Here’s an overview of why deforestation is so harmful, what can be done about it, and why it happens in the first place. Annika Terrana, a forest director at the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), tells mindbodygreen that at the current rate of deforestation, “we’re losing about 30 soccer fields’ worth of forest a minute.” Most of this is occurring in 24 key regions, which the WWF calls “deforestation fronts.” “Those are areas of forests across the tropics and subtropics of Latin America, sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia, and Oceania,” Terrana explains....

For some context: More and more research on the microbiome—aka the trillions of bacteria and other microbes that take up residence in our body—is linking the health of our gut to everything from immunity to mood to clear skin to brain health and beyond. You could argue that supporting healthy bacteria levels with probiotics, whether through probiotic-rich foods or daily supplements, is practically the new normal in the modern wellness routine....

Sure I’d love to buy 100 percent organic and practice yoga three times a week. But most days, I’m thinking about how I’m going to make my car payment or buy groceries or afford after-school activities for my kids. The wellness community often operates on the assumption that simple mind-shifts and affirmations alone will result in a better life, and that’s true—as long as your basic needs are met. After a year here, I found a full-time job....

Each of the signs is associated with different qualities, strengths, and weaknesses, and they’re also further divided by their element, as well as where they fall in the yin-versus-yang spectrum. “They are bold pioneers,” Lin explains, adding that Tigers are also analytical, practical yet ambitious, restless—and a bit reckless. You can think of them as the apex predator of the 12 Chinese zodiac animals. “Intent with their eyes on their prey or the prize, they’ll do whatever they can to conquer,” Lin explains....

After much practice and training, I’m now proud to say I’m a professional pole dancer and aerialist. But it wasn’t easy. Here are 10 things people might not know about this fitness form. Natasha Wang, a world champion pole dancer, didn’t even start the exercise until age 29. Greta Pontarelli is a champion pole dancer at age 63—and she only began a few years ago! At first, the idea of working out in a sports bra and tiny shorts may seem intimidating....

Here are some typical gluten-containing foods you may not be aware of: You may have thought the neighborhood sushi joint was a gluten free haven, but unfortunately there is plenty of it lurking in the soy sauce. Soy sauce is made with fermented wheat. An easy solution is to bring your own gluten-free soy sauce. 2. Sauces and Soups Flour is often used as a thickener in soups and sauces. When eating out, make sure to ask your waiter what’s in the sauce, or just order your food without it....

From July 2023 onward, you’ll feel an urgent need to follow your calling. A key relationship will need to be renegotiated so you have room to “do you.” Making sacrifices for your sweetie or taking one for the team is great to a point, but not at the expense of your own dreams. Be mindful of the friends you invite into your circle this spring and summer; not all of them will have pure intentions, no matter how they advertise themselves....