As usual, these stereotypes can be pretty harmful, not only because they’re prescriptive (tell a woman to fret about sex enough times and she probably will, right?) but because those who fall outside those expectations can be left feeling abnormal or even ashamed for not fitting the mold. These gendered myths are also far from accurate: Plenty of research shows women enjoy casual sex without any qualms about it, and now a recent study1 published in the Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy shows men can get emotional or even sad after sex too....

In the Northern Hemisphere, the winter solstice is the shortest day of the year and the longest night. The opposite is true in the Southern Hemisphere…it is the longest day. Both are powerful threshold moments to honor. In keeping with the theme of reinvention and lighting yourself up from within, here are some of my favorite rituals to do during this time of year: Use the solstice as an opportunity to unplug from all devices and give yourself some alone time....

Below are 10 things to know about these rockstar roots. Some of the information is from Deborah’s Madison’s latest, amazing book Vegetable Literacy, which I highly recommend if you’re looking to navigate the differences between mustard and mizuna cabbage, or want suggestions with what to do with the rhubarb in your CSA (besides my default of just throwing it in the juicer). They’re botanically two different vegetables, even though the supermarket may use them interchangeably....

Many of us enjoy our caffeinated beverages because of their stimulating effects. There is also evidence that caffeine could help with improving energy, cognition, and exercise performance. Some sources of caffeine such as coffee and tea have also been studied for their positive effects on inflammation, cardiovascular disease1, obesity, autoimmunity, fatty liver, neurological diseases, and diabetes. That said, while we often talk about the benefits of caffeine, we don’t always talk about the potential downsides....

Part of the reason jealousy causes us to feel so uncomfortable is that we typically think of it as a toxic and unhealthy emotion—something to rid ourselves of ASAP. So we add on a layer of self-blame or even a layer of fatality (i.e., if there’s jealousy in the relationship, it must be doomed). Yet thinking this way is precisely what makes jealousy feel insurmountable, even though negative emotions are a totally normal thing to feel....

Some larger plants and trees can be quite finicky, so we split up the list based on how difficult each one is to take care of and what it needs to thrive. Whether you’re a new plant parent or a vegetation veteran, consider this your cheat sheet to the giant greenery of your dreams. Price: $60–80 for a mature plant What it needs to grow tall: Bright & indirect light, clean leaves, a snug pot A tropical tree with a unique braided stem, the Money Tree got its name from ancient Chinese folklore, where it was the answer to a poor farmer’s prayers for wealth and success....

This uncomfortable pause in your pooping schedule can be caused by gastrointestinal disorders, like irritable bowel syndrome, dehydration, or a lack of physical movement. And while there are a number of remedies to help relieve constipation, incorporating whole foods into your diet can be a safe and natural way to help you poop when you start feeling backed up. Below, integrative gastroenterologist Marvin Singh, M.D., and research specialist in oncology nutrition L....