If theres one goal that most parents have starting out, its fostering a childhood that isnt dependent on screens one where kids play outdoors, do creative crafts and activities, and read books for fun in their downtime. But then reality sets in, the kids plead that all their friends watch TV and tablets, and there are chores to be done and dinners to make, and the screen-time restrictions relax. There is something to those initial screen-time concerns, though: According to a study published in JAMA Pediatrics in 2019, screen use changes the way kids brains are wired. Children who have more screen time have lower structural integrity of white matter tracts in parts of the brain that support language and...
Dieters, step on your scales! (DAILY) By Rosie Mestel, LATimes.com Losing weight is hard and you might say hardly studied. Only recently have scientists clinically shown that the widely used Atkins diet actually works, and theyve yet to definitively weigh in on another diet-related question: Does regularly stepping on the scales help a dieter lose weight? Sure it does, say many weight loss experts. Weighing yourself is a clear way to monitor progress or catch (and nip in the bud) a slow, steady uptick in lardage. Not so fast, say others. The glacially slow nature of weight loss, plus those spiky daily fluctuations in body weight, might actually make dieters more apt to throw in the towel. Now, just in...
Travel. Adventure. Yoga. Travel. Adventure. Yoga. - Travel. Adventure. Yoga. Looking for things to do in Hoi An? In this post, we share our favourite transformational experiences in this beautiful city. Read on to discover the activities and experiences in Hoi An that will stick with you for years and leave you a little bit different than when you arrived. What’s in our guide to things to do in Hoi An? [hide] Our Top 3 Favourite Hoi An Activities Outdoor Activities in Hoi An Transformational Things to do at Night Shopping in Hoi An Wellness Activities in Hoi An Eating & Drinking A Final Note About Transformational Things to do in Hoi An Practical Details for Visiting Hoi An Best...
Introducing patterns can add style and visual interest to your clothes. With a little help, you can learn how to add prints and patterns to whatever style you are wearing. You may find it a bit confusing at first, but the more you experiment with them, the better you become at matching what works and leaving what doesn’t. These tips will take you from armature to pro where mixing and matching patterns is a concern. 1.Start simple When you know nothing about patterns, it can be a bit intimidating when you finally decide to make the bold move. Start by incorporating some men’s accessories with subtle patterns. For instance, a checked bowtie will be perfect for that work event. Maybe...
