You could say that a protein- and antioxidant-packed smoothie has become the new classic America breakfast. Ask practically any wellness guru, nutritionist, or functional medicine doctor, and chances are good they'll tell you that they drink some sort of green-infused smoothie for a filling, nutritious breakfast-on-the-go. That's probably one of the reasons why the protein […]
With mass vaccinations underway and broadened eligibility windows (every American over the age of 16 will soon be able to receive their shot), many U.S. citizens feel as if the light at the end of the tunnel is finally within view. Over 14 months after the COVID-19 pandemic upended life as we knew it, hope […]
If you have a rash that you can't seem to shake, you may be tempted to call your dermatologist to set up an allergy screening. And for good reason: Knowing the root cause of your allergy symptoms is one of the first steps you need to take in order to treat them. However, before you show […]
Fruits and vegetables can taste as complex as any fine wine—so maybe we should appreciate them that way. In fact, one revolutionary approach to savoring produce is turning a whole-foods diet into a full sensory experience. As the stepdaughter of a U.K. wine importer, dietitian and food educator Amanda Archibald watched the wine industry open […]
If you've found yourself living a more sedentary life due to COVID or you're simply bent over a computer screen for most of your waking hours, you might be looking for more ways to get active. But busy schedules mean it might feel impossible to find time to take a break and center yourself. Enter […]
Growing up in the Arab world, as a woman, from pre-pubescence onwards, I was often taught to view my body and desires with a sense of shame. For years, it seems the media, schools, doctors, and even friends and relatives have perpetuated the myth that my virtue is tied to my chastity, and that being […]
Gwyneth Paltrow’s diet is the most relatable it has ever been She’s the woman who introduced the world to the word “macrobiotic”, but in a live “Ask me Anything” chat with Goop’s chief content officer, Elise Loehnen, Paltrow confessed that a tumultuous 2020 has taken a toll on her eating habits. “My diet is so […]
If you religiously slather on sunblock at the pool but otherwise skip it, thinking, I'm just driving to the gym/picking up lunch/sitting at my desk, consider this: A stunning 90 percent of the signs of premature aging—wrinkles, fine lines, and pigmentation—result from the longterm accumulation of those mini doses of sunlight, also known as incidental […]
Contributed by Francesca Hawker, the founder and owner of The 321 Effect Like many people, I’ve struggled with my weight and my self-confidence over the years. I’ve tried every single diet out there, I have spent money on pills, plans, memberships and inch loss wraps. If I’m being really honest, I’ve even tried liposuction. Finally, […]
Each woman experiences menopause differently. However, all of them feel that both their mind and body are affected. It is also a time when they need to make numerous lifestyle changes. But there is nothing to be afraid of when this transition comes. In fact, there are quite a few ways to improve the quality […]