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And according to research, it helps ease any inflammation1 you may have. title: “Juice Fasting Benefits Risks How To Do One” ShowToc: true date: “2022-12-31” author: “Charles Armstrong” Many people opt to try juice cleansing or fasting as a way to jump-start their way toward better health, weight loss, and improved gut health. But is following this liquid diet effective or even safe? Below, we unpack everything you need to know about the benefits and side effects of juice fasting and the safest way to do it....

But it’s not about detoxing or cleansing the liver itself—scientifically, that’s not really a thing. It’s more about supporting what your liver does naturally and helping to protect and rejuvenate it from inevitable environmental stressors. While liver cleanses are typically advertised as short-term solutions in the form of pricey juice cleanses or intense detoxification diets, we believe that a truly effective and sustainable liver detox involves the implementation of strategic nutrition and lifestyle shifts (e....

They’re naturally found in certain foods but can also be supplemented in capsules or powders. Probiotic supplements can include a range of different bacterial strains, each one with its own nuanced effect on the gut (and your health). And if you’re looking to maintain and support a healthy weight, one strain that’s found to be particularly beneficial is Bifidobacterium lactis 420 (B420). Not only has this bacterial strain been clinically shown to support the gut barrier, but it can also encourage healthy weight through reductions in caloric intake1, abdominal fat mass2, and waist circumference3....

Both products can easily be placed on top of your mattress for added plushness, cushioning, and support, but each has its own best-use cases. To help you decide whether a mattress pad or mattress topper will best suit your needs, we spoke with experts and dove deeper into the mattress pad vs. mattress topper decision. Below, learn more about the difference between these two sleep-supporting products, and find our picks for the best mattress pads and the best mattress toppers....

Cotton in particular is a go-to in my house: It’s super soft on the skin, making it a great choice for sheets in particular. (I swear my sleep has improved since switching over to cotton sheets!) I also appreciate that it comes in so many different forms. Lighter, more breathable percale cotton sheets are perfect for warmer summer months and can be swapped out for cozier cotton flannels come winter....

“The downside of the keto diet is that to get and stay in ketosis—the state where your body burns fat rather than glucose as its predominant fuel source—you’ll need to keep your carbohydrate intake between about 20 and 50 grams a day1,” says board-certified internist and mbg Collective member Vincent M. Pedre, M.D. (For reference, a small apple has 20 grams of carbohydrates2.) Because carbohydrates are so restricted on a keto diet, this usually means eliminating most high-carb foods, but that doesn’t mean your plate should be stacked with meat and cheese....

Board-certified dermatologist Tiffany Libby, M.D., says they may be round or oval-shaped, but moles can come in all different shapes and sizes. She also notes that the peak time for new moles to appear on the skin is during your 20s and 30s, but overall, the development of moles is normal. Libby agrees and says these oval-shaped brown spots occur only on sun-exposed skin and are not present at birth....

Also sometimes called hecatolite, moonstone can be found all over the world, from the U.S. to Australia to Madagascar to the Austrian Alps and more. RELATED STORY: 15 Calming Crystals + How To Use Them For Stress Relief “Place this crystal outside on the ground, overnight on the night of the full moon, to charge it with Lunar energy,” she says. “Write down what you’d like to manifest on a small piece of paper, and place the charged moonstone atop the paper for one full day and night to call your desire into being....

Neck wrinkles, neck lines, or “tech neck” (whatever you want to call it) can either look like deeper horizontal lines that wrap around like a choker or smaller, thinner, lighter lines that are more prevalent on the sides. Why do we get lines here, and what can you do about it? Well, some of the reasons you may find lines here are your classics, while others are entirely modern. As for solutions, we have you covered there, too....

“Similar to almond milk, oat milk is a great alternative for those looking to avoid or reduce dairy in their eating routine,” women’s health dietitian Valerie Agyeman, R.D., tells mbg. “[It] has many essential nutrients such as vitamins A, B-12, D, riboflavin, calcium, and phosphorus.” Oat milk also contains a type of soluble fiber called beta-glucans, which support a healthy gut microbiome. What’s more, it binds to cholesterol to reduce its absorption, says registered dietitian Titilayo Ayanwola, MPH, R....

Research on precrastination1 confirms the drawbacks of being the proverbial early bird: Back in 2014, psychologist David Rosenbaum, Ph.D., and his colleagues had college students carry one of a pair of buckets to the end of a walkway, asking them to choose whichever bucket seemed easier. Instead of choosing the bucket closer to the end, most of them chose the one closer to the starting point. That meant they carried the bucket for a longer distance, when it would’ve been easier to complete the task by waiting to grab the bucket closer to the end....

What it means: Clear pee is one of the first indicators of overhydration. The body is attempting to get rid of the excess water you’ve ingested, urologist Vannita Simma-Chiang, M.D., tells mbg. What to do: Stop drinking until you’re thirsty again and pee returns to a normal, light yellow. What to do: Whatever you’ve been doing, because it’s working. (Here: A pee health routine to follow.) What to do: Drink some water, and consider limiting dehydrating food and drinks....

MBG: How did you start practicing Ayurveda and what made you want to learn about it? Do you think a person has to be sick to introduce Ayurveda into their lifestyle? Definitely, no. Ayurveda is useful for everyone because the main objective of Ayurveda is to preserve and maintain health. Those who are healthy will benefit from ayurveda by becoming stronger and having more energy; while those who are sick will be able to bring back their health in a natural way....

You’ll also notice your body start to change on the outside too, with surprisingly quick flattening and toning of stomach muscles, increased digestive system function and calm energy that lasts all day long. Breath of Fire is an equal inhale and exhale through the nose, focusing on the EQUAL rhythm at the nostrils. Hold the position for 3 minutes. This posture is sure to change your mood and give you a massive dose of energy throughout your whole system....

To follow, three science-backed habits that could be damaging your nails right now. Let’s make 2023 the year of healthy natural nails for all. “If the cuticle compromise persists, the nail will eventually grow in irregularly,” board-certified dermatologist and nail expert Dana Stern, M.D., once told mbg. “This is because the cuticle overlies the nail matrix, which is the nail-producing center of the nail.” To sum it up: Cuticle care is essential for thriving, long nails....

That UV exposure can even affect your hair growth over time. Josh Rosebrook, former hairstylist and founder of Josh Rosebrook Skin and Hair Care, previously wrote for mbg, “Overexposure to the sun affects the protective barrier of natural oils we all have on our scalp by causing blood vessels to dilate and become inflamed. Sometimes this damage causes the synthesis of superoxide, a compound that may cause hair follicles to switch off growth and enter the shedding phase, which leads to hair loss....

I was raised by a stylish diva mom of the Mad Men era. Twice divorced, she was slightly embittered but unequivocal when she told me flatly, “Sex is the one thing a man can give you that will make you happy.” This is what informed how I educated my daughter about sex, although my tutelage was far from embittered—because sex, love, and relationships have always been a highly satisfying part of my life....

This idea of medicalizing nature is based on research that shows a laundry list of benefits from exposure to forests and trees — everything from lowered blood pressure and boosted immune systems to more energy, less stress, and improved mood. That’s the case in true rural forests and in urban green spaces alike. And get this — we reap the same benefits whether we’re exercising in nature or just out there admiring the trees....

“As a cognitive neuroscientist, I’m always looking for new, cutting-edge ways to improve my brain health. Whether you’re 25 or 75, I believe it’s never too early to be proactive about this vital organ,” she explains. “We get fat from things like avocado, nuts, fish, and fish oils,” Leaf explains. Unfortunately, the standard American diet swaps many of these healthy fats for red meat and processed oils. Because oily fish (e....

One of the most common solutions is to look for baking soda-free deodorants, which we’ve gathered here. Your skin typically hovers around a pH of 5, and when you introduce topicals that sway that too much in either direction, your barrier will be compromised as a result. The most obvious sign of a disrupted barrier? Irritation. But that’s not the only thing that’s potentially irritating. Some people are sensitive to fragrance (natural or otherwise) and essential oils....