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A recessive gene results in nectarines having a smoother, and thinner, skin. Nectarines also tend to be smaller and have a slightly stronger smell that also remain firmer when ripe. Both fruits come in yellow and white varieties, which are distinguished not just by color but by flavor, too. The white varieties tend to be less acidic, and are sweeter even when less ripe, while the yellow varieties need to soften more to acquire their sweetness....

When we think about donating, we think of the charity shop. Actually, we tend to think of the nearest or most convenient charity shop—but different stores will take different items, so there’s no need to limit ourselves to one. Donations don’t need to be limited to charity shops, either. We can give items away to community groups, organizations, and neighbors—and they’ll often take things charity shops might not. You’ll be surprised what it’s possible to give a new home....

First off: We all have those days when sleep, plans with friends, or a simple lack of motivation seem to take priority, and that’s OK. Here’s what personal trainers have to say about the benefits and the potential downsides of working out every day. When you work out (aka move) every day, you’re keeping the body efficient for movement. “Kind of like that saying, you don’t use it, you lose it,” NASM-certified personal trainer Jason Williams, NASM-CPT, tells mbg....

As we contemplate doing life from home, we’ve been looking into the role lighting plays in our well-being routine. Lighting is about so much more than just helping you see in the dark, it can support your circadian rhythm and create a mood that helps you mentally switch from work to play. C by GE has created smarter lighting systems to help support your at-home well-being routine, with automated settings, voice control, and motion sensor technology that seamlessly integrates into your home....

Some of this ire is likely attributed to the fact that the switch from traditional antiperspirants (made with aluminum salts to halt the sweating process by plugging the sweat glands) does come with an adjustment period of sorts, in which your body gets back to its baseline sweating levels. (This process varies from person to person and is totally normal if you go through it.) What’s more is that many expect natural deodorants to operate in the same way as their antiperspirant: Don’t confuse the two....

But one major part of that game plan? A smart topical formulation to improve skin texture, increase hydration, aid in protection, and encourage collagen production. Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream ($280) Burt’s Bees Renewal Firming Moisturizing Cream ($19.99) Orveda Firm Brew Botanical Moisturizer ($377) CocoKind Texture Smoothing Cream ($22) Macrene Actives Tinted Moisturizer ($165) Dr. Dennis Gross Ferulic Retinol Anti-Aging Moisturizer ($75) Ren Clean Skincare Bio Retinoid Youth Cream ($72) Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester Photo-Brightening Moisturizer ($75) Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Moisturizer ($68) January Labs Retexturizing Night Cream ($74) Tata Harper Fortifying Moisturizer ($120) Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream ($58) Tatcha The Water Cream ($69) Origins GinZing Ultra-Hydrating Energy-Boosting Cream ($32) Beautycounter Countersun Daily Sheer Defense For Face SPF 25 ($46)

But in order for skin care to be real self-care, our products should be just as safe as they are enjoyable. There are tons of intriguing skin care trends out there—but many beauty products contain chemical ingredients that haven’t been thoroughly studied1. While Europe has banned some 1,300 ingredients, the U.S. has only banned or partially restricted about 302. That’s why we’ve set our sights on skin care products that bring us closer to nature....

Think of these stages not as steppingstones to a final outcome but rather as a series of seasons that we move through in an eternal cycle. Here, the five stages of every relationship and how to navigate each one. It’s a satisfying narrative we see all the time in the movies, TV, and music. In reality, love is a journey without a final destination. We shouldn’t expect that at some point in our relationship, we’ll look back at the obstacles we overcame and say, “Well, that’s it!...

Luckily, there are ways to combat these woes—and acupressure is one of them. If you’ve explored traditional Chinese medicine (or spent any time on TikTok), you may have already been introduced to acupressure mats as an affordable yet effective method for reducing aches and pains. If not, today’s your lucky day. Acupressure mats can also reduce stress, relieve headaches, help you sleep better, and improve your overall well-being. Thanks to the growing popularity of these mats, there are a ton of options available on the market....

Now that we’ve addressed the unnecessary war on pores, we should note that there’s a difference between encouraging healthy pores and erasing them entirely. You see, pores can appear larger for a variety of reasons (we’ll explain in a moment), and when your pores expand, breakouts and irritation often aren’t too far behind. So, yes, those “pore minimizing” products do serve a purpose—and below, we’ve rounded up the ones that actually work....

And while it took a global health crisis to make immunity top of mind for many of us, mindbodygreen has always considered a strong immune system to be a pivotal cornerstone of overall health and well-being. We believe that immune health is rooted in key lifestyle strategies, like a nutrient-dense dietary pattern, quality sleep, moving often, and helping keep stress in check. Targeted, high-quality supplements also fit into this larger holistic picture of immune resilience....

“Some studies have suggested sensitivity in this area when stimulated, [which] can lead to improved lubrication and possibly more intense orgasm,” Michael Ingber, M.D., a board-certified female pelvic medicine and sexual health specialist with the Center for Specialized Women’s Health, tells mbg. The A-spot has sometimes been referred to as the “female prostate,” adds Alicia Sinclair, a certified sex educator and CEO of b-Vibe & Le Wand, “because of its precise location and ability to be stimulated similarly to the male prostate....

Death represents the shedding required to continue progressing along one’s path, Vanderveldt notes. “There’s a feeling of grief present, along with a fear of the unknown that’s difficult to make peace with in the moment, but if you can stick it out, there’s a new beginning on the other side.” Other cards in the tarot deck carry a similar message, Vanderveldt adds, explaining that the 10 of Swords is like a mini Death card: “This card says: It’s time to do it differently....

What goes into our carts ultimately goes into our bodies. So in 2021, we’re taking a fresh perspective on healthy eating by getting extra intentional about grocery shopping—especially when it comes to snacking. The best snacks are the ones that strike a balance between healthy ingredients, versatility, and good taste. Lucky for us, Simple Mills products check all the boxes. Devon’s first book, Earth Women, is coming soon. To learn more, join the mailing list, and receive updates, head to www....

With so many versions of the compound now available, it can be fun to play around with new ones from time to time. But it’s important to remember that even though this plant medicine is non-intoxicating, it’s still a medicine and should be consumed slowly, cautiously, and with the blessing of your doctor. It’s also worth noting that every form of CBD has its pros and cons, and some tend to be more effective than others....

Filled with a plant-based mixture and served with Primal Kitchen No Dairy Queso Style Plant Based Dip, these little roll-ups promise a kick. Queso makes everything better, only this Primal Kitchen specialty is made with pumpkin seed butter and a hint of jalapeño to keep things flavorful, sugar-free, vegan, Keto Certified, and Whole30Approved®. Bring these to the party, and you’ll have plenty of fans. Devon’s first book, Earth Women, is coming soon....

When the energy of a particular chakra is out of balance, it can affect one’s physical, mental, and emotional experiences associated with the corresponding theme of that chakra. Energetic wounds are simply chaotic fields in the subtle, or energetic, body, and this is often where illness and dysfunction begin. We quickly and instinctively learn to repress the parts of ourselves that we believe are unlovable, and we selectively express the characteristics and behaviors that our caregivers respond lovingly to....

In other words, the answer to what you should eat before you exercise is complicated—which is why we asked Jaime Schehr, N.D., R.D., to help break it down for us. The question of working out fasted tends to come up most for people who work out first thing in the morning. I don’t eat beforehand, as my body doesn’t perform well when I do so, but there are plenty of people who do, particularly endurance athletes or people doing strenuous workouts for long periods of time....

So, it makes complete sense to include good gut health practices in your immune-boosting regimen. Here, we will explore how the gut and immune system work together as well as some steps you can take to keep everything working as it should: From the time we are in our mother’s womb, healthful microbes are setting the stage for our immune systems to mature. In fact, early life imbalance has even been associated with an increased incidence of allergies and autoimmune disease later in life....

That’s because consuming a variety of them helps meet your daily nutrient needs. “The recommendation is to consume at least five servings a day, [with] ideally two servings of leafy greens, one serving of cruciferous veggies, and two servings of other veggies,” says Nisha Melvani, RDN, creator of Cooking for Peanuts. “When we say root veggies, we mean plants that we eat the underground part of […] These underground parts form to store carbohydrates as energy for the growing plant,” Nielsen says....