It’s no secret that healthy vitamin D levels help optimize everything from cognitive function and mood support to immune, gut, and hormone health.* Generally speaking, vitamin D sufficiency is critical for whole-body health and well-being.* The problem? Many people have vitamin D levels well below the optimal level. Indeed, vitamin D deficiency (VDD) is a …
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As an athlete, I was first drawn to cupping for its recovery benefits. I thought if one of the most medaled Olympians in the world is cupping, it must have an impact. Licensed acupuncturist, board-certified Chinese herbalist, and co-founder of WTHN acupuncture studio, Shari Auth, confirms, “Cupping is often used by athletes to speed recovery …
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According to a 2021 Frontiers in Endocrinology scientific review, low vitamin D status is associated with suboptimal outcomes for both mother and baby during pregnancy and certain female hormonal issues that can affect fertility. That said, even healthy women with no known hormonal health concerns may find it more difficult to conceive if they have …
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How it’s made & how it arrives: 9 months is a short period of time (compared to how long you’ll own a mattress), so it’s best to find a bed that suits not only your pregnancy needs but beyond. If you’re a strict stomach sleeper, the original WinkBed is a great hybrid pick that offers …
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While there are a good number of meditation apps on the market, Calm feels a bit different from the rest. From its neuroscience-inspired origins, light use of pop culture, and polished aesthetic, Calm feels like the cool spiritual uncle you want to hang out with. The Calm app was founded in 2012 by Alex Tew …
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Designed for daytime, indoor use, these blue light glasses feature polarized, visibly yellow lenses that block 75% of blue light. The lenses are scratch-resistant and designed to filter out blue light (or, as the brand aptly calls it: “junk light”), to help you achieve a better night’s sleep. These glasses are lightweight and comfortable enough …
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WinkBeds are made in the USA from materials that have mbg’s stamp of approval. The mattress cover, for example, is made from tencel, which contains Eucalyptus trees harvested in Forest Stewardship Council-certified forests. From there, the fabric is crafted in such a way that 10-20x less water is required to make it, leaving a significantly smaller …
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Yes, the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex Mattress is a splurge. But, if you’re looking for a high-quality latex design with customizable sizes and firmness, it just might be worth the investment. Plus, you’re investing in your health. This bed is a combination of GOLS-certified organic Talalay latex, organic ARPICO latex (a firmer support latex), …
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The term eczema refers to the skin condition atopic dermatitis (AD), which impacts the barrier of the skin. It’s relatively common, with an estimated 1 in 10 individuals (about 31.6 million people) in the U.S. dealing with it. “With atopic dermatitis, there is a skin barrier defect, and the skin loses water easily, becoming itchy and inflamed,” explains …
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The science around weighted blankets is scant, says Fiona Barwick, psychologist and director of Stanford Medical School’s Sleep and Circadian Health Program. Randomized control trials are typically seen as the gold standard in research, and Barwick said that very few have been conducted on the product thus far; those that have been completed failed to …
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