Here are 5 reasons why castor oil should be a staple in your natural health arsenal. It helps to bring down inflammation and even mediate pain, so reach for that castor oil the next time your joints start to predict that rainy weather!
The thing is: We don’t have to lose ourselves in the holiday frenzy. This time of year can be restful and relaxing if we simply prioritize more sleep and less stress. Journaling by a glowing fire? Supporting our body with the latest stress and sleep supplements from The Vitamin Shoppe? Not only does a little self-care go a long way, but it can also further stoke the holiday spirit. With that in mind, we’ve compiled five simple (and seasonal!...
If you’re ready to embark on your vermicomposting journey, these are the best worm composter bins to get you started. A worm bin can be as simple as a plastic container with a lid, or as complicated as a multi-layer bin with many different compartments and features. While you can save money by building your own bin, Chia-Ming Ro, a garden consultant and owner of Coastal Homestead explains that buying a pre-made one “takes the guesswork out....
Reflect honestly on your obstacles and understand where your problem lies. Journal on the question: When and how did this all start? The first step to untangling yourself from your karmic knots and advancing toward your true potential is to get to the root of the issue. Don’t become the “victim” of your vulnerabilities—this invites all sorts of karmic scenarios that play on your sensitivities. Instead, develop the courage to defy your downfalls and take the reins of karmic patterns....
You have the power to change who you are and how others see you. You don’t have to remain locked in old patterns. You can become the new you. When you want to change what’s inside, you can do something similar by using words to create a character model of the person you’re trying to become. It may not be as easy as flipping through old photo albums, but all it takes to begin the process of self-reinvention is following these seven steps: These seven steps will give you a clear target to shoot for, a portrait of the person you want to be – of the person you will become as you trade in the old you for the new one....
As a nutritionist, I often speak to the importance of listening to the body and knowing when to take a step back in order to focus on refueling. We simply can’t expect the body to perform at its best while running on empty. Focusing on a whole foods diet is important in supporting immune function and reducing inflammation that occurs as a result of sugar and processed foods. If the liver isn’t able to adequately process toxins and fats, it can lead to poor health and a weakened immune system....
The condition encompasses a range of symptoms and can be different for everyone. Some people experience flashbacks while others have panic attacks. Depression and anxiety are hallmarks, and those with PTSD may feel the need to avoid people, places, and things that can act as “triggers” of their often debilitating symptoms. One of the hardest parts of dealing with PTSD is how hard we can be on ourselves. We invalidate our own feelings, thinking that we have no right to feel this way....
“Erotic hypnosis has a way of enhancing the things that the subject already enjoys. It can draw things out that would otherwise stay hidden, allow the hypnotee to be more sensitive, and lower inhibition if that’s what they want,” hypnodomme and certified hypnotist Katherine Dire tells mbg. “It’s a way of playing with sexuality in a way that is a little indirect.” Then, the hypnotist suggests you into a trance....
“I want to live until I’m 100, but not unless I feel great in my body,” he shares in a recent video testimonial. Luckily, the more we learn about longevity, the more feasible a long and healthy life appears to be. One way to help you feel fantastic as you age? Supplementing with a high-quality multivitamin. A complete (and high-potency) daily multi, mindbodygreen’s ultimate multivitamin+ contains all of the essential vitamins and minerals you need on a daily basis to fill nutrient gaps in your diet....
The points Paige discusses are outlined below. Tune in to the video for more detail on exactly how to activate them. Stomach 25: Also known as Celestial Pivot, Stomach 25 is responsible for regulating the stomach and spleen activities, as well as intestines. There are actually two points for this one, on either side of the belly button. Ren 6: Right below the belly button, the Sea of Qi acupressure point helps with digestion and specifically regulates kidney health....
The last two on the list are arguably the most common, but how much do you know about AHAs and BHAs—or which type is better suited for what skin type? Here, we provide all you need to know to make an informed choice. Of the AHAs, lactic acid and glycolic acid are often considered some of the most beneficial, as they’ve both been shown to1 increase skin cell turnover, improve moisture content of skin, and reduce the appearance of fine lines....
“Amethyst, due to its deep purple color, is associated with Bacchus, the Greek god of wine,” Askinosie tells mbg, adding that large drinking vessels used for water and wine used to be carved from this stone. “Roman matrons believed that wearing amethyst would help to guarantee fidelity, and Cleopatra is said to have worn a signet ring made of amethyst to represent enlightenment and love,” she adds. Amethyst is also one of the 12 gemstones that lined the walls of Heaven in the book of Revelations, with amethyst’s color associated with the wine transfigured to Christ’s blood....
Inflammation in the body can cause or contribute to many debilitating, chronic illnesses—including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis1, heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and even cancer2. That’s why, as a doctor and founder of the Kaplan Center for Integrative Medicine, I recommend my patients eat a diet focused on anti-inflammatory principles. Here, I share some of my top ways to optimize your diet, plus my go-to anti-inflammatory foods. To get your fill of fiber, seek out whole grains, fruits, and vegetables....
Across a varied range of aphrodisiac foods, spices, herbs, and plant-based and non-plant-based substances, Cline says they “ideally [increase] blood flow to genitals or get some of those neurochemicals flowing,” such as oxytocin or dopamine, which are neurotransmitters and hormones our brains release during sex. That said, while people often slurp down oysters in hopes that they’re an aphrodisiac, Cline says there isn’t enough scientific evidence to support many of the aphrodisiacs of pop culture....
There are over 200 varieties of hibiscus tea that are commercially sold in the United States. The formal name of hibiscus is the Hibiscus Sabdariffa flower. It is caffeine-free (as long as it is not blended with other teas) and bursting with sweet-yet-tart flavors, making it the perfect swap for a normally sugar-filled juice or beverage. Its flavor is thought to be similar to cranberry, and it is sometimes referred to as “sour tea....
Research is still ongoing about the ways bergamot can be used to support health and well-being, but we’ve compiled what’s out there so far. Although not yet researched for fighting the bacteria that cause acne, Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes), bergamot has been tested for its antimicrobial power against Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus). Not to gross you out, but in one study, scientists found that bergamot inhibited the growth of staph introduced to fish samples3....
Unfortunately, psychiatric care can be expensive—no matter what budget you’re working with. It can also be inconvenient, especially if you’re accommodating the schedule of a busy practitioner who only offers sessions during working hours. But thanks to the advancement of telehealth services, psychiatric care has never been more accessible. The best online psychiatry services address the issues of traditional in-person care by offering affordable virtual sessions. More impressive? Many of these services offer faster response times compared to traditional providers, yet they can still have prescribed medications shipped to your door....
I’ve also been under the impression that an OTC cream like Monistat or a prescription antifungal like fluconazole is the only acceptable treatment for yeast infections. But recently, I was listening to a podcast on which several women were talking about successfully using boric acid—yes, that white powder that’s often used as a pest killer and home cleaner—to not only treat yeast infections when other methods had failed but to do so quickly and gently....
The short answer is yes, you can. But it will limit what you can do with the fruit after. Unlike some other fruits and veggies, watermelon won’t thaw nicely back to something resembling its original texture. When thawed, the watermelon tends to get quite mushy due to its high water content. However, there are ways to freeze the fruit that make it usable for a variety of fun and flavorful options....
“Just like clear quartz has inclusions of aluminum and lithium, that’s what helps create the kind of golden smoky color you see in natural citrine,” explains Ashley Leavy, founder and educational director of the Love and Light School of Crystal Therapy. There’s also heat-treated citrine, she adds, which is commonly called “fake citrine” or “baked amethyst.” Heat-treated citrine is amethyst, another variety of quartz, that’s been heated to change its color from purple to shades of yellow, amber, etc....
