Well Being Simplified
By Megi
Well Being SimplifiedSep 09, 2020
Kids Health
In honor of Children's Day, kids are the star of this episode. We will see how children are exercising less, how discipline can affect their mental health, and much more.
Sugar
In this episode we will look at the effects of sugar and one major place where it's hiding.
Love
Love is in the air. In this episode, we are learning all about love. We will see the changes that happen in the brain when we fall in love and how love impacts our health.
Audio used: TWICE- What is Love?
Blood Donations
Disclaimer: This episode is for your own entertainment and education on blood donations. If you want to know if you are eligible to donate blood, please consult with your primary care physician.
Rise of Exercise: Olympic Edition
In this episode, we look at the history of some Olympic events.
Meditation
In this episode we look at how meditation works and its benefits. Plus, some tips and resources to help you get started on your own meditation journey.
Types of meditation: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/320392#types-of-meditation
How to meditate: https://www.nytimes.com/guides/well/how-to-meditate
Stress
In this episode, we take a look at stress and its impacts on the body.
Audio used: Stressed Out- Twenty One Pilots
Tips on stress management and learn more about stress:
Mayo Clinic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress-symptoms/art-20050987
National Institute for Mental Health: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/stress/index.shtml
Energy Drinks
In this episode, we look at energy drinks. We will see what goes into energy drinks, how they affect the body, and how it affects academic and athletic performance.
Audio used: I'll Be There For You (Theme from "Friends)- The Rembrandts
I Forgot
In this episode, we look at how we forget things. Plus, we will provide some tips on how you can improve your overall memory.
Audio used: Remember Me (Ernesto De La Cruz) from Disney's COCO.
Sleep
In this episode, we will look at sleep. We see what happens to our bodies when we get too much or too little sleep.
Audio used: Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go- Wham!
Healthline tips for better sleep: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/17-tips-to-sleep-better
Hot, Hot, Hot
In this episode, we see what happens to our bodies when we are exposed to the heat.
Audio used: Feeling Hot- Don Omar
For more info:
CDC:https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/warning.html
Penn Medicine: https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/musculoskeletal-and-rheumatology/2017/july/tips-for-working-out-in-heat
Rise of Exercise- I
This is the first episode in a series, where we explore the history behind our favorite sports and forms of physical activity.
In this episode: soccer, football, tai chi, zumba
Audio used: We Are One (Ole Ola) [The Official 2014 FIFA World Cup Song]- Pitbull, Jennifer Lopez, Claudia, Leitte
Fad Diets
In this episode, we explore the world of fad diets. We will see how they spring up and why they often do not work.
DISCLAIMER: This episode is not to promote any diets for any person in any way. This is all a collection of information for educational purposes.
Audio: Girasoles- Luis Fonsi
Caffeine
In this episode, we are learning all about caffeine. We will see how caffeine affects the body, as well as some surprising places you can find caffeine.
Audio: Run of Good Luck- Rob Baird
Body Image
What would Barbie look like if she was a real person? In this episode we look how body image is created as well as what contributes to a negative body image. Plus, some tips on how to practice a positive body image.
Audio used: All About That Bass- Meghan Trainor
Self Care
Have you taken care of yourself? In this episode we will look at self care.
Audio used: What Do I Know? by Ed Sheeran
Laughter
In this episode we will explore why we laugh and the benefits of laughter.
Plus, a fun little game at the end.
Audio Used: I Love To Laugh from Disney Mary Poppins
Introduction
Welcome to Well Being Simplified!
My name is Megi and I am your host for this podcast. I am a health college student always wanting to learn how our well beings are impacted by what we do. During this podcast we will explore a variety of topics in health, exercise, nutrition, and the body.
Enjoy!