Posted on March 31, 2020 by worklife

An expert weighs in on the psychological effects of an outbreak, and the steps we can take to prioritize our well-being. By Dr. Sandro Galea The ongoing Covid-19 outbreak is in many ways unprecedented, in both the scale of this challenge, the scale of public health response, and the historical context in which all this is unfolding. […]

Posted on March 30, 2020 by worklife

Posted on March 27, 2020 by worklife

Posted on March 26, 2020 by worklife

The right mindset and these tips will make all the difference.   By Elaine Lipworth, Content Writer at Thrive Global As a writer for Thrive, working from home, rather than in a supportive office environment, can sometimes be challenging. Staying focused on the job and being productive takes discipline. Remaining enthusiastic without the moral support of your team to […]

Posted on March 25, 2020 by worklife

Washing our hands is important, but it’s also vital that we commit to building additional preventive healthy habits. By Marina Khidekel, Head of Content Development at Thrive Global We need to expand the conversation about coronavirus to include a crucial aspect of health: proactively strengthening our immune system. “This is one of the best things we can do to protect […]

Posted on March 24, 2020 by worklife

You may already suspect your metabolism slows as you age. According to research published in the Public Health Nutrition journal, you’re right. In a review of data on energy expenditure, researchers found simply getting older is associated with progressive declines in basal metabolic rate. On top of that, there are many daily habits that can […]

Posted on March 23, 2020 by worklife

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Posted on March 19, 2020 by worklife

Just about everyone has ordered a side of fries after catching an intoxicating whiff. But new research, which was published in the Journal of Marketing Research, says that basking in the scent of junk food for at least two minutes can actually help you make healthier food choices. In a series of experiments, the researchers found a surprising […]

Posted on March 18, 2020 by worklife

For many, the phrase physical activity conjures sweaty runs or power-lifting sessions at the gym. But the latest federal guidelines support a much broader — and ultimately less intimidating — definition of what it means to be active: one that includes less obvious pursuits like taking the stairs, raking leaves and even bird-watching. This subtle shift in messaging may […]