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Have you ever noticed how a bright blue sky can instantly lift your spirits, or how a cozy room painted in warm earth tones makes you feel safe and relaxed? This isn’t just a coincidence—colors can influence our mood, energy, and even overall well-being. That’s the foundation of color therapy , also known as chromotherapy. What Is Color Therapy? Color therapy is a holistic practice that uses the vibrational frequencies of colors to bring balance to the body and mind. It’s rooted in the idea that each color of the spectrum carries its own unique energy, which can be harnessed to support physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. While not a substitute for medical treatment, many people use color therapy as a complementary practice to improve mood and well-being. How Does It Work? Color therapy can be experienced in many ways: Light exposure : sitting under colored lamps or using LED light therapy. Visualization : meditating on specific colors. Surroundings : incorporating ...

 Orthorexia (short for orthorexia nervosa ) describes an unhealthy fixation on eating only foods you consider “pure,” “clean,” or “perfect,” even when that fixation damages your physical health, mental health, or social life. It isn’t an official DSM-5-TR diagnosis today, but clinicians and researchers increasingly recognize the pattern and have proposed consensus criteria to study and treat it.  What orthorexia looks like People struggling with orthorexia tend to focus on food quality over quantity . Common signs include: rigid food rules; eliminating entire food groups; intense fear or guilt around “impure” foods; spending hours planning/ sourcing meals; avoiding restaurants or eating with others; and distress if rules are broken. Despite good intentions, these patterns can lead to malnutrition, nutrient deficiencies, hormonal changes, bone loss risk, fatigue, and social isolation .  How it differs from other eating disorders Anorexia nervosa is primarily driven...

Current Odds Snapshot: Los Angeles Dodgers remain heavy favorites to win it all again in 2025. Betting markets place them at approximately +300 to +340 odds.( ESPN.com ) Milwaukee Brewers follow closely in betting rankings, listed around +700 .( ESPN.com ) Next in line are the Philadelphia Phillies (~+750), followed by the Blue Jays , Yankees , and Tigers at about +900 .( ESPN.com ) Expert & Media Rankings A recent SB Nation analysis places the Milwaukee Brewers at the top tier— Tier 1 , signaling them as the “clear 2025 World Series favorite,” thanks to their consistency and well-rounded roster.( SB Nation ) Meanwhile, Dodgers , Phillies , and Blue Jays make Tier 2 —recognized as elite clubs, albeit with a few concerns.( SB Nation ) Storylines Heating Up as the Season Winds Down Dodgers: The Reigning Champions After capturing the 2024 World Series, the Dodgers continue as the team to beat. Recent roster tweaks—including acquiring Alex Call and Brock...

A low-carb diet is an eating approach that limits the intake of carbohydrates—found in foods like bread, pasta, rice, sweets, and some fruits—while emphasizing protein, healthy fats, and non-starchy vegetables. The idea is to reduce the body’s reliance on glucose (sugar) for energy and encourage it to burn stored fat instead. Popular variations of low-carb diets include the Atkins Diet, the ketogenic (keto) diet, and more moderate plans like the South Beach Diet. While each plan differs in strictness, they all share the common principle of lowering carbohydrate intake. Pros of a Low-Carb Diet Weight Loss Potential Reducing carbs often leads to a quick initial drop in water weight, followed by steady fat loss. Many people find it effective for short- and long-term weight management. Better Blood Sugar Control By cutting back on carbs, blood sugar spikes are minimized. This can benefit people with type 2 diabetes or insulin resistance. Increased Satiety Protein and fats a...