According to Rachelle Robinett, RH (AHG), registered herbalist, holistic health practitioner, and founder of Pharmakon Supernatural, milk thistle has been used across Europe since the 13th and 14th centuries to support liver function.* It also has a widespread and archaic history of use in traditional Indian (Ayurveda) and Chinese modalities. From the powerful, targeted support it provides to our hardworking liver to its ability to stimulate the immune system and even promote skin health—milk thistle has a slew of health benefits that can be harnessed to bolster whole-body health....

If you’re ready to embark on your vermicomposting journey, these are the best worm composter bins to get you started. A worm bin can be as simple as a plastic container with a lid, or as complicated as a multi-layer bin with many different compartments and features. While you can save money by building your own bin, Chia-Ming Ro, a garden consultant and owner of Coastal Homestead explains that buying a pre-made one “takes the guesswork out....

This season means something different for everyone (to find out your summer personality, take our quiz!). But for our culture connoisseurs and well-tanned travelers out there, summer means indulging our spontaneity, whether that’s finally getting on the pottery wheel, visiting a new destination, or simply enjoying the unique flavor artistry of Waterloo Sparkling Water. Your pals may be content grabbing a brew and lying poolside, but you see summer as a chance to expand your horizons....

Gardening gloves can protect your hands and help you be more efficient during long days in the yard or just quick indoor houseplant repottings. Ready to meet your perfect pair? Dig into this guide. Two of the most dangerous soil pathogens are listeria1 and Toxoplasma gondii2. While rare, serious health problems can occur following exposure to these germs—especially among those who are pregnant or have weakened immune systems. Always wear gloves when gardening, just to be safe, and be sure to wash your hands after you’re done....

The truth is: not all skin care ingredients are created equal. In fact, understanding which vitamins are beneficial for your skin type can make the world of difference when tackling common skin concerns like dark spots, elasticity, signs of aging, dullness, and uneven tone.* As board-certified holistic dermatologist Gary Goldfaden, M.D., previously told mbg, starting in your 20s, ““the amount of new collagen that your skin produces declines while the rate of its destruction increases....

If you’re not sure where to start, here are some key aspects of anatomy that are helpful to know. One note: When I say “major” in the list below, it refers to the more commonly-used parts of the body versus every little bone or muscle contained therein. This doesn’t mean you may not want to learn this additional information; it means it’s a place to start. Yoga is a practice of connecting movement to breath....

“A lot of contemporary neuroscientists believe during REM sleep, the brain is involved in maintenance tasks, and it accidentally ‘kicks up dust,’ visually. At that end, dreaming is considered totally meaningless,” he explains. “The other end is that dreaming is more substantial than waking. And we see this in ‘dream cultures,’ such as the indigenous people of Australia, who believe dreaming is intrinsic to our spiritual existence.” Most psychological theories surrounding dreaming fall somewhere in the middle....