Health Quest - October

Interesting health facts (not fiction) I’ve discovered this month.

We’ll cover:

• a trending self-care activity that isn’t self-care

• the best predictor of longevity (and it’s not what you think)

• why you should eat as a family a few times a week

• a graph that’ll shock you

• some interesting numbers/stats that won’t bore you

• two books I’m reading

• updates on my National Parks quest

• where to store onions (I didn’t know this)

• my favorite recipe of the month

• and a few other health facts (not fiction)

Note: The complete post is for paid subscribers who are seeking the truth on health and wellness, not influencer opinions.

Let’s get started…

Bed rotting

Bed rotting, which is staying in bed all day doing nothing, has surfaced on TikTok as a form of self-care. This viral trend embraces spending hours scrolling social media, binging TV, reading, and eating snacks all from the comfort of your comforter. Come on, really?

Yes, it’s okay to slow down, especially if you're tired. Taking a break, unwinding, and enjoying a few relaxing hours is rejuvenating. But spending an entire day in bed (when you're not sick) is a waste of time, in my opinion.

This graph will make you call friends and family

This graph shows the comparison of odds of decreased mortality across several factors. A zero effect size indicates no impact.

Why is matters: Among all these factors, what stands out is the significance of social connections for our health.

• Social relationships had the largest impact on lifespan and air pollution had the least impact.

• People with strong social bonds are 50% less likely to die than those with fewer social connections.