Image by FatCamera / Istock January 12, 2026 If you’re navigating menopause or inching closer to it, you’ve probably heard about the hormonal shifts, mood swings, and hot flashes. But what often gets overlooked is something far more serious: your heart. While menopause is a natural phase of life, research shows it can also mark…
Senior Beauty & Lifestyle Director Image by Alaska Mariculture, contributor January 12, 2026 Once considered a part of the ocean backdrop, kelp is emerging as a very hot commodity. One of the most promising regenerative resources available today, its applications span food, supplements, beauty, soil health, and beyond. In this comprehensive guide, we’re exploring what…
Image by Rachel Bellinsky / Stocksy January 12, 2026 For decades, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been quietly infiltrating our lives—coating nonstick pans, waterproofing outdoor gear, and even making their way into our drinking water. But a study1 has shed troubling light on the potential health risks posed by these “forever chemicals.” Researchers analyzed data…
Image by Drazen Zigic / istock January 09, 2026 If you’ve ever skipped a workout because “there’s not enough time,” this one’s for you. A new study shows that just 30 minutes of strength training twice a week, with just one set per exercise, can still lead to meaningful gains in strength, muscle, and endurance.…
Image by Sean Locke / Stocksy January 09, 2026 You’ve heard it before: exercise is good for you. But a recent study1 takes it to a whole new level. Turns out, lacing up your sneakers after chemo could be one of the most powerful tools for preventing cancer from returning—and helping you live longer. The…
Image by Brycia James / iStock January 09, 2026 We tend to think of cinnamon as a cozy kitchen staple—mixed into lattes, sprinkled over oats, or folded into baked goods. But this sweet-and-spicy favorite might be doing more than making your breakfast taste better. According to a clinical trial1, cinnamon could play a surprisingly powerful…
Image by vitapix / iStock January 09, 2026 Most of us have a mental list of ways we should be moving more—more steps, more strength training, more consistency. And usually, the solution we reach for looks the same: a better plan, more motivation, maybe a stronger cup of coffee. But what if the biggest influence…
40-Year-Olds Are Getting The Least Amount Of Sleep, Study Says + 5 Tips To Help mbg Spirituality & Relationships Editor Image by Boris Jovanovic / Stocksy January 09, 2026 You likely don’t get as much sleep as you did as a kid, and for good reason. Sleep duration changes throughout our lives thanks to our…
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In many families, connection doesn’t happen during big, carefully planned moments. It happens in the small, repeated interactions that make up daily life—how we say goodbye in the morning, what happens at bedtime, or how we spend a Saturday morning. Research shows that strong relationships are built through consistent emotional connection. For families, one of…
