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“So I’m in the middle of Alabama for work right now. While in Walmart with my co-worker, we saw the Mint Julep mask. I remembered reading something about it being good on Makeup Alley and picked it up. Lately I’ve been feeling pretty crappy about my skin since I started using Tretinoin. I’ve been a […]
Everyday Wellness Sharon FeiereisenOct 30 Here’s a mix of stretches that can save your knees: four that you can do anywhere, and five that use a foam roller. The combo will have your knees feeling better in no time. No equipment: Calf stretch Courtesy Theo Kousouli, Kousouli Health & Wellness Center First off, in your […]
In case you haven't heard, fall is here which means it's the best time for all things cozy and pumpkin-flavored. It's also the best time to head out into nature for some seriously killer views. Whether you want to check out the changing leaves in a woodsy destination like the Adirondacks or lie under the […]
The moment you begin any kind of exercise kick you’ll be told to up your protein intake. Protein is the fuel that repairs and builds muscles after a workout, so if you’re hitting the gym it makes sense to eat more of it. The popular conception of protein tends towards meat and vast tubs of […]
Fitness Charlotte Hilton AndersenOct 22 Need a little motivation? These people will inspire you not just to live your best life at any age but also to seize the moment and achieve fitness you never thought possible. I lost 160 pounds so I could do a cartwheel for my daughter Courtesy Patricia Jenkins As a […]
Running becomes a very different proposition when you cross the 90-minute mark. Instead of stepping out the door with the bare essentials and the freedom to run wherever you like, you need to plan your nutrition and tailor your route to include stops for refuelling. Planning your nutrition for before, during and after any long […]
Morgan CutoloOct 23 This little trick will help you make super fudgy brownies. Martin Gardeazabal/Shutterstock Let’s be honest, all brownies are amazing. They’re the perfect sweet treat to have after any meal. But if you want to sink your teeth into the perfect gooey, fudgy, melt-in-your-mouth, can’t-help-but-make-yummy-noises brownie you need to add in one—kind of […]
Churn, baby, churn Marian Weyo/Shutterstock “‘You can never use enough butter. Butter makes everything taste so much better. Add some more butter.’ Butter was her thing. I was always thinking, ‘ew,’ but as it turns out, everything is better with butter!” — Marcia Friedman Permission to play favorites sirtravelalot/Shutterstock “As the mother of five children, with […]
Finding the perfect present for every foodie on your nice list can be tough. From creative kitchen tools to gourmet gift baskets, options abound and it’s hard to decide what to stuff stockings with when the holidays roll around. To help you out, we’re highlighting our favorite kitchen picks for the season. Whether you’re looking […]
France: Crêpe Stepanek Photography/Shutterstock No trip to France is complete without stopping for traditional crepes, either sweet or savory. To make this take on a pancake, the French start with wheat or buckwheat flour and fill it with spreads, Nutella, or jelly for a treat, or ham and cheese, mushrooms, or more for a lunchtime […]
There are all sorts of things to admire about the American Council on Exercise, starting with the fact that it has the superb acronym ACE. ACE is a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting healthy activities, and it constantly puts out information on how you can live a more active life. Back in 2001 ACE sponsored […]
Even if you have “normal” skin without any major concerns, it’s still important to use a moisturizer, because you want to keep the skin balanced, intact, and hydrated, explains Papri Sarkar, M.D., a dermatologist in Brookline, MA. “For the lucky people with this skin type, I recommend a basic cleanser and moisturizer so they can […]
Food Amanda TarltonOct 19 From a place that serves craft beer as you shop to the biggest selection of organic produce, these are the best supermarkets in every state across the country. Alabama: Organic Harvest, Hoover Via ohgrocery.com Nestled in the heart of Hoover you’ll find Organic Harvest, Alabama’s largest natural foods store. The selection […]
Marissa LaliberteOct 18 Pizza from New York and Chicago may get a lot of buzz, but pizza lovers are probably missing out on what TripAdvisor calls the best pizzeria in the country. David E/via TripAdvisor.com Pretty much everyone has their go-to pizza spot, and the debate will never end over whether thin-and-crispy New York slices […]
Breakfast can be a polarizing meal. You’ve got your bacon-egg-and-cheese on a roll people, your avocado toast millennials, your cereal regulars, and your smoothie bowl types. Some folks need only a couple of hard-boiled eggs to start their days, and some can’t live without a donut. Many of us, in fact, get stuck in a routine. […]