other shady types, take only what you need to make it through the morning (or evening, depending on when you start): Your driver’s license, one credit or debit card, a fully charged cell phone, and however much cash you need. Carry your valuables in your front pockets where you can keep better track of them. As an added tip, hit up the ATM the day before, rather than during the day after Thanksgiving rush. Find Safety in Numbers Shopping by yourself is both no fun and unsafe. You don’t always have to stick together since your friend might be gunning that Instant Pot, and you might be sprinting to the electronics section for a 4K TV at half price, but so long as you have friends or family you can enter and leave different stores with, the chances of you being show that those who regularly drink black and green tea are at a lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease. These types of tea contain antioxidants and flavonoids, which are plant chemicals that help dilate arteries and reduce bad cholesterol. Studies also link tea consumption with improved vascular reactivity — how well your blood vessels respond to stress. Your Brain Flavonoids don’t only fight heart disease; these chemicals can also reduce any vascular damage to the brain. The National University of Singapore has conducted studies that link reduced risks of dementia in the elderly with regular tea consumption. The results speak for themselves: “The longitudinal study involving 957 Chinese seniors aged 55 years or older has found that regular consumption of tea lowers the risk of cognitive decline in the elderly by 50%, while APOE e4 gene carriers who are genetically at risk of
developing Alzheimer’s disease may experience a reduction in cognitive impairment risk by as much as 86%.” Your Mood Tea leaves contain the amino acid L-theanine, which stimulates several feel-good neurotransmitters, like serotonin and gamma-Aminobutyric acid (GABA). These neurotransmitters help boost your mood and alertness. According to a study by the Huazhong University of Science and Technology in China, tea even has the ability to ward off depression. The study took 22,817 participants with 4,743 cases of depression over 11 studies, and 13 reports found that individuals who drank three cups of tea a day decreased their depression risk by 37%. So, the next time you want a warm beverage that will do your mind and body good, reach for some tea and bask in all the health benefits as you sip.
Tea has been consumed for thousands of years and is the second- most popular drink in the world, with water being the first. It is the national drink of several nations, including China and India, and is an integral component of religious ceremonies the world over. Drinking tea has been known to reduce stress, promote relaxation, and improve sleep. In addition to these instant benefits, tea can also help improve a person’s long-term health through regular consumption. Your Heart According to Harvard Health Institute, several studies
Navigating the Warzone That Is Day-After-Thanksgiving Shopping
Let’s not sugarcoat it: Shopping the day after Thanksgiving is a warzone. You stand outside your department store of choice in the dark, frigid hours of the morning, gazing at the bright displays just beyond the doors. You and your fellow shoppers stand unmoving like soldiers laying siege to some ancient village — until the doors open and the inevitable charge begins. In all seriousness, shopping the day after Thanksgiving is hectic, and, if you’re thinking of partaking this year, safety should be at the top of your mind from the moment you step out of your car, to the moment you load up your spoils and drive home. For every part of your wild west shopping bonanza, here are a few safety tips. Travel Light Rather than make yourself a target for pickpockets and
bothered by anyone in the parking lot will go way down. Keep Them Secret, Keep Them Safe Always store your newly purchased gifts in the trunk, away from wandering eyes. Cars that aren’t obviously carrying new, expensive gifts are less likely to draw the attention of thieves. Another great way to deter thieves is by parking under a street light, illuminating activities they would rather keep in the dark. Stay safe on your day after Thanksgiving adventures, and have fun!
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