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How a 30-second quickie is actually good for your health – and could even give you stronger orgasms 0 291

Stanley Myrick

THREE quarters of us say we need a mood boost in January.

We crave daylight at this time of year, but in the absence of that, Yasmin Harisha and Claire Dunwell bring you ten easy ways you can cheer yourself up in just 30 seconds.

GettyThree quarters of us say we need a mood boost in January[/caption]

Eat a banana

GettyBananas are our most popular fruit and they are high in the hormone serotonin[/caption]

NANAS are our most popular fruit and they are high in the hormone serotonin, which helps to improve mood and reduce anxiety.

The fruit also contains the amino acid tryptophan as well as vitamins A, and B6 – with the latter also linked to the same happy-helping hormone.

Take a sip of tea

Getty – ContributorAussie boffins found that a cuppa perks you up thanks to the amino acid theanine[/caption]

THERE’S nothing better than a cuppa to perk you up and much of the reason is thanks to the amino acid theanine in the drink.

Mixed with caffeine, theanine boosts brain activity, mood and gives a sense of relaxation and well-being while also improving alertness, Aussie boffins found.

Smell coffee

GettyOne study found that coffee scent in a room improved wellbeing for 90 per cent of people there[/caption]

IF tea isn’t your . . . er . . . cup of tea you can get a lift from the nation’s other favourite hot drink.

Even the smell of coffee helps, travelling to the part of the brain responsible for emotions.

One study found that coffee scent in a room improved wellbeing for 90 per cent of people there.

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Light a candle

GettyPsychologist Emma Kenny says candles are ‘ritualistic’ and ‘connect us with nostalgia’[/caption]

CANDLE light sends calming signals to the brain and the smell, particulary when scented, is a help too.

Psychologist Emma Kenny says: “Anything that offers sensory pleasure, such as nice smells, connects us with nostalgia.

“It’s ritualistic and makes us feel grateful for the moment, lifting mood.”

Chew gum

GettyChewing gum can reduce anxiety and improve mood in healthy young adults[/caption]

A STUDY in Japan found using gum regularly can reduce anxiety and improve mood in healthy young adults.

It increases blood flow to the brain and releases nervous energy by reducing the stress hormone cortisol.

It improves alertness too, but choose sugarless to save your teeth.

Reach the big O

ShutterstockThe average male and female orgasm lasts ten to 35 seconds and regular sex means more orgasms – a quick and surefire way of warding off the winter blues[/caption]

ORGASMS are a half-minute mood booster because they flood the brain with health-boosting, feelgood endorphins.

The average male and female orgasm lasts ten to 35 seconds and regular sex means more orgasms – a quick and surefire way of warding off the winter blues.

Sing the chorus

GettySinging the chorus of your favourite song will activate a tiny organ in the ear called the sacculus which is linked to the part of the brain that registers pleasure[/caption]

SINGING stimulates a tiny organ in the ear called the sacculus which is linked to the part of the brain that registers pleasure.

Singing the chorus of your favourite song will activate it, while deep breathing caused by singing slows the heart rate, raises oxygen levels and relaxes the brain.

Stroke a pet

GettyStroking, hugging or simply touching an animal can relieve stress and pet owners are less likely to suffer from depression[/caption]

PET owners are less likely to suffer from depression.

Stroking, hugging or simply touching an animal can relieve stress.

Psychologist Emma explains: “The exchange between cat, dog and owner – that mutual appreciation – helps to bring calm and also stops us feeling on high alert.”

Hold eye contact

GettyHolding eye contact for 30 seconds can lift your mood[/caption]

US researchers say brief interactions with strangers can lift moods.

In a study, half of the volunteers who were asked to start a chat with a stranger reported a better mood than those who weren’t.

If such a task feels daunting, holding eye contact for 30 seconds also brings similar benefits.

Make a victory list

GettyMaking a ‘victory list’ of achievements will make you more driven to face other tasks[/caption]

COMPLETING a task and spending half a minute ticking off a to-do list releases dopamine, a neuro-transmitter that generates feelings of accomplishment, satisfaction and happiness, say researchers.

Making a “victory list” of achievements will make you more driven to face other tasks, too.

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Supporting Ukraine Through Purchasing Power: The Initiatives Keeping the Country’s Economy Afloat 0 173

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Ukrainian brands are still operating and many are donating a portion of their sales to different needs to support the country. To sustain interest in supporting Ukraine through spending, increasing the visibility of these initiatives is key. As Klen says, “We want it to blow out.” These efforts not only help Ukrainian creatives but also support existing industries and provide a sense of normality in these difficult times.

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To address these issues, it is essential for the industry to have clear guidelines and policies in place to protect the rights and safety of workers. This includes providing education and resources for performers, implementing strict consent protocols, and holding producers and directors accountable for ensuring a safe working environment.

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By discussing these topics, the industry can work towards creating a safer and more respectful environment for all performers and ensure that the rights and well-being of workers are protected.

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