Not even 100 degree weather or a dangerously bumpy subway ride will stop me from sipping on a scalding cup of coffee. So, when a coworker of mine speculated that coffee might worsen period cramps, I was a bit dismissive of the idea. It’s not that I didn’t believe her, it’s just that I didn’t…
Antioxidants come in a wide variety. Some are naturally made in the body, some we can only get externally. Some are water soluble, others work within a lipid matrix. And each has its own individual function in the body, be it helping with collagen production (vitamin C) or supporting the immune system (zinc).* Now, the…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. October 14, 2021 — 9:05 AM Not falling asleep as quickly as you’d like? These days, there are plenty of guided meditations that promise to help out with that. But…
If you’re struggling to come up with the best compliment words to use with the people in your life, we’re glad you’re here. Compliments should mean something—to both of you. If you’ve been overusing a compliment because you can’t think of anything new that says what you feel, we’ve got a whole list of one-word…
October 14, 2021 — 0:03 AM If you don’t have the greatest relationship with your mother, maybe you’ve suspected you have so-called “mommy issues.” But what does that actually mean, and what can you do about it? To find out, we asked the experts. What “mommy issues” really mean. Mommy issues can mean a lot…
October 13, 2021 — 21:35 PM When chilly fall weather starts to come around, I find myself reaching more and more frequently into my spice cabinet. After all, what’s better in fall than adding some warming spices to soups, roasted veggies, and even coffee? Not to mention, there are some spices with benefits that go…
October 13, 2021 — 16:07 PM Tarot readings are a great way to tap your intuition, ask questions about the past, present, and future, and figure out your next course of action. With 78 different cards to choose from in traditional tarot decks, the Page of Swords stands out as a card that’s all about…
October 13, 2021 — 9:00 AM They say that when it comes to yoga, the hardest part is getting on the mat. In our experience, once we’ve made it onto those four corners, the rest seems to take care of itself. That’s why we’re always looking for motivation to get our practice going… And sometimes—it’s…
October 13, 2021 — 7:00 AM I’ve been a fitness enthusiast and yoga instructor for over a decade. And that means I’ve seen the inside of countless gyms and studios. And while I could go on about the standards that make a gym truly elite (all about the chilled towels and smoothie bars), nothing compares…
Resilience: Women founders need to be resilient because of the challenges we face. When I moved to Canada, it was just me and the kids initially. My partner joined us later. I’d moved to a new country and was trying to sort out schooling for our kids, buy and settle into our new home, whilst…
