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NEW YORK (AP) — In a dimly lit room decorated with lights and ivy, transit agency workers stream in and lie down on inflatable cots. Soothing piano music plays as a teacher helps them rub their ankles and toes and tucks each one in with a warm blanket and eye mask.”Breathe in,” she says, “and imagine a balloon inflating with fresh energy. Feel your spine soften.”Teacher Lalita Dunbar walks around the classroom spraying lavender and lemon-scented mist.”When the bell rings, take a deep breath,” she says.The relaxation class, held at New York City Transit workers’ union hall, has emerged as…

NEW YORK (AP) — In a dimly lit room decorated with lights and ivy, transit agency workers stream in and lie down on inflatable cots. Soothing piano music plays as a teacher helps them rub their ankles and toes and tucks each one in with a warm blanket and eye mask.”Breathe in,” she says, “and imagine a balloon inflating with fresh energy. Your spine becomes flexible.”Teacher Lalita Dunbar walks around the classroom spraying lavender and lemon-scented mist.”When the bell rings, take a deep breath,” she says.The relaxation class, held at New York City Transit workers’ union hall, has emerged as…

Gone are the days when zucchini was just a green squash that overflowed in summer gardens. Today, zucchini is a low-carb hero, taking the place of pasta in traditionally carb-heavy dishes and acting as a carrier for other favorite foods and ingredients (think zucchini cacio e pepe, zucchini pizza boats, and garlic-Parmesan hasselbacks). But zucchini’s low carb status isn’t the only thing it’s worthy of praise: Like most vegetables, it’s packed with nutrients. Read on to find out more about its health benefits. Zucchini Nutrition According to the USDA, 1 cup of cooked zucchini contains the following nutrients: calorie: 27protein:…

Mendis, S., Davis, S. & Norrving, B. Organizational update: The world health organization global status report on noncommunicable diseases 2014; one more landmark step in the combat against stroke and vascular disease. Stroke 46, e121–e122. https://doi.org/10.1161/strokeaha.115.008097 (2015).Article  ADS  PubMed  Google Scholar  Navickas, R., Petric, V. K., Feigl, A. B. & Seychell, M. Multimorbidity: What do we know? What should we do? J. Comorb. 6, 4–11. https://doi.org/10.15256/joc.2016.6.72 (2016).Article  PubMed  PubMed Central  Google Scholar  Prados-Torres, A., Calderón-Larrañaga, A., Hancco-Saavedra, J., Poblador-Plou, B. & van den Akker, M. Multimorbidity patterns: A systematic review. J. Clin. Epidemiol. 67, 254–266. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclinepi.2013.09.021 (2014).Article  PubMed  Google Scholar …

The idea that a particular place can bring us closer to God contradicts the idea of ​​omnipresence.By Jim HuttonNational Geographic recently aired a story on their video channel about sacred relics, focusing in particular on the “crown of thorns” that Jesus is said to have worn when he carried his cross. This “crown” was forced on Jesus by the Romans as a symbol of dishonor. Christians have since transformed it into a symbol of hope and longing to be closer to God. The crown of thorns is kept and protected in the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.Jim HuttonAnother sacred symbol…

Story continues below. Advertisement Sprouts are a nutritional powerhouse that offer numerous health benefits. Sprouts are young germinated seeds or legumes that are packed with essential nutrients, including vitamins (A, C, K), minerals (iron, calcium, magnesium), antioxidants and enzymes. As such, they are beneficial for your overall health, boosting your immunity, improving digestion, supporting detoxification and heart health. Sprouts are low in calories and high in dietary fiber, helping you feel fuller and aiding in weight management.Eating sprouts every day can be extremely beneficial for your health. According to Rama Shrivastava, nutritionist at Mothercare Hospital, here are 8 benefits you…

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]Veteran actress Helen, who has won the hearts of fans with her on-screen performances, has been keeping them enthralled with her fitness regime of late. Arbaaz Khan’s wife and make-up artist Shura Khan has also joined the list of Helen’s fans. On Wednesday, Shura Khan shared a picture with her “pilates buddy” Helen on her Instagram story. In the photo, Shula can be seen kissing Helen on the cheek. Also seen in the photo is Pilates trainer Yasmin Karachiwala. Helen can be seen cutely pouting as she receives some affection from her stepdaughter and trainer. Sharing the picture,…

I love going to the gym and lifting weights, but lately I’ve been into Pilates, a low-impact, bodyweight workout with loads of benefits. The mindful movement of Pilates is similar to yoga and is great for improving strength, coordination and posture.Pilates Instructor Madeleine Abeid Recently, I shared a routine that shows just how versatile Pilates can be.With just five movements, this workout will help strengthen your glutes and hamstrings, as well as strengthen your shoulders and core.Madeleine Abeid’s 10 Minute Pilates MethodNo equipment is needed to perform this workout, but Abeid wears weights on his ankles. If you’re comfortable with…

Key points • Question: Would acupuncture be potentially beneficial for neurological and neuropsychiatric symptoms in long COVID patients? • Findings: In this meta-analysis of 110 studies, it was found that acupuncture, compared to medication or sham acupuncture, could improve the measurement scores of symptoms, including fatigue, depression, cognitive impairment, headache, and insomnia, among long COVID patients. Approximately 7.8% of patients who received acupuncture treatment reported the incidence of adverse effects. • Meaning: This systematic review suggested that acupuncture could be explored as an alternative approach for addressing neurological and neuropsychiatric complications in long COVID patients. 1 Introduction Approximately 10–30% of…

Refresh, reflect and rebalance at Six Senses Vana’s Monsoon Wellness Retreat July 19, 2024 India, July 2024: With the monsoon season upon us, Six Senses Vana is at its greenest. Regarded as an ideal time for wellness retreats, the rainy season offers the opportunity to detoxify and purify the body and mind while recovering from the summer heat. Inspired by Buddhist philosophy, monsoon at Six Senses Vana is linked to Vassa, a historic practice where monks stay in one place for three months and intensively study the teachings of the Dharma. The retreat period is therefore used for self-reflection, contemplation…