Here are 15 calming crystals to help you relax and self-soothe. Selenite was named after Selene the Greek goddess of the Moon, meaning literally the stone of the Moon. This crystal has been prized by humans for thousands of years and is one of the most popular to clear and connect today. Both the Romans and the Greeks associated moonstone with their lunar deities. The Roman natural historian Pliny coined the name of this gemstone when he wrote that moonstone’s shimmery appearance shifted with the phases of the moon—a belief that held until well after the 16th century....

Here are 15 calming crystals to help you relax and self-soothe. Selenite was named after Selene the Greek goddess of the Moon, meaning literally the stone of the Moon. This crystal has been prized by humans for thousands of years and is one of the most popular to clear and connect today. Both the Romans and the Greeks associated moonstone with their lunar deities. The Roman natural historian Pliny coined the name of this gemstone when he wrote that moonstone’s shimmery appearance shifted with the phases of the moon—a belief that held until well after the 16th century....

Here’s advice on how to navigate a marriage without sex, from marriage and sex therapists. Emotional intimacy, on the other hand, is often a necessity for a couple to be truly connected, honest, and happy. Emotional intimacy refers to the ability to share your true thoughts and feelings with each other and feeling a sense of safety, comfort, and warmth with each other. Most marriages cannot function in a healthy way without this emotional intimacy....

This is why it’s worth considering how new technologies, including cellphones, affect the function of our cells. Without a doubt, cellphones can save lives. They enable quicker notification of emergency medical services, speed up transmission of medical records, and expedite the recording of an EKG for rhythm analysis. Here’s what we know: electromagnetic energy emitted by cellphones appears to increase reactive oxygen species (oxidation or rust, a common mechanism of aging and disease), weakens cell membranes, and alters the handling of calcium in cells....

It’s no surprise collagen is beneficial for most people, considering we all have these body parts.* Still, like other supplements, collagen’s effect on your body depends on several factors. This includes sex and hormones, which dictate the benefits you’ll reap from said supplements. Any differences in collagen needs typically come down to dosage. That’s because collagen is a protein, and protein dosage is determined by factors like body mass and activity level....

Recently, a number of scientists and doctors have been discussing another measure to support immune and respiratory health: vitamin D. It’s important to acknowledge that at this time, however, there’s no confirmed cure or guaranteed way to avoid contracting COVID-19. As far as preventive measures2 go, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) officially recommends washing your hands with soap and water frequently, socially distancing yourself from other people, covering your nose and mouth with a face mask in public, shielding your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze, and disinfecting frequently used surfaces regularly....

Despite the known benefits of exercise in pregnancy, I am continually asked one specific question by friends and patients. Is childbirth going to be easier because I am working out? One factor that has a negative impact on the length of labor and can be modified by routine exercise in pregnancy, especially in first-time moms, is a higher maternal weight at the time of delivery1. In other words, routine exercise can limit the possibility of excessive maternal weight gain during pregnancy and potentially shorten the first stage of labor....