June 19, 2020 at 10:01AM Share on: Did you know that your microbes are actually picky eaters? Sure, there may be some fiber-rich foods that are deemed “gut healthy,” but according to gastroenterologist Will Bulsiewicz, M.D., MSCI, each plant has its own unique blend of fiber that matches a specific set of microbes in your body. And because there are […]

June 19, 2020 at 02:04AM Share on: Avocados have become a go-to source of healthy fats for many people. You can smear the superfood on toast for breakfast, freeze avocado and toss it into creamy smoothies, or use avocado oil for any roasting or greasing needs. While it’s usually considered a healthy alternative to other vegetable oils, new research shows […]

June 19, 2020 at 01:06AM Share on: As you may know by now, you can experience breakouts in the unlikeliest of places. The ears? Yep. The scalp? You bet. After all, anywhere you have sebaceous glands (aka pores) has the ability to clog up with oil and debris. So it only makes sense you could experience some acne along your […]

June 18, 2020 at 10:12PM Your mental health is impacted by COVID-19, too. Continue Reading… Author Daniel Amen, M.D. | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC

June 18, 2020 at 09:23PM Share on: Whether you’re outside gardening, biking, or going for a jog, spending time outdoors is generally more enjoyable when the sun is shining. But, as painful sunburns may have revealed, more is not always better. According to a recent study, published in Scientific Reports, direct sun exposure on the top of the head has […]

June 18, 2020 at 08:08PM Share on: Add this to the growing list of K-beauty looks to try: honey skin, perhaps the most popular of them all. But rather than glazing some Manuka honey across your face (which might have its own benefits, actually), this makeup look is all about the hydration. So how do you get your skin to […]

June 18, 2020 at 07:12PM Share on: While they sometimes are, there’s no reason vegan recipes need to be any more complex than their traditional counterparts—and that’s the premise of Sarah Nevins‘ new cookbook Effortless Vegan. The recipes in the book involve simple directions with minimal ingredients (and minimal cleanup) required. This simple five-ingredient pudding uses fan-favorite ingredient avocado for […]

June 18, 2020 at 05:09PM As protests and calls to anti-racist action continue to permeate cities and social feeds, Juneteenth is getting more attention than it has in the past. For many non-Black folks, this may even be the first year even really thinking about Juneteenth—a reality that itself suggests a need to better understand and honor Black history as […]

June 18, 2020 at 02:12PM Anyone who seeks out a health and well-being provider is looking for someone who will be a part of their health care team. When they walk into a space where they are vulnerable and reliant upon care, they hope that the provider will be respectful and allow them to share their story without judgment. For […]

June 18, 2020 at 10:16AM Share on: Turmeric, the golden ayurvedic spice, is native to Southeast Asia and has been widely researched and used for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant properties.* It has been shown to support cognitive and immune functioning, enhance digestion, and maintain healthy joint mobility and blood sugar levels, physician and ayurvedic expert Avanti Kumar-Singh, M.D., tells mbg.* The […]