This article was previously published January 21, 2021, and has been updated with new information. Omega-3 fats are important for many reasons. While their brain and cardiovascular benefits are well-established, a lesser known benefit has to do with autoimmune diabetes. According to research1,2 published in December 2020, adults who test positive for glutamic acid decarboxylase…
Plantgem Sells the Flower Seeds and Bulbs You Won’t Find Anywhere Else
Scour the flower seed stock at your local big box store, and you’re sure to find the usual suspects. I’m talking about your standard golden sunflowers, your delicate lavenders, your fiery marigolds. Of course, there’s an allotment of tried-and-true perennials, like phlox and hydrangea, sure to sprout year after year. If you’re lucky, you might…
Are the COVID Shots Working?
As we enter into the 10th month of COVID injections, what can we tell about their effectiveness? Are they working? According to data from Israel — which is the best in the world at this point, thanks to the Israelis’ dedication to data collection and transparency — it seems the news is anything but good,…
7 Loungewear Pieces From Target That Are Sneaky Lunya, Richer Poorer and Cuyana Dupes
Sleep is a staple of life. Pajamas are a staple of sleep. So why are the best sets so expensive? Yes, a lot of beloved brands like , , Lunya, and make supremely cozy PJs, but they can be a bit of a hit to your wallet. Now, that doesn’t have to be the case…
5 Exclusive Benefits of Working Out With Resistance Bands
Resistance bands are great options if you don’t have time to visit a gym but still want your muscles to work out. Not only are they a perfect solution for a rigorous training session at home, but you can also take them with you on the go. Once you start using them, you’d be surprised…
How Mercury Retrograde May Affect Your Sleep, According to an Astrologer
Mercury retrograde—which happens when the planet is moving slower than its planetary counterparts and thus appears to be moving backward—has been in full effect since September 27 and is lasting through October 17. The transit generally happens a few times per year (this current instance is the final Mercury retrograde of 2021) and is infamously…
A Food Scientist Explains Why Everyone Is Definitely Using Their Microwave Wrong
Microwaving food is the easiest way to cook a meal, bar none. You throw your cold entree on a dish in the middle of the glass plate, punch a few buttons, and wait the painfully slow minutes until you hear the glorious ding indicating that your food is ready to eat. It doesn’t get much…
How To Use Afterpay and Other Payment Tools Wisely, According to a Financial Advisor
Even if all you’re doing is lying on the couch and scrolling on your phone, chances are, you’ll be tempted to buy at least one item. You log on to Instagram only to be confronted with a cozy sweatsuit you were eying the other day. Then, an ad for that serum you recently added to…
I Tried a Superfood-Packed Moisturizer That Brightens and Hydrates Skin—And Whoa!
During the day, your skin is facing a host of aggressors like light and environmental pollutants that can cause wide-ranging issues—acne, hyperpigmentation, loss of collagen—all of which are made worse by having dehydrated skin. That’s why it’s so important to add a night cream into your evening routine. As you sleep, your skin is repairing…
Alo Just Launched 6 Essential Oils That’ll Infuse Your Mat Practice With Heightened Levels of Relaxation
Essential oils can be used in aromatherapy practices for a number of feel-good wellness benefits, like improved memory, better sleep, and even being an aphrodisiac. And now, wants you to diffuse that goodness into your restorative fitness sessions. Alo is expanding its wellness line that’s full of shower and skin-care goodies to include its just-launched…