It usually starts something like this: It’s the middle of the night, and you’re woken from a sound sleep by a throbbing pain in your big toe. You feel like someone has your toe in a vice grip. It’s red and swollen and even feels warm to the touch. The pain is intense for a … Read more
Like most people, I don’t hesitate to slather my face in a heady concoction of moisturizers, toners, masks and lotions. The same is probably true for my feet, legs and even stomach. But when it comes to my hands — my poor, dry hands, winter-ravaged hands — I’m very much guilty of neglect. Even under … Read more
An estimated nine out of ten women get stretch marks at some point in their lives, and it’s a surprisingly common condition in men too. While stretch marks aren’t a health problem in and of themselves, they do tend to make people uncomfortable when it’s time to dust off the swimsuit and hit the beach. … Read more
Coconut oil and olive oil are the two most prominent oils that most people reach for when trying to improve their body, hair and skin, but did you know castor oil has many enriching properties that can strengthen your hair and promote growth, and maybe help treat baldness. What is castor oil? Castor oil is … Read more
As the weather (finally) begins to warm up, the prospects of roasty toasty days spent down at the beach or poolside begin to beckon. But if you’re like me, a summertime spent swimming in the pool or cavorting in the ocean means the inevitable clogged ears. And that’s sure to spoil anyone’s day. Clogged ear, … Read more
Saunas are used regularly by nearly one-third of all adults in Finland. They’re also extremely popular in the U.S. That’s because nothing is more invigorating for the body like a sauna. They relieve tension, relax muscles and mentally recharge your brain. Now, a new study reveals that saunas may be more than just relaxing, they’re … Read more
Sweat. It’s something that heralds embarrassment for most people, except in sweaty “safe zones” like the gym or sauna. Yet it’s a critical part of our anatomy, and there’s so much more to it than merely an indicator of how many burpees you did at the gym. In fact, it can be a treasure trove … Read more
With hundreds of opinions out there and thousands of diet books, knowing what to eat can feel overwhelming. With all the counting, restricting and renaming, navigating the health landscape can seem impossible and not even worth the effort. But you don’t have to try crazy or extreme diets to live healthier. The basic building blocks … Read more
I’ve been a chronic nail-biter for most of my life. Ever since about the age of three, I remember my mom telling me to “quit that nasty habit.” Finally, in adulthood, I managed to stop biting my nails for longer periods of time, although I always seem to start again during a particularly stressful period. … Read more
Kissing is one of the simplest forms of expressing affection and love to those around us. Depending on where you’re from, you might have actually kissed new people on the cheek in greeting. We want to kiss babies, our children, friends and of course our partners. When in a romantic embrace, your heart starts pounding, … Read more