It’s all right (and encouraged) to surf the human spectrum of emotions—but let’s be honest, few things go our way when we’re in a bad mood. That’s why it’s key to recognize an oncoming funk and know how to pump the brakes. And as spiritual empowerment coach and reiki healer Kelsey Patel attests—we can do that through embracing natural practices like reiki or working with NOW Essential Oils for aromatherapy....
It’s important to highlight that if you are concerned about being a narcissist, then you likely are not one—because true pathological narcissists see nothing wrong with themselves and would never question their behaviors. Let’s talk about the difference between healthy narcissism, narcissistic traits, and pathological narcissism—aka narcissistic personality disorder. According to the DSM 5, a person with narcissistic personality disorder demonstrates a pattern of grandiosity (acting as though they are significantly better than others), a need for admiration, and pervasive lack of empathy present in various relationships and contexts....
Quinine has a distinct bitter flavor that many found almost unpalatable, making it hard to enforce patient treatment compliance. To dilute the flavor, water and sugar were added, and tonic water was born. The British Army stationed in India regularly rationed this antimalarial concoction throughout the 19th century in an attempt to treat and prevent malaria. Legend has it that British generals, eager to further improve the taste of the bitter beverage, began mixing their daily tonic water with gin, inventing the classic cocktail: gin and tonic....
All in all, though, resveratrol is a superpower when it comes to plant-based compounds. There aren’t too many serious contraindications or severe side effects, and there is an enormous body of literature that suggests numerous health benefits. If you are nervous about taking a supplement, then it may be safer for you to include more of the foods that contain this substance in your diet. Without a doubt, food is one of the most powerful medicines we have access to, and resveratrol is a clear example of why this is true....
The spiral of a snail’s shell, the captivating pattern of a single snowflake, and the branches of a tree can all be examples of sacred geometry. Sacred geometry is also thought to exist beyond the naked eye, both on a cellular level and in the stars and orbiting planets. The idea that the universe follows an intricate equation dates as far back as ancient Egyptian and Mesopotamian cultures. It received more attention centuries later in ancient Greece, popularized by philosophers like Pythagoras and Plato....
It’s something this TikTok user noticed after returning from her most recent getaway—and so she decided to bring the beach to her bathroom with a DIY sea salt toner. The video (and her glowing complexion) practically made tidal waves—it currently has 4 million views and counting. Some limited data even touts sea salt for balancing inflammation, which can be helpful for those tender, puffy pimples. Especially if you use magnesium-rich types of salt: One study found that bathing in a magnesium-rich salt solution was effective for reducing dry skin and inflammation....
Creative Exercise: In a quarantine era, it’s just as important to keep your creative juices flowing! There’s no better way to activate your inner artist than a floral arranging class with NYC’s very own Flower Girl founder, Denise Procaro. Sign up, get your supplies in the mail, and create something that will keep a smile on your face in the days to come. When it’s rainy and there’s nowhere to go, your floral bouquet will brighten your day....
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It can also indicate that we’ve been too indulgent and need to take a step back, she says. The word temperance, after all, literally means “moderation in action, thought, or feeling,” as well as abstinence from drinking alcohol. In a traditional deck, the imagery on this card features an angelic figure pouring the liquid from one cup into another. As Goodchild explains, this represents the process of alchemy—transforming what is into something else....
As an ACE-certified personal trainer with a specialization in orthopedic exercise, many, if not at all, of my clients experience some form of pain due to injury or degenerative condition. My recommendation? A form of cardio that’s low-impact, possesses intensity options that can easily be modified to suit the client’s current fitness level, and the capability to get in a full-body workout thanks to core, lower body, and upper body engagement....
And that’s why Whole Foods has always been something of a guiding light, even in the beauty space. “Our customer is very engaged and aware of not only what they are putting in their bodies from our food and wellness products but also what they are putting on their bodies from beauty and body care. Our goal is to provide the highest quality natural and organic beauty and body care products for our customers and do the research so they don’t have to,” says Amy Jargo, global senior category merchant for the Whole Body team at Whole Foods Market....
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All is not lost, however: Research has consistently shown in peer-reviewed studies that taking collagen supplements can promote skin elasticity, hydration1, and support your overall collagen levels2.* Studies have also found that taking oral collagen supplements can promote wound healing3.* All of these benefits translate into healthier, more supple, and youthful-appearing skin.* Now, to get more technical, there are specific types of collagen: The two most important for skin health are type I & III5, as those are the the two types that make up most of the dermal layers (up to 90% of it5, in fact)....
The first REM cycle of the night usually lasts about 10 minutes, and it occurs 90 minutes after you fall asleep. As the night goes on, each REM stage will get longer, with the last one potentially reaching an hour in length. People average about four to five REM cycles a night. Interestingly, we spend less time in REM sleep the older we get. While babies can spend up to 50% of their sleep in this stage, adults average about 20 to 25% in REM3....
Air purifiers can keep your home’s air clear of these irritants and help you and your family breathe easier. This is essential for more than just allergy relief, as indoor air pollution has been linked to respiratory diseases1, cardiovascular risks2, and even cancer3 in extreme cases. Here, allergy and functional medicine experts share how air purifiers work and how to vet all the options on the market. We used their intel to pinpoint the six absolute best air purifiers for allergies of the year to keep sniffles at bay....
The ones I’ve chosen to highlight are the vitamins and supplements most helpful in accomplishing two important goals: first, supporting the gut-brain-skin axis by nourishing the intestinal microbiome, and second, giving the body what it needs to maintain healthy skin (and, I should add, healthy hair and nails). It is best to get this vitamin by consuming supplements (and foods and fortified drinks) rather than exposing oneself to skin-damaging sun....
However, if I’m moving through a flow during warm-weather months or taking a hot yoga class, the staple waist-to-ankle activewear can feel a bit…much. That’s where yoga shorts come in. As a health and fitness editor, I’ve tested out a lot of workout shorts, and the below are my favorites for yoga. Spacedye Team Pockets High Waisted Biker Short, Beyond Yoga ($68) 6" Groundwork Pace Short, Janji ($48) UA Meridian Bike Shorts, Under Armour ($36) Midi Bike Short, Wolven ($66) 4" Align Shorts, Lululemon ($58) Good Karma Shorts, Free People ($29....
Don’t have a store-bought trap on hand? No problem. You can quickly get rid of fruit flies using materials you already have in your kitchen with these six homemade traps: You can put this research to work by diffusing essential oils in your kitchen to create an inhospitable environment for fruit flies to continue reproducing. At the very least, it will make your space smell nice. “If you bring home bananas that have fruit fly eggs and they’re sitting on your counter, given enough time they’re going to hatch and be in your house,” explains Bordessa....
The best mattresses for hip pain provide the optimal level of support and pressure relief to make your snooze as peaceful as possible—and hopefully have you springing out of bed like you’re a teenager again (hey, we can dream). “Some sleeping positions, namely sleeping on your side, are considered to cause more strain than other positions,” says Bonney. She suggests that taking stock of your current mattress might shed some light on existing hip pain....
Throughout 2022, our sex experts talked to us about new ways of understanding timeless concepts like desire, consent, and eroticism. Ahead are some of our favorite bits of advice and wisdom we’ve gotten from them over the course of the year, that we know we’ll be continuing to think about in the years to come: “Lots of relationships have extended periods without sex, circumstantially or intentionally, and are still fulfilling sources of love and connection....
