Photo by Sigmund for UnsplashTa I discovered a new phrase this week: downshifting. The Schumacher Institute defines downshifting as “a phenomenon whereby individuals voluntarily pursue a simpler lifestyle of reduced material consumption, sometimes involving a change in work-life balance, in order to allow more time and energy for the non-materialistic aspects of life”. Apparently the…
Your cocktails arrive, and you and your partner clink glasses. “Cheers to Friday night!” Then you hear your phone buzz. “I’ll just be just a minute,” you tell her, stepping away from the bar to take the call. When you return a minute or two later, you’re greeted by an icy stare. “Why do you always…
Here, the AstroTwins break down the four astrological events you should know about in the week ahead, including a Venus homecoming, a powerful retrograde, and a rare full moon that could have us seeing double. If you wake up with the urge to elevate and decorate this Monday, don’t be surprised. Beauty queen Venus struts…
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. August 14, 2021 — 12:29 PM For many, fine lines are their top skin care concern. Fine lines can be the result of skin dehydration, exposure to environmental irritators, internal…
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. August 14, 2021 — 11:09 AM Listen, to lift and firm the face, topicals can only get you so far. Sure, you can cheat a toned, spry appearance with makeup,…
August 14, 2021 — 10:02 AM I genuinely find my morning routine the most sacred, vital part of the day. As the foundation for my self-care practice, these daily rituals have long helped me prioritize my mental, spiritual, and physical health while setting me up for triumph as I navigate the day ahead. Still, it…
It would be an understatement to say health and well-being is often on my mind. As mbg’s senior health editor, I’m constantly keeping an eye out for the latest research and trends, to help provide mbg readers with the best possible tips for promoting optimal health. I’m also admittedly that friend who is eager to…
August 13, 2021 — 23:33 PM Have you ever not slept well and thought “it’ll be fine, I’ll just take a nap later?” Well, as sound as that logic might seem, studies have proved time and time again that you can’t really “make up for” missed sleep or sleep deprivation that quickly. Researchers recently investigated…
I spent four years in a tilt/recline wheelchair due to progressive multiple sclerosis (MS). Now, thanks to a diet and lifestyle program that I designed specifically for my brain, I am out of the wheelchair and back on my bike. My journey changed how I think about disease and health, how I practice medicine, and…
August 13, 2021 — 21:06 PM If you follow a keto diet, chances are you’re pretty familiar with MCT oil. But in case you need a refresher (for the non-keto eaters among us): MCT oil stands for medium-chain triglyceride oil, and it’s typically extracted from coconut oil, kernel oil, and dairy fats—like grass-fed butter or…
