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Significant research even shows that many of these inflammatory skin conditions are certainly triggered by poor digestion: Since your skin is your body’s largest organ, it’s no surprise that acne, rosacea, and dermatitis crop up when something’s off internally. Of course, skin is a complicated organ, so even if you eat perfectly you may experience skin flare ups triggered by other concerns—that’s OK, Just do your best to stick to these healthy digestion tips and you’ll be in a much better place....

In the case of seeing a tornado in the distance, Loewenberg explains, you’re wondering if some real-life stressor (symbolized by the tornado, in this case) is going to catch up to you. If the tornado is actively striking in the dream, she notes, you feel like you’re in the thick of it in real life, in terms of what’s stressing you out. “Ultimately, it comes down to worry, right? The subconscious chooses particular imagery, and the tornado has the spinning effect—so things are spinning out of control in your psyche,” she explains, adding that the tornado itself is a visual of the destruction of your own peace of mind....

Maybe you simply suspect your new partner or fresh Tinder honey might be emotionally unavailable. Here’s what you need to know about how to spot an emotionally unavailable person. Licensed psychotherapist Pam Shaffer, MFT, adds that being emotionally unavailable often reflects a lack of emotional depth. “It doesn’t mean that something is wrong with you, but it may mean that you are using your emotional bandwidth to cope with your own feelings or circumstances, so you don’t have enough to necessarily tune into another person,” she explains....

We all know the downsides of drinking, and sometimes alcohol becomes a larger influence in your life than you’d like. Whether you’re looking to reevaluate your relationship with drinking or simply want to give your liver a well-deserved break, we’ve got just the tool to help you succeed. “Milk thistle aids in eliminating toxins that have built up in the liver, in addition to helping restore liver cells that have been affected by increased toxin exposure,”* functional medicine practitioner William Cole, IFMCP, DNM, D....

In Chinese astrology, every birth year is assigned one of five natural elements: Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, and Earth. Understanding yours can help you play to your strength and harmonize with your loved ones, co-workers, and friends. We like to think of this system as feng shui astrology because it blends the five-element system that’s used in both feng shui and Chinese astrology. But newsflash: Life isn’t a perfectly staged Pinterest board....

Ginseng—specifically, Panax ginseng, aka red, Asian, or Korean ginseng—“is an important and commonly used herb in traditional Chinese medicine,” says Grant Chu, M.D., M.S., an assistant clinical professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and associate director of education at the Center for East-West Medicine. “Traditionally, [ginseng] is used to tonify chi, or vital energy,” Chu explains. That can apply to chi in general, or specific chi related to digestion, breathing, or your mind....

There may be circumstances in high-risk pregnancies where your doctor advises against sexual activity to prevent contracting (like you do when you orgasm), but that’s rare, says board-certified OB-GYN Christine Sterling, M.D. Talk to your doctor if you have any known pregnancy complications. But unless you have vaginal bleeding, your water broke, you have placenta previa (when the placenta covers the opening in your cervix), or if you’re at significant risk for preterm labor, OB-GYN Shieva Ghofrany, M....

In truth, I naturally gravitate toward food that’s best (and perhaps complimentarily) described as trash. I’ve never met a bowl of sugar cereal I didn’t love. Pizza rolls for dinner? I’m there for it. I started developing healthy recipes so I could enjoy cookie dough milkshakes without feeling sluggish and waking up with the inevitable constellation of pimples starring my forehead. And for a long time, that worked for me....

Your partner walks into the kitchen in her jogging gear, at ease, a half-smile on her face. There’s perspiration on her forehead. “Hi,” she says. “What’s for dinner?” Your partner’s shoulders stiffen. “You said you’d get some last week.” She removes her earbuds and rolls her eyes. “Wow, you’re in a foul mood,” she says. “And you’re out jogging while I’m cooking us dinner!” you yell. “I mean, do I have to do all the shopping, now, too?...

Their always-sold-out workout classes have led to a booming career in the fitness industry—after leaving their job at the popular workout studio SLT, they launched their own workout called be.come, a music-driven pilates-meets-yoga-meets-strength-training workout. But Meyers’ relationship with Younger star Nico Tortorella has also garnered media attention. The duo have been together for 11 years, and they both identify as sexually fluid. And if you ask Bethany to put a label on their sexuality, they’ll tell you labels are complicated....

Well, that may take a bit more patience. Now, there are some things you can expect to see rather quickly—we’ll explain soon—but for the full benefits, be sure to give your supplements enough time before you make the final call on their efficacy. See, the health claims made vary quite a bit because collagen is a protein1 naturally found in many areas of the body, including the skin, muscles, joints, and gut....

That’s right, you read correctly. I got myself a wife through meditation. Without meditation I might not (and probably wouldn’t) be married right now. I also found that when you are that alone (as I was), you start to hang out with those who feel comparably lonely. I was almost running out of friends without partners and/or families. On my first beginner shiatsu1 course, I felt out of place. We started our days with Qigong and ended in a circle holding hands....

Let me introduce you to the many virtues of orange blossom water. Orange blossom water is distilled from the flower of the bitter orange tree, which grows all around the Mediterranean. Delicately citrusy and floral, its scent is remarkably refreshing and can be used as an alcohol-free fragrance, especially in summer. French women will dab a few drops behind their ears and on both wrists and walk out into the sunshine....

Here, two walking experts explain how to sneakily incorporate more steps into your routine and the benefits you’ll get from doing so. They also share tips for setting a realistic step goal (Spoiler: it’s not necessarily 10,000). Lace up and read on. Turns out, this common guideline was likely born in 1965 when a Japanese company created a device named Manpo-kei, which translates to“10,000 steps meter.” “The name was a marketing tool,” I-Min Lee, M....

We’ve uncovered the best way to exfoliate your lips, plus 12 DIY ingredients for your most kissable pout. Rather, here are some fun, expert-approved options for each category: Plescia also says you can add extra ingredients for additional skin benefits. “Try manuka honey,” she offers, “which moisturizes, soothes, and offers antibacterial properties2.” Here’s her favorite recipe of the moment: Although, “You definitely don’t need to be exfoliating lips daily, as it can potentially dry out your lips,” Ciraldo adds, which—lo and behold—can lead to even more flakes and irritation....

Wrong choice! Over time, this irritation only made the situation worse. See, as I would later learn, I made the all-too-often mistake of trying to solve the symptom, not the cause. So what was the cause of these little flakes? It pains me to say this, but dandruff. Yes, the same dandruff that plagues the scalp. The triggers are all the same as other forms of eczema: cold weather, dry environments, irritating personal care products, or an allergy, but dandruff has a few other more specific triggers, like oil buildup (the yeast feeds on oil) or microbiome-disrupting washes....

Fortunately, there are some helpful ways to manage and even cut down on bloating with intentional care. Fed up with hormonal bloating? You’ve come to the right place. What’s more, the changes in progesterone during this time can lead to occasional sleep changes and bloating. Although the bloating should only last for the few days before your period begins and subside at the start, Cabeca notes that the fluid changes can even register to as much as 5 to 10 extra pounds on the scale....

More specifically, cognitive health plays a major role in your brain span and longevity. But as we get older, cognitive functions tend to change and shift. Here, learn how to maintain and protect crucial neurological processes—no matter your age. This includes a range of critical brain functions1, such as attention, reasoning, reaction time, and memory. It also includes your ability to process information, navigate relationships, and develop plans and conclusions, adds Rowin....

But it’s easy to forget to rest. Fortunately, nature has it mapped out for us. The moon, in her 28-day cycles, can become your natural rhythm, helping you to remember to periodically take that necessary breather. Just as the NongLi agricultural calendar has been used in Chinese history since 500 BCE, the Jewish, Hindu, and Islam calendar also observes the moon. Easter falls on the first Sunday after or on the first full moon following the spring equinox in the northern hemisphere....