Blood flow restriction (BFR) training, which I perceive to be the greatest innovation in exercise training in the last century, was developed in Japan by Dr. Yoshiaki Sato in 1966. There, it’s known as KAATSU, which means “additional pressure.” KAATSU was brought to the U.S. just over a decade ago by Steven Munatones, after he…
These Anti-Aging Lip Crèmes Give Me a Summery ‘Popsicle Stain’ Tint While Leaving Lips Ultra Moisturized
I used to be the kind of gal who always wore a matte red lip, no matter what the circumstance. Don’t get me wrong, a long-lasting rouge is still my first choice when it comes to lipsticks, but I’m definitely a lot more experimental these days, and wear nudes, glosses, and stains—things I’d avoided in…
Swimming in Circles: Aquaculture and the End of Wild Oceans
Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published September 30, 2018. In this interview, investigative journalist and fishing industry insider Paul Molyneaux discusses aquaculture and the dangers of farmed fish, which are also the topics of his book “Swimming in Circles: Aquaculture and the End of Wild Oceans.” From my perspective, the…
Treasure Trove of Damning Evidence Surrounding COVID Origin
According to a July 12, 2023, article by Ryan Grim published by The Intercept,1 U.S. House Republicans investigating the origin of COVID-19 “appear to have inadvertently released a trove of new documents … that shed light on deliberations among the scientists who drafted a key paper in February and March of 2020.” The paper in…
The Brand Behind the World’s Most Coveted Mascaras Just Launched a New Formula That Fakes a Lash Lift
When it comes to makeup, I am supremely picky and definitely more of a skin care-first type of gal, so I am always shopping for formulas that elevate my natural skin, brows, and lashes rather than make me feel like I am wearing a mask (not that there’s anything wrong with heavy makeup—to each their…
The Brand Behind the World’s Most Coveted Mascaras Just Launched a New Formula That Fakes a Lash Lift
When it comes to makeup, I am supremely picky and definitely more of a skin care-first type of gal, so I am always shopping for formulas that elevate my natural skin, brows, and lashes rather than make me feel like I am wearing a mask (not that there’s anything wrong with heavy makeup—to each their…
The Power of a Perfect Smile: How Dental Care Professionals Boost Confidence
A captivating smile is a universal language that transcends barriers and makes a lasting impression. It holds the power to brighten someone’s day and boost their confidence. However, achieving a perfect smile requires more than just regular brushing and flossing. Dental care professionals like the ones at SD Dental Cleveland play a crucial role in…
White House to Suicide the Earth?
Insane people do insane things. They come up with insane ideas to spread their insanity like a plague. Since these are the kind of people who are navigating civilization, we can expect the worst. Most of the world is bankrupt and the best politicians can do is spend money they do not have so the……
The Wide-Ranging Health Benefits of Taurine
The amino acid taurine is found in animal foods such as seafood, grass-fed red meat, dairy products, pastured eggs, and poultry. Of the amino acids, it’s the most abundant source of sulfur, and is required for a wide range of physiological processes, including the healthy function of your immune system, nervous system,1,2 metabolism and digestion.3…
This Shampoo and Conditioner Simultaneously Clarifies and Hydrates Strands—And My ‘Combination Hair’ Has Never Looked Better
As a beauty writer, I take my hair care seriously and have tried dozens of shampoos and conditioners to find the best ones for my finicky, combination hair. While I am known to have a minimum of four different shampoo and conditioner bottles in my shower at any given time, it’s rare that I find…