However, they don’t explain how or why that is beneficial to our health. Advertisers like to tout the benefits of antioxidants because they protect the body from free radicals. But what does all this even mean? Here, we’ll explore why free radicals are so harmful and what to do about it. What are free radicals? Free radicals areatoms that contain an odd number of electrons. These free radicals can exist inside or outside our bodies....
“Trick or treat!” For many of us, Halloween is a hall pass on our healthy eating habits. Not to be a buzzkill, but those little candies add up to big problems for our insides. Pretty much every organ is affected by a rush of sugar, and they don’t appreciate it. Here are just a few effects of that late night Reese’s binge. We are just not equipped to handle artificial foods....
About 10 years ago, I went to my very first yoga class, totally unsure what to expect. Was I the yoga jot down? What did that even mean? Did I have to start drinking green tea and meditating? Would I be able to do the poses without pulling a muscle? That was a long time ago when yoga stereotypes were more abundant. You won’t nail all of the poses And no one expects you to!...
So you think you may be pregnant? For both of my pregnancies, my first sign was exhaustion. I don’t mean feeling tired when I woke up in the morning. I mean literally falling asleep during savasana in my yoga class. I distinctly remember telling my husband that my face “hurt to be awake.” Both times I was baffled by this until I realized what was happening. From the moment you become pregnant, your body starts preparing....
Sometimes it feels like it takes forever to painstakingly blow dry your hair. There are a number of techniques that will help you get the luscious locks you desire. Read on for tips that will help you fix your mistakes. If your blow out takes too long, all the extra heat will damage your hair. If your tousling is too tough, it can create a slew of split ends. For damaged or fine hair, the fibers in towels may simply be too rough....
It’s hard not to love a good spa day, but professional facials can be spendy. I spoke with board-certified dermatologist,Dr. Dr. Cheung’s go-to simple face mask includes ground oatmeal, yogurt, and honey. “Mix a 1:1 ratio of oatmeal to yogurt, with a few drops of honey. Or add pureed cucumber, since the juice is cooling and soothing. Likewise, adding ground coffee will help to de-puff your eye bags with natural caffeine....
He flirts with you, and he seems genuinely interested in being with you. At times, he makes you feel really special. But sometimes he can be distant, moody, and a complete jerk. Is he leading you on? You’re not entirely sure! Don’t let yourself be fooled by his charm and seemingly perfect personality. His answers will tell you everything you better know about your relationship. What do you want? It’s important to know what a guy wants!...
You’d be surprised what the world of science has figured out when it comes to romance. One minute, science is launching Neil Armstrong across the void to walk on the moon. The next, it’s telling you exactly how to land your fantasy date. Here’s what science says is working behind the scenes when Cupid’s arrow strikes. Your lips Forget about flaunting your curves for a minute. Results from astudyat Manchester University found that lips are a woman’s most attractive physical attribute....
Her style is so swank that it might seem unattainable, but it’s actually fairly easy to imitate. Any good gladiator can get Liv’s look by following these few simple rules. Here’s how to dress just likeScandal’s style icon without breaking a sweat (or the bank). I think we should go for it!'" The bigger, the better, in this case. Paolo toldEntertainment Weeklythat the surprising selection was meant to be just that: a surprise....
What do celebs like J. Lo, Kim Kardashian, and Chrissy Teigan all have in common? The good news: you don’t have to be Beyonce to have hair like a boss. In fact, all you need is a little research to start. Real or synthetic? Each has its benefits and drawbacks. Human hair extensions have a natural look and feel. They also have a certain shine and movement that’s difficult to recreate in synthetic hair....
With more polishes than you could count, we know that you’re all about those good nail days. But are your nails really as strong and healthy as they could be? Biting your nails On a scale of one to disgusting, biting your nails is pretty gross. If you think the worst thing about gnawing down is your short little stubs, you’re wrong. The habit also promotes bacterial transfer from your nails to your mouth, which can make you super sick....
If that’s not alarming enough, wearing thongs has also been associated with the development of hemorrhoids. Skinny jeans Skinny jeans have become increasingly popular over the last few years. Further, this exposure can also make your feet more susceptible to developing various types of skin cancer. Clothes that contain irritants Have you ever gotten a rash after sporting a particular piece of clothing? Whenever possible, wear loose-fitting, all-natural fibers such as cotton, linen, silk, and cashmere....
Most people would love to shed a few pounds, especially around the midsection. Fat around our midsections means serious health consequences. There are many chronic health conditions that are either caused or worsened by this dangerous fat. Belly fat is different than other areas because of visceral fat. Most fat in our body is considered subcutaneous fat. This fat sits right below the skin surface. Visceral fat has even been linked to an increased risk ofbreast cancer and gallbladder problemsin women....
