Here’s what this type of relationship is all about and how people navigate it. “When explaining ethical or consensual non-monogamy to my clients, my go-to is the three C’s: communication, consideration, and of course, consent,” psychotherapist Cheyenne Taylor, LMSW, explains to mbg. “Ethical non-monogamy is based on the concept of using socially acceptable guidelines and ethically motivated tools to cultivate a relationship built on the foundation of non-monogamy. At its core, though, ENM means not cheating or acting without the consent of your partner....

Another potent oldie but goodie that fits the bill is fenugreek. “Fenugreek is an herb that’s been used for thousands of years to treat a variety of conditions ranging from skin issues to pain, digestive ailments, and more,” says Jessica Cording, M.S., R.D., CDN, registered dietitian and health coach. “You’ll often see it in seed or powder form.” Here’s an inside look at the herb’s various health benefits, how to use it in your cooking, and what to look for in a quality fenugreek supplement....

It’s hard to overstate just how much public interest in sustainability has picked up in the years since. This increasing environmental consciousness is amazing, and it’s something that will serve us well in the climate decade. However, it does come with one unfortunate side effect, and that’s an uptick in greenwashing. “It’s basically when organizations succumb to the temptation to present a different image from what’s really there,” Renee Lertzman, Ph....

Aside from supporting your gut health and alleviating gas and bloat, probiotics have also been linked to a myriad of science-backed health benefits, including a healthy immune system, weight management, skin health, and mood. (Learn about how probiotics benefit men specifically here. ) Another study of 60 participants with an H. pylori infection found that symptoms of antibiotic-related diarrhea and nausea improved within 14 days. Researchers from another study3 gave 47 participants a similar probiotic-rich drink and found that while there were slight improvements initially, the most significant improvements didn’t happen until week four....

This is no small issue—not getting enough fiber has whole-body ramifications that can seriously impact your gut health, bowel movements, immune resilience, cardiovascular health, metabolic function, mental well-being, and more. There are two broad categories of fiber: soluble and insoluble. During digestion, soluble fiber dissolves into a gel-like substance that helps collect and remove things the body doesn’t need (e.g., extra hormones, cholesterol, toxins, and waste), while insoluble fiber forms up the bulk of stool and helps move it along to be properly eliminated....

If you’re rushing to the bathroom several times within an hour, it may be a sign of an underlying medical condition. On the other hand, if you find yourself passing hours without having to go, that could be signaling another type of issue altogether. The good news? Whatever type of bathroom-goer category you fall into, it’s possible to train your bladder and improve any unwanted habits. Since the amount of water a person needs each day will differ, the best way to test your hydration levels is simply by checking the color of your pee....

But can looking at these seemingly perfect couples online interfere with our own romantic relationships? Here, how social media can affect your relationships and more. Research has shown social media use can both positively and negatively affect relationships, depending on how it’s used. For example, social media can contribute to unhealthy comparison and unrealistic expectations for what relationships are supposed to be like, and couples may spend more time curating an “image” of who they are rather than focusing on the relationship itself....