Juice has had a bad reputation for years. That’s because concoctions like Capri Sun and SunnyD have probably made more than a few rounds at breakfast and lunch, spiking your added sugar and calorie intake. Believe it or not, though, … Continue reading Health Benefits of Fruit and Vegetable Juices
What you eat after you lift can be just as important as the work you’re putting in at the gym. But your regular post-workout shake might not be doing your muscles any favors. Consuming protein along with other nutrients in … Continue reading Muscle Building Tip: Eating Whole Eggs Sparks Muscle Growth
It’s no surprise that alcohol affects people differently—think of that friend who falls asleep after two beers compared to the one who can stay out until … Continue reading Drinking Alcohol Is More Dangerous If You’re Poor
If you want to protect your lungs, quitting smoking is a no-brainer. But what you put on your plate can also help, too: Eating certain kinds of produce can help boost lung health, a new study in the European Respiratory … Continue reading Foods For Better Lung Health
Whether you’ve been with your partner for a couple months or many years, sometimes it’s the tiniest gestures that make the biggest impact. Sure, planning elaborate dates can be great, but at the end of the day, a seemingly simple … Continue reading 4 Things Every Woman Wants to Hear In a Relationship
According to the Social Security Administration, a woman turning 65 years old today can expect to live, on average, until the age of 86.6. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that between 2013 and 2014, overall life … Continue reading The 7 Things Every Woman Over 50 Needs to Do
There’s a reason Superman has an “S” on his chest. A large well-developed chest sends a message of supreme confidence and power. So, how do you … Continue reading The Best Chest Workouts + Chest Exercises for Size & Strength
DIY Nail Polish About 2–3 ounces 4 tablespoons cold-pressed olive oil 3 teaspoons alkanet root powder (for red) or 3 teaspoons ginger root powder (for neutral) 1/2 teaspoon beeswax 3 drops vitamin E oil 1/2 teaspoon jojoba oil To make, … Continue reading DIY Nail Polish with Olive Oil, Beeswax & Vitamin E Oil
What is nux vomica? Well, there is a Nux Vomica band, but I’m talking about nux vomica as in the homeopathic medicine that — despite known dangers — is used for a range of common problems like motion sickness, headaches and … Continue reading Nux Vomica Herbal Remedy Dangers & Precautions
If you’re reading this article, you probably know someone who swears by the experience of having something up their butt during sex. The male prostate orgasm is real, and society is really starting to catch on. But as one researcher … Continue reading Prostate Orgasms Are Real, Scientist Researching Why They Feel So Good
The latissimus dorsi muscles — commonly just called “the lats” — are the two biggest, broadest muscles in your back and, overall, one of the largest … Continue reading Latissimus Dorsi: Exercises + Stretches for Your “Lats”
Have you ever tried making a tom kha gai recipe, or maybe another Thai coconut curry soup recipe? You may think soups like these should be reserved for restaurant professionals, but what if I told you making an authentic homemade … Continue reading Tom Kha Gai Recipe: A Thai Coconut Chicken Soup
Is sugar bad for you? While natural sugars are necessary, it’s no secret that excess sugar is detrimental to health. In fact, a high-sugar diet has been associated with a slew of health conditions, from diabetes to heart disease and … Continue reading Sugar Withdrawal Symptoms + How to Reduce Sugar Cravings
According to the American Chiropractic Association (ACA), low back pain is the single leading cause of disability worldwide. Affecting over 31 million Americans, it is one of the most common reasons for missed work, and is the second most common … Continue reading Why Are Women More Likely to Suffer Back Pain?
Have you set your goals or resolutions for 2018? Or have you given up on the idea? Estimates are that by February, 80 percent of people will have abandoned their resolutions. Only eight percent actually keep them all the way … Continue reading Successful Goal-Setting for Women—How to Use Your Strengths
With Prince’s unfortunate death linked to painkilling drugs and the recent news that even acetaminophen, the main ingredient in Tylenol, affects us in ways we’re only … Continue reading 8 ‘You Won’t Believe It’ Natural Painkillers
On college campuses, in fraternities and sororities, in backyards, in basements and in bars, people are drinking to excess and getting alcohol poisoning, a life-threatening (and entirely preventable) emergency. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates … Continue reading Alcohol Poisoning Prevention & Recovery
At 51 years old, Cindy Crawford has seen it all. The retired supermodel has been an icon in the fashion industry since she was just 16, and her daughter, Kaia Gerber, now 16 herself, just wrapped her first fashion season … Continue reading Cindy Crawford Gets Candid About Aging and the Pitfalls of Modeling
’Tis the season to freak out about all of the calories lurking in your mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, and second slice of pie (get it, girl). But this year that you should chase those Christmas cookies with a chill pill. … Continue reading Why We All Just Need to Relax About Holiday Weight Gain
American consumers have approached a golden age of yogurt, and like any good grocery train, Trader Joe’s fully embraces its spot on the bandwagon. In the years since the American Yogurt Enlightenment dawned, the beloved retailer has helped transform the … Continue reading The Best and Worst Trader Joe’s Yogurts
The question: Miranda Kerr reportedly uses apple cider vinegar on her salads to stay slim, while Megan Fox mixes it with water to “clean out her system,” according to The Daily Mail. So can apple cider vinegar actually help you drop … Continue reading Apple Cider Vinegar For Weight Loss: Does It Really Work?
When you think of melatonin, odds are you think of sleep. Melatonin is a hormone that’s naturally produced by your body to regulate your circadian rhythm (a.k.a. your sleep-wake cycle), and many people take melatonin supplements as a natural (and … Continue reading Melatonin Benefits For Skin And Hair
If you’re tempted to call B.S. on that one co-worker or friend who swears they never fight with their partner, you’re probably right. “All couples argue, and that is totally normal,” says Rachel Sussman, L.C.S.W., a relationship therapist in New … Continue reading 5 Types of Fights That All Couples Have
You wouldn’t know it by looking at me today, but 6 years ago I was living a completely unhealthy lifestyle. For years I’d struggled with my … Continue reading Starting a Fitness Routine that Works for You
Colon cancer, also called colorectal cancer when it affects the rectum as well, is one of the most prevalent types of cancer. It accounts for up to 15 percent of all cancer cases in some countries. (1) Over the past … Continue reading Colon Cancer Symptoms + 7 Natural Ways to Find Relief
Overview: Symptoms of Alzheimer’s, including early-onset Alzheimer’s, include problems with memory, judgment, and thinking. Memory loss and dementia will progress as the stages of Alzheimer’s advance. Symptoms can be treated with medication, but there is no cure. The Alzheimer’s Foundation’s toll-free … Continue reading What Is Alzheimer? Diagnose And Treatment
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than a third of American adults are obese, which means that they have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or more. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive … Continue reading Weight-Loss Surgery: What Women Need to Know
When you’re trying to lose weight, winter can be a tricky time of year to stay on track. With the cold weather peer pressuring us to spend more time indoors, eat more, and move less, it’s no surprise that this … Continue reading 7 Tips to Help Keep Your Weight Loss on Track This Winter
Some things are just harder to embrace than others. A shift in leadership at work. Your brother’s new slightly awkward girlfriend. When your gym starts stocking a less-than-stellar protein powder. Hitting the pavement for your morning miles when the mercury … Continue reading 4 Reasons You Should Embrace a Cold-Weather Workout This Season
While I love standard desserts like fresh-out-of-oven cookies or pies, sometimes you want something a bit more elegant to impress guests — a recipe that adds that “wow” factor. That’s not always simple to do, especially if you’re trying to … Continue reading Paleo Coconut Flan Recipe: A Healthy Flan de Coco Recipe
The saying “you are what you eat” may extend to your mood. According to a new study published in Nutritional Neuroscience, what you put on your plate affects your mental health as you age. For the study, researchers from the … Continue reading Mental Health Is Impacted By Your Diet As You Age
As winter approaches, you might be noticing that familiar rough, flaky texture reappear on your lips. It’s uncomfortable, unattractive, and the urge to pick at them is pretty strong. While you might associate chapped lips with winter, you can get … Continue reading Home Remedies For Chapped Lips
Is your relationship normal? That thought probably goes through your head from time to time. Luckily, eHarmony has some answers.The dating site recently polled over 1,000 couples to find out when major events occurred in their relationships, like first kisses … Continue reading How Normal Is Your Relationship?
You’re putting in the work—but you’re not putting the muscle on. You’ve stopped growing, and your motivation to keep showing up to the gym is shot. Hitting the gym on the regular isn’t the only thing you need to do … Continue reading Workout Mistakes That Hold You Back From Building Muscle
Are your jeans fitting a little tighter? Have you noticed more flesh hanging over the belt-line? If so, you may be suffering from what is often called the “middle-age spread.” And no, it’s not all your fault. There are definite … Continue reading 7 Simple Ways Women Can Fight the Middle-Aged Spread
Carolyn groaned and pressed on her right temple. Another migraine, and it was only one o’clock in the afternoon. She had a lot to do, but the pain was so bad it was making her sick to her stomach. She … Continue reading Something Old but New to Ease Your Migraine Headaches
There’s a reason Whole Foods has earned the nickname Whole Paycheck: It can definitely get pricey (hello, $8 gelato pints). With a little strategic planning, however, it is possible to get seven days’ worth of groceries on a $50 budget. Below you’ll … Continue reading I Bought a Week’s Worth of Groceries at Whole Foods for Just $50
Did you know that there are over a hundred herbs and spices that can be consumed or used topically for healing? These natural foods possess a number of beneficial properties and work to reduce inflammation, improve the health of your … Continue reading The Top 101 Herbs and Spices for Healing
Why is my hair falling out? It’s true that men are more likely to lose their hair than women, mostly due to male pattern baldness (more on that later). But thinning hair and hair loss are also common in women, … Continue reading 21 Causes of Hair Loss
How to avoid heartburn In Dropping Acid: The Reflux Diet Cookbook & Cure, authors Jamie Koufman, MD, Jordan Stern, MD, and French master chef Marc Bauer take a healthy eating approach to reducing acid reflux. The book’s staple foods offer … Continue reading 13 Foods That Reduce Acid Reflux
Let’s be honest for a hot second, okay? Having a vagina ain’t easy. It calls for a whole lot more upkeep than another sexual organ (cough, penis, cough), and unfortunately some of the well-intentioned efforts we put into making it … Continue reading What’s That On Your Hoo-Ha? 5 Vaginal Conditions You Need To Know About
A glass of wine at the end of a workday. A cocktail before a social event. For 20 years, my drinking had been moderate. But maintaining moderation was a struggle. There were plenty of nights I’d promise myself I wouldn’t … Continue reading ‘I Gave Up Drinking Alcohol (Mostly)—Here’s What Happened’
Mentally, you feel like you should be ready to hit the sheets, but when the time comes, it’s more ‘meh’ than mojo. If this happens occasionally, it’s usually no big deal, but if it’s a regular occurrence, something might be … Continue reading Low Sex Drive: Causes of Low Libido In Men
Protein is obviously an important part of your diet. It’s the building block for your muscles, bone, skin, and hair, not to mention it helps keep your hunger pangs at bay. While meeting your protein needs at breakfast, lunch, and dinner … Continue reading 5 Ways To Pack More Protein Into Your Desserts—Without Sacrificing Taste
One late night? Coffee has your back the next morning. That double latte will even help perk you up after two nights of binge-watching in a row. But after that, you’re on your own, according to a new study from … Continue reading Caffeine Is Pretty Much Useless After You Hit This Point
Fitness has always been a part of my life. From the time I was 5 years old, I played some kind of sport—T-ball, cheerleading, softball, volleyball. I fell off the wagon for a bit when I had my first daughter, … Continue reading ‘I Transformed My Entire Body By Entering A Bikini Competition—Here’s How’
Energy drinks can give you a boost when Monday morning hits you hard. But that fizzy beverage isn’t doing much for your body beyond your temporary pep, according to a new review published in the journal Frontiers in Public Health. … Continue reading Energy Drinks Can Have Serious Health Consequences
The key to cancer prevention might very well lie in your hands: According to new research by the American Cancer Society, factors potentially under your control, such as smoking, eating red and processed meats, and physical inactivity, contribute to a … Continue reading How to Prevent Cancer: Lifestyle Factors Are Responsible For 4 in 10 Cancers
