I attended many Overeaters Anonymous meetings for a few months. I never felt like it was appropriate for me, but I gave it a solid effort. There’s a possibility that meetings are vastly different in other areas of the country, but I can only speak on the meetings held in my area in the Pacific Northwest and from the information listed on the program’s website.
The practice of yin yoga is based on ancient Chinese philosophies and Taoist principles which believe there are pathways of Qi (energy) that run through our bodies. By stretching and deepening into poses, we’re opening up any blockages and releasing that energy to flow freely. “A yin yoga sequence has a very similar effect on our energies as an acupuncture treatment,” yin yoga instructor Stefanie Arend previously tells mbg. By holding the various poses, a yin yoga sequence can help restore the healthy flow of Qi in our bodies....
Whether you’re trying to get pregnant or you just want to regulate your menstrual cycle and/or minimize PMS, follow these dietary recommendations for a more harmonious feminine existence. Josie is the founder of The Fertile Woman Program Series, where she teaches women how to become their own fertility experts in 21 short days. Learn more and connect with Josie at josiebouchier.com/fertile-woman-program-details.
Don’t be so quick to grab just any oil, though. You might as well use an oil with properties that support hair growth. These ingredients, which include both carrier and essential oils, mainly work in one of two ways: Some promote hair growth by directly stimulating the hair follicles, while others create an ideal scalp environment for said growth. Many oils also keep the hair you do have healthy, ultimately paving the way for luscious locks....
Maybe sex has decreased in your relationship, or maybe sex is just feeling dull, uncomfortable, or obligatory instead of actually fun. Let’s talk about the facts when it comes to sex in long-term relationships: Another study3 found good sex can even offset the negative effects of communication problems in relationships. Furthermore, having less sex than you wish you were having can make your relationship less stable and increase the likelihood of a breakup, according to a study published in the 4Archives of Sexual Behavior4....
Just like acne, dark spots have a long and varying list of causes and, again, different treatments. To be clear, “dark spot” is an umbrella term, used in skin care to describe discolored marks on the skin. Here, a breakdown of what dark spots are in the first place, along with causes and best treatments from dermatologists. Let’s dive in. While that generally covers what dark spots are, the causes vary....
Among the more beginner-friendly handhelds are rollers: Not only are they relatively easy to use, but they also come in all shapes and sizes—some are dual-pronged or double-sided, others use skin-stimulating vibrations, and they all include a variety of gemstones and materials. Rose Quartz Roller, Beauty Bio, $60 Uplift Massaging Facial Roller, Nurse Jamie, $69 Face Sculptor, Skin Gym ($69) Rose on Rose Face Roller Petite, Jenny Patinkin ($32) Black Obsidian Facial Roller, Alder New York ($40) Jade De-Puffing Face Roller, Herbivore Botanicals ($30) Gold Sculpting Bar, Jillian Dempsey ($195) senn Facial Contour Bar, La Bhanga Beauty ($70) Nº206 - Yin | Yang Facial Roller, Reflexology Boutique ($55) Refa Carat Face, Refa, $220 Floral Roller, Yang Face ($55) The De-Puffing Mini Facial Roller, Mount Lai ($30) Hot Bian Stone Roller & Regenerating Face Serum, GingerChi ($52)
As psychotherapist Annette Nuñez, M.S., Ph.D., explains to mbg, red flags “give you a funny feeling that something isn’t right.” Just as you might “flag” something that you want to come back to, a red flag is kind of like putting a mental pin in a behavior you want to keep an eye on. Sometimes these red flags can be less extreme, and other times they’re a crystal clear sign to run for the hills....
Debra Lee Baldwin, the author of Succulents Simplified, likens their plump leaves to a succulent steak. “When you push on it, it has that soft resilience,” she tells mbg. “Tropical plants have thin leaves because they’re getting plenty of moisture from either rain or humidity, so they don’t need to store it.” “Based on the research I’ve found, there are over 10,000 different types of succulents that we know of, but a lot of those include the ones that humans are now cultivating and hybridizing,” Rachael Cohen, the author of Infinite Succulent, tells mbg....
To help strengthen this vital body zone, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite bodyweight glutes exercises to try at home. Work through a few of your favorites for a glute-centric routine, mix them into your leg workout, or try one out when you want to light up this magical muscle group:
Brahma gives this new year a Sanskrit name based on the energy that it brings. In 2021, on Ugadi, Brahma spoke out plava, meaning “boat.” This was conveyed in our experience of “being in the same boat” and navigating stormy seas. (Not to mention, supply chain issues at ports and cruise ship nightmares!) Shubhakritu is the seed that will sprout as our collective experience in the year ahead. Your lunar sign in Vedic astrology (which you can calculate here) provides the best clue as to what will be “beautifully made” in your life in 2022....
If your New Year’s resolutions and intentions have you hitting the gym more than before, training for a big race, or even just prioritizing movement every day, you’re probably well acquainted with why you need clean protein in your diet. But there’s another power player in the plant world that can help you thrive on your way to hitting your goals: adaptogens! Adaptogens help your body adapt to and cope with stress—which is especially helpful when you’re regularly pushing your limits....
Caroline Leaf, Ph.D., a neuroscientist, mental health expert, and author of Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess, explains that during times of stress, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by emotions. “Sometimes, in these moments, it can be almost impossible to think clearly or do the emotional work needed to get out of the toxic stress spiral, which is why decompression activities can be so helpful.” Decompressing, Leaf explains, involves giving ourselves permission to step back and take a breather....
See, I don’t believe in conventional gender roles. I don’t think women should be submissive to their husbands. I believe that marriage is a partnership. It is a balance of power built on unconditional love. I don’t expect my husband to know what I need without my telling him. How could he? I don’t expect him to act a certain way if that’s not who he is. I don’t even expect him to love me....
Radical self-acceptance is the opposite of avoiding responsibility or giving up in self-defeat. It’s about pushing against old ways of being, knowing they are what opens the door to healing at the deepest level. In doing so, we give ourselves the opportunity to integrate our shadow aspects and live more authentically. If each of us has the courage to practice radical self-acceptance and fight the urge to repress, numb, react, excuse, or deny, we then have the capacity to become better citizens and contributors to our communities....
Nourishing our brain means setting ourselves up for a healthier, happier, and more productive life in the present and in the future. So why put it off? Trick question: You shouldn’t! Kori® Krill Oil Mind & Body Omega-3 supplement is a great place to start. Made up of omega-3 phospholipids combined with complementary brain health ingredients, it’s the perfect solution for anyone looking to give special attention to their brain, with more nutrients for more benefits....
In addition, “In one animal study, it was found that arthritic mice that were given phytocannabinoids had lower levels of proinflammatory cytokines than those who were not.* Other studies have found that hemp oil extract can help manage cartilage breakdown4.*” Emma received her B.A. in Environmental Science & Policy with a specialty in environmental communications from Duke University. In addition to penning over 1,000 mbg articles on topics from the water crisis in California to the rise of urban beekeeping, her work has appeared on Grist, Bloomberg News, Bustle, and Forbes....
For example, black-colored poop (also called melena) can indicate an issue in your upper digestive system. While the color change could be caused by certain dark-colored foods, it may also signal a more serious issue, like bleeding in the stomach, small intestine, or right side of the colon. If the blood appears to be bright red or maroon (called hematochezia1), it is more likely caused by an issue in the colon....
Everything was perfect on paper, making it easy to convince myself and others that everything was fine. Tough, but fine. But there was always a little voice that chided, “Keep looking.” In both situations, I lived out the confusion, clumsily and painfully, until it became clear that something must be done. For me, in both cases, that meant leaving. But before I came to that conclusion, I was hung up on what to do about that “off” feeling....
However, many people can misunderstand what it means to be friends with benefits (FWB), thinking it involves absolutely no responsibility or care for the other person or thinking that it’s a stepping stone to a romantic relationship. That’s not what this type of relationship is about, and these misconceptions can lead people to getting hurt in these FWB situations. Good sex is dependent upon a variety of factors — chemistry, compatibility, communication, and a mutual desire to receive and give pleasure....
