5 Notable Health Studies Going On Now (And What They’ll Mean For The Future)
Max Lugavere is a NYT best-selling author, science journalist and top podcast host of The Genius Life. His book Genius Foods is a must, and we love his recipe book Genius Kitchen. We know Max has his finger on the pulse when it comes to emerging research on brain health and general wellness, so we asked him to share the most notable studies he’s been paying attention to lately…
June 27, 2023 | Source: The Chalk Board | by The Chalkboard Editorial Team
IS A 4-DAY WORK WEEK A HEALTHIER WORK WEEK? How do 24h movement behaviors change during and after vacation? A cohort study | It’s no surprise that the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the work landscape indefinitely. It’s important for a lot of people to live a balanced and healthy work life balance. Health researchers from Australia found that many are “all in” on the idea of a four-day work week and a long weekend. This new empirical research shows that extra time off can be beneficial for one’s health. By evaluating variations in daily activities prior to, during, and after vacation, the researchers discovered that individuals exhibit more energetic and healthy habits when they are on vacation, even if it’s just a brief three-day break. If research continues to look at how our habits change when we’re away from our usual routines, it could have significant changes in the ways we work, live and play.