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City Quitters • 379 implied HN points • 13 Oct 23
🎭️ Culture Urban Studies Cultural Trends Lifestyle changes Travel experiences
  1. More people are thinking about leaving cities for a simpler life. It's a trend that seems to be growing.
  2. The author is curious about what holds people back from moving to rural areas and what challenges they face there.
  3. After a long time away from the city, the author felt renewed and wants to share insights and stories through a newsletter.

Defaults: how to make them work for you

Tranquil Thoughts • 59 implied HN points • 01 Jun 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Growth Mental health Habit formation Self-Improvement Lifestyle changes
  1. Defaults are the choices you make without really thinking, like how you introduce yourself or what you watch on TV. It's good to be aware of them.
  2. Choosing the right defaults can save you time and help you build better habits. For example, listening to podcasts can improve your language skills.
  3. You have the power to change your defaults so they work for you instead of against you. Think about how to make your daily choices support your goals.

The Hidden Link Between Seed Oils and America's Fentanyl Crisis

Who is Robert Malone • 25 implied HN points • 04 Dec 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Chronic Pain Public Health Dietary Guidelines Lifestyle changes
  1. Seed oils, like soybean and sunflower oil, may lead to inflammation and worsening chronic pain because they are high in omega-6 fatty acids.
  2. Eating a lot of seed oils can create an imbalance with omega-3 fatty acids, which is important for keeping inflammation in check.
  3. Shifting towards whole, minimally processed foods and healthier fats could help reduce pain and dependence on painkillers like opioids.

My biggest personality changes over the years | #36

The Pole • 119 implied HN points • 14 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Growth Self-awareness Lifestyle changes Mindset Habits
  1. Personal growth involves changing one's mindset about various aspects of life, like voting, making one's bed, and beliefs in astrology, marketing, and traditions.
  2. Embracing rituals and respecting the values of others can lead to being less arrogant, more open-minded, and achieving internal harmony.
  3. Being humble, earnest, and accepting the value in experiences, even if they may seem trivial at first, can lead to a more fulfilling and harmonious life.
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How I reduced my phone usage by 99%

Chronicles and Meditations • 4 HN points • 14 Jul 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Digital detox Mental health Self-Improvement Technology influence Lifestyle changes
  1. Reducing phone usage significantly can lead to feeling more present and less inclined to compulsively consume
  2. Being phone-less made the author realize the world is full of clues and people are willing to help, adapting to a phone-free lifestyle is possible
  3. Phones can be insatiable entertainment devices, impacting mental bandwidth and mood, but they are valuable for practical needs like emergencies

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Ben’s Blog 🏉 🧠🧑‍💻 • 21 implied HN points • 30 Oct 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Wellness Practices Lifestyle changes
  1. ADHD and anxiety are often misunderstood, but they don't define you. It's possible to change habits and improve your situation if you believe you can.
  2. Burnout can build up without you noticing, like carbon monoxide. It's important to recognize early signs like fatigue or irritability to prevent bigger problems.
  3. Having a personal 'canary' to detect stress can help monitor your wellbeing. Knowing when to take a break or recover is crucial for avoiding burnout.

Survivors: Mastering Disease Management Through Gut Health

Gutsphere - Your Ultimate Guide to Optimal Gut Health • 19 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Disease Management Gut Health Lifestyle changes Nutrition Research Studies
  1. Understanding disease involves diagnosis, symptoms, and prognosis.
  2. The gut microbiome plays a crucial role in disease pathogenesis, progression, and treatment response.
  3. Diet, lifestyle choices, and interventions like probiotics are key in managing and reversing diseases.

Bite-Sized Self-Care Challenge Day 25

QUALITY BOSS • 0 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-care Mental health Physical health Wellness Practices Lifestyle changes
  1. Taking regular breaks is important for maintaining focus and productivity. It helps clear your mind and prevents you from ignoring basic needs like hydration and hunger.
  2. Scheduling breaks can be effective. Using tools like a visual timer can remind you when it's time to step away and recharge.
  3. You can use your break time for simple activities like stretching, getting water, or just relaxing. Choose whatever helps you feel refreshed.

Dosing Ozempic for Weight Loss: A Practical Guide

semaglutide • 0 implied HN points • 22 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Loss Medication Side Effects Lifestyle changes
  1. To dose Ozempic for weight loss effectively, start with a low dosage and gradually increase under a doctor's supervision.
  2. Common side effects of Ozempic can include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, so it's important to consult your doctor if any side effects occur.
  3. In addition to medication, successful weight loss may also require lifestyle changes like a balanced diet, increased physical activity, and setting achievable goals.

Some Notes about Personal Improvement

Kartick’s Blog • 0 implied HN points • 11 Feb 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Growth Mental health Self-Improvement Lifestyle changes Wellness strategies
  1. It's okay to focus on one area of improvement at a time, depending on what feels right for you. Sometimes it's best to pause and add new things back gradually when you're ready.
  2. Instead of aiming for a specific result, focus on taking action. Set short deadlines to try new things, and don't worry if the outcome isn't perfect right away.
  3. Take small steps to push your comfort zone a little at a time. Smaller, consistent actions can lead to better results and less stress than trying to make huge leaps all at once.

A North Star Metric for my Personal Life

CAUSL Effect • 0 implied HN points • 05 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Health Dieting Exercise Mental health Lifestyle changes
  1. Using a North Star Metric can help simplify personal goals. It lets you focus on one main goal instead of getting overwhelmed by many smaller targets.
  2. Brushing teeth by 8pm is an effective way to support health goals. It helps avoid late-night snacking, encourages intermittent fasting, and increases energy levels.
  3. Tracking progress is important for staying motivated. By monitoring this specific behavior, you can work towards better health outcomes more easily.

The Hidden Truth About Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 02 Mar 09
🏥 Health & Wellness Cholesterol Heart Disease Cancer Lifestyle changes
  1. The huge profits from cholesterol-lowering drugs drive the production of these medications, as well as the official government recommendations regarding cholesterol and statins.
  2. The myth that lowering LDL cholesterol with statins will protect against disease is not supported by evidence showing cholesterol levels do not always correlate with atherosclerosis.
  3. High cholesterol has been consistently linked to lower mortality in various studies, challenging the prevailing belief that low cholesterol levels are always beneficial.