November 29, 2018 at 08:37AM You might want to take a seat for this news confirming everything you know to be true: According to a recently published small study, lack of sleep makes you more irritable. WHO KNEW, RIGHT? The research, conducted by Iowa State University, claims to be the first of its kind to crystalize this specific finding since previous studies have only linked sleep and anger, but not the causal relationship. (As in, it used to be unclear whether anger disrupted sleep or lack of sleep lent itself to an anger uptick.) So yes, you can now feel scientifically vindicated the next time those zzz’s evade you for one reason or another, and you find yourself with white knuckles as you try to not rip off the head of your slow-as-molasses barista. To get these super-obvious results, the small study’s 142 participants were randomly sorted into two groups—one would maintain normal sleep, and the other would restrict sleep duration by two to four hours a night. Both before and after the measured night of sleep, the participants’ reactions to anger-provoking irritants were recorded. Barking dog? Check. An uncomfortable shirt? You got it. And yep, sleep deprived people were less adept at rolling with the punches unaffected. Shocking right? What would have been super-interesting to note, however, is how angry/sleepy people react to other types of stressors. You know—the ones that now seem to infiltrate our lives on a daily basis. For example, how might your reaction to a troubling
Month: November 2018
5 clues your body is compensating for a weak core—and how to deal
November 29, 2018 at 08:28AM If someone asked you to point to your core—where would you point? Probably your belly where your abs are. But it turns out, core muscles actually run band to band (AKA from the tip-top of your ribs to the top of your hips) and all the way around all the way around. Yep, core got back. “Your core technically includes your pelvic floor muscles, your internal and external obliques, rectus abdominis (and all the other superficial layers you think of when someone says six-pack, the erector spinae and multifidus (which are in the back), and all the deeper, smaller muscles in your trunk,” says Alena Luciani, MS, CSCS and founder of Training2xl. To put it one way: The core is more complex and complicated that my relationship with my ex, but unlike my ex, it’s a total #powerhouse. Not only does the core protect the body and stabilize the spine and pelvis, powers your movement, and is the cornerstone of boss-babing the sh*t out of your workouts. So yeah, your core has to show up for you at all times. And if it doesn’t…or if it’s too weak? “The rest of your body and muscles have to compensate for it, which can cause a giant (and bad!) chain reaction,” explains Bethany Lyons, founder and CEO at Lyons Den Power Yoga. It can be hard to know if your core is weak, because even visible six-pack-abs are not a sign that your core is strong. Lyons suggests two quick at-home tests to determine whether or not
This easy vegan fried egg recipe is just begging to top your avocado toast
November 29, 2018 at 07:58AM When Ellie Bullen—the plant-powered blogger behind Elsa’s Wholesome Life—posted a picture of her fried egg-topped toast on Instagram, her followers had a mini freak-out, thinking it was real. And you can’t blame ’em: Without reading the caption, looks alone could fool just about anyone. There were no chickens needed to create this version, though, and the recipe is incredibly simple. “It tastes jut like egg—it’s pretty crazy. If you’re someone who went vegan and you really miss eggs, this recipe is a real game-changer for you,” she says in her video. “You don’t even have to make the whole egg white and fried egg component. If you like, you can just make the yolk: that’s where the egg flavor is. You can make some toast strips and just dip them in.” If there’s one thing I miss years after going vegan, it’s eggs. Not meat, not cheese (*gasp!*), just eggs. I lived for daily omelets and scrambles, and there are definitely products on the market now that completely nix my cravings for both of those former staples. But I definitely didn’t think I’d ever see the day where I got to relive eating my beloved avocado toast topped with a fried egg, yolk and all, until I came across this video below. Scroll down to see Bullen make a vegan fried egg and read the recipe. View this post on Instagram Chill guys, it’s not a real egg wanna see a tutorial on how to make this? Comment a
How to style high-waisted jeans so you don’t wind up with a front butt
November 29, 2018 at 07:56AM One of the more embarrassing trends I participated in during my youth was super tight low-rise jeans. The kind that were so low they would show a sliver of buttcrack when you bent over. (Also, I don’t think I’ve ever written the word buttcrack in my professional career.) Paired with a similarly tight-fitting top and one of those triple grommet belts, it was a look that makes me incredibly grateful that Instagram #ootd wasn’t a thing then. But that’s how it was in the early aughts; the thought of anything high-waisted was as foreign to me as the concept of cauliflower as a pizza crust. We live in a world with 3D printers and nearly-sentient robots. I feel like we shouldn’t have to settle for front butt in our otherwise flattering high-rise denim. Now, however, I can’t get enough of high-waisted jeans. Like if the rise isn’t over 10-inches I’m not buying. I’m very short, so I appreciate the leg-lengthening properties of high-rise pants. Plus, they don’t have the same muffin-top potential as the low-rise jeans of my youth. But there’s a reason shopping for such denim has inspired many a meme—it’s hard to find a pair that fits just right. You know what I’m talking about. The dreaded front butt. That pooch in the front where the fabric gapes and makes it look like you have, as the term suggests, a butt in the front. Granted, I’d rather deal with front butt over exposed
Some of the coolest new sneakers are coming from these eco-friendly brands
November 29, 2018 at 07:39AM As sustainability becomes a greater focus in the fashion industry, it’s getting easier to shop for ethically made wardrobes staples from dresses to jeans and outerwear. But for the wellness junkie who’s habitually signed up for yoga, boxing, and barre classes—and (literally) running errands in between—sneakers are a must from performance-based to fashion styles. So, it’s refreshing to see so many of the coolest kicks coming from eco-friendly brands right now. “It used to be if you wanted an animal-free sneaker, your only option was fast-fashion and if you wanted a sustainable pair of kicks, your only option was leather-clad,” says Ashlee Piper, a sustainability expert and author of Give a Sh*t: Do Good. Live Better. Save the Planet. “Now, brands like Veja, Native Shoes, and Keep bring all the style and comfort of a sneaker with cruelty-free options that are also ethically produced,” she says. While a functional trainer is a strong starting point, fashion-forward kicks—from wear-with-everything white lace-ups by Veja to Stella McCartney’s new techy, sock-style sneakers—come with an ethical stamp of approval. “We wanted to create a sneaker that would be made better and that respects the environment and workers,” says Veja co-founder Sébastien Kopp, whose business doesn’t pay for advertising or marketing as a way to invest the company’s entire budget in their moral manufacturing processes. “Our sneakers would be more expensive to make, but we knew we could keep the price on par with other brands if we didn’t allocate money for
Here’s what a top nutritionist has to say about our enduring avocado obsession
November 29, 2018 at 06:19AM There are only three things absolutely certain in life: death, taxes, and the fact that everyone will always love avocados. The beloved healthy fruit, for better or for worse, has even moved off our plates to make its mark on pop culture as wall art, athleisure, and pool floats. But nutrition-wise, are avocados really worthy of the over-the-top praise and devotion we give them? [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5D6Xr1gg7c] That’s the question registered dietitian Tracy Lockwood-Beckerman, RD, tackles in the inaugural episode of Well + Good’s new YouTube series, You Versus Food. The goal? To give a no-B.S. nutritional breakdown on the most popular food and drink trends. Because let’s face it: Between adaptogens, collagen, and whatever the latest trendy eating plan is, living your healthiest life can get pretty baffling. In the first episode, Lockwood-Beckerman hilariously breaks down the merits of our enduring avo-love. Some highlights: Avocados are apparently known as “butter fruits” in parts of India. They might be able to help with bad breath?! They apparently contain the “Beyoncé” of antioxidants (Lockwood-Beckerman’s words!) So for everyone out there who’s ever wondered if avocados are actually healthy while mashing up two of them on a piece of toast…this one’s for you. Watch the first episode above to see the verdict. If you’re seriously craving some avocado now, check out these next-level guacamole recipes and this avo-margarita. Continue Reading… Author Emily Laurence | Well and Good Selected by iversue
The top relationship fear for each Myers-Briggs personality type
November 29, 2018 at 03:00AM Wanting to fall in love with a partner who makes life more exciting is a tale as old as time. There’s nothing better than that dreamy, near euphoric early phase of a relationship, when each date brings about new fantasies about what could be. That said, this stage is also fraught with moments of unease and hesitation. Everyone has a relationship deal breaker, after all, but knowing exactly what it is can be helpful for parsing how you really feel about a new fling. It’s common to approach relationships with fears and baggage—and some of these things might just be part of your wiring. That’s where your Myers-Briggs personality type can come into play by illuminating your most pressing relationship hang-up. (Don’t know what your type is? Read this first!) Find out what the top issue is for your type so you can address it head-on before the problem gets the chance to compromise your romantic bliss. Check out your top relationship issue, according to your Myers-Briggs personality type. Graphics by Well+Good Creative ISFJ: Pursuing a relationship when your partner isn’t fully committed You’re not a casual dater, so you’re always looking for a relationship that will go the distance toward marriage. However, while you may well be strategic with your dates, you often desire full commitment before your partner does. Just remember that it’s unreasonable to expect to be perfectly synched with your companion in terms of commitment. And it’s A-okay for your timelines
What that ubiquitous term non-comedogenic *actually* means
November 29, 2018 at 02:37AM Beauty product labels are plastered with various things. Besides the trusty ingredients list, you’ll see any number of marketing terms, from classifications like “natural” and “organic” to skin-boosting perks like “hydrating” and “exfoliating.” And then there’s another term that gets thrown out a lot, which isn’t as obvious: non-comedogenic. I for one have been confused about this before—derms and facialists have continuously recommended that I look for skin-care and makeup products that are non-comedogenic, but without really explaining what comedogenic means in the first place. Turns out it comes from the dreaded word comedones. What does comedogenic mean? “Comedones is the technical term for whiteheads and blackheads,” explains Loretta Ciraldo, MD, FAAD, a Miami-based dermatologist and co-founder of Dr. Loretta Skincare. “Comedogenic means acne-causing.” A-ha—it all makes sense now. The thing is, products aren’t always so clear. “It isn’t easy to find products labeled as non-comedogenic these days,” says Dr. Ciraldo. So it’s helpful to know what to looking for. When you’re just looking at the concoction itself, you’ll see that comedogenic products tend to be richer in consistency. “Generally speaking, thicker, creamier products are those that are more likely to clog your pores,” she explains. As far as ingredients go, there’s quite a significant list of those that can lead to comedones (I’m about to get really technical here). “Isopropyl myristate, in any concentration, is one ingredient that has consistently been proven to accelerate the proliferation of comedones,” says Karen Asquith, national director of
Stop Everything You’re Doing & Admire This Perfect Tiny Home
November 29, 2018 at 01:00AM Proof that joy doesn’t have to be tied to the material. Continue Reading… Author Emma Loewe | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
Hear Us Out: Daily At-Home Workouts Can Help You Become Your Fittest Self
November 29, 2018 We found a workout that will get you in shape from the comfort of your home! Continue Reading… Author | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue