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A few years after, I took it further into veganism, which lasted four years. Vegetarians typically only exclude meat (and eat things like eggs and dairy), while vegans avoid all products related to animals including meat, dairy, eggs, and items such as leather. I never felt restricted, but after seven years of no meat, I chose to abandon my plant-based diet. I still refrain from eating beef, pork, and most dairy, but I’ve expanded my diet to include chicken, turkey, and fish....

According to both Page and licensed marriage and family therapist Shane Birkel, LMFT, guilt tripping is classic passive-aggressive behavior because it indicates an inability—or at least an unwillingness—to communicate in a healthy and constructive way. This kind of behavior can be seen across all kinds of relationships, from romantic to parent-child relationships to friendships, and even in the workplace between bosses or co-workers. Birkel adds that guilt tripping also doesn’t require the same vulnerability as directly sharing your hurt and how you’re feeling....

However, if a majority of your hair follicles do happen to be in the telogen phase, you will experience increased shedding—and, though it’s unfortunate, it’s also totally normal. “Our hair is highly sensitive to any kind of imbalance due to the fast rate [at which] it reproduces,” James says, explaining that extra hair shedding for up to three months post-pregnancy is common. In order to help try to maintain any semblance of homeostasis in the body during such a profoundly transitional time, “it is often recommended that new moms stay on prenatal vitamins for at least six months after giving birth....

Now, we’re seeing another buzzword popping up on TikTok that’s similar but different: hair slugging. No, hair slugging does not mean applying an occlusive jelly to your strands. In fact, you may have even heard of this practice already. Hair oiling, at its root, is an ancient Ayurvedic technique used to encourage hair growth and tend to the scalp while simultaneously providing a few mindful moments. “There is an element of it that is so familial,” explains Lisa Mattam, founder and CEO of the Ayurvedic beauty brand Sahajan, who has been oiling her hair since she was a child....

“Hematite’s name literally means ‘blood stone,’ as it comes from the Greek word for blood, haima,” Van Doren says, adding that it’s long been revered by many cultures for protection. “Roman and Native American warriors would paint themselves blood-red with powdered hematite for protection in battle,” she tells mbg. As crystal expert Heather Askinosie notes, this stone can sometimes be seen with red streaks running through its surface and is known for connecting the body to the Earth....

In this episode of Clean Beauty School, I chat with Boakye about why it’s so important to find a skin care pro (or team of them!) you trust—plus all the lifestyle habits she tells patients to adopt for clearer, more youthful-looking skin. “If you don’t manage your stress levels, then you’re always gonna have some form of acne. And acne is a spectrum—these breakouts could be whiteheads, blackheads, cysts, and everything in between,” she says....

But that’s not all it does—using a grimy makeup tool can have long-term effects, ones you’ve likely never attributed to a brush or sponge before. Namely? Wrinkles. Yes, you read that right. Essentially, when your makeup brush or sponge dirties with old makeup, dead skin cells, and other particulate matter, those can trigger free radicals when introduced back to the skin. At this point, the excessive free radicals will start to trigger collagen and elastin destruction....

One of those diets is the GOLO diet, which combines the use of their supplements, along with their clean eating diet plan. If you’re curious, GOLO stands for “Go Lose Weight. Go Look Great. Go Love Life.” The diet also incorporates the use of their own supplements, which, according to the website, are meant to “balance the hormones that affect weight, improve your metabolism, and help combat insulin resistance so you can lose weight effectively and keep it off....

Grappling with that kind of long-term money stress can have an impact on your well-being. However, one company is paying close attention—and helping to eliminate some of that financial burden. Thanks to the Kentucky Lottery’s dedication to education, more than 82,000 students in Kentucky have seen their tuition reduced. For every dollar spent on a lottery ticket, 23 cents goes to the Commonwealth of Kentucky to fund grants and scholarships that help reduce the tremendous weight of college debt....

Big, big caveat: Applying concealer takes some strategy. You can’t wildly swipe on globs of product and expect it to magically erase your dark circles, fine lines, and breakouts. Concealer can be transformative, yes, but it also has the ability to backfire—without the right plan of action, it can bring even more attention to exactly what you’re trying to disguise. “I like to make sure that the skin under the eyes is well moisturized so that it’s nice and plump,” says makeup artist Jenny Patinkin....

For a fast and effective full-body flow, try starting in a high plank, flowing through your chaturanga to upward-facing dog, then downward-dog, and flow back to your plank from there. Repeat as many times as you can (or like) and you’ll target practically your entire body. There’s no doubt chaturanga dandasana will make an appearance in your next Vinyasa class, so you want to make sure you’re doing it right....

This go-round, we’re diving into square nails: It’s a modern yet classic nail shape that withstands the test of time. Below, we tapped experts to get the scoop on square nails, including how to achieve them and tricks for taking your at-home mani from basic to salon-worthy. First, there are round nails, which are exactly what they sound like: straight on the sides with rounded edges. Then there are oval nails, which are a variation of the round shape but with corners that curve inward, says celebrity manicurist and brand founder Deborah Lippmann....

Those healthy habits, among others, became ingrained in many people’s daily routines. Adjusting to the loss of them, and finding the motivation to pick back up, can be hard. However, making and maintaining healthy habits can be attainable. Here are my tips for doing just that: I’ve seen patients’ bodies break down due to “healthy” habits, like overexercising, undereating, or eliminating nutritious foods groups from their diets. If you begin to notice obsessive behaviors or negative effects from setting a habit, it’s no longer healthy....

First, I don’t believe there are any quick fixes — no crash diets or hard-core workout plans — for the postpartum mother (especially the first couple of months). I like the old quote that says, “It took 9 months to put it on, it will take 9 months to take it off.” And remember: if you had a cesarean delivery, you should not do most of these exercises until at least 6 week post-operative....

“Growing mushrooms is great as an activity for kids, adults who have free time and want to start to grow their own food, or anyone in between,” says Brian Chau, a food scientist and fungal fanatic. You won’t need much else to get the hobby going, other than mushrooms and your substrate. While vegetables and fruits grow from seeds, mushrooms grow from microscopic spores. Spores grow in different types of substrates such as wood, sawdust, compost, or straw....

Factors such as waist circumference, fasting glucose and hemoglobin A1c, blood pressure, and lipid levels were included in the evaluation of our nation’s metabolic health. Another metric of metabolic health? Your metabolism (aka metabolic rate). And while it’s true that genetics partially determine your metabolic rate, it doesn’t seal your fate by any means; the things you do on a daily basis can have an even bigger impact. Translation? Lifestyle habits and behaviors provide ample opportunities to improve your metabolism and, ultimately, enhance your overall well-being....

Some people move through these five cycles quietly. Others feel compelled to act out a (potentially explosive) drama. Many of us do a little of both. However they manifest, these developmental stages are built into our relationships. The first stage, fueled by a delicious and powerful love potion, is marked by changes in the brain chemistry itself. People become obsessed with the wonder and delight of their new partner. We see only the best in our lover....

Here, learn how to tell if you snore in the first place, and how to get through the night quietly and peacefully. Snoring becomes more common with age and weight gain. The normal aging process leads to a relaxation of the throat muscles, while extra weight and fat around the neck can cause airways to narrow when you lie down, causing loud vibrations as you breathe. While it’s tempting to think snoring is no big deal, that’s not always the case....

“It won’t last as long as hardier greens such as collard greens and kale because the leaves are more tender,” culinary and integrative dietitian Marisa Moore, MBA, RDN, L.D., explains. The tender leaves and the high moisture content (about 90% water) make it difficult to buy spinach in bulk—or even make it through one bag—before it wilts. Then, follow this step-by-step storage guide from chef and certified nutritionist Serena Poon, C....