You don’t need anyone to tell you what your body already knows – we have headed for a major heat wave. You can feel it in the constant droplets of sweat that flow behind your back, inexplicable headaches, undeniable thirst and your reluctance to wear something other than shorts and a tank top. The meteorological…
I have always had trouble maintaining or repairing a friendship. At the moment, a series of messages from my good friend Grace is seated, ignored, on WhatsApp, while waiting for the moment when I have enough “Hiergone” to answer. Which is just an excuse for laziness, really. Then there are these friends that I would…
The pandemic has prompted many of us to adopt a more intentional approach to protect our health. Whether it is better to take care of our intestine, to try to limit stress or to be more diligent on oral hygiene, many of us are much more proactive about the bases these days. An additional area…
Of course, it’s normal to stay in a little cocoon with your newborn in the first two weeks, says Dr. Deges-White, but after that, “it’s good to go out.” Building on friendships and having commitments (even conversations!) Apart from your “baby bubble” can help manage stress, stimulate your mood, prevent isolation and buffer against postpartum…
Another reason to check first: some people have phones issued by work or they use for personal and work purposes, and explicit language could violate the rules on how they are supposed to use this device, explains Lexx Brown-James, EDD, LMFT, director of the sexual health certificate program at the University of Michigan. Without forgetting,…
“I try to avoid eating a lot of bread, which is difficult because, as a Middle East, we love the bread and there have been a lot, but I know that it will make me slow during training,” explains Deeb, which is Palestinian-Uruguayan heritage. “I would also say: avoid processed foods, there are no nutrients…
Whether it is hair removal or laser, decide on a hair removal method that works for you can be difficult. Those who choose laser tend to have a specific locked routine – generally several sessions about a month apart. The Shavers, on the other hand, make their peace with a constant interview. What is the…
You have two major options when you struggle with something: you are worth or try to look on the right side. It turns out that the choice of the second option, or “lemonade” can make you more resilient and happier overall – so that you can always enjoy your life when things are difficult. This…
Broccoli is appreciated all over the world for its versatility and incredible health benefits – in fact, it is one of the healthiest vegetables you can eat. Not only is it rich in fiber, but it is rich in vital nutrients and in disease, antioxidants and minerals. “Broccoli is often considered a nutritional power due…
We have heard that Aloe Vera is a botanical anti-inflammatory which helps, mainly, reduce the fact that you are probably familiar with the soothing properties of aloe vera, especially when it comes to reducing the ‘discomfort of a sunburn. But did you know that Aloe Vera can also be used for all kinds of skin…
