Month: October 2023

Let’s address the obvious: There’s something inherently unsexy about a bar of soap. It’s the Wonder Bread equivalent of your shower routine—it gets the job done, but leaves something to be desired. All this to say, the humble bar of soap could certainly benefit from a rebrand. Here’s the good news: Yesteryear’s bar soap is…

As much as you wish to look after your elderly parents, it somehow seems impossible, considering the abundance of work obligations and other chores listed on your daily agenda. Trying to balance your normal life with the process of caring for your loved ones gradually becomes harder until you’re in no condition to keep up…

A good moisturizer will go a long way in helping manage the dry, flaky skin below your neck, but your all-over hydration routine should really begin in the shower. Thanks to the body-care boom that’s emerged in recent years, there is no shortage of options on the market—which, though amazing, can make choosing the best…

Recently Sarah Michelle Gellar of Buffy the Vampire Slayer fame revealed that she had a gum graft in her mouth. “After years of being what is known as an aggressive brusher, I had to have dental surgery.”* Is there such a thing as brushing too hard? Brushing hard should not be equated with brushing thoroughly….

Skincare is something that has many different methods to choose from. The industry is always evolving, and new discoveries are being made that can create a positive impact on the skin of customers. However, there are several common pitfalls when it comes to skincare, which means that it is important to choose products carefully and…

In heavy phases of life, when it feels as if weight of the world is doubling on a daily basis, Blair Imani—author, educator, activist, and the creator of Smarter in Seconds—says that it’s pivotal to give yourself a chance to pause, breathe, and be open to opportunities to protect your inner peace. On the latest…

Many people falsely believe that dementia is a normal part of aging and if we live long enough we will get demented. But the truth is that late-onset Alzheimer’s dementia is not normal aging. Dementia stems from years of life events that chronically increase inflammation and oxidative stress on the brain. Knowing this, you can…

Pregnancy is a transformative journey marked by wonder, anticipation, and sometimes, a fair share of uncertainty. In this period, it’s not just the baby that’s growing; it’s also the abundance of myths and misconceptions that tend to flourish. These myths, often passed down through generations, can contribute to confusion and anxiety for expectant mothers. The…

Breakfast gets all the attention as the most important meal of the day. And while I don’t want to take away from our morning meal that “breaks the fast” (eating early in the day certainly is important!), a mid-day meal is just as necessary to help sustain us until dinner. But, for many people, lunch…