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If the science-backed benefits of hemp have you curious, but you don’t know how to start incorporating the product into your routine, you’re in the right place. All are members of the Cannabis family but come from different parts of the Cannabis plant: Hemp seed oil is cold-pressed from the seeds of the plant and does not contain CBD. Hemp oil can come from all parts of the plant except the roots, and CBD can be found in all parts except the roots and seed....

Intrigued? Here’s what human design is all about, plus how to get a reading and what to look out for in your chart. That information would become human design as it is known today. He wrote of his experience in a book titled Rave I’Ching and spent the rest of his life sharing what he had learned. Since then, the practice has clearly resonated with many people, as it continues to get more attention around the world....

Fasting is trendy, especially something more recently being called intermittent fasting. Fasting is a general term for going without food for a set amount of time (from a few hours to a few weeks), with or without liquid additions. Sometimes fasting is used to refer to going without a particular thing, such as sugar, meat, or alcohol, but that’s not the technical definition. For example, if you finish dinner at 6 p....

We learn a lot about ourselves when we learn about beauty. It’s why the time felt so right to explore the intimate and intricate relationship between beauty and well-being. And we thought the most appropriate place to do so was through a new podcast, Clean Beauty School. So why Clean Beauty School? Sure, “clean” is occasionally used in a way to scare you into buying products. It’s a word that sometimes even elicits eye rolls....

While buying organic kale is one way to avoid pesticide consumption, some people have floated the idea that it may still contain toxic heavy metals. Recent research hasn’t backed up the claims, but without a proper understanding, the statements may sound scary. To help make sense of it, let’s talk heavy metals: where they come from, what to do about them, and what it all means for our kale consumption....

Today on the docket, we have seaweed. A staple of Asian cuisine for thousands of years, seaweed is touted as a must-have staple in a nutritious and varied diet. So, is it really that good for you? We investigate its key benefits. At mbg we love sea veggies (hello, organic veggies+), and seaweed is one of the most popular picks in this category. Other health benefits include: “[Phytonutrients] often have antioxidant properties in the body and may offer health benefits when consumed, however more research is needed,” says Knudsen....

To break it down further, you can think about the energy of the cup suit, as well as the energy the King brings to each suit. As astrologist and tarot expert Bess Matassa previously explained to mbg, the suit of cups is connected to water, which is associated with emotions, feelings, and intuition. “For me, it’s about those internal waters—the internal, emotional experience,” she notes. And, she adds, the court cards in each suit (King, Queen, Knight, and Page) can be interpreted as people and personalities, but they can also represent “parts of ourselves that we’re being asked to reclaim....

As you can imagine, what’s considered “kinky” and “out of the norm” might vary depending on the individual. It’s based primarily on your generation, culture, and religion. For instance, your grandmother might find dildos or doggy style to be a form of kink, while those same things might be considered vanilla and boring to her grandchildren in Gen Z. Many people have some slight fetishistic behaviors—a voluptuous butt, for example, is currently a popularly fetishized body part—but a true fetish is when an object or behavior is required for sexual arousal....

Lion’s breath, or simhasana pranayama in Sanskrit, is one powerful breath that can help you clear your throat chakra, become more energized, and more. Here’s what lion’s breath is all about, how to do it, and tips to keep in mind when you do. This technique gets its name because as you sit for lion’s breath, your posture resembles that of a sitting lion. (In Sanskrit, simha means “lion.”) In the yogic tradition, lion’s breath is thought to help people balance or clear their throat chakras and strengthen their lungs....

Devon’s first book, Earth Women, is coming soon. To learn more, join the mailing list, and receive updates, head to www.devonbarrowwriting.com.

In just three days, you can begin your journey of microbiome health for life. Of course, like any habit, it will take more than three days to achieve significant results; this three-day reboot is to provide the tools that you need for a lifelong shift in your diet, your health, and your mood. Because your brain is composed primarily of fat, you need healthy fats to support your brain. Healthy fats are first and foremost those found in nature....

In the past, we’ve talked about the skin barrier as something of a “brick and mortar” visual—and while this isn’t entirely inaccurate, it’s not the whole picture. So what makes up this moisture barrier? A combination of proteins from dead skin cells and lipids. To go back to the brick-and-mortar analogy I alluded to in the introduction, if there was a part of the skin that resembled the brick wall, it’d be this....

That being said, if someone has access to the best doctors and mental health experts in the game, it would be a mistake not to at least consider their tried-and-true habits. Our co-founder and CEO, Jason Wachob, has chatted with countless neuroscientists, psychologists, and psychiatrists on the mindbodygreen podcast about the best stress-reducing tips. As a result, he has picked up quite the restorative routine over the years. This timed-breath routine where the exhales are longer than the inhales can help immediately soothe the nervous system—here’s a full tutorial, if you’d like to follow along....

This stone is mainly found in the mountains of Russia, as well as parts of Australia, Sweden, and the U.S. Known as a crystal to support love, new beginnings, and more, Leavy explains that the bold black lines that go across rhodonite’s pink background are “a great metaphor for the balance that we need between tenderness and sternness.” “It helps you get rid of some of that baggage from the past, when you need to release fear or shame or resentment or regret,” she says....

Which brings us to this handy guide for round eyes: Many consider this eye shape naturally doe-like, as round eyes often appear open and youthful. Here, we tapped makeup artists on how to enhance the round eye shape. Find their expert-level tips below. If you’re still a little unsure, see here for our full eye shapes guide or check out our other eye-specific explainers: almond, monolid, hooded, upturned, and downturned....

In both philosophies, it represents the final stage of a spiritual path where one may become enlightened. But what does that really mean, and how do you actually achieve it? Here’s an overview. As assistant professor of Hindu studies at the University of Denver Dheepa Sundaram, Ph.D., explains to mbg, “Patanjali’s system was really also about bringing together a synchronized vision of yoga that would be nonsectarian and not necessarily linked to one particular religious tradition....

Initially, this savory breakfast may seem “too new” or too different. Believe me when I tell you, we felt the same way. But then we tried it. Wow, does it grow on you! The nutritional yeast creates a wonderful creaminess. On a cold day, this warms you through and through. And you have the benefit of getting your greens at breakfast. Once I accidentally used farro instead of oats (our grain cupboard is crowded!...

Here’s what to know about the astrological compatibility between Sagittarius and Scorpio. Scorpio is the eighth sign of the zodiac, and Sagittarius is the ninth, making this pairing a semisextile aspect that sits one sign apart. When thinking about semisextile couples, you do not get quite the positive impression you would as when thinking of a trine pair since they are so different on the surface. Scorpio is fixed, and Sagittarius is mutable....

Ever hear that Taureans are stubborn or immovable? Well, when a Taurus sets their mind to something, it’s going to happen. (But don’t rush them—Taureans move at a slow, steady pace, unlike the fast-and-furious Aries who come before them in the zodiac.) Venus, the ruler of Taurus, is the planet of love, beauty, art, peace, and harmony. Thanks to Venus’ sweet and sultry energy, Taureans are also known for their love of all things earthly and sensory....