings for breast cancer and prostate cancer have contributed to survival rates."For example, survival has improved for some types of leukemia because of the development of tyrosine kinase inhibitors, which allow most patients to have a near-normal life expectancy," the researchers said in a press release.The ACS report… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.2 days ago
- Life-extending prostate cancer drug to be offered to thousands in England
Abiraterone will be available in a matter of weeks and will be offered to 7,000 men a year. ...[TheTopNews] Read More.2 days ago
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