Sean Cooney, board-certified chiropractor and owner of RESPORT Chiropractic & Physical Therapy in Chicago, Illinois, describes cervical traction as “axial or long-wise stretching of the neck.” Chiropractors can do this by hand but will often use neck traction devices, too. With a great neck stretcher, you can achieve this relief at home. Just note, if you do plan on using one of these devices on your own, make sure to consult with your chiropractor or health care provider to determine which is right for you and how best to use it....

Air purifiers can keep your home’s air clear of these irritants and help you and your family breathe easier. This is essential for more than just allergy relief, as indoor air pollution has been linked to respiratory diseases1, cardiovascular risks2, and even cancer3 in extreme cases. Here, allergy and functional medicine experts share how air purifiers work and how to vet all the options on the market. We used their intel to pinpoint the six absolute best air purifiers for allergies of the year to keep sniffles at bay....

But sometimes it’s best to just revisit one of the originals: Collagen powders offer versatile uses, a more flexible dosage, and in some cases, added ingredients to make a more robust formula. (This is why our recommendation will always be to opt for the powder format.) We’ve outline our favorite collagen supplements in all formats in this guide, but if you’re looking for powders only—you’ve come to the right place. There are at least 28 kinds of collagen (that we know of) that exist, but types I, II, and III are the most common in the human body....

There are many factors that could be contributing to poor sleep—and small changes in your routine, like adding the best products for insomnia, could help. One remedy for sleeplessness that’s exploded in popularity in recent years is weighted blankets, especially for those suffering from stress and anxiety, who boast about their positive impact on sleep quality. As sleep expert and psychiatrist Nishi Bhopal, M.D., previously told mbg, “It’s thought that weighted blankets provide deep pressure stimulation, which activates the parasympathetic, or ‘rest and digest’ part of the nervous system....

The definition of “effort,” and what couples look for in long-distance relationships, is changing, though. Success isn’t necessarily keeping the fire alive in the bedroom, making sure you’re in constant communication, or even taking turns making the trek to see each other. Smartphones, social media, and apps like Skype give long-distance partners easy access to their significant other almost 24/7, so lack of communication or even intimacy (hello, Skype sex) is no longer the big barrier when it comes to making a long-distance relationship thrive....

If you’re curious, here’s what you should know about ruined orgasms before attempting to wreck your or someone else’s next climax. So rather than feeling a 10/10 euphoric explosion of pleasure, the sub would feel a not-so-satisfying 2/10 instead. Yay. Ruined orgasms can happen by accident, too. In fact, you might’ve actually had one in the past! “Many of us have experienced them; most of us just don’t eroticize the experience,” says sociologist and clinical sexologist Sarah Melancon, Ph....

The core of Ayurveda is focused on prevention. It’s based on the concept that general health and wellness rely on a delicate balance between mind, body, and spirit. If you’ve been searching for a holistic and balanced approach to your overall health, you’re in the right place. The Vedas detail extensive preventive care approaches as well as treatments, even highlighting surgical procedures like nose jobs, kidney stone removal, and stitches. The Vedas detail how to treat issues like dry skin, fever, diarrhea, tumors, seizures, heart disease, and beyond, using over 700 Ayurvedic herbs....