Author: Richard C. Trotter
If you’ve had an aura reading, you’re familiar with the connection between color and energy. It’s thought that each of us has a unique aura, or energy field that surrounds our body, which can be seen by an aura reader or in an aura portrait as a blend of a few colors. Because of the associations of different colors with different kinds of energy—say, green with compassion, and red, with power and assertion—it’s also true that certain zodiac signs are more closely aligned with particular colors than others. And in light of every sign’s 2024 horoscope, there’s also a lucky…
If you’re new to strength training, the gym weight room can feel intimidating or even like a recipe for injury. When everyone else seems to know what they’re doing, whether it’s slinging thick metal plates onto a bar for squats or shimmying into a resistance band for floor exercises, let’s face it: A lot is going on in the free weight zone, and it’s hard to know where to start. Not to mention, nailing the perfect form to avoid injury while doing weightlifting exercises for beginners isn’t always as straightforward as the regulars make it look. However, there’s plenty of…
As someone who spends Monday through Friday type, type, typing away, long nails just aren’t in the cards for me on a daily basis. Come the weekend, though—and especially on special occasions—I can’t help but crave a gorgeous lengthy nail look. Fortunately, press-on nails exist for this very reason. They’re easy to apply in a pinch, and thanks to brands like Chillhouse, Olive & June, Paintbox, and Kiss, they actually look professionally painted as opposed to something out of a ‘90s-era drugstore. I forever keep my vanity stocked with packs of pressies so no matter what pops up on schedule,…
Do you ever feel like you resemble one of those rubber band balls? Like you’re all twisted inward and your neck and shoulders are interwoven in a tight, ropey mess? It can be difficult to know just how to relieve neck and shoulder tension when you’re that wound up. But we promise you: The tools to find relief are easier to obtain than you may think. You’re also not alone in this plight. Looking at screens and staying in one position for a long time without breaks make this achy sensation all too common. “When you’re tight from lack of…
Time has been a perpetual struggle for me. I’m always late, and I’ve never—seriously, never—fully completed a to-do list. Something that would take another person an hour might take me three. I pretend to laugh it off as quirky behavior, but deep down, I feel inadequate and, frankly, a little broken. It wasn’t until recently that I learned there’s a name for the conundrum I’ve been facing: “time blindness,” or an inability to judge the passing of time and the many struggles that come with that. Time blindness is widely associated with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and although psychiatrist Sasha Hamdani,…
POV: You invite Frances Largeman-Roth, RDN, a registered dietitian to your holiday party. Any guesses on what she’s bringing? Assuming crudité or leafy greens makes sense, but that’s not Largeman-Roth’s version of “festive.” What is: a holiday cookie spread. Largeman-Roth is a nutrition and entertaining expert that has mastered the art of keeping a family of five well-fed and happy. Her newest cookbook—Everyday Snack Tray—is living proof. The gorgeous guide features anecdotes about entertaining and tons of creative inspiration for gathering around delicious foods…cookies (and more cookies) included. The season wouldn’t be complete without the sheer joy of freshly-baked cookies dunked…
Here’s a laundry list of symptoms: constipation, dry mouth, kidney and urinary problems, thirst, bad breath, joint pain, muscle cramps, compromised skin health, decreased immunity, mood and mind problems, sugar cravings, and asthma and allergy symptoms. While these may seem like a random assortment, they’re all signs of dehydration—some of which may be more surprising than others. A person can experience dehydration at any age for a variety of reasons, but if you’re anywhere from 40 to 50 years old and/or experiencing menopause, you may wondering: Can menopause cause dehydration? Experts In This Article Alyssa Dweck, MD, FACOG, board-certified OB/GYN…
Showing up to any social event—a wedding, work happy hour, or Sunday brunch—wearing the exact same thing as someone else is typically considered a faux pas. But attend any Pure Barre class on a weekday afternoon, and odds are you’ll find a handful of middle-aged women sporting the same lululemon top. Drop by a reformer Pilates class on a Saturday morning, and many of the Gen Z urbanites present will probably be wearing the same Alo Yoga set that they’ll also wear to brunch afterwards. And depending on which of your local run clubs you show up to on any…
Kamut, also known as khorasan wheat is an incredible grain, but it has so many unique characteristics that set it apart from the conventional wheat found in many of the foods lining grocery store shelves across America. This historical grain has stood the test of time as a staple in many cultural cuisines—and for good reason. The health benefits of kamut are pretty stellar as it’s absolutely packed with nutrition. What is kamut or khorasan wheat? Kamut (pronounced “kah-moot”) is a trademarked name for khorasan wheat. “Khorasan wheat is thought to have originated in the Fertile Crescent in Northeastern Iran…
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