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Research is still ongoing about the ways bergamot can be used to support health and well-being, but we’ve compiled what’s out there so far. Although not yet researched for fighting the bacteria that cause acne, Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes), bergamot has been tested for its antimicrobial power against Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus). Not to gross you out, but in one study, scientists found that bergamot inhibited the growth of staph introduced to fish samples3....

Unfortunately, there is no check and balance in our food system to assess how food and food additives interact with our microbiome. Foods are generally regarded as safe (AKA—GRAS status1) by the FDA based on their toxicity to us, not our microbiota. And while extensive research shows that the quantity and diversity of plant-based foods promote a healthy and robust microbiome, we are just beginning to understand the safety and impact that additives like emulsifiers in our alternative milks have on our microbes....

Here’s everything you need to know about breaking up with a narcissist, including how to do this right and what to expect along the way: Understand this as you’re walking out the door: You can never hold a narcissist accountable. It’s what’s kept you hooked, and you need to leave behind that desire to make them “get it” or “change” if you’re going to be able to truly close the door on this relationship....

The character for chi (氣) means “energy’’ or “essence.” It depicts air with a pot of rice within and represents transformational power. Think of it like a seed that can be dormant for years but still have life force within it, just waiting to be awakened by dirt, water, and sunlight. Chi is best understood in relation to yin and yang. The principles of yin and yang theory are based on dynamic balance via the movement of chi energy....

In the excerpt below, glimpse the fascinating science behind intermittent fasting and the “hidden benefits” taking place at a cellular level to affect your long-term health. Get started on Cole’s four-week program by buying your own copy of his book here. This is especially true when you take into account the onslaught of stressors cells are exposed to in modern life. Intermittent fasting has been shown to improve cellular function, increase the healing of stem cells, and improve resilience against a wide range of stressors, including metabolic, oxidative, traumatic, and proteotoxic stressors (which include things like damaged proteins)....

It’s a less common, albeit powerful, technique that’s historically known for its musculoskeletal pain1, physical function2, and recovery benefits. This suctioning, which is often used by acupuncturists and other therapists, is most commonly known to promote blood flow3 in the skin and help ease pain you may be experiencing in that area. While this traditional health practice is deeply rooted in Chinese and Middle Eastern medicine, there is some evidence that it may have originated as far back as 1550 BC in ancient Egypt4....

The root is about safety and survival, which is essential for any healthy, thriving life. Therefore, we must create stability in the root before we can express ourselves through the other chakras in an aligned and authentic way. Exploring the root chakra in my practice helps many of my clients understand why they are prone to specific health issues. Physical conditions associated with the root usually result from confusion about what is safe and what is not....