8/9/24: 🐳 Treadmill-powered campus, fire resilience, whale photobomb

Happy Friday my friend,

🐳 In one of the cooler Olympic photos taken, a whale “photobombs” a surf competition a few days ago. Pretty stunning moment for the photographer to have this happen in the background of photographing an Olympian.

ECL TRIVIA: What is the strongest insect on Earth, relative to its size? (Answer below)

🌎 Planet Health

🏃‍♂️ TREADMILL POWER: At Brown University, guess what keeps the lights on?... Gym equipment of course, that converts human energy into electricity! "As students run, step, or row, the kinetic energy from their movements is fed into the building’s power system, helping to keep on its lights and even heat the fitness center’s pool," Fast Company reports. Learn about this awesome tech and how much energy it can create.

🏖 BEACH BAGS: Since a mandatory fee was implemented on UK shoppers’ single-use plastic bags at checkout, the number of plastic bags “washed up on UK beaches has fallen by 80% over a decade,” according to the Marine Conservation Society’s litter surveys. Click to see the most common five plastic items found on beaches and learn about the MCS’s 2023 beach litter report.

🌳 151-YEAR-OLD BANYAN: It’s been a year since the devastating wildfires on Maui, and the Lahaina community is celebrating the recovery of this massive banyan tree which has “long, long branches, with hundreds of leaves back on the tree,” said Duane Sparkman, Maui county arborist committee chair. “The fire that killed over 100 people caused the tree to lose so much moisture that roughly half of its branches died,” according to Sparkman. This example of resilience— amidst so much loss— in a beautiful place like Maui (where I’ve spent a lot of time) is inspiring!

🧑‍⚕️ Human Health

📲 SCREEN TURNAROUND: The average child spends 7-8 hours per day on a screen. Whoa. A new study following 181 children reveals a surprisingly fast turnaround for kids with behavioral issues. By slashing screen time to just 3 hours per week, parents reported dramatic improvements in tantrums, aggression, and overall mood in as little as two weeks. If you’ve got little ones, it's time to power down and reconnect.

🌿 MAGIC OLIVES: A compound in olives, elenolic acid, shows promise in combating obesity and type 2 diabetes. Studies revealed it can lower blood sugar, reduce weight, and curb appetite. In just 4-5 weeks of treatment, "showed a 10.7% reduction in obesity as well as blood sugar levels and insulin sensitivity," and while more research is needed about this compound's metabolic benefits, it's an interesting development for bioactive compound discoveries.

🐟 NATURE'S ANTI-DEPRESSANTS: New research reveals a powerful link between omega-3 fatty acids and a lowered risk of depression. By analyzing genetic data, scientists recently discovered that higher levels of these healthy fats, especially eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) as found in algae and cold-water fatty fish, are associated with reduced depression symptoms.

🌟 Your inner glow

Life is full of harmful forms of artificial light that our bodies did not evolve alongside. It’s time to embrace the power of red light therapy!

As an independent journalist, and health advocate, I'm constantly seeking natural ways to optimize that make me noticeably feel better. That's why I'm obsessed with red light therapy, and specifically the devices from Bon Charge.

Here's the deal: red light therapy bathes your skin in therapeutic wavelengths, promoting a cascade of benefits. Think:

• younger-looking skin (hello, collagen boost!)

• faster muscle recovery (say goodbye to post-workout aches!)

• and even improved sleep (yes, proper light that mimics circadian signals can be a natural remedy for restless nights!)

The Bon Charge commitment to quality means their red light devices deliver precise wavelengths, ensuring you get the most potent dose possible. Plus, they offer a variety of options, from compact handhelds to full-body panels, letting you tailor treatment to your needs, your space, and your lifestyle.

Here's my personal experience: When I consistently use red light therapy, I noticed a visible improvement in my skin tone and texture, my post-workout soreness is significantly decreased, and I sleep better and have a clearer focus during the day.

Ready to unlock the power of red light therapy? I wholeheartedly recommend Bon Charge. Use my code ‘ECL’ for a large 20% off and join me on the journey to a healthier, happier you!

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Creature Feature

🦈 TINIEST SHARK: Just how tiny is the world’s tiniest species of shark? Well, it can fit in the palm of your hand! At a whopping 7 inches the dwarf lantern shark (Etmopterus) has magical bioluminescence: light emitting organs which camouflage it from predators by blending in with rays of sunlight making their way deep into the ocean.

Nutrition 101

🅰️ VITAMIN A: From boosting immunity to keeping your vision sharp, this powerhouse vitamin is a must-have. Dive into Dr. Brighten's article to read the tope 7 benefits and see if Vitamin A could be a missing link in your health journey.

💬 Poll

⬅️ Last poll’s results

Do you consume dairy? (Milk, cheese, butter)

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Yes 🧀 (63.9%)

🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ I do not. 🚫 (36.1%)

To a healing future,

— Rob

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