Hydration becomes even more important when you’re losing fluids, due to diarrhea or vomiting, registered dietitian Jess Cording, M.S., R.D., CDN, says. We realize the thought of eating or drinking nearly anything can be off-putting when you’re nauseated—but that’s where simple, soothing drinks come into play. While choosing the right drink can help you feel better, avoiding the wrong drink is equally important. One randomized controlled trial, published in the journal Rhinology, says compared to room-temperature drinks, hot drinks are more effective at relieving runny nose2, cough, sneezing, sore throat, chilliness, and tiredness—aka common cold and flu symptoms....

The body’s natural release of endorphins is enhanced during bouts of physical activity, and this surge in happy hormones can boost your mood, increase confidence, and reduce stress levels. Regular exercise can also help improve heart health1, bone density,2 cognition3, and metabolic function4—not to mention increase muscle mass, tone, and strength. As a former Olympic sprinter, I’ve found that during stressful times, exercise has the ability to make everyday activities feel a little easier....

If you’ve got type 2c waves, you already know hair care is never a one size fits all. You might find yourself jumping back and forth between curly hair products and those designed for wavier locks—as finding your place in the vast world of hair care as a 2c can be quite daunting. Luckily, you’ve come to the right place—here’s everything you need to know about 2c hair, from experts. Within those categories, you have micro types known as A, B, and C....

Importantly, using lube doesn’t mean your body isn’t functioning as it should. Sure, the vagina naturally creates its own lubrication, but there are tons of factors that contribute to producing less than usual or situations where you’d benefit from adding more. For example, menopause, aging, metabolism, hormonal changes, birth control, and the side effects of other medications all have the ability to affect your body’s natural lubrication levels and increase vaginal dryness....

I was shocked, but I guess I shouldn’t be. In a modern world inundated by digital screens and the constant “ping” and/or vibration of notifications, it’s no surprise that our attention spans are dwindling down to nothing. Scientists hypothesize that shorter attention spans gave early humans the evolutionary advantage of being able to monitor their surroundings for danger. Today, we face far fewer threats than our ancestors; instead, digital devices specifically designed to steal our attention have infiltrated our everyday lives....

Despite being a fitness studio frequenter, I don’t think twice about drinking anything besides water. That’s why, when I first spotted Kangen water—a specific type of alkaline water—I was intrigued (and admittedly had to taste it). I’d never heard of it before taking the first sip, but after a particularly exhausting workout it tasted how I imagine holy water tastes. Now it had my attention. While these machines are the only ones producing “Kangen water” (because it’s a trademarked term), they’re far from the only alkaline water out there....

Regardless, many of the princes—good nutrition, tempering inflammation, and approaching skin care from a holistic lens—are backed by studies, time and again. Iron is also a foundation of healthy skin as iron deficiencies can lead to sallow, dry, itchy. prematurely aging skin. Beets and carrots are excellent natural sources of iron. Figuring out your dominant dosha can help determine the right way to cleanse your skin: Vata skin is usually thin and dry, so foaming soaps should be avoided and cool, tepid water should be used when cleansing....