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A twitchy eyelid is annoying, and it’s easy to assume it must be a magnesium deficiency. That was my first thought too when my upper eyelid started twitching. But after digging into the research, I realised it’s not that simple. Sometimes magnesium is part of the picture and sometimes it isn’t, so let’s look at the most common causes, the simple fixes that often work fast, and the signs that mean it’s time to get it checked. The short version Most of the time, eyelid twitching isn’t a clear sign of magnesium deficiency. It’s usually triggered by tiredness, stress, caffeine,…

Let’s be honest: most people skip leg day. And when you’re working out at home, it’s even easier to neglect your legs. You can’t use the leg press machine. You don’t have access to a squat rack loaded with plates. Building serious leg strength at home is impossible. Wrong. You can build powerful, muscular legs at home with minimal equipment. Your legs are designed to support your entire body weight throughout the day. They respond amazingly well to creative training, whether you have a full home gym or just a small amount of floor space. I’m going to show you…

SEATTLE, Wash., Jan. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — For many Washington residents enrolled in Apple Health (Medicaid), finding timely outpatient mental health care can feel out of reach. With community resources stretched thin and long waitlists statewide, Mindful Therapy Group today announced a major expansion. It is now opening its Washington provider network to serve Apple Health members, significantly expanding access to outpatient therapy and psychiatric services statewide. This expansion represents a meaningful increase in outpatient capacity, with Mindful Therapy Group’s more than 1,500 licensed clinicians and 11 in-person locations across Washington serving major metro areas including Seattle, Bellevue, Olympia, Vancouver,…

Oprah Winfrey flaunted her slimmed-down figure while stopping by the gym in the Santa Barbara area on Friday. The former talk show host – who is preparing to celebrate her 72nd birthday later this month on January 29 – was seen strolling towards her car after enjoying a fitness session. Back in 2023, the star had admitted to taking weight loss medication – like Ozempic or Wegovy – which she used as ‘a tool’ to drop pounds.Winfrey sported a pair of fitted blue leggings as well as a long-sleeved, white top and comfy sneakers. Her locks were pushed back with a thick headband and…

Alex & SonjaHi there! We’re Alex & Sonja Overhiser, authors of two cookbooks, busy parents, and a real life couple who cooks together. We founded the A Couple Cooks website in 2010 to share simple, seasonal recipes and the joy of cooking. We now offer thousands of original recipes, cooking tips, and meal planning ideas—all written and photographed by the two of us (and tested on our kids!).

Heads also supporting more staff members with mental health issues as stress levels climb Heads also supporting more staff members with mental health issues as stress levels climb Almost half of school leaders needed mental health support in the past year, with nearly three quarters saying their job has affected their wellbeing, a new survey has found. The annual poll by school leaders’ union NAHT found the vast majority of heads said their role affected their sleep, with many reporting they are supporting more staff members with mental health issues. NAHT’s general secretary Paul Whiteman said findings were “extremely worrying”…

This article contains some simple, yet beautiful Aerial Yoga Poses that form a set of core poses for an aerial yoga hobbyist.If you’ve recently invested in your own yoga swing and you don’t have access to classes then you’re probably wondering where to begin! We’re here to help!These Aerial Yoga Poses are often called by various different names, the names used in this article are the generic names. If you attend a class, your instructor may refer to these with more traditional names for yoga poses, or even something completely different.You may also hear these tricks being referred to as:Yoga…

This book is essentially a book on Japanese culture and tradition and it explains the concept of ikigai from this context. Ken Mogi the author is a neuroscientist.He explains the 5 pillars of Ikigai as 1) starting small 2)releasing yourself 3)harmony and sustainability 4) the joy of little things 5)Being here and now. He describes ikigai as residing in the joy of little things eg your morning coffee,a ray of sunshine or morning air and it can be different things to different people.He gives an example of a 102 year old karate master who’s ikigai was caring for his martial…

If you’re trying to work out but not seeing the results you want, or you’re short on time but still want to get strong, build endurance, and train consistently, Joel Freeman has the answer. All aboard the 25 Minute Speed Train—your 8-week, step-by-step strength plan to help you make real progress, no matter your starting point. Joel trains you from his home gym, where his efficient workouts and expert cues help you execute every move with perfect form and minimal equipment. No more wasting time, wondering what to do, or giving up in frustration. This is training that keeps you…

This garlic chicken pasta recipe features tender chicken and perfectly cooked pasta drenched in a rich, creamy sauce! It’s comfort food made easy for any night. ↓ Jump to Recipe This Garlic Chicken Pasta features a rich, buttery garlic sauce and comes together in under 20 minutes—making it the ultimate quick and cozy dinner. Despite its simple ingredients and fast prep, it tastes like a dish that took much longer to make. Want to Save this Recipe? Enter your email below & we’ll send it straight to your inbox. Plus you’ll get great new recipes from us every week! The…