“The downside of the keto diet is that to get and stay in ketosis—the state where your body burns fat rather than glucose as its predominant fuel source—you’ll need to keep your carbohydrate intake between about 20 and 50 grams a day1,” says board-certified internist and mbg Collective member Vincent M. Pedre, M.D. (For reference, a small apple has 20 grams of carbohydrates2.) Because carbohydrates are so restricted on a keto diet, this usually means eliminating most high-carb foods, but that doesn’t mean your plate should be stacked with meat and cheese....

At the top of the list is the NBHWC certification, which has set the framework and standard for a high-level coaching program, created to train and prepare experts within the health and wellness field to support clients. Not sure if this particular course is right for you based on your background and goals? Here’s everything you need to know before making your decision. Reviewed by the board, adhering to strict standards, this certification solidifies your credentials....

If you’re unsure because you’ve never tried non-latex condom options, you’re in the right place! With the help of expert guidance, we’re breaking down what you need to know about these contraceptives, including the right lube to use and which condom is best, based on efficacy. Here are some common materials used to create non-latex condoms: To know if you’re allergic or sensitive to latex condoms, Doctor of Public Health ​​Linsey Grove, DrPH, MPH, CPH, suggests getting a skin test from a dermatologist or allergist to find out....

But the reality is, yoga and Pilates share many qualities and benefits. In fact, many people see these as complementary practices—and choose to do both yoga and Pilates for optimal mental and physical fitness. Today, there are two main forms of Pilates, reformer and mat. Both are low-impact and focus on building the core while strengthening the whole body. A reformer class uses a machine with spring resistance while most mat classes, as the name suggests, only require a mat to incorporate body-weight resistance....

Here’s what to know about what a progressed chart is, how to calculate yours, and how to interpret what it all means for how you can best reach your potential. Progressed charts are calculated by a formula that progresses or moves the natal chart forward. In a progressed chart, each day after birth equals one year of life. A progressed astrology chart for someone who’s 25 years old, for example, would be equivalent to the chart (or condition of the sky) 25 days after that person’s birth....

“No one I know has the perfect microbiome, and I personally check a lot of patients,” says integrative physician Bindiya Gandhi, M.D. “No one eats perfectly all the time: eating fermented foods, fiber, prebiotic foods, vegetables, and fruits. That’s why I highly recommend everyone of all ages take a daily probiotic for generalized overall health.”* What’s more, if you’re dealing with any specific digestive needs (think bloating, gas, regularity), a targeted probiotic supplement may be for you....

While some of us opt for thongs that promise an invisible panty line, others go commando, and some don’t mind a panty line at all. The bottom line is whether or not we should be wearing underwear when we exercise is something we all need to talk about more because who wants to deal with yeast infections on a regular basis? Here’s what she had to say: “Bacteria and yeast do love a moist environment, which is created when working out....