What you may not realize is that all proteins are not created equal, and understanding the different types of protein can help us fill our plates with what our bodies need to thrive — especially if we’re living plant-based lives. Spoiler alert: Turns out some of our very favorite snacks (we’re looking at you, pistachios) turn out to be some of the best complete protein sources out there. Let’s dig in....
“Women cheat for many reasons, just like men do,” AASECT-certified sex therapist and licensed counselor Tammy Nelson, Ph.D., tells mbg. “Women cheat because the relationship at home is cooling off,” Nelson says. “If there is tension or boredom at home, excitement on the side can be a distraction, a temptation too great to avoid.” “Everyone makes mistakes. Sometimes, affairs happen because of opportunity,” Nelson adds. “Women can act impulsively and then regret it....
Another fun fact: You should consume vitamin D with healthy fats to get the most bang for your buck out of this fat-soluble nutrient.* In a way, these fats act as an envelope for that precious vitamin D cargo, ensuring it gets to its final destination in your body. But, alas, not all fats are created equal, so we tapped experts on exactly what to look for in the fats you’ll want to down alongside your vitamin D....
And over-washing can come in two forms: First, you’re washing too frequently and, second, with a shampoo that’s too harsh. Washing too frequently often is the result of the aforementioned oily roots—but it can also be because you work out every day, live in a warm environment where you sweat more, or just personal preference. If you need more insight into how much you should be shampooing, take a look at our full guide to washing your hair....
It’s natural to notice when you’re doing more of a certain task or action in the relationship, but if you stop there, your feelings will quickly fester into a stew of resentment. The “not enough” mindset will quickly spiral into your seeing your relationship through the glass half-empty lens, which will then negatively impact how you feel about your partner. There is one simple antidote for the habit of keeping score: Give for the joy of giving....
But there’s something else that hasn’t been widely publicized: A properly executed ketogenic diet can help restore balance to out-of-whack female sex hormones. In my practice, I’ve also seen it mitigate weight gain, hot flashes, near-zero energy, low sex drive, bone loss, mood swings, and other troublesome symptoms associated with perimenopause, menopause, PMS, and post-menopause. Luckily, following a ketogenic diet makes your body more “insulin sensitive.” This means insulin is well-regulated, in balance, and used properly by your cells....
In a world where spiritual circles preach about forgiving your perpetrator, or even about “turning the other cheek,” here’s why I believe that forgiveness isn’t always the way. Even then, you’ll see the goodness in him. And every time you place the burden of forgiveness on your own shoulders, you’re obligated to wipe the slate clean so as to give him a loving, supportive environment that he tells you is so crucial for his healing....
