Here, we dive into what actually lies within golden milk, why adding it to your daily diet could have lasting positive effects, and how to make your own at home on the cheap. While new-ish to many of us, the origins of golden milk can be traced back to ancient India, where it was (and still is) used in ayurvedic medicine to help with insomnia, coughs, and colds. In fact, turmeric and its main bioactive compound, curcumin, have been studied extensively1 for their ability to help combat a number of health conditions, from Alzheimer’s to arthritis to depression, all of which have been linked to chronic inflammation....

The mechanisms that cause migraines are not fully understood, which is one reason why they’re so tough to treat. And many of the current drug regimens are slow to take effect, are not effective at all for up to 40 percent of users, or are designed for related conditions, such as high blood pressure rather than migraines themselves. Another issue: Migraines can recur frequently, making treating them with strong opioids and painkillers concerning and potentially dangerous....

In India, the holy basil plant is sacred and holy, often used in religious ceremonies and for energetic protection. The plant’s presence in the home is thought to stave off disease and repel insects and foreign smells. Here’s how holy basil might help to relieve symptoms of adrenal fatigue and thyroid imbalance. Adaptogenic herbs such as holy basil support the body’s response to stress and its ability to naturally cope with occasional anxiety and fatigue—slowly and gently, without jolts or crashes....

In India, the holy basil plant is sacred and holy, often used in religious ceremonies and for energetic protection. The plant’s presence in the home is thought to stave off disease and repel insects and foreign smells. Here’s how holy basil might help to relieve symptoms of adrenal fatigue and thyroid imbalance. Adaptogenic herbs such as holy basil support the body’s response to stress and its ability to naturally cope with occasional anxiety and fatigue—slowly and gently, without jolts or crashes....

Here’s what the research says about the potential benefits of using hemp oil for steamy sex, and how to get started. “Several studies have shown that when taken orally, CBD can help reduce the stress hormone cortisol1. It can also act in the brain, working on the serotonin system and the GABA system, which are both related to anxiousness and stress levels2,” explains Julie Moltke, M.D., a medical doctor with a focus on mental health and the author of A Quick Guide to CBD....

Here, dietitians and nutrition experts share the basics of magnesium absorption and explain how long the supplement typically stays in the body—and what that means about when to take it. A large portion of the population in Western countries2 does not get enough magnesium from food alone, hence why dietary supplements have utility and have also become so popular3. “It’s estimated that 43% of U.S. adults4 currently fail to meet their daily magnesium needs through diet alone, which is over 100 million adults, to put this nutrient gap in perspective,” Ferira expounds....

While it’s easy to romanticize this phase of your relationships (and therefore dread the end of it), we often overlook what comes next. But as psychiatrist Daniel Lieberman, M.D., author of The Molecule of More, recently shared on the mindbodygreen podcast, it might be even better than the honeymoon phase. This honeymoon phase, also called “passionate love,” is just an era, so it won’t last forever. During this time, it can feel so intoxicating to be with the other person that you might start to believe this overpowering feeling won’t ever ebb....