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Well, it turns out the answer may be internal: Stress can underlie just about every health concern under the sun—from digestive issues to tension headaches to breakouts. And as we’re living in quite the anxiety-ridden time, there seems to be no shortage of stress to go around. According to derms, that stress may be the reason your locks are looking a little greasy of late. Here’s why: With stress comes a wave of cortisol into the bloodstream—and too much cortisol can activate sebocytes, the cells that produce sebum....

But what happens when that pain won’t go away, despite repeated attempts to heal the injury or physical condition that originally caused us pain? If treating the body doesn’t relieve the pain, where do we look for pain relief? A growing body of research suggests that chronic pain may be linked to emotions. One Dutch study showed that challenging emotions like sadness and anger intensify pain in fibromyalgia sufferers and those without the disease....

What I love about yoga is that it provides a format to make progress toward tangible goals. You see someone do a beautiful asana, and when you try it you just can’t do it. But then you continue to come to your mat every day and practice, and you gradually get closer to your goal. Last year, I made it my goal to achieve a forearm stand (Pincha Mayurasana). It’s a fun, challenging, beautiful asana that requires building up a lot of strength in the shoulders, arms and back....

Think of the last time you saw a blissful sunset—how transcendent its glow was. Or have you ever noticed how relaxing it is to sit and watch a fire? That’s because when your vision is engaged by the dancing fire, you move into a state of soft fascination. Bring that same sense of appreciation and awe to the way you look into your partner’s eyes. Take each other in fully, mindfully building anticipation....

Even if you’re not much for crafting or just don’t have a lot of photos or art supplies lying around, you can still make your own vision board digitally using a website or app. Trust me—I tried it. As spiritual author Shannon Kaiser previously told mbg, “I create vision boards during each new transition in my life to realign and focus my intentions. I use words combined with photos. The goal is to have them work together to tell an inspiring story....

We checked in with fitness instructor, dancer, and boxer Mindy Lai to demonstrate exactly how to fit high knees into your workout routine, whether it be in between sets for a quick boost of movement or within a HIIT session to challenge your cardiovascular strength. We’re sweating just thinking about it. Engaging both your upper and lower body will help to push your heart rate up, and Lai describes this movement as her “special burnout” in between rounds to keep your body moving so you get the most out of your cardio session....

And whether you’re storing leftovers or honing your meal-prep skills, freezing soup is one of the best ways to avoid waste and secure a healthy, readily available dish. It’s equally important to “choose container sizes that fit your lifestyle,” says Maggie Moon, M.S., R.D., author The MIND Diet. “If you’re one person, reheating from a container that includes one to two servings makes more sense than having to reheat six servings to get one meal....

Dark circles and puffiness can often be caused by lifestyle habits such as lack of sleep or poor diet. They can also be handled pretty easily thanks to makeup and even a shock of ice. So what can you do? Well, we outlined your options. “Some families have under-eye fat pads that stick out from an early age,” board-certified dermatologist at Skintap Morgana Colombo, M.D., explains. Arash Akhavan, M.D., owner of Dermatology and Laser Group in NYC, adds that aging typically compounds the issue....

All of your sexual desire and feelings start in the mind. It’s your body’s biggest sex organ. That means your brain is also the key to having multiple orgasms. It plays a crucial role in getting you to that next big O. As Stanley Rosenburg explains in Accessing the Healing Power of the Vagus Nerve, the brain, nervous system, and urethral-clitoral network are in a constant feedback loop. The brain gets turned on by sexual stimuli such as kissing or touching a partner, seeing erotic images, watching pornography, or having a sexual fantasy....

Here’s a beginner’s guide to interpreting the messages your tongue could be sending you. Consider tongue reading another way to check in with yourself, but don’t use it to replace a doctor’s visit or override any diagnoses from medical professionals. Take a look at your tongue in the mirror and see if it fits this description. Really notice the details: Is it puffy or thin? Is it reddish, purplish, or pinkish?...

You know what I’m talking about: fatigue, nausea, a headache, additional sugar cravings, an upset stomach, and maybe even a little anxiety. Sugar hangovers are real, and they do not feel good! The good news is that there are a few simple things can do to help yourself recover from the onslaught of sugar, carbs, and gluten that’s likely to occur on this day of the year. This is why step one in your post-Halloween game plan is to get that body of yours moving....

Eager as I was to tag along on the early morning hike up a nearby trail, I wasn’t used to being active this early and the thought of moving was pretty daunting. As soon as I laid eyes on our hike’s leaders, though, I immediately felt my energy perk up a few notches. Jasmine Hemsley, the glowy wellness expert and cookbook author behind Hemsley + Hemsley, and Stephen and David Flynn, the twins who brought healthy eating to Ireland with their line of cafés and plant-based snacks, The Happy Pear, introduced themselves with enough gusto to bring a smile to even the most caffeine-deprived among us (probably me)....

Although every relationship has its own unique dynamics, certain foundational factors tend to permeate all relationships. Some dynamics are more pronounced in certain relationship categories, such as those encountered with aging parents and adult children. You will feel more confident as you better understand and appreciate the nuances of these dynamics. With increased self-awareness and usable tips, you will feel more adept at gracefully and powerfully managing even the most difficult relationship issues....

In case you missed it (or simply want more), here’s how to make movement a meaningful part of your day:

Now, it is a stretch to link consumption of salmon directly to results seen from Mediterranean diet research, however, it does show how inclusion of seafood like salmon, can fit into an overall healthful eating pattern and there are major health benefits linked to that way of eating. Overall, research shows that consumption of omega-3s1 are associated with cardiovascular health, cancer prevention,cognitive health, and protection from Alzheimer’s disease and dementia....

So, in those extra snooze minutes, you probably won’t be hitting Stage 3 and getting any more restful sleep. In other words, you might as well just get out of bed when the alarm goes off. As holistic psychiatrist Ellen Vora, M.D. explains, “There are better ways to get rest.” Adding that with the snooze button, “Nobody wins. You’re not getting great rest, and you’re also not having a leisurely, relaxed morning....

All coconuts contain sugar. How much they contain depends on the type of coconut and its age. Something to note: Even coconuts with higher levels of sugar still only contain around 2.95ml of sugar per 100ml, which is relatively low in the context of a balanced diet. Of course, a bottle of coconut water—which is how any of us not living in a tropical paradise get our coconut water—is generally about 300ml....

Specifically, jumping jacks fire up your quads and glutes, as well as your core, with proper engagement. Your shoulders will also get some movement in, as will your hip flexors, and this cardio move is sure to get your heart rate up. The bottom line is if you want to get your body moving and muscles working, jumping jacks are the perfect exercise to do so. And since they’re simple to modify (and do pretty much anywhere), they’re a great option for nearly everyone, any time....

At the time, Kinsey’s research found that most people fell somewhere between the two, Hodder-Shipp notes. This, and much of Kinsey’s research, was considered subversive and groundbreaking for its time. That said, today the scale is considered to have some limitations, both in terms of its ability to accurately represent the vast array of experiences of sexuality and because it excludes nonbinary folks. Not everyone will feel like they fit into one of these seven categories, and that’s OK....

Scorpio comes right after Libra as the eighth sign of the zodiac, symbolized by the Scorpion. It’s a water sign ruled by the planet Pluto in modern astrology (and Mars in ancient astrology), and its modality is fixed. Scorpio is known to be deep, mysterious, and intense. As astrology expert Imani Quinn tells mbg, despite being side by side on the zodiac wheel, Libra and Scorpio aren’t typically thought of as compatible because they operate very differently....