Feeling exhausted, stressed and anxious at work lately?
Try the 4-7-8 breathing technique.
And while breathing exercises alone wont magically cure burnout, they can help manage stress and reduce anxiety.
Plus, they only takes a few minutes and can be done anywhere, including at work.
Then, if youre feeling up to it, repeat the process a few more times.
Want to know more?Weve got23 more tips for dealing with burnout.
And if youre looking for other mindfulness exercises, listen to the Todays Tip episode below.
How it works:Every 20 minutes, stare at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds.
This works by distributing tears across the surface of your eyes.
Want to know more?Learn exercisesand discover the eight worsthabits for your vision.
Then listen to the Todays Tips episode below for ways to give your eyes some extra TLC.
Thinking about buying blue light glasses?
Check outthis article all about them.
(Spoiler alert: They dont really work.)
Older adults need twice as much protein as those who are younger to prevent weakness and maintain muscle mass.
So how much is just enough?
About 25 grams per meal for women and 30 grams per meal for men.
So confirm youre including protein at every meal.
Theres plenty in lean meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
Looking for vegetarian options?
Try chickpeas, nuts, tofu, peanut butter, oats or pumpkin seeds.
Another important thing:Whey is the best throw in of protein powder for older adults.
Thats because research shows its more helpful for muscle growth than plant-based powders.
We also have lots of info onprotein supplements, including which are best to avoid.
Struggling to get enough of the nutrient at breakfast?
Check outthe recipefor this delicious dessert for breakfast smoothie.
Air leaks are sneaky, especially around your windows and doors.
One easy way to find the hidden cracks?
How it works:Place a dollar bill between the window or door and its frame.
Then, after you shut the window or door tightly, have a go at pull the dollar out.
If you might easily slide the cash out, youve found an air leak to fix.
Your bank account will appreciate your extra effort.
Sealing cracks and gaps saves an average $200 per year on energy costs.
Not too shabby, right?
A flickering flame may mean its time to seal off any undercover gaps.
Then look atour list of home improvement projectsfor the fall.
Youll be grateful you did come winter.
Do you normally unwind with a glass of wine or a cocktail on your flight?
Why it matters:Recent research shows that alcohol, sleep and low air pressure just dont mix.
Not only is your sleep disrupted, but your blood oxygen levels drop and your heart rate spikes.
Not exactly a relaxing experience, right?
Older adults may feel the effects even more because of higher rates of cardiovascular disease.
The combination of carbonation and atmospheric pressure can worsen your symptoms.
So try sticking to good old-fashioned H2O, or sip coconut water or sports drinks with electrolytes.
Weve also gotseven tips to dodge dehydrationwhile you travel.
Elissa Chudwin is a contributing writer who covers federal and state policy.
