Are you magnesium deficient? Very likely. Despite the fact that more people are hearing about the importance of magnesium, a recent study suggests that only about half of US adults reach the Recommended Daily Allowance (which generally is a “bare minimum” standard). Deficiency in magnesium has been linked to type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, osteoporosis, heart disease,…
If you’re travelling and are an animal lover at the same time, then going to places where you can find some exotic animals should be in your luxury travel bucket list. Don’t know where to start? Don’t worry as this list will lead you to some of the best destinations for animal lovers Thailand Thailand, the land…
From the islands of the Sunda Shelf to the tropical rainforests of Thailand, Southeast Asia is a region of extraordinary biodiversity. The boom in nature tourism over the past decade bears ample testimony to the fact that humans are flocking to national parks and reserves in growing numbers in their quest for adventure and seeking…
Want to know one of the main ways I got away with traveling solo full time with just a carry-on? Easy. I just did laundry every week! I know that may sound a bit complicated. You may be wondering where you’d find a washer and dryer, or if it’s expensive to send laundry out. But…
So many people have asked me recently about the ketogenic “keto” diet and the benefits — and the drawbacks — of severe carbohydrate restriction. Is the keto diet the “magic pill” for ending weight and health struggles, as a certain Netflix documentary would like us to believe? As you’ll see, absolutely not. What’s more, keto…
Dull, dry skin got you down? Give it a brightening boost with this simple face mask recipe that harnesses the healing power of apple cider vinegar (ACV) to deliver the ultra-hydrating benefits your skin craves. The best part? You already have all of the ingredients in your kitchen! Here’s why we love apple cider vinegar…
In today’s world, styles change as quickly as a scroll on Instagram, and sometimes, new seasons bring cravings for change — a new lip color, a new dress, and a new hair style. Whether you’re looking for a dramatic chop or just a slight trim to switch things up, we’ve collected the most on-trend haircuts that…
Having high blood pressure can make you worry about overexerting yourself even when you’re doing yoga. But yoga and breathing techniques for relaxation are not off-limits if you have hypertension. High blood pressure (HBP) is a serious health concern in the U.S. — almost 1 in 3 adults have it, including about 50% of women 55…
If you can’t remember the last time your bare skin saw the light of day, think twice before applying the first bottle of SPF you find stashed in your bathroom and ask yourself the important question: Does sunscreen expire? Similar to how mascara dries out and gets clumpy, sunscreen also deteriorates over time. “The ingredients in SPF…
In a world where sexting reigns supreme and FaceTime allows you to see whom you’re talking to in HD (gasp), the concept of phone sex seems as outdated as a landline telephone. But if Miranda in Sex and the City taught us anything, it’s that phone sex can be seriously hot—if, that is, you know how to…