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Let’s play pickleball. [Healthline]( [Wellness Wire]( Presented by [CBDistillery]( IN a nutshell Hi, and happy Labor Day! Thanks for opening this email and reading our newsletter on a holiday. You’re officially our favorite, but don’t tell the other Wellness Wire readers we said that. Anyway … Today, we’re talking about: • [pickleball growing in popularity]( • [a cooling pillow for better sleep]( • [the full moon and your health]( • [more health stories you need]( Be well, Morgan Mandriota Newsletter Editor, Healthline Written by Morgan Mandriota August 24, 2022 • 4 min read [Pickleball]( what’s got us buzzing Pickleball: What it is and why it’s so popular If you see people holding rackets and hitting a ball back and forth over a net at your local park, they may not be playing tennis. Nope, they actually might be playing pickleball. What’s that?! [Pickleball]( is a sport that combines elements of [tennis](, badminton, and ping-pong. The racket is flat and solid, the ball is similar to a wiffleball you might remember playing with as a kid, and the rules are unique but easy to understand and follow. (Fun fact: Rumor has it that founder Joel Pritchard named this game after his dog Pickles who used to run off with the ball while everyone was playing. So wholesome!) Pickleball has been around since 1965, but it’s more popular than ever right now across the United States, Canada, and other countries around the world. Participation is up [39%]( over the last 2 years, with almost 5 million players. Plus, there are now three official pickleball leagues in existence. Even entrepreneur and media mastermind [Gary Vaynerchuk]( predicts the sport will blow up. “I’d be flabbergasted if there wasn’t a substantial league that was a viable business in 15 years in America and around the world in pickleball,” he told [Sports Business Journal](. So why is pickleball picking up in popularity now? We don’t know for sure. Maybe because more people are health conscious and [going outside]( since 2020. Maybe because the game is fun and accessible for people of all ages and skill levels. Either way, whether you’re looking to get outside, be more active, or come up with a new way to [entertain your BBQ guests]( today, consider joining millions of others by playing a game of pickleball with your pals. Tl;dr – Pickleball is a fun, fast-growing sport for people of all ages and abilities that’s becoming more popular as time goes on. All you need is a pickleball set, access to a backyard, local park, or rec center, comfy clothes, and a competitive streak, then you’re ready to play ball! great finds Products we love [Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-Cloud Breeze Dual Cooling Pillow]( [Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-Cloud Breeze Dual Cooling Pillow]( Memory foam pillows are *notorious* for their heat retention issues. Introducing a solution: the TEMPUR-Cloud Breeze Dual Cooling Pillow. Two layers of TEMPUR-Breeze gel in this pillow can help keep you cool and comfy, while the TEMPUR material offers its traditional adaptive support. This medium-firm pillow comes in queen or king size and works for most [sleeping positions](, too. Want to catch better, cooler Zzz’s at night? Consider a dual-cooling TEMPUR-Cloud pillow. ([Click here to read our full review](.) [Shop now]( Health Hype Can a full moon really affect your well-being? (Find the answer at the end of this email) health stories you need What we’re reading next [] [Almond, soy, or oat milk?]( A new report analyzed the nutritional value and mineral content of these three popular dairy milk alternatives. Consider its findings before you order your next latte. [Thirdhand smoke might harm your health.]( We’ve all heard about the dangers of secondhand smoke, but now it’s time to learn about the effects of thirdhand smoke. [Stay cool during these heat waves.]( The summer season is ending, but the heat is still here until further notice. These six simple tips can help keep you cool when it’s way too hot out. Presented by [CBDistillery]( [Full Spectrum CBD Gummies]( CBDistillery’s CBD Gummies contain 100% clean ingredients and are designed to support your body and mind for optimal health and wellness.* [SHOP NOW]( *Based on results from 2021 & 2022 studies with MoreBetter. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Health Hype Answer Can a full moon really affect your well-being? Maybe! Even if you’re not an [astrology lover]( who knows their natal chart by heart, you might have noticed that things (read: people) tend to get a bit weird during the full moon. This phenomenon is called the lunar effect. There’s no scientific evidence to suggest that the moon cycles directly affect your well-being. But researchers have long believed that the moon can influence your emotional and physical health by affecting your sleep, blood pressure, [menstrual cycle](, etc. Read the research about the connection between the full moon and your health [here](. Thanks for reading! We'll be back with more great stories on Wednesday. Feel free to share your thoughts on today's newsletter at wellnesswire@healthline.com before then. Now go have fun and grill something. Until next time, [healthline]( Take care of yourself, and we’ll see you again soon! [Telegram] This edition was powered by some much-needed rest, thanks to a 3-day weekend. [fb]( [tiktok]( [insta]( [View in browser]( Did a friend send you this email? [Subscribe here.]( To see all newsletters, [click here.]( [Privacy]( | [Unsubscribe]( © 2022 Healthline Media 1423 Red Ventures Drive, Fort Mill, SC 29707