Do you ever feel drained, or even agitated after a long Zoom meeting? If you have a love/hate relationship with this new communications norm, you’re among friends. Absolutely, Zoom is a great way to avoid commute traffic while enabling connection in exciting new ways. But as you may have experienced, a video conference can be…
August 26, 2021 — 2:04 AM Millet is, if you ask us, underrated. Given new research published in Frontiers in Nutrition that named it a notable grain for maintaining blood sugar balance, we’re making sure our pantries are stocked with millet to use as the base of all our favorite grain-based meals. While other ancient grains like quinoa…
How many cups of coffee do you find yourself drinking a day? One? Two? Maybe more? Well, a recent meta-analysis of cohort studies published in Nutrition, Metabolism, & Cardiovascular Diseases found that there’s a specific number of cups that might have some favorable impacts on risk of death and cardiovascular disease—especially in people with Type…
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 25, 2021 — 23:26 PM Wrinkles will happen to us all at some point, but let’s try to reframe the point of view. Got smile lines etched in your…
What makes a food a healthy standout? Well, at mbg, we seek out foods that have a concentrations of nutrients and phytonutrients we need—such as antioxidants, like polyphenols. One group of polyphenols, known as flavonoids, are pigments found in plant foods like fruits, vegetables, nuts, and grains. And now a new study suggests they might…
In our humble opinion, there’s no better way to elevate your daily recipes than with a couple scoops of collagen powder. But don’t just take our word for it: Studies have shown that taking collagen peptides will support skin elasticity and hydration levels and promote youthful texture.* Collagen supplements (our favorites, here) also provide many…
It may seem like walnuts get all the hype as the ultimate healthy nut—they’re very often featured in studies about everything from longevity to fighting inflammation. But now, a new nut is getting a moment of glory: A study published in the Journal of Nutrition found that eating a daily serving of pecans helped to…
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 25, 2021 — 16:05 PM Unless you’re a serious collector, your houseplants probably come at a way smaller environmental cost than, say, your closet or your car. But hey,…
August 25, 2021 — 11:06 AM Sleep recommendations are hardly one-size-fits-all, and your ideal sleep routine will be unique to you. With that being said, according to mbg Collective member and sleep expert Ellen Vora, M.D., there is an ideal bedtime window that many of us should be aiming for. Here’s what to know. sleep…
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 25, 2021 — 9:02 AM With our days becoming more and more demanding, carving out micro-moments of self-care can be challenging. Here’s a friendly reminder to hit pause, take…
