Happy Friday! We’re about to spill the tea on the ultimate 6-ingredient wellness smoothie, a key health metric for longevity, and more.

In today’s newsletter:

• 🥤 The ultimate wellness smoothie

• 🤯 You only need this much exercise to lower risk of dying

• 🩺 Lowering one health metric could add 5 years to your life

• 🏃‍♂️ More physical activity linked to better sleep

• 😬 Health Hack: How to stop teeth-grinding

🧑‍💻 The Wellness Roundup

🥤 Biomedical scientist shares her ultimate smoothie recipe to maximize health benefits, with 6 key ingredients, including blueberries, kale, and avocado.

🤯 Doing just 1-2 minutes of vigorous-intensity exercise 3 times a day has been linked to a 40% reduction in all-cause mortality, and 50% reduction in cardiovascular-related mortality.

🩺 Lowering your systolic blood pressure below 120-130 mmHg could add 5 years to your life! Check out the article to see how to help lower blood pressure.

🏃‍♂️ A new study reveals more daily movement could enhance your sleep quality help you sleep longer, and result in less daytime tiredness.

👀 Use the 20-20-20 rule to refresh your eyes and prevent blurry vision from screen time.

🌿 Health Hack: Teeth Grinding Causes and Cures 😬

If you've been waking up with a sore jaw or headaches, you might be grinding your teeth at night.

Teeth grinding, or bruxism, has seen a sharp rise since the start of the pandemic, with some clinics reporting nearly three times as many cases.

Bruxism can lead to chronic pain in the temporomandibular joints (TMJ), as well as cracked or worn-down teeth.

So, what's causing this surge in teeth grinding? Factors may include:

• 😰 Increased stress and anxiety

• 💊 Certain medications, like antidepressants

• 💻 Changes in posture and habits due to working from home

Fortunately, there are steps you can take to alleviate bruxism:

• 🧘‍♀️ Practice stress-reducing techniques like mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral therapy

• 🦷 Use a night guard to prevent teeth from touching during sleep

• 💉 In severe cases, Botox injections can help relax jaw muscles

If you think you might be grinding your teeth, don't hesitate to consult with an orofacial pain specialist.

They can help you find the best treatment plan for your individual needs.

💡 Learn more about teeth grinding causes and treatments here! 💡

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