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For many people, their sex life does start that way. If you’re having sexual problems in your relationship, you are not alone. Some experts say15 to 20 percent of married couplesare currently in a sexless marriage. Many more have sex infrequently. The sexual avoidance cycle. The cycle starts when sex doesn’t live up to your expectations. When those ideas aren’t met, you may feel inadequate, broken, worried, or sad. It can become fraught with anxiety, like a test that you expect to fail....

We all have some yeast in our microbiome, including the fungiCandida albicans. The hard truth about diet is this: Food can either fuel health or it can fuel disease. If it fuels disease, it most likely does this by damaging a once healthy gut. Even gluten-free grains contain amylose sugars that contribute to inflammation. This just goes to show the immense power of the foods you put on your plate....

There’s something deeply reassuring about knowing your anxiety, a largely isolated andisolatingexperience, is actually shared. It was this reaction that was Gisele’s catalyst for her new book,Lessons. “So with something that extreme, you’re willing to make extreme changes on the other side.” Like Gisele, I’m familiar with the extreme discomfort that comes with anxiety. I’d stopped packing my lunch and forgone vegetables for more comforting carb-laden fare. WhenLessonslanded on my desk, it felt like a nudge at just the right time....

And lately, there’s one that’s been front of mind. It’s called the sun cycle diet. What is reverse fasting? It’s a subtype referred to in the scientific literature as early time-restricted eating or just time-restricted feeding. Researchers have found this pop in of fasting to be superior to just fasting anytime. And when you think about it, this diet is as simple as it gets. You just eat dinner at 6 p....

Healing herbs and spices are a great way to support overall health and wellness. What is turmeric, and what is it good for? This golden-hued rhizome has been used for thousands of years to treat a wide variety of ailments. A lot of those health benefitshave been linked tothe powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of turmeric. Curcumin, the active compound in turmeric, has beenextensively studied1for its preventive health benefits and disease-fighting potential....

Pregnancy and birth are among the many areas of women’s lives that have become increasingly medicalized and depersonalized. How to support a healthy labor through diet and lifestyle change. Thirty-five years of practice initially as a homebirth midwife, and then asan M.D. Herbs to ease and support birth. It remains popular today, with about63 percent of midwives in the United States recommending it. This was in the 1980s (long before the days of green juice!...

So what’s a coffee-loving girl to do? Meet dandelion tea. According to a2013 study, 74 percent of Americans suffer from some form of digestive issue. Like my beloved coffee, dandelion tea hasa similar diuretic effect on the body4. But does it taste good? Upon trying my first cup of dandelion tea, I recoiled. But I was not a quitter! Thus, I realized I needed to step up my morning tea game....

The new moon is the perfect time to set new intentions for the weeks ahead. “It’s best channeled in dreams, meditation, ceremony, and ritual. The new moon is a fresh start. With it comes the energy of new beginnings, the start of a new lunar cycle.” Point being that the new moon is a pretty ideal time to ignite your deepest desires. Start off by choosing your candle. It’s best to go with one that is loose, not confined to a jar....

It’s fair to say that Chrissy Teigen knows what people want. It’s a little bit more “grown up,” as she writes in the intro. While the book still features decadent fare (Everything Bagel Breakfast Bake, anyone? Dinner is usually salmon with greens, and she sips gut-healing staple bone broth throughout the day. “Salads can be so basic. Teigen writes in the book. Preheat the oven to 400F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and pour 2 tablespoons of the oil on the lined sheet....

A gaslighter makes you question your version of realitymaking you vulnerable to more abuse. Sometimes, it can even seem impossible. How do gaslighters keep their victims in tow? They do apologizebut those apologies are conditional. Gaslighters are masters of the “conditional apology.” You know, when someone says, “I’m sorry you feel that way.” That’s not an apology; the other person is not taking responsibility for his behavior. He’s simply manipulating you into feeling seen by acknowledging your feelings....

Spikes in blood sugar are a ticket to cravings, hunger, and lethargy. That being said, cutting out carbs and sugar is way easier said than done. Drink more water (or low-calorie drinks!). Probably more times than you realize, you are confusing hunger with thirst. It’s also a great way to keep yourself busy, so you don’t turn to mindless snacking. Let vegetables multitask for you. Their high water content also increases satiety....

Essential oils are packed with some prettyamazing healing benefitsbut alas, nothing lasts forever. Just like the oils we cook with, essential oils do eventually “go bad.” “Expired oils will smell nasty!” saysMariza Snyder, D.C., a functional medicine practitioner and author ofSmart Mom’s Guide to Essential Oils. In that case, it’s worth noting the shelf life of a few common types of oils. More telltale signs that an oil will last?...

This herb packs a powerful medicinal punch! Benefits of slippery elm. It is typically sold as a powder, capsule, tea, or tincture. Helps with constipation and digestion. Reset your gut Sign up for our FREE ultimate gut health guide featuring healing recipes & tips. Another study attributes the herb’s ability to soothe IBS symptoms to itshigh antioxidant content3. Slippery elm can also be used for upper respiratory issues likecough, sore throat, laryngitis, andtonsillitis4....