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From enhancing the flavor of your dishes to supporting sleep, here are all of the ways you can use garlic and onion skins to your advantage. But the skin layers that are closest to the flesh of the vegetable? Well, that’s a different story. From here, you can mix them into salads or sprinkle them wherever you need a flavor (and a crunch) boost. You can do the same thing with skins from shallots, too!...

If you’ve never made a habit of dyeing your hair, this is a simple process really: Let the gray come in! The problem arises when you’ve been coloring your hair previously and now want to make the transition. See, if your grays have filled in enough, simply stopping coloring appointments means your hair grows out with a harsh line—your new growth of silver on one side, and your color on the other....

While research on the effects of short-term “detox diets” or “gut cleanses” on the body is limited, with most studies being too small or lacking robust clinical evidence, according to some studies, consuming certain whole foods and nutrients can modulate the removal of toxins from the body1. Eating a variety of whole foods will provide an array of nutrients and phytonutrients that may help support the body’s intrinsic metabolic detoxification pathways at a mechanistic level, but additional clinical trial research is warranted to elucidate these effects further....

Aside from supporting your gut health and alleviating gas and bloat, probiotics have also been linked to a myriad of science-backed health benefits, including a healthy immune system, weight management, skin health, and mood. (Learn about how probiotics benefit men specifically here. ) Another study of 60 participants with an H. pylori infection found that symptoms of antibiotic-related diarrhea and nausea improved within 14 days. Researchers from another study3 gave 47 participants a similar probiotic-rich drink and found that while there were slight improvements initially, the most significant improvements didn’t happen until week four....

While the phase might come to an end, the honeymoon feelings can be accessed time and time again forever. Once you recognize that things have gotten stale, you can put in the “work” (it’s fun, I promise!) to revive the love that brought you together in the first place. (Here’s a few ways to deepen your sexual connection as a couple. Also, read this if your partner isn’t interested in sex lately....

While these techniques may previously have been reserved for professional athletes, doctor’s offices, and people with a lot of money to burn, devices such as sauna blankets, at-home infrared saunas, cold plunges, and cold therapy machines are blowing the recovery space right open. That’s not to say this equipment all comes cheap, but thanks to the explosive rise of these at-home techniques, hot and cold recovery are becoming way more accessible, even mainstream, with no sign of slowing down any time soon....

Luckily, through lots of experiments and working as a health coach, I’ve picked up a few tricks that can help to ease the discomfort of winter health woes. They’ve completely stopped my sinus infection in its tracks. But what came next was totally unexpected. My stubborn breakout started to heal after a few days of dedicated commitment to this routine. My acne-prone skin suddenly looked much clearer and brighter—without changing any of my skin care products!...

When we engage in deep and rhythmic breathing, we activate the vagus nerve, turn on our parasympathetic nervous system, and pump the brakes on anxiety and stress. As our physiology returns to its inherent state, our mind calms, our heart opens, and we remember the wholeness and truth of who we are. There are many types of breathwork techniques that can have this calming and fortifying effect on the body....

Here, dietitians and nutrition experts share the basics of magnesium absorption and explain how long the supplement typically stays in the body—and what that means about when to take it. A large portion of the population in Western countries2 does not get enough magnesium from food alone, hence why dietary supplements have utility and have also become so popular3. “It’s estimated that 43% of U.S. adults4 currently fail to meet their daily magnesium needs through diet alone, which is over 100 million adults, to put this nutrient gap in perspective,” Ferira expounds....

Of the different omega-3s out there, three are probably the most well-known: EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), and ALA (alpha-linolenic acid). Each is a little different and has its own unique roles in the body. Here’s what the latest research and top experts have to say about how much omega-3s to aim for, who might need more than others, and your best options for meeting your needs. Here’s the deal: There is an established daily nutritional requirement (aka adequate intake or “AI”) for ALA, the omega-3 you’ll find in plant sources like flaxseed, chia seeds, soy, and walnuts....

“There’s always so much to do, but it’s very important to get enough rest,” Kerr told Vogue. To keep her sleep routine in check, the model uses the Sleep Cycle app. “The app tells me my average time in bed is seven hours. I’d really like to have eight hours but if I get that, it’s like, ‘Hallelujah!’” Emma received her B.A. in Environmental Science & Policy with a specialty in environmental communications from Duke University....

But recently, we came across an interesting take: What if you, uh, don’t step outside? Given how many of us spent ample time indoors this year, it’s a valid question. Do you still need to reapply, and if so, how diligently? Ahead, a derm tells all. “Sunscreens need to form a film over the skin in order to work,” says Landriscina. (Physical options manually block UV rays, while chemical formulas absorb the rays and transfer them into heat, but both provide some sort of barrier....

“Porn is neither good nor bad,” Janet Brito, Ph.D., LCSW, a licensed psychologist and AASECT-certified sex therapist, confirms to mbg. “However, if it’s causing emotional distress for you or your relationship, interfering with your daily functioning, then it is a good idea to examine your relationship to porn and what function it serves for you.” Many people in relationships watch porn regularly without any negative effects on their relationship. A 2013 study1 found 71% of men and 56% of women think it’s acceptable to watch porn in a relationship, including watching by yourself, in certain circumstances....

For more than 17 years, I suffered from depression. I’ve been on all types of medication. Most recently, a combination of three: Wellbutrin, escitalopram, and Xanax. Medication had become part of my life, and I made peace with needing it. I understood there was a chemical imbalance in my brain, one I was likely born with, and accepted the reality of needing medication—quite possibly for the rest of my life....

Melatonin, for example, is effective at telling your body it’s bedtime, but as a hormone, it can make you wake up on the wrong side of the bed. Gentler sleep aids like valerian and chamomile shouldn’t leave any lingering grogginess, but they’re also too mild to make a noticeable difference for a lot of folks. Here’s what reviewers have to say about how the game-changing supplement strikes a balance for them and works better than any other option they’ve tried: —Greg S....

But if you never ask the question, you’ll never know the answer. Instead of living with the “what if,” use this expert advice to increase the chances of a successful date invite—and to be able to gracefully handle the occasional “no” when it comes. In deciding whether to take things to the next level, dating coach Kevin Carr says there are cues you can look for. “When you attempt to engage in conversation, does the person you’re interested in match your energy, or do they reply with one-word answers to keep the conversation short and simple?...

People can be passive-aggressive in marriages and relationships, and it’s also sometimes seen in friendships or even professional settings. But this lack of communication can ruin relationships if it endures. Even without prior experiences that would promote passive-aggression, a partner might lean on passive-aggressive behavior if they perceive it’s unsafe to express negative emotions in their marriage. Some partners even believe it’s a safe way to get what they want without sparking confrontation, while others aren’t even aware that their behavior is passive-aggressive....

Here’s how to do it properly, as demonstrated by certified yoga instructor Phyllicia Bonanno, plus tips, modifications, and the benefits you can expect to see from this pose. If it’s still too much, even with a block, consider trying a reclined figure-4 stretch. And of course, be careful if you have any chronic issues with your hips or low back. As you get comfortable in this pose, you can lower your head down, either resting your forehead on your hands or stretching your arms out straight toward the front of the mat, bringing your forehead to rest on the ground....

Aristotle first raised the concept of lucid dreaming in his treatise On Dreams in the fourth century BCE, but the practice wasn’t studied scientifically until the 1970s1. Since then, it has been validated as a “hybrid state of consciousness2 with definable and measurable differences from waking and from REM sleep,” the sleep stage in which we dream. As you can imagine, lucid dreaming opens the door to quite a lot of fun, author of Lucid Dreaming: Gateway to the Inner Self Robert Waggoner tells mbg....