I’m a bath girl through and through. Hours can go by before I’m ready to get out—and that’s because I’ve perfected my environment. I light a candle and get the water nearly scalding hot. I add tons of bubble bath and, most importantly, body oil to protect my skin from the drying effect of said scalding water. I set up a fan outside of the tub and aim it at me so I can…
Having balanced blood sugar stabilizes our energy levels, keeps our brain healthy and balances our mood. It also helps us maintain a healthy weight. Blood sugar affects us on a daily basis and if your levels are disrupted it can result in increased sugar cravings…
Whether you’re dealing with morning sickness, motion sickness or are sensitive to strong smells, nausea is a common sensation many of us have experienced. Nausea leads to uneasiness and discomfort in the stomach and can be accompanied by vomiting or the urge to vomit. The…
At least, that’s how I felt when I welcomed my daughter last year. No matter how many baby books I read or how many classes I took to ready myself for life with a newborn, there was nothing that could possibly have prepared me for the absolute guilt that came with the idea of taking any “me time.” And how could I not? From the moment you welcome a baby into your home, the idea of…
I supplement religiously. Vitamin C, zinc, iodine, magnesium, CoQ10, vitamin D, I take it all. As someone who has suffered from the nebulous “chronic Lyme disease” for years, I know firsthand how obnoxious it gets to be taking four, five, six, fifteen different…
Pistachios aren’t just a healthy snack, they’re also uniquely delicious. In fact, people have been eating these tasty seeds since 7000 BC, and they were once considered the food of royalty! You can find them year-round, and they’re great toasted, salted, or just right…
Shoppers Say This ‘Rescue’ Spray ‘Transformed’ Their Skin Just After 10 Days\u2014Here’s Why Derms Love It
May 9, 2024
Albeit rooted in chemistry (and quality ingredients), there’s something truly magical about a skin-care product that yields outstanding results. That’s what it’s like to use the Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray ($28), a skin-care superstar that shoppers claim “transformed” their skin after only 10 days of use. The facial spray first garnered buzz for its ability…
Mind-Body News Roundup: Winter 2021
May 8, 2024
Did you know that simply thinking about or viewing pictures of your romantic partner activates the brain regions related to mood and pain regulation? It also has a positive effect on energy and reduces your stress hormone levels. Researchers theorize that a good relationship…
If you’ve been struggling with hip pain, we’re hoping to provide you with some much needed relief. There are numerous reasons as to why you may be experiencing hip pain, from an injury to tendonitis to osteoarthritis. It’s relatively common, especially as you get…
How To Wash Towels Correctly\u2014Because We\u2019re Definitely All Making the Same Mistake
May 5, 2024
In This Article
01 how to wash towels
02 how often to wash towels
03 how to make towels soft
04 how to dry towels
05 faqs
How to wash towels the right way: 4 tips & tricks
1. Use less detergent
When washing towels—or anything else, for that matter—you only need two tablespoons of laundry detergent per load. “It sounds…

