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Bosque de Chapultepec, twice the size of Central Park, serves as the beloved green lung for one of the world's busiest cities. With 200,000 trees, 700-year-old sacred cypresses, and a history stretching back 3,000 years, this 1,700-acre urban forest offers Mexico City residents a daily dose of nature and hope.
A Malaysian health food company has developed functional jellies with zero added sugar, timing perfectly with the country's 2026 sugar tax aimed at fighting lifestyle diseases. Wel-Bloom's innovation offers consumers a guilt-free treat while supporting public health goals.
A Chicago couple started gathering at Lake Michigan to scream away their stress, and strangers immediately joined in. Now Scream Club has expanded to cities across America, creating safe spaces for people to let go together.
Five simple yoga poses can shift your body from stress mode to rest mode in just 15 minutes. Science shows these gentle movements activate your parasympathetic nervous system, lowering cortisol and blood pressure.
Science confirms what Friends fans always knew: returning to the same coffee shop or neighborhood spot week after week is genuinely good for your emotional health. Researchers found that casual interactions with baristas, bartenders, and familiar faces can fight loneliness and boost daily happiness.
A new Canadian study reveals that expert birders have denser brain tissue in areas linked to attention and perception. The same cognitive benefits likely extend to bird photographers who spend hundreds of hours honing their craft.
Cancer survivors who don't smoke, exercise regularly, and maintain a healthy weight live significantly longer than those who don't, according to a groundbreaking study of 6,000 survivors. The research finally answers the question patients ask most: "What can I do for my health after treatment?"
Bangkok's NEXTOPIA shopping center just became the world's first retail space to earn both EDGE and Fitwel certifications while running entirely on clean energy. This isn't just about one mall—it's a blueprint for sustainable shopping centers worldwide.
Millions face vision loss from age-related macular degeneration, but simple lifestyle changes can help delay or prevent the condition. An NYU ophthalmologist shares science-backed steps anyone can take today.
Young travelers in China are spending $2,800 on intense sports training holidays instead of traditional relaxation trips. The "sportcation" trend is turning vacation hotspots like Bali into fitness destinations.
A renowned cardiologist says protecting your heart doesn't require complicated medical knowledge. Five key numbers and 30 minutes of movement four times weekly can dramatically reduce your risk of heart disease.
Science shows simple activities like walking, dancing, and learning languages can protect your brain and body as you age. The best part? Most are free or low-cost and actually enjoyable.
Nearly half of all parents say their daily stress feels completely overwhelming, but psychologists have identified five simple strategies that calmer families use differently. These research-backed approaches help parents manage tension while teaching kids healthy emotional habits.
Scientists are discovering that the secret to healthy aging might be hiding in your gut. New research shows that maintaining a youthful microbiome through diet and exercise could help you live longer and age better.
A new review of over 20 years of research reveals that eating a handful of pecans regularly can significantly improve heart health markers. The native American nut consistently lowered bad cholesterol and boosted antioxidant defenses across multiple studies.
New research-backed strategies show parents how to help children develop emotional regulation skills from infancy through childhood. These simple, evidence-based techniques can reduce tantrums and build lifelong coping skills.
Schools across Rajasthan are tackling exam stress head-on with yoga, play-based learning, and mental health resources designed to help students thrive emotionally and academically. The initiative reaches thousands of government school students facing anxiety during testing season.
Experts say millions of adults struggle with compulsive social media use, but small changes like moving apps and setting gentle limits can make a real difference. New research reveals practical steps anyone can take today to regain control of their screen time.
Elite athletes don't just train their bodies—they master "thoughtload" management, a mental skill that cognitive research shows directly predicts performance under pressure. Now workplace experts say anyone can use these same Olympic strategies to work smarter and feel less overwhelmed.
Oscar winner Reese Witherspoon is challenging the age-old advice to follow your dreams with a refreshingly practical approach that's resonating with nearly half a million people. Her simple career wisdom might be exactly what struggling workers need to hear right now.
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