John Patterson – When we think about nutrition and performance, we often focus on physical strength and endurance. However, a recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Georgia has shed light on the impact of a colorful diet on athletes’ visual range. The findings suggest that incorporating a variety of fruits and vegetables into an athlete’s nutrition plan could significantly improve their ability to see targets clearly over distance.
Published in Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews, the study delves into the role of macular pigments, which are plant compounds that accumulate in the retina, in promoting eye health and functional vision. These pigments, namely lutein and zeaxanthin, are found in abundance in dark leafy greens, as well as yellow and orange vegetables. Continue reading
Theresa Talea – The color white is believed to represent purity. When envisioning positive energy, people tend to color it white, and they draw it into themselves with the belief that it transforms their negative energy into wonderful, uplifting, and healing energy. Meditations and bodywork modalities such as reiki purposely do this practice, usually inviting white light into the passive client’s body through the crown chakra at the top of the head.
Mark DeNicola – As my life currently stands, the nature of my work as a social media consultant requires me to spend between 8-14 hours per day staring at an electronic device. Whether I’m creating ad units, engaging with audiences or scheduling out content, pretty well everything I do to provide for myself involves me and a screen.