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Because babies’ skin can be more sensitive, too, most people find an option that is specifically formulated for children. Not only that, but adult sunscreens tend to come with bells and whistles kids just don’t need (glow-inducing tints and fancy, expensive actives come to mind). So here are several safe options for your kids. Mineral-Based Baby Sunscreen SPF 50, Babyganics ($9.99) Sunscreen Kids SPF 50, Blackgirl ($9) Pure & Free Baby Sunscreen, Neutrogena ($10....

That means, yes, serious relationships involve some sort of commitment—though not necessarily a commitment to exclusivity, not necessarily a commitment to get married someday, not necessarily a commitment to be together forever. (Though for some people, those things might be important!) Everyone might have slightly different needs and preferences, but a relationship that’s serious does involve a baseline commitment to continue being together and caring about each other indefinitely. There’s usually a direct conversation about this, according to relationship therapist Aimee Hartstein, LCSW....

I did the yo-yo diet thing for awhile, I would take a diet pill and lose 20 lbs in a month but it always came back, plus some. Then I jumped on the low-carb band wagon and again I lost 40 lbs but it came back and just for good measures a few pounds more. I tried every quick fix available in a bottle but nothing worked and I quickly found myself crying into a tub of ice cream trying to figure out what my next step would be....

In order to get to the root of your fatigue, it’s essential that you ask yourself what your body needs to feel energized on a deeper level. Here are a few questions to consider: Fear usually rides shotgun with these epiphanies, but when people have the strength to take inspired action in the direction of what makes them come alive, radical health changes can ensue.

Check out: mindbodygreen’s calm+ Check out: Vitruvi Organic Lavender Essential Oil Check out: Solimo Epsom Salt Soak Check out: Pebble The Starter portable meditation cushion Or, if you’re in the mood for something more spiritual, why not immerse yourself in a sound bath? Sound healing has long been a part of healing practices around the world, with the power to alter our brainwaves and help us get into more relaxed states....

The body’s natural release of endorphins is enhanced during bouts of physical activity, and this surge in happy hormones can boost your mood, increase confidence, and reduce stress levels. Regular exercise can also help improve heart health1, bone density,2 cognition3, and metabolic function4—not to mention increase muscle mass, tone, and strength. As a former Olympic sprinter, I’ve found that during stressful times, exercise has the ability to make everyday activities feel a little easier....

Hair porosity is one of those tricky little descriptors that can play a big role in the overall feel and appearance of your hair. But most people don’t really know where they fall on the porosity spectrum—are they low porosity, high, or somewhere tucked in between? “Hair porosity describes how the hair’s cuticle absorbs and holds on to moisture in its pores—hence, the term porosity,” says hairstylist Miko Branch, co-founder of hair care brand Miss Jessie’s....

Even after a person has permanently ended their relationship with the narcissist, oftentimes they can find themselves still shackled by the trauma of what happened. As a psychologist who works with survivors of narcissistic abuse regularly, I’ve seen the way a past relationship with a narcissist can continue to haunt someone and hold them back considerably even years down the line. But the effects of having dated a narcissist can continue to linger even after you’ve cut off all contact and your legal entanglements with them are over....

Photo courtesy of Robert Sturman Photo courtesy of Shutterstock Your body is your best friend. Love what you do and love yourself. A regular, dedicated yoga practice is the key to a long and healthy life. You might want to jot those down — at 92 years old, Sues certainly knows what she’s talking about. Photo courtesy of Cat Doran

Making time for rest, exercising proper nutrition, and utilizing supportive supplements, like Flora Health’s Adult’s Probiotic and Ferritin+ can help to promote healthy energy levels and immune function throughout your action-packed summer.* But to dive even deeper into the topic, we spoke with RD and seasonal eating expert Maggie Michalczyk. Maggie Michalczyk, R.D.: Carving out some downtime for yourself even when your schedule gets hectic during the warmer months is a must in my book....

Naturopathic herbalist Vera Martins, Ph.D., explains that ashwagandha falls under the adaptogenic category of herbs that boost resilience and help us bounce back from stress.* “Additionally, it’s supportive for thyroid health, the immune system, fertility, and much more—from muscle tone to cardiorespiratory endurance to mental health and beyond,”* adds herbalist Rachelle Robinett, R.H. Sixty adults were asked to take either 240 milligrams of Shoden® ashwagandha root and leaf extract or a placebo once a day for 60 days, then have their stress, mood, and hormone levels measured....

Here’s a simple attachment style quiz to find out what your type is, plus descriptions of the four attachment styles and what to do once you know yours. “Your attachment style is your mind’s template for how safe you are in a relationship,” clinical psychologist Carla Marie Manly, Ph.D., recently told mbg. Here’s a quick overview of the four attachment styles: Here’s how common each of the other attachment styles is according to foundational attachment research, which actually did not include fearful-avoidant attachment in the study: For example, if you have an anxious attachment style, you can start by telling the people you’re dating about your tendency to need a lot of reassurance in relationships and why certain actions can trigger your insecurities....

In the book of Exodus (28:17-20), it’s written that 12 gemstones were fixed on the prophet Aaron’s breastplate. “There were 12 stones, one for each of the names of the sons of Israel, each engraved like a seal with the name of one of the 12 tribes,” the Bible reads. Birthstones also have roots in Western astrology, and even Ayurveda, founder and educational director of the Love and Light School of Crystal Therapy Ashley Leavy previously explained to mbg....

Here’s how to know if your aura could use a reset, plus seven simple ways to do it, according to experts. As spiritual adviser and intuitive mentor Diana Zalucky tells mbg, “Every living being on earth has an aura. An aura is an energy field that you can experience through a range of colors correlating to the chakra system, to also literally just feeling it.” She explains that we have the power to expand and retract our auras, as well as create and fill holes in them, too—even accidentally or unconsciously....

The four main parenting styles create a framework for how we evaluate and describe child-rearing decisions. But these styles are not stagnant—you can, for the most part, fall into one “type” while still exhibiting behaviors of the others. And cultural norms can play a major role in how these parenting styles are exhibited. What we’re saying here is that while these may be distinct and differing styles, there is nuance....

We often talk about orgasms with the assumption that they’re always pleasurable and always wanted, but that’s far from the reality. “Physical stimulation alone is sometimes enough to elicit a physiological orgasm response, even in situations when negative affect is high and psychological and physical arousal and desire are absent,” the researchers write in the paper. These experiences may be related to arousal nonconcordance, in which the mind and body are out of sync: The body is aroused when the mind isn’t, or vice versa....

In that spirit, recent research and innovation pioneered by Dyson at their Hair Science Laboratories have raised the awareness and inclusivity of all-things-hair. With a near decade of research led by thousands of hair scientists, engineers, and professionals, they’ve turned hair care into a science. After testing more than 2,000 miles of different hair types, Dyson has gone to literal lengths to help us better understand, celebrate, and style our individual locks....

“Preserving cognitive health throughout our lifetime is a key component to overall wellness—and the earlier, the better,” neuroscientist and cognitive health scientist Milene Brownlow, Ph.D., says. Consider yourself the architect and interior designer of your brain. The work you put into supporting, enriching, and nourishing your brain today will determine your cognitive health and longevity down the road. Let’s break down how each of these ingredients lays a strong foundation and bolsters brain longevity, shall we?...

Here, we’re unpacking what compartmentalization is, why people do it, and how to know when it’s becoming unhealthy, according to experts. A common example is the way we all compartmentalize certain parts of ourselves—whether thoughts or emotions—at work versus at home, setting aside family concerns out of mind while at the office so we can focus on our professional tasks, and vice versa. As neuroscientist and bestselling author Tara Swart, M....

The impact of one fatty meal on health is shocking. While some criticism of scientific studies can always be offered, in totality, the studies listed here by scientists without conflicts represent what might happen if you steer away from the produce department toward meats, dairy products, and processed meal choices. While an occasional indulgence may be tolerated, particularly in young people, the science suggests eating foods naturally low in fats, like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes, is a safer path to take....