After all, I’m a work in progress, but there have been some huge takeaways. Here are my top 20 things I know now that I wish I’d known while I was living my 20s: Similarly, I look at my friends in their 40s, an age where I thought everyone has it together and realize they’re still figuring it out, too. Here’s why that’s a good thing: when you’re stagnant, you’re dead....
As a recap for those who may not be familiar with the Universal Year Cycles of numerology: Each year has a universal theme (or energy) that we experience as a collective, and each year cycle builds on the last. Are you ready for self-reflection and to dive deep into the inner workings of your spiritual self? Because that is exactly what 2023 is inviting us to do. The collective will undergo major shifts in how we think, see, and view the world this year....
Like vitamins and minerals, quercetin is found naturally in many of the foods you’re probably already eating—and some that likely don’t make it to your plate very often. Here, we break down some must-knows about this potent antioxidant and share the foods highest in quercetin that deserve a place in your diet this year. Research has also connected quercetin to allergy-relief and some pretty serious immune support3. According to Vincent Pedre, M....
But now, amid inevitable seasonal immune challenges and what 2020 and beyond taught us, a top question on your mind may be: What can I do to bolster my immune system? While there’s no real way to “boost” the immune system, there are definitely ways to support and strengthen immune cells and their critical functions. It’s a daily process that requires tending to, well, every day. And it starts in the gut....
The ingredients in African black soap will vary between regions. For Alaffia’s fair-trade body washes and soap bars from West Africa, saponification follows a Togolese recipe that the brand’s founder, Olowo-n’djo Tchala, grew up using. Locally harvested shea butter and Orangutan-safe West African palm oil—the fatty acids—are mixed with a potassium-rich salt called potash—the base—then cooked for six hours. The “black” in its name refers to the resulting color, although it’s naturally more of a brownish color (a soap that’s actually black may have other ingredients added to it, like charcoal)....
Flavor: Slightly nutty. Consistency: Firm when cooked and similar to wheat pasta. Just don’t overcook them! They can get mushy and stick together. Best use: Use them in your favorite hot or cold pasta dish. Flavor: Earthier than its white flour counterpart. Consistency: Whole wheat pasta has a denser texture than traditional, which may take some getting used to. Some people notice more of a difference with the longer noodles than with shorter shapes....
Here, find out everything you need to know about the health benefits of wakame and why this sea vegetable deserves to be on your plate. While the iodine content of wakame1 varies depending on where it is harvested, on average it has about 42 mcg of iodine per gram. The recommended daily allowance of iodine2 for adults is 150 mcg. Just be aware that excessive iodine may actually worsen thyroid symptoms in some and can even lead to hyperthyroidism....
While our hair type is generally determined by genetics (and the heritability of curly hair lies between 85 and 95 percent1), our waves, curls, and coils come from an asymmetrical hair follicle, which causes the hair to curve into all sorts of fun shapes. Curvy hair also has an uneven distribution of keratin, the protein that makes up our hair… Thank you, science! So when it comes to enhancing our curvy hair—it’s important to use products formulated with this specific hair composition in mind....
Chances are, you’re experiencing a battle between the conscious and subconscious mind. The conscious part of our mind houses logic, rational decision-making, and willpower. But did you know that this part of our mind makes up only about 12% of our total brainpower? The remaining 88% is ALL happening on a subconscious level. Let’s say you want to lose a few pounds but almost every night before bed you eat a few bowls of cereal....
As an integrative neurologist who sees firsthand how devastating chronic conditions like Alzheimer’s disease can be, I can say with certainty that the glymphatic system an area of health we can’t afford to overlook. Here, I offer some insight into how the glymphatic system works and how you can optimize it with simple dietary and lifestyle changes—boosting cognition and reducing your risk for neurodegenerative diseases in the process. But why exactly would the brain need a waste removal mechanism?...
For some people, emotional connection, mutual trust, and a sense of safety within the relationship can basically be thought of as a prerequisite to the fulfillment of your sexual desires. Intimacy also requires acceptance, understanding, and, of course, physical attraction. Ultimately, it’s that feeling of being at home with someone that we crave so much, and that makes the actual act of sex so pleasurable. One of the most underrated ways to increase trust and ditch fear in your relationship (which hinders intimacy during sex) is to really work on developing a solid, always-evolving friendship with your partner....
Below are six essential oils to support your lymphatic system with stimulation and drainage. Here, six that might help and how to use them to optimize your lymphatic system.
Ready to put your strength to the test? Give these pushup variations a try during your next workout: Note: If this exercise is too difficult, place your hands on an elevated surface (like a table or stool) to remove some of the resistance. Benefits: This variation puts more stress and emphasis on the chest. Note: If this exercise is too difficult, position yourself between two tables or chairs. Place one hand on each surface to perform your repetitions....
For more on optimizing your gut health, check out our top signs of an unhealthy gut, plus what to do about it. She moved to New York from Norway in 2006 as a model before beginning her career in wellness. She works closely with Dr. Frank Lipman at his practice in Manhattan, helping to guide his high–profile patients through dietary changes to fit them into their demanding and busy lives....
How you enhance your cupid’s bow, though, is ultimately up to personal preference: Some wish to blur out the peaks for a more muted lip; for others, that little dip is the main character of their entire beat. The good news is, we’ve compiled makeup artist tips for all types of cupid’s bows—prominent, round, or somewhere in between. Although, experts have yet to determine whether the cupid’s bow actually has a scientific purpose—whether yours is pronounced or more rounded, it doesn’t seem to matter....
This can certainly be a strength—but other times, intuitive empaths may find their abilities to be a weakness. Here’s why, plus signs of an intuitive empath and how to thrive as one. An intuitive empath is someone who connects to the energy and emotions around them through their intuition, which is particularly strong. “So it’s basically a sixth sense,” explains psychotherapist Annette Nuñez, Ph.D., LMFT. “And it really takes practice in order to be in tune with what’s going on for them in their internal body, and not logically overanalyzing it,” she adds....
Here are some of the many benefits of teaching yoga to kids: There are lots of tools you can use to teach yoga to children. The young ones like games, doing poses from yoga books for children and singing songs with big, expressive movements. Older children love to create their own poses, be challenged by balancing and learn about the muscles and other aspects of anatomy. Karen teaches in studios, schools, training centers and businesses in Boston....
Different digits have different meanings, often related to how big or small the number is. The number 1 (aka the first single digit), for example, typically indicates a beginning, while the number 9 (the last single digit) often relates to endings or finalities. And as Richardson explains, understanding angel numbers and their accompanying messages involves getting clear on what was happening—or what you were thinking about—when you noticed them. For example, you might notice the clock at 1:11 as you were thinking about expanding your business, for instance, which would be a positive sign that your angels support that idea, Richardson notes....
When you’re short on time but still want to do a workout that gets your heart pumping and your body moving from head to toe, HIIT is the way to go. HIIT stands for “high-intensity interval training,” and it involves short bursts of exercise followed by limited rest. If you haven’t warmed up your body already, I recommend starting with a short sequence: arm circles, side stretches, inchworms, toe touches, and jumping jacks....
Earlier this month, I shared a low-impact, high-intensity cardio workout using a mini-trampoline. Now, I’ve created a workout that’s similarly gentle on your joints but doesn’t require any equipment (except maybe a yoga mat). Introducing, your new favorite low-impact cardio sculpting workout to do at home. This routine includes strength- and balance-focused movements, with a cardio push! As you move through the workout, I encourage you to focus on your breathing, to really help get the most out of the 10 minutes....
