Newsletter 4/10/18: This Is Your Brain On Junk Food

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Life Hack Of The Day

Don’t have a bottle opener? Use an eyelash curler instead.

Up Your Health Game

Take A Chill Pill

The real secret behind placebo pills? They may work. Research links placebos to relief from a number of conditions including lower back pain, depressive disorders and irritable bowel syndrome. The wildest part — they can work even when patients know that they’re taking placebos. [Swirled]

Go With Your Gut

Eating specific foods can make a big difference for the health of your gut, which is often referred to as the body’s second brain. The ones with the biggest impacts: Coconut oil, garlic and kefir act as potent anti-inflammatories that can help rebalance the bacteria in your gut. [Swirled]

Brain Drain

The organ most damaged by a poor diet? Your brain. That sluggishness, brain fog and drowsiness you experience from eating a fatty, sugary meal aren’t strictly temporary effects. Eating a balanced diet isn’t just critical to preventing Alzheimer’s, but for maintaining your memory, cognition and focus over time. [mindbodygreen]

Live Like A Boss

Double Trouble

Attention, job seekers! Applying for multiple jobs with the same company could hurt your chances of landing a role. In addition to making you seem indecisive, it could also make you look a little phony. Bottom line: Focus on one position at a time. [Swirled]

Back That Data Up

The easiest way to know if your personal data has been harvested by Cambridge Analytica in the recent Facebook controversy? Check your newsfeed. A notification that reads “Protecting Your Information” is Facebook’s way of telling you that your data has been compromised. The good news? You can review the info that’s been shared and take steps to keep your other personal info on lock. [Moneyish]

Your True Colors

Color-coding your iPhone apps could lessen the anxiety you feel when you check your phone. According to Silicon Valley engineer Tracy Chou, it can be a great way to make your phone feel more functional while also personalizing its aesthetic in a way that works for you. [Quartz]

Savor Each Bite

It’s A Date!

Expiration dates aren’t necessarily the be-all and end-all when it comes to assessing the freshness of your groceries. According to research, they’re misleading. In fact, expiration dates are indicators of optimal quality, not when foods necessarily go bad. So when is it time to clean out your fridge? Go with your gut. [Swirled]

Honey, I’m Home

If you love spicy foods, you’re going to be all about chili-infused honey. A perfect blend of chili peppers and wildflower honey, Hot Honey is perfect on just about everything from fried chicken to pizza, and even in cocktails. Bring on the heat! [Swirled]

Recipe Of The Day

Iced coffee season is almost here and this coconut iced mocha is going to blow your fave morning blend out of the water. Whip it up and enjoy! [Food Heaven Made Easy]

Pack Your Bags

Lower Fees, Please

Good news, national park fans! The U.S. Department of the Interior has scrapped plans to raise national park entrance fees after facing a huge backlash from nature lovers across the country. The long term rate increase is still TBD, but for now, don’t expect a price hike. More good news: The national parks and monuments that are free will continue to operate that way. [Swirled]

Oh My Gourd

If you’ve always dreamed of grabbing a drink and hitting up the farmer’s market all in one place, get yourself to Budapest. Szimpla Kert, Budapest’s original ruin bar, is one of the coolest cocktail spots in town and, on weekends, it becomes a popular farmer’s market complete with fresh produce, cured meats and homemade desserts. [Swirled]

Deal Of The Day

Ready for a break from the never-ending East Coast winter? You can fly roundtrip from NYC to Seattle for just $256. Say heyyy to the Pacific Northwest. [The Flight Deal]

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