Omicron is often described as a milder illness, but that doesn't always capture what it means to have the virus. SOURCE: Wellness - Read entire story here. ... [Continue Reading]
KFC Hatches Beyond Fried Chicken for Plant-Based Feasters
Fans of Kentucky Fried Chicken who may have been salivating for a healthier option are about to take their excitement to infinity and…beyond! KFC and meat substitutes company Beyond Meat launched an exclusive plant-based fried chicken option ... [Continue Reading]
How to Go Vegan for a Month Without Glitching Your Fitness Goals
Design by Wenzdai Figueroa The beginning of a new year is usually when people kick off one or more nutrition challenges — Dry Jan. or #30DaysOfPaleo being the big ones in January. Another one that’s gained popularity is Veganuary. A ... [Continue Reading]
Here’s the Best Way to Clean Your Makeup Brushes
If you apply makeup with brushes, you need to know the best way to clean them. The best makeup application requires tools that aren’t clogged with dirt or residue. Plus, dirty brushes can harbor a ton of terrifying sounding bacteria that can ... [Continue Reading]
6 Botox Aftercare Tips to Get the Best Results
Botox is a popular cosmetic treatment for smoothing wrinkles, but it could also be used to treat medical conditions like migraine. No matter what you’re using Botox for, there are a few key Botox aftercare tips that could help prevent bruising ... [Continue Reading]
New and Noteworthy: What I Read This Week—Edition 161
Research of the Week Omicron outcompetes Delta in hosts with previous COVID immune history.. Locating a forest outside a prison improves mental health and behavior inside the prison, even if the prisoners can’t see the forest. Lower blood ... [Continue Reading]
Are Muscle Aches Or Back Pain A Symptom Of Omicron?
Many have experienced body aches, back pain and calf pain with a COVID infection recently. Here's why that may be happening. SOURCE: Wellness - Read entire story here. ... [Continue Reading]
Don’t B Missing Out: 11 Best B12 Supplements of 2022
Vitamin B12 (aka cobalamin) is a vitamin that plays an important role in red blood cell production, brain health, and DNA synthesis. A lot of the time, B12 needs are easily met with food, but 1.5 to 15 percent of people can still have a ... [Continue Reading]
See Ya Spasms, Soreness, and Strains: The 5 Best CBD Creams for Pain
Whether it’s sore muscles from your heavy lifts, a strain from overdoing it, or just tight AF muscles from sitting all day, CBD creams might be able to help you kiss that pain goodbye. And while you def have a lot of options when it comes to ... [Continue Reading]
The Lost Art of Play: Reclaiming a Primal Tradition
Experts have long studied the benefits of play for children, and the evolutionary logic is undeniable. Play introduces and hones practical skills like hunting, cooking, building, child care, and health care. Playing doctor? Cops and robbers? And so ... [Continue Reading]
What COVID Tests Can (And Can’t) Tell You About Being Contagious
Some people test positive for weeks or months after they've recovered. Here's why — and what to do if that's you. SOURCE: Wellness - Read entire story here. ... [Continue Reading]
5 Whole30 Meal Delivery Services to Help You Skip the Store in 2022
Strict, whole food diets like Whole30 are no picnic, especially when each run to Trader Joe’s requires a fresh mask and oodles of hand sanitizer. Well, friends, it’s 2022. If subscription boxes and online shopping deliveries are bringing ... [Continue Reading]
6 Mind-Body Approaches for Menopause
Perimenopause and menopause comes with a complex web of physical, psychological, and social symptoms. The treatment usually prescribed by doctors, hormone therapy (HT), is controversial and not appropriate for some women. I won’t get into the HT ... [Continue Reading]
What Is J-Pouch Surgery? And Could It Help Your UC?
If you’re in the process of treating severe ulcerative colitis (UC), surgery might sound like a scary step. But options like J-pouch surgery can help treat your UC symptoms without requiring major lifestyle changes. After someone with UC gets ... [Continue Reading]
8 Things Therapists Personally Do When They Feel Lonely
Many of us have been feeling disconnected from others during the COVID pandemic. This is how mental health experts cope with it. SOURCE: Wellness - Read entire story here. ... [Continue Reading]
Mask That Ass: The 8 Best Butt Masks of 2022
We bust them, twerk them, and sit on ‘em, so why don’t we pamper them? Yes, I’m talking about butts — and after a long quarantine, we’re more than ready to mask that ass. Butt mask popularity is on the rise and with cheek season well ... [Continue Reading]
Elevate Your Sleep: The 8 Best Adjustable Bed Frames
You literally spend hours a day in bed. So, that new mattress? It’s basically a form of self-care. But what if you could upgrade your whole bed? There are so many bed frames on the market: tried-and-true metal frames, platform bases, storage ... [Continue Reading]
10 Best Moisturizers for Oily Skin to Keep You Hydrated and Fresh AF
If your skin type is oily AF, it’s natural to feel a little nervy picking up a new moisturizer — will it just add more oil and shine? Your nerves are valid. If your skin shines bright like a diamond, there are some things to keep in mind before ... [Continue Reading]
New and Noteworthy: What I Read This Week—Edition 160
Research of the Week Restricting carbs augments weight loss-induced improvements in glucose control and liver fat in type 2 diabetics. Researchers use CRISPR to make mice more metabolically inefficient and burn more fat. Doing pushups and squats ... [Continue Reading]
What Experts Know Right Now About Your Odds Of Getting COVID Again
Can you get omicron if you've already had delta? How long does immunity last once you recover? Here's the latest. SOURCE: Wellness - Read entire story here. ... [Continue Reading]
Confused By The CDC’s New COVID Isolation Rules? Here’s A Clear Guide.
Experts break down everything to know about when your five-day quarantine should start, what to do after it ends, and more. SOURCE: Wellness - Read entire story here. ... [Continue Reading]
Should You Try Absolute Nature CBD? Here’s Our Review
Finding a quality cannabidiol (CBD) brand is like searching for a needle (a *really small* needle) in a haystack. There are a lot of duds out there, and some companies have pathetically low standards. But when you’re planning on putting something ... [Continue Reading]