Do Freely

Do Freely

There’s a way to relate to the endless To Do list that’s freer and less burdened. When we “do freely” we refresh in having a sense of choice. The post Do Freely first appeared on Dr. Rick Hanson. The post Do Freely appeared first on Dr. Rick Hanson. Dr. Rick joins Forrest on this episode…

Drop The “Shoulds”

Drop The “Shoulds”

When healthy inclinations become “shoulds” “musts” then there is a big problem. Consider a situation that bothers you, and find a deeper “should” that’s related to an experience you “must” have or avoid. Face the should, ask this question: “Is it really true?” The post Drop The “Shoulds” first appeared on Dr. Rick Hanson. The…

Bless

Bless

To blissful is to see what is tender and beautiful, and wish well. Look for good things in others. Know what the act and attitude of blessing feel like, and take in the experience to call upon it in the future. The post Bless first appeared on Dr. Rick Hanson. The post Bless appeared first…

Is our diet feeding a cancer-causing bacteria? Scientists link early-onset colorectal cancer to gut microbes and what we eat

Is our diet feeding a cancer-causing bacteria? Scientists link early-onset colorectal cancer to gut microbes and what we eat

While the study didn’t examine diet directly, scientists widely agree that food plays a critical role in shaping the gut microbiome — the community of trillions of bacteria in our digestive tract. Some of these bacteria are protective. Others, like colibactin-producing E. coli, can be harmful. The post Is our diet feeding a cancer-causing bacteria?…

Too Much Processed Food Linked to Early Signs of Parkinson’s, New Study Finds

Too Much Processed Food Linked to Early Signs of Parkinson’s, New Study Finds

The trend held across most individual symptoms—except constipation. “Choosing to eat fewer processed foods and more whole, nutritious foods could be a good strategy for maintaining brain health,” said Gao. “More studies are needed to confirm our finding that eating less processed food may slow down the earliest signs of Parkinson’s disease.” The post Too…