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NEWSLETTER - ISSUE #17

OCT 22, 2023 Issue # 17 — Weekly Wellness Wisdom   Welcome to the Naked Newsletter, your source for wellness and wisdom.  In this edition, we'll uncover science-backed anti-hangover hacks, explore the sweet and unsweetened sides of dirty bulking, discover how to start buying art like a pro, and investigate the trend of ab etching.

TOP 3 MUST READS OF THE WEEK Can Abdominal Etching Give You Action-Figure Abs? You may have heard of abdominal etching, or "ab etching," trending in the media due to the rising number of male celebrities getting their midsections sculpted on the down-low. Ab etching is the Brazilian Butt Lift for men who want 6-pack abs through surgery rather than through diet and exercise. Popularized in the 1990s, fat deposits are strategically positioned to create an athletic appearance. If you think you can skip the gym and purchase action-figure abs, think again. Doctors say the surgery is only beneficial for a specific subset of candidates. Before you start Googling local plastic surgeons, consider if the risks, healing time and cost are really worth it. Scientists Say, Sleep Matters More Than We Realize Sleep is not just important; it's crucial for effectively operating during waking hours. With work, family, friends, the gym, and other tasks in our daily routines, getting 7+ hours of sleep is probably our toughest challenge. In 2022, the American Heart Association advised doctors that asking patients how many hours they sleep is as important as checking blood pressure, smoking status, diet, and nutrition. Even if you get to bed on time, an estimated 50-70 million people suffer from sleep disorders. Get ready for a visually animated exploratory journey into sleep to learn how it affects everything from our circadian rhythms and brains to the costs of an insufficient night of sleep. Cupping Therapy Can Help Ease the Pain Cupping is a healing therapy used for thousands of years as a form of traditional medicine in countries like China, Egypt, and the Middle East. This ancient technique is held in high regard for its ability to virtually draw away toxins and alleviate muscle tension, improve circulation, and reduce inflammation in the body. While there isn't a substantial amount of formal research on cupping therapy, there's no denying its benefits.

HEALTH & WELLNESS 6 Anti-Hangover Hacks That'll Save Your Life Hangovers are the bane of enjoying a night out with good people and even better drinks. The looming effects of a morning hangover will have you swearing off alcohol forever. What if there were proven tips to prevent you from feeling like you spent the night "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas" with Hunter S. Thompson? This friendly advice can keep you off of the struggle bus, so pay it forward and share these 6 science-backed anti-hangover hacks with a friend. 10 Benefits of Drinking Green Tea   Green tea's benefits span the health spectrum, such as helping control blood sugar, providing hydration, and supporting the immune system. If you don't drink coffee, it is also a great source of caffeine, and unlike sugary energy drinks, green tea is healthy.   A 2023 nutrition study on the benefits of green tea found that "consuming moderate amounts (17–34 ounces) daily may reduce the chances of a stroke by 21%."   Cynthia Sass, MPH, RD, is spilling the tea on the 10 benefits of drinking green tea. To Dirty Bulk, or Not To Dirty Bulk, That Is the Question Dirty bulking is a rite of passage in some weightlifting circles. Known as the "bodybuilder's off-season" secret and the "hard gainer's guide to packing on weight," this "see-food" diet means putting anything and everything in your mouth, all in the name of gaining weight to build muscle. Dirty bulking may sound like fun, but its potential health risks are a part of its not-so-sweet dark side. Before you grab the donuts for your deadlifting session, consider these pros and cons of dirty bulking first. Free Weights & Resistance Bands: Enjoy the Best of Both Worlds Free weights and resistance bands are good ways to challenge your muscles, increase strength, and improve your overall health. Your fitness goals may be a deciding factor that becomes your main form of training, but who says that you have to limit yourself? This quick guide breaks down the benefits and differences of free weights and resistance bands and how to enjoy the best of both worlds. TRENDING ON SOCIAL Should You Take Protein Shakes On Your Off Days?   Your carbohydrate and fat macros on training days may differ from those on your off days, but what about your protein intake?   The body requires a minimum of 24 to 48 hours for proper recovery after a session, so if your goal is to build muscle, protein is your best ally. However, if weight loss is your goal, you might be questioning if there is a benefit to drinking protein shakes on your off day.   Our nutrition coach, Myay Valenti, dishes out the details on why you might want to keep your shaker within arm's reach on your off days. Improve Your Squat Form With Max Lang   If your coach or personal trainer has ever yelled, "Core tight!" at you, there's a good reason.   Check out German Olympic weightlifter Max Lang's perfect textbook squat. From stepping under the bar and setting up his body position to focusing on intra-abdominal pressure, his technique cues are a checklist for squatting success. La Monf Is the Ultimate Tennis B-Boy When it comes to tennis, always expect the unexpected. Russian Ultimate Tennis Showdown star Andrey "Rublo" Rublev may have won the battle against French phenom Gael "La Monf" Monfils 6-1 in the fourth set, but La Monf won the battle. The b-boy battle, that is.

LIFESTYLE  ART  How To Buy Art Like a Pro (Without Breaking the Bank) Buying art is the new equivalent of collecting baseball cards for celebrities. Jay-Z and Beyoncé dropped $4.5 million on Jean-Michel Basquiat's "Mecca." Brad Pitt reportedly commissioned a bespoke Banksy piece about Hurricane Katrina, and Leonardo DiCaprio is a regular fixture at events like Miami Beach's Art Basil. At this point, you may feel like an outsider looking in, wondering how to break into the art scene, what to buy, and how to acquire great works without breaking the bank. "The moment that I trusted my instincts and what I like, that's when everything came alive for me." - Russell Tovey, Actor, and Co-host of the "Talk Art" podcast. These gallery owners, art directors, and advisors paint a picture of how to get started buying quality art on any budget.  TRAVEL  Shoulder Season: The Wonderful Time of the Year! If you've been monitoring airline rates in 2023, you've probably noticed that the fares have been increasing, much like gas prices. However, for seasoned globetrotters, Shoulder Season is the Amazon Prime Day of travel. It's the sweet spot between the post-peak season (summer) and the off-season (winter), when travel prices are low, and the crowds of tourists in airports and cities are even smaller. Set your sights on these Shoulder Season tips to understand why it may become your new favorite time of the year.

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