But no matter what your dry skin looks like, it’s pretty much always frustrating and uncomfortable. Not to mention, everyone’s skin is different, so it can be hard to find which products and lifestyle changes can help your own complexion. However, there may be an unlikely culprit you might want to look into, especially if you’ve tried time and again to keep your skin moisturized with little to no success....

Have you ever considered taking a look at your alcohol intake? Here is a look at how alcohol can impact your gut health—and therefore your mood, mental health, hormone balance, energy levels, and so much more: That’s why I work with clients to help them develop customized functional sobriety plans to change their drinking habits in my online course, the Alcohol-Free Nutrition Academy. We make simple adjustments to their nutrition and lifestyle to help reduce alcohol cravings and heal the gut from alcohol damage....

So we asked the experts: If you are going to wash just once a day, is it better to shower in the morning or at night? Let’s dive in. In addition to skin care, those with fine hair may find sleeping on wet tresses leaves them looking oily and flat in the a.m. Not to mention, if you go to bed with sopping wet hair, you could risk some breakage (your hair is most fragile when it’s wet, so it’s prone to some wear and tear as you toss and turn)....

Palm oil is the most widely used vegetable oil in the world1, and over 85% of the global supply comes from Indonesia and Malaysia, although there are 42 countries that also make it, according to the World Wildlife Federation. It’s considered a low-cost oil because it often produces a greater yield than other vegetable oils with an overall lower cost of production. While this sounds good in theory, it can create some environmental issues when production gets out of hand (more on that later)....

That’s why this spring, we’re boosting our wellness routine with one simple change: drinking healthier. This new intention was inspired by Athletic Brewing Co, a company that makes all-natural, nonalcoholic craft beers. With these brews, we can keep the ritual of an ice-cold bevvy but also enjoy the perks of a clear mind and healthier body. But it’s more than that. You know how half the fun of drinking a high-quality beer is conversing about the craft, fruity notes, and hops?...

This was my experience, over and over, until I started to see my relationships from a different perspective. Romantic relationships can be counted upon, more than any other challenge, to bring up all your “stuff.” You know, your baggage. So, when you and your significant other are triggered—when those old wounds will come up—it’s not necessarily because those relationships are wrong or that person isn’t a fit for you. It’s for the purpose of healing....

When I cook steaks, I always remove them from the fridge and let rest at room temperature for 20 minutes prior to cooking. This way, they aren’t cold and don’t seize when they hit the pan, resulting in more tender, evenly cooked steaks!

According to Ashley Leavy, founder and educational director of the Love and Light School of Crystal Therapy, birthstones also have roots in Western astrology and Ayurveda. She explains that the National Association of Jewelers decided to standardize all the American birthstones because so many different traditions had different birthstone options for each month. Today, you’ve probably seen birthstones gifted on birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, etc. It became the official birthstone for May in 1912, along with the rest of the birthstones, and before that, it was also associated with Gemini and Taurus, which are both zodiac signs that fall in May....

As a child of a mother with a mental illness, the feelings of anger, shame, and guilt mixed with love was a toxic concoction I was made to drink daily. I hated the way she made me feel. As a teenager, I questioned my love for her because of all the bullshit I felt she put our family through. From the constant housing evictions due to her episodes when she destroyed property, to being called out by my name and the yelling....

In fact, namaste is not solely a yoga word, according to the Spiritual Science Resource Foundation. The word can be broken into three sections: Nama means “bow.” This gesture is seen as one bows forward with both hands together. Holding both hands together closest to the heart chakra indicates the prayer position. Moving hands to the center facing the teacher (or yogi) acknowledges and thanks the teacher for the practice....

That said, if you’re just beginning to notice some signs and need a quick gut check, we’ve put together a simple narcissist test that’ll tell you if your partner or someone else you know may be displaying some narcissistic tendencies, as well as a guide to understanding the clinical diagnosis and how to proceed if all signs point to yes, this person is a narcissist. “A pathological narcissist will demonstrate self-centeredness in all aspects of their life, which ultimately leads to destructive behaviors in their relationships,” licensed therapist Alyssa Mancao, LCSW, previously wrote for mbg....

But shame, inadequacy, and anxiety are themselves huge barriers to orgasm. That means part of learning to reach orgasm is releasing the expectations we’re placing on ourselves to have them. Not all sex needs to include orgasms. Instead, focus your sexual experiences on feeling the most pleasure possible. If you’re having fun and feeling good, that’s what matters. Low libido can also be tied to hormonal imbalances. Some medications like antidepressants or birth control pills can also reduce key arousal-related hormonal functions....

I get this question a lot. Our culture isn’t exactly full of opportunities for womxn to gather and connect intimately, so when I tell people that I co-facilitate a monthly gathering for women to correspond with the start of a new moon, their responses are often puzzled. If you feel called to join or host a new moon circle, here’s your introduction to the powerful practice. Of all the cycles, new moons represent beginnings....

Add this one to the list: Orange peel skin. So what is this skin texture, what causes it, and what can you do about it? Below, our investigation. That’s the comparison for a very specific type of skin texture, colloquially called “orange peel skin.” This is not a dermatological diagnosis, we should note, merely a descriptor. “‘Orange peel skin’ is a phrase used to describe skin that resembles the peel of the orange....

“Sometimes people who are wonderful partners for you (share your values, histories, interests, etc.) are also folx who are not going in the same direction in life,” therapist Dennis Nguyen, LCSW, (no relation to the author, by the way!) explains to mbg. For example, one or both people may be going through something challenging, experiencing a significant life transition, or simply aren’t currently interested in a relationship. Since you aren’t able to see the relationship through, a “right person, wrong time” situation may leave you with a fear that you’re somehow missing out on this mythical soulmate connection—and make it easy to project fantasies onto them....

Aches and pains aren’t uncommon for runners, and one way to ease them—and improve your overall performance—is to practice yoga regularly. But should you head to yoga class right before going for a jog or run? That one’s up for debate. Let’s talk about it. Practicing Hatha, Vinyasa, Iyengar, and various other styles of yoga is an amazing way to keep your muscles flexible, strong, and mobile. All those tree poses and arm balances are great for balance and core strength, and practicing breathwork will make even breathing second nature....

If you’re interested in making a foray into skin care (or updating your current lineup) but don’t know where to start, well, consider this your entry point. Below, find what men should look for in a routine, with morning and evening regimens to follow. Perhaps this goes without saying, but it’s important that men with facial hair care for their entire face, not just the regions of exposed skin. Just because your skin may be covered by facial hair doesn’t mean it’s safe from irritants or environmental aggressors....

That’s why when he said he fasts from January until June, we weren’t all that surprised. But what does this mean, exactly? It doesn’t mean he goes without food completely, although he did make sure to inform us that humans can go up to 60 days on water alone. Instead, from January 1 until June 1, he doesn’t eat breakfast or lunch, and all of his calories for the day are consumed between 6 and 8 p....

This week, a frightening study1 from Michigan State University found teen girls who have sexual experiences online were more likely to experience sexual assault, engage in unsafe sex, and find themselves in a violent relationship. The online sexual experiences included things like posting sexual photos of themselves on social media, watching porn, having conversations about sex with people online, and getting solicited for nudes and sex from strangers online. Even the lead researcher behind the study, MSU human development and family studies professor Megan Maas, Ph....