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After a year defined by all the things we were missing, it’s safe to say that we all deserve to exercise our right to self-love. So in 2021, we’re flipping the script to introduce a new approach to the way we eat—we call it mindful feasting. But what does it mean to “mindfully feast”? It means treating yourself to the foods that bring you joy, nourish you with the good stuff, and—most importantly—make your taste buds sing....

Although you’re probably not asking someone about their MBTI before a first date, knowing it can be a shortcut to more information about a potential partner’s personality. Let’s dive into some of the basics on Myers-Briggs relationship compatibility. Extroversion/introversion speaks to how you get your energy. Enlivened by crowds, parties, and spending time with others? You’re likely an extrovert. If you prefer to re-energize through quiet time and solitary pursuits, introversion probably describes you better....

The neem tree produces small white flowers and a yellow-green fruit, and literally every part of the tree has been used for medicine and therapeutic treatments. The neem tree has so many medicinal uses (it contains more than 100 pharmacologically active substances), in fact, that in India, it’s been called “the village pharmacy.” It’s no surprise, then, that neem oil has been used for hundreds of years in traditional Indian medicine and ayurveda1....

In reality, there are many times when desire and physical arousal don’t match. In fact, physical arousal (genital response) is distinct from subjective arousal1 (active mental engagement in sex), and the lingering confusion about this distinction can contribute to many people’s insecurity or concern within their own sex lives and—at worst—can blur the meaning of true consent. “Arousal concordance and non-concordance describe the simultaneous physical manifestation (or lack thereof) of a mental and emotional state of arousal,” physician and sexuality counselor Dr....

Here are the most important factors to rev your metabolism: Pairing these tips with a customized meal plan can kick your metabolism into high gear. Ingredients Ingredients Ingredients Preheat oven to 375°F. Chop the vegetables and toss them with the olive oil, herbs, salt, and pepper. If you have time, let the mixture stand for 30 minutes before baking for 30 minutes.

More specifically, we’re focusing on “greenifying” our kitchens, so that every day (not just Earth Day) can be a little more eco-friendly. And to make it easier for you, we’ve rounded up our favorite sustainable products that are better for us, better for the planet, and leave the kitchen more organized and refreshed. Step closer to nature with these sustainable swaps: Devon’s first book, Earth Women, is coming soon. To learn more, join the mailing list, and receive updates, head to www....

One such example is propylene glycol. It used to be that the petrochemical-derived ingredient was to be avoided in the clean beauty and natural food space (it’s a common food additive as well as being a skin care ingredient). However, if you are one to read ingredient lists and only shop clean skin care retailers, you’ve likely noticed it showing up in some products recently. So here’s everything you need to know about it—including how to identify bio-based options....

“The prostate is jam-packed with thousands of nerve endings, which makes it feel very pleasurable when stimulated,” explains Zane. The multifunctional gland can be reached directly by penetrating the anus 2 to 3 inches inside toward the stomach-side of the body, he explains. “Typically, prostates respond well to repetitive touch and pressure,” says Marla Renee Stewart, M.A., a sex educator for the adult wellness brand Lovers. This can be achieved through anal penetration with your hands or with the help of an anal-safe toy, like a prostate massager, anal vibrator, or curved butt plug....

So here’s how you can protect your hair from sun damage. Overexposure to the sun effects the protective barrier of natural oils we all have on our scalp by causing blood vessels to dilate and become inflamed. Sometimes this damage causes the synthesis of superoxide, a compound that may cause hair follicles to switch off growth and enter the shedding phase, which leads to hair loss. Damaged hair can be reconditioned to temporarily appear healthy, but nothing can permanently “fix” or “repair” damaged hair....

Pterostilbene is closely related to resveratrol, an antioxidant found in grapes, and seems to have similar benefits—although, there are far fewer studies on pterostilbene. Both are compounds known as stilbenes, but research shows that pterostilbene has superior bioavailability1 (about 80 percent bioavailability compared to resveratrol’s 20 percent). This means that your body may be able to use it more efficiently and effectively. Some experts also believe that pterostilbene and resveratrol are better when consumed together, acting synergistically to promote health and prevent a variety of diseases, which is why you’ll often find them packaged together in supplements....

That’s why if you see salicylic acid, or its all-natural cousin willow bark or white willow, on a shampoo’s ingredient label, you might think, Huh? Well, much like it has skin-supporting benefits for your face, it actually can be quite beneficial for the scalp as well—particularly if you have certain scalp conditions. It makes sense if you think about it: Since the BHA is so good at breaking down oil in your pores, of course it can do the same on your scalp and hair follicles....

With a quick one-two punch of strategic skin care and makeup tricks, you’ll look bright and rested—fake it till you make it! Combine about ¼ cup organic brown sugar, 1½ tablespoons of jojoba oil, and a few drops of frankincense essential oil, which acts as a toner and pore minimizer. Throw these together and apply liberally, scrubbing in circular motions to help boost blood flow and get rid of dead, flaky skin....

But if you’re like Mama Bear and prefer your bed on the softer side, we’ve kicked off your research by rounding up some of the best soft mattresses on the market today. From our more affordable option to our most eco-friendly pick, there’s bound to be a soft bed for you on this list. “The type of mattress you sleep on absolutely influences how you are going to sleep,” says Bonney....

Through rigorous research and working with thousands of clients over more than 15 years in sex therapy, sex therapist and licensed psychotherapist Vanessa Marin, M.S., has pinpointed 11 unique sexual personality types and developed a system for helping people understand which one they fall into. “Just as it’s important for us to understand what we’re looking for in a partner and in a relationship, we need to know what we’re looking for out of our sex life,” Marin tells mbg....

While the underlying causes vary and every person’s gut is unique, research shows that certain supplements, like those we’ve compiled below, can help ease bloating and support healthy digestion:* The gut microbiome is intricately connected to digestive health. Gut bacteria help break down certain carbohydrates, like starch and fiber, that we cannot fully digest ourselves. Through this process, called fermentation, gut bacteria produce byproducts called short-chain fatty acids (or SCFAs), which have been shown to help support digestive health1....

Clarity of the mind is central to cultivating attention, which plays huge role in our productivity, performance, and ability to make sound decisions. One of the most direct and accessible ways to increase your attention span is through physical movement or meditation—or any practice that fosters the mind body connection. But sometimes it’s not enough. So we enlisted mbg’s network of functional health experts and medical doctors to share the supplements they recommend for banishing brain fog and increasing focus....

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

There are many factors that could be contributing to poor sleep—and small changes in your routine, like adding the best products for insomnia, could help. One remedy for sleeplessness that’s exploded in popularity in recent years is weighted blankets, especially for those suffering from stress and anxiety, who boast about their positive impact on sleep quality. As sleep expert and psychiatrist Nishi Bhopal, M.D., previously told mbg, “It’s thought that weighted blankets provide deep pressure stimulation, which activates the parasympathetic, or ‘rest and digest’ part of the nervous system....

As a psychologist, my entire job is to help people make transformations, whether in their mental well-being, performance, or relationships. Technically, everybody is capable of change. Or so I believed—until I found my life in danger, as the man I loved started exhibiting increasingly abusive behavior. It was then that I had to face up to the truth: that some people are incapable of changing. That is why we call it a personality disorder—because it pervades every level of what they are as a person....

Regenerative agriculture, which protects these massive but delicate colonies by minimizing soil erosion, has emerged as a way to promote human and environmental health. Prioritizing microscopic life makes for farms that can produce nutritious food in the face of warming temperatures and extreme weather events. Microbe-rich soil is also more capable of sucking carbon out of the atmosphere and storing it underground. According to a new blue-sky estimate by organic agriculture research nonprofit The Rodale Institute, if all the world’s farm and ranch land was managed regeneratively, our soil could recapture all the annual CO2 emissions produced by humans and then some....