Step 3: Now, it’s time to attach your rope to yarn! Take the materials for your largest rainbow curve (64 cm of rope and 15 yards of yarn). Leave 2 cm from the end of your rope and attach your yarn with an overhand knot. Leave the tail facing back toward the rope length. Step 8: Working from the back of your piece, use your small curved needle and cotton thread to sew every rainbow curve to its neighbor....
Sign up for one of the Lexus Retreats in Motion programs and you’ll be one of the first to tune in to this conversation, as Buettner discusses why micro-movements are better than gym memberships (and how to fold in those “nudges” of movement into your everyday life), how Blue Zones–approved foods can help support the microbiome (and, thus, the immune system), as well as his own go-to pantry staples whenever he’s feeling peckish....
Consider astaxanthin (asta-ZAN-thin), an antioxidant that’s gaining popularity in the world of wellness. But before taking the supplement, it’s a good idea to understand the possible side effects, along with how much to take. Let’s explore what you can expect from taking astaxanthin, below. And get this: Astaxanthin is estimated to be 6,000 and 100 times stronger than vitamins C and E, respectively.* (We don’t want to forget, however, that vitamin C and E are also vital parts of the collagen synthesis process—so even if they have less antioxidant potency, they’re still very important for skin function, not to mention other essential roles in our body....
For example, if you want to enhance your natural collagen production, which you can do with collagen peptide supplements.* The research 1shows that these collagen peptides are able to support skin elasticity and dermal collagen density1.* How? Well hydrolyzed collagen peptides have been shown to help promote your body’s natural production of collagen2 and other molecules that make up the skin, like elastin and fibrillin.* Additionally, you’ll want to make sure the blend also has vitamin C and E, as they are not only free-radical fighters, but they are vital parts of the collagen synthesis process....
“Supporting Black businesses is important because that’s the way communities grow and sustain. Black-owned businesses are more likely to hire other black people. It all starts the trend of building and supporting the community,” Kristian Henderson, DrPH, professor of public health at George Washington University, a natural lifestyle enthusiast, and the founder of BLK+GRN, tells mbg in a Q&A. “Being a conscientious consumer, in general, is really important. Every time I spend money, I’m deciding what I invest in....
And as Ashley Leavy, founder and educational director of the Love and Light School of Crystal Therapy tells mbg, black tourmaline is primarily found in Brazil and China, though it can also be found in Nigeria, Kenya, Madagascar, and more. “A lot of iron-based minerals have this historical connection—and modern connection—with protection,” Leavy notes, adding that true black tourmaline will always be opaque. “You shouldn’t really be able to see light through it....
So, what gives? Is the popular herbal beverage a hallucinogen in disguise? Let’s delve into the possible reasons behind this rare phenomenon. In a person with hypertension, this effect might make their blood pressure drop closer to normal levels. But for someone who already has normal to low blood pressure, it could potentially result in low levels. Low blood pressure can cause dizziness, lightheadedness, blurry vision, and poor concentration. It may even lead to nausea or fatigue....
Kimberly Snyder, C.N., takes a measured stance, noting that “eating some fat is essential for beauty and health, but you don’t need to overdo it. If you look at some of the people around the world with the best health and longest lives, including various cultures in Asia, you’ll see that many of them favor plant foods with lower fat and protein consumption. Exactly how much avocado (and fat in general) you should consume in a day depends on your body type, general constitution, activity levels, and so on, so there is not a one-size-fits-all recommendation....
The character for chi (氣) means “energy’’ or “essence.” It depicts air with a pot of rice within and represents transformational power. Think of it like a seed that can be dormant for years but still have life force within it, just waiting to be awakened by dirt, water, and sunlight. Chi is best understood in relation to yin and yang. The principles of yin and yang theory are based on dynamic balance via the movement of chi energy....
While they’re not for everyone, clover lawns are pretty easy to start and a breeze to maintain. Here’s what to know about the pros and cons of this lawn type, and how to grow one for yourself. Clover was first brought into the U.S. from Europe in the 1600s and quickly started thriving across many parts of the country from there. “It grows well here—especially in disturbed areas like lawns,” says Nancy Lawson, naturalist and author of The Humane Gardener: Nurturing a Backyard Habitat for Wildlife....
Your home, your living temple, directly reflects your spiritual condition and worldly state. So get out of the habit of just rushing out of your home for something so important or demanding that you had to leave dishes in the sink, clothes on the floor, the floor unswept, and papers everywhere. As a result of leaving your home in disarray, you are sure to meet confusion in the streets. So happily wash those dishes; joyfully hang up your clothes; place books on their proper shelves and important papers in a file and out of sight; peacefully make your bed....
Ahead, we’ll clue you in to who desperately needs a detangler, plus expert-approved recipes to make a DIY spray in less than two minutes. Those with curls know well: Comb through the snarls without some sort of detangler (or—gasp—when the ringlets are bone dry), and you’re on the fast track to shedding, scalp irritation, and split ends. That said, conditioner works, too, if you like to detangle your strands in the shower (again, just some sort of slip is necessary)—just work through the knots after loading up on your conditioner of choice....
It raises the question: Does lotion ever, uh, go bad? And if so, when? Read on for all the details. However, expiration dates can differ depending on the product, so be sure to check the label each time. For instance, lightweight hydrators tend to be water-based to achieve a thinner consistency—and as you may know, water creates a fertile breeding ground for bacteria. While most market products do include safe preservatives to make the formula shelf-stable, they still typically have a shorter lifespan....
Other perks: In-depth size guides and fit explainers Price point: $17/underwear, $48/bralette NYC-based company Knickey sells cotton bralettes and underwear of different coverage. Their non-GMO, organic cotton basics are grown and dyed using nontoxic materials in India, and Knickey sends them to you in plastic-free, carbon-neutral shipping. Though their garments do contain some synthetic materials like elastane (spandex), the company will take them off your hands to be repurposed into things like insulation and carpet padding....
For example, recent studies3 have shown that the mother’s diet during lactation has an effect on the development of allergies in her pups down the road. Additionally, research published in 20203 found that feeding puppies a raw diet, such as Instinct Raw, tended to be associated with a decreased chance of developing allergies in adulthood. On the other hand, puppies fed kibble in the first one to two months of age were 182% more likely3 to suffer from environmental allergies compared to puppies fed raw....
Or spend a portion of the day tackling a closet or drawer that needs to be cleaned out. (Think you’re bad at decluttering? Here’s some motivation.) Choose one physical thing that needs de-cluttering in your life and do it today. Meditation: Set yourself up for success and quiet your mind with a 10-minute meditation. To settle yourself before you begin, take 10 deep cleansing breaths. Not sure how to begin meditating?...
To find out what fasted cardio entails and whether it’s safe and effective, mbg spoke with experts in exercise physiology and sports dietetics, who shared insight about exercising on an empty stomach. “Generally, it takes about four to five hours to completely digest a meal,” exercise physiologist John Ivy, Ph.D., says. “So after a meal, one would have to wait probably a minimum of four hours to get the benefit of fasted cardio....
You’ll need a reasonably heavy set of dumbbells here. We recommend the CAP Barbell 150-Pound Dumbbell Set, which comes with a pair of 5-pound, 10-pound, 15-pound, 20-pound, and 25-pound rubber hex dumbbells, and an A-frame dumbbell rack for storage. To complete these box exercises, use this Yes4All Plyometric Jump Box. Available in four height options, this Plyo Box is made of EPE foam for increased stability. All you need for this variation of the Pilates Hundred is a pair of STOTT PILATES Toning Balls....
While the project may seem like something for pros, you can easily do it at home. We consulted author of The MIND Diet and registered dietitian Maggie Moon, M.S., R.D., who made her own blooming bread and taught us how to do the same. A post shared by maggiemoon (@lunatessa) on Apr 18, 2020 at 6:34pm PDT A post shared by Blondie + Rye (Hannah P.) (@blondieandrye) on Mar 30, 2020 at 11:37am PDT A post shared by LUCELE 🌱 (@lucele_foodandwine) on May 4, 2020 at 10:56am PDT Aside from modifying flour to increase the whole grain content, she followed this classic focaccia recipe from Bon Appetit as her bread base....
This phrase traces back at least a century, with one of the first written records of it coming from a 1907 article in the Leicester Chronicle newspaper in England. “…My friend has what old country women call ‘a Green Thumb,’ that is to say, the gift of making anything and everything grow,” writes Ms. O’Conor Eccles. “Plants will endure liberties at her hands which a less affectionate, though more scientific gardener could not attempt....
