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Then the cramps came,” said Currie, one of only five people so far to eat a entire Pepper X. Pepper X is greenish-yellow, doesn’t have the same shelf appeal and carries an earthy flavor once its heat is delivered. His lawyers have counted more than 10,000 products that use the Carolina Reaper name, or its other intellectual property, without permission. He calls most hot pepper challenges stupid and cautions pepper peekers against being overly ambitious and reaching too quickly for a Carolina Reaper or Pepper X. “Is this the pinnacle?” Currie said of Pepper X, a mischievous smile warming his face.

Persons: — Ed Currie, Pepper X, ” Currie, Pepper, ”, Currie, it’s Organizations: Guinness, World Records, Carolina, Reaper Locations: South Carolina, Michigan, York County, Fort Mill

☆ The ‘best-kept secret’ to fighting burnout at work, according to a psychotherapist
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-03 | by ( Morgan Smith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

It's impossible to eliminate stress from work entirely — but you can reduce your risk of burnout with a simple routine adjustment, says Nicholette Leanza, a psychotherapist based in Beachwood, Ohio. One of the earliest signs of burnout, according to the World Health Organization, is energy depletion. You might find it increasingly difficult to concentrate on tasks at work, or feel less motivated to do your job. "Incorporating small self-care activities into your work routine really helps notch down the tension," says Leanza. Check out:How to be happier at work, says Ivy League-trained expert who's led workshops at Google, Microsoft3 sneaky signs you're burned out at work, according to a neuroscientist—and what to do about itWant to be smarter and more successful with your money, work & life?

Persons: Nicholette Leanza, Leanza, who's, — Organizations: World Health Organization, CNBC, Ivy League, Google, Microsoft Locations: Beachwood , Ohio

☆ ‘Cozy cardio’ TikTok trend can ease you into a fitness routine
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-29 | by ( Faye Chiu | Melanie Radzicki Mcmanus | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

If that sounds like you and you’re looking for a way to improve your health, consider giving “cozy cardio” a try. Before these cozy cardio workouts, Zuckerbrow followed a workout plan, filled with loud music, to lose 100 pounds. The first TikTok video she posted of her new exercise routine garnered 400,000 views, and cozy cardio was born. Adults should be getting 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity each week, according to the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, published by the US Department of Health and Human Services. Cozy for lifeZuckerbrow’s fitness and stamina continue to increase, and trips to the gym have replaced some of her cozy cardio workouts.

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☆ Opinion | The Joys of Spite Exercising
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-23 | by ( Jessica Grose | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +3 min

I like to joke that my current fitness level has been achieved through spite. After I had kids, I also resented any notion that I couldn’t possibly attain the fitness level I had before pushing out two nine-pound monsters. I wanted to understand, on a deeper level, why I found this spite exercising so satisfying, beyond the oft-reported mood-enhancing benefits of running. In “Secrets of Giants,” Ages writes:I couldn’t explain it, but going to the gym was bringing me back to life. block, I have a little mantra that I repeat in my head: You can do anything for five minutes.

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☆ How we can protect our kids’ mental health this summer
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-20 | by ( Katia Hetter | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

CNN —Our children are struggling with their mental health. What do you tell them to try during the summer to improve their mental health? CNN: Now for our favorite one: Is playing and having fun actually a scientifically proven way to improve our children’s mental health? I try to be playful and have some fun during the workday myself, all in the name of mental health! What if our kids are still struggling with their mental health?

Persons: Neha Chaudhary, Thomas Barwick, it’s, you’re, they’re Organizations: CNN, Massachusetts General Hospital, Modern Health, Getty Locations: Massachusetts, Boston, ”

☆ Downhill skateboarding: Why five women embarked on a 3,500-mile skateboard journey across Europe
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-17 | by ( Amy Woodyatt | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

But for Anna Pixner, downhill skateboarding at speed evokes a different feeling: freedom. Journalists and spectators are still quick to point out that she is an exception to the norm in the male-dominated world of downhill skateboarding, but Pixner has tired of such comments. According to director Marchella De Angelis, downhill skateboarding "is very risky. Pixner tells CNN Sport that she finds skating to be “a very good tool to help with all kinds of mental issues. Pixner is one of a growing number of people who hope that downhill skateboarding will soon become part of the Games’ roster.

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☆ ‘You’re not alone’: CNN Heroes share advice for Mental Health Awareness Month
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-05 | by ( Gabriel Kinder | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

CNN —May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this year it seems to coincide with a flurry of violent headlines. “One of the things that we underestimate as a society is how our global mental health impacts us as individuals. Some of them marked Mental Health Awareness Month by sharing advice and insight with CNN’s Elizabeth Belanger about what is working for their communities. CNN Hero Michele Neff Hernandez Sam Comen/CNNWe have to model good mental health care by learning about mental health with the same vigor we use to learn about physical health. It takes all of us to realize mental health needs to be talked about, not buried under the rug.

☆ How to beat the post-holiday slump at work, according to executives
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-01 | by ( Morgan Smith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Switching back to work mode after a few days of sleeping in, unwrapping gifts and popping champagne can be brutal. But even though the spell of holiday magic might have worn off, you don't have to go back to work in despair. "The first week of the year is like a warm-up period," Laith Masarweh, the CEO and founder of Assistantly, a virtual assistant staffing company, tells CNBC Make It. [Just] do your best to be positive and let yourself get excited for the new year ahead." Masarweh recommends starting your day with a brisk walk or run outside, or a different short exercise, which will "really get your mind working and set you up for success."

☆ How to save your sleep from the holidays
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-23 | by ( Sandee Lamotte | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

“You will enjoy the holidays more if you can protect your sleep time — and you may actually get more done if you aren’t tired and inefficient from sleep deprivation, she said. Watch your alcohol intakeWhile many of us believe that alcohol helps us fall asleep, it actually impairs sleep quality, Dasgupta said. “Remember, alcohol can make you fall asleep faster and sleep heavier during the first portion of the night. “Exercising improves sleep by reducing sleep onset, meaning it takes less time to fall asleep and decreases the amount of time you are lying in bed awake during the night,” Dasgupta said. “Studies have shown that exercise enables individuals with insomnia to fall asleep faster, sleep longer, and enjoy better sleep quality,” he said.

☆ A brain expert shares his 7 'hard rules' for boosting memory and fighting off dementia
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-13 | by ( Marc Milstein | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

As a neuroscience researcher, here are seven hard rules I live by to keep my brain sharp and fight off dementia. Keep blood pressure and cholesterol levels in checkYour heart beats roughly 115,000 times a day, and with every beat, it sends about 20% of the oxygen in your body to your brain. High blood pressure can weaken your heart muscle, and is one of the leading causes of strokes. Ideally, your blood pressure should be no higher than 120/80. To lessen isolation and loneliness, you can also boost brain chemicals like serotonin and endorphins by performing small acts of kindness: Wish others well or check in with somebody.

☆ Haunted houses and scary movies may actually help reduce stress, lower anxiety. Here's how to have the best experience this Halloween
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-30 | by ( Renée Onque | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

The fear you overcome from walking through haunted houses and watching classic Michael Myers movies this Halloween could help to lower your stress levels overall. When done right, a horror movie marathon can even alleviate some of the anxiety you experience on a daily basis, according to Michelle Cutler, an associate professor of clinical psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. "There's actually a neurobiological response that comes when we do something that's scary, especially if it's done in a community with other people and if we're able to get through it," Cutler says. "We get a rush of adrenaline, endorphins and dopamine, and that actually translates into feelings of euphoria and satisfaction or even empowerment once that fear subsides." To trigger this response, you'll need to be intentional and set up your environment for the best experience.

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