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Failing to prepare for daylight saving time (DST) can have consequences. Increased risk of traffic accidents, heart attacks, and even strokes the Monday after the “spring forward” in March are associated with losing the seasonal hour of sleep, say experts. It’s known as the “DST effect.” The resulting short-term sleep deprivation and circadian misalignment is also said to bring mood …

BY PAIGE SMITH,  taken from myFitnesspal Blog Losing weight is not easy. It requires a near super-human level of commitment and dedication. But you don’t need to completely overhaul your eating and exercise habits to get results. You can shed pounds effectively by making a few low-effort, high-impact changes. “I’m a huge believer in meeting people where they are when it comes to weight …

TIPS FOR EATING by Greatist   taken from myfitnesspal.com 1. GET COLORFUL Yes, there’s a reason restaurants use the plates they do: They want the food to look amazing. And when the food looks better — you guessed it — you eat more. Research says to avoid plates that match the food served on them (think: a deep red plate with …