Although dating apps can be overwhelming, they’re one of the most popular approaches out there and for good reason—we’re all on them now. If you’re looking to optimize your time, it might be a smart idea to approach the apps with a sense of intentionality, which means, signing up for the apps that will give you the best chance to meet your kind of people. After all, you’re not looking to meet everybody—you want to meet the right ones....
You’re probably well aware that these beneficial bugs are crucial for your gut health, and you may even be familiar with the wide array of probiotic foods (kombucha, kimchi, and yogurt, to name a few!) that help nourish your gut microbiome.* And while a diet rich in these foods is certainly important for maintaining a healthy gut, sometimes our body needs a little extra support in the form of probiotic supplements....
A galley overlooking the Hudson River, it was humble but bustling. So far from her homeland but the center of our universe. Dotted with Persian rosewater and sabzi (green herbs), saffron and dried limes, dolmas as big as our fists and steaming chai (tea) ready, she so earnestly, existed to feed us. The winsome waft of it all was her aromatic “welcome” sign; we all too happy to oblige. Tea remains my grandmother’s living legacy....
As tarot reader and founder of Magical Tarot Leah Vanderveldt explains to mbg, the Devil card is like a stand-in for our inner demons. “The things we give our power away to, the voices that keep us small or ashamed—essentially our shadowy parts,” she explains, adding this card often shows up around unhealthy patterns in our lives, be it in relationships, negative or harmful self-talk, and/or issues of addiction. “The good news is when the Devil comes around, you’re given the opportunity to dance with this energy and liberate yourself from any cycles or dependencies that are keeping you down and afraid,” Vanderveldt says, noting that this card can be an invitation to dive into some shadow work, as well....
And America is eating it up: According to the Department of Agriculture, U.S. kale production increased by nearly 60 percent between 2007 and 2012. Kale is for sale at Wal-Mart. Even McDonald’s is jumping on the cruciferous kale bandwagon and began testing kale breakfast bowls in nine California locations in May. But now, “anyone and everyone is growing it," says Charles Muranaka, executive vice president of Muranaka Farm, Inc., the largest shipper of bunched kale in the U....
The one ingredient in this drool-worthy dish that really steals the show is our favorite summertime staple—the blueberry. Blueberries make an easy, tasty, and nutritious addition to your favorite meals and recipes. In a 1-cup serving, you get crave-worthy flavor and beneficial vitamins and minerals, including four essential nutrients and phytonutrients. Additionally, there’s a growing body of evidence1 examining how blueberries can be a part of eating patterns that support brain health, especially as part of an overall healthy lifestyle....
Sometimes that looks like experimenting with a new flavor; other times it looks like inviting a plant-based ingredient into the mix. Or both—when you’re working with Sweet Earth Foods Plant-Based Korean Style BBQ Chik’n. Seasoned with a sweet, spicy glaze and delectable hints of garlic and onion, this meat alternative is a jump-start for any foodie’s inspiration. This simple ingredient is the twist your weekly recipe repertoire needs—and our Korean Fried Rice dish will prove it....
Ultimately, all of the various nuances of diet that are designed to target a specific organ system share two fundamental goals: 1) reducing inflammation, and 2) nurturing our gut microbes. So how do these two ideas play out in terms of what yours truly decides to eat? I’ve actually been covering this subject quite a bit lately on Instagram, with the recent launch of my Summer Brain Challenge on Instagram....
But if you are wondering what nutrition coaches do exactly, where they work, or whether or not nutrition coaching is the right professional route for you—keep on reading. Functional nutrition coaches, specifically, take an integrated, broad-reaching view on wellness, which involves being “a fervent believer in healing yourself through food as medicine and doing the best you can to maintain and reach optimal health in every possible way,” shares Marchand....
The term was coined by clinical psychologist and expert on narcissism Craig Malkin, Ph.D., and people who exhibit traits of echoism—my younger self included—tend to be vulnerable to abuse from dark personality types, including narcissists and various types of psychopaths. Subtle echoists keep close tabs on their requests, afraid to cross the line into selfishness; however, in all our lives, there are points when we inadvertently need more. This is where subtle echoists start to experience emotional distress and breakdown in their daily functioning....
The antioxidant is becoming quite the buzzy supplement and topical ingredient thanks to its ability to care for the skin.* And despite its popularity (or, perhaps because of its popularity) many people have lots of questions about it. One such question has to do with the various forms of the coenzyme. Such is the case for CoQ10: Its two unique varieties are ubiquinol and ubiquinone. Here, we are diving into the former....
I went into this year, my 30th year, with the most hopeful, positive outlook possible. I spent over half a month in India. I was active, healthy, and happy. Growing up, I truly abused antibiotics. As a kid, I took at least one round a year. And I spent most of college in the health center requesting monthly antibiotics for my recurring sinus infections. I never really knew the damage that was taking place each time I took them....
For some context: More and more research on the microbiome—aka the trillions of bacteria and other microbes that take up residence in our body—is linking the health of our gut to everything from immunity to mood to clear skin to brain health and beyond. You could argue that supporting healthy bacteria levels with probiotics, whether through probiotic-rich foods or daily supplements, is practically the new normal in the modern wellness routine....
Self-blame and judgment have a habit of making problems worse, so try your best to steer clear of them. Instead, consider the fact that we all make the best choices we can with the information available to us at the time. So when you reflect on your choices, ask yourself: What was I trying to avoid? So if life isn’t going your way, try to reframe your mindset to see how it can be an opportunity to build a new foundation....
“We know from published research that over 90% of Americans1 fail to consume the minimum amount of oily fish recommended for general health, just two servings a week,” says nutrition scientist Ashley Jordan Ferira, Ph.D., RDN, mbg’s director of scientific affairs. “To mind this massively widespread nutritional gap, a potent omega-3 product taken daily makes a whole lot of sense.”* And given the vast number of brands and different fish oil supplement options out there, vetting and selecting a product can feel like a much bigger task than initially meets the eye....
According to Merriam-Webster, ghosting is “the act or practice of abruptly cutting off all contact with someone (such as a former romantic partner) by no longer accepting or responding to phone calls, instant messages, etc.” The abruptness of ghosting can give the false impression that it’s a clean break, but it’s actually a pretty messy one that tends to leave singles confused and wary of putting themselves out there again....
But what if it is not working for you? That can happen. In my clinic, we use vegan diets for people with diabetes, cholesterol problems, menstrual cramps, migraines, and many other problems. For perhaps nine out of 10 participants, weight loss is a given. For that other one in 10, the problem is usually easy to spot. A vegan diet, by definition, is all plants all the time. Whether it is seared oyster mushrooms and artichoke hearts over capellini, a bean burrito with jalapeños and pico de gallo, or cucumber sushi with a seaweed salad, everything comes from plants....
According to the EWG’s investigation, at the time of this writing, roughly 85% of the population was drinking tap water that contained over 300 contaminants—more than half of which were not regulated by the EPA2. Add to the mix an ever-growing list of new chemical compounds that come online just about every day, and well, the water will probably only get murkier over time. Instead of going this route, I recommend filtering your water at home....
