November 05, 2018 at 07:52AM Once fall hits, Sundays typically turn into an excuse for football fans to devour all things stuffed, fried, and smothered in cheese. While plate upon plate of loaded nachos and BBQ wings aren’t exactly the best choices for your well-being (unless you give them a healthier twist, that is!), there’s one body-boosting appetizer that’s sure to please everyone in attendance, health nut or not. Lauren Kirchmaier, the plant-based blogger behind Flora & Vino, recently shared a snackin’ staple that actually makes her a fan of football season: her sweet potato pesto poppers. The oil-free, gluten-free, vegan, and grain-free staple is a must-try for anyone at your gathering—plus, they’re super easy to make. “They’re a total ‘game-changer’—sorry, I had to—when it comes to feeding you and your football fans,” she writes. “You can whip up the pesto in advance, throw a pan of sweet pots in the oven just before halftime, assemble, and serve ’em warm on a giant platter.” View this post on Instagram Ok so I’m not the biggest football fan let’s be honest BUT you know what I am a big fan of?! Sports eats. Healthified. These SWEET POTATO PESTO POPPERS made an appearance this afternoon! Oil free, gluten free, vegan, grain free, and sooooooo succulently savory!!! Dan says he’s going to try to stay up for the patriots game tonight…and I’ll happily join if I can munch on these! #patriotsfanbymarriage Perfect for a game time snack or anytime snack! They’re also a fun variation for
Month: November 2018
Ariana Grande’s #girlpower anthem about her exes is so important for moving on
November 05, 2018 at 07:48AM It feels like I’ve been following Ariana Grande‘s love life closer than that of my own friends this year. When she broke things off with Mac Miller, I was sad, but understood. Then as she and Pete Davidson filled up my Instagram feed with an endless amount of BDE, adorable PDA, and matching tattoos, I couldn’t help but love everything about their unexpected relationship. But, unfortunately, not even adopting a cute little pig together could make their connection an everlasting one. After I heard about Miller’s death, I was completely taken aback just like the rest of the world, and it was painful to watch the downward spiral Grande and Davidson entered afterward, calling off their engagement and quickly covering up those tattoos. But amidst all the drama that came in the aftermath of the breakup, the singer did what she does best. She released a total #girlpower anthem filled with the powerful words she needed to say—and the rest of the world needed to hear. Anyone with a list of exes probably wants to forget they ever existed, but Grande used “Thank U, Next” as an opportunity to thank them for what they’ve taught her over the years—and reassure her fans she’s moving on in the best way. In the lyrics, she mentions her most talked-about relationships—Big Sean, Ricky Alvarez, Pete Davidson, and Mac Miller—who each gave her valuable life lessons of love, patience, and pain. And while times have undoubtedly been tough, with lyrics
How to talk with your S.O. about exchanging gifts—without making things super awkward
November 05, 2018 at 07:35AM Ah, the most wonderful time of the year, when that Mariah Carey tune plays on repeat, everything smells warm and nostalgic, and—oh yeah—you’re tasked with the couldn’t-be-more-stresssful job of finding the perfect gift for your significant other. Unfortunately, this annual gift exchange exercise doesn’t get easier with time; being thoughtful, and creative, and knowing just what to get is complicated hard work whether you’ve been in a relationship for 10 days or 10 years. And when gifts don’t match up in terms of price, size, scope, and any other quantifiable measurement, things can get uncomfortable—fast. They say no good deed goes unpunished, and if you receive, say, a fancy piece of jewelry after giving a personalized, sentimental book of special coupons…geez, does that maxim ring true. If this happens, you’ll both expend copious energy trying to pass off an awkward grimace as an authentic smile while gazing at your present. Meanwhile, you’re both likely just wondering how this wild gifting miscommunication even transpired. The resulting stress might even be enough for your partner to cash in that back massage coupon on the spot. To make sure your well-intentioned gift-giving ceremony ends happily for all parties involved this year, I called in an expert: Below, Fati Marie, a life coach, shares tips for making sure you and your S.O. are on the same page about prezzies this season—so you can enjoy each other and your new goodies. 3 tips for broaching gift-giving expectations with your S.O.
Transgender clothing closets are a major win for self-expression—and mental health
November 05, 2018 at 06:32AM Clothing is a form of communication—it lets us share who we are without having to say a word. A black turtleneck bodysuit exudes a classic, fuss-free vibe, a vintage band tee flaunts an obsession with the ’70s punk scene, while sharply pointed heels that authoritatively click-clack between cubicles say “I’ve got this—and I’m ready for that promotion whenever you are.” And while many people take for granted that they can walk into a store and leave with a garment that reflects how they feel on the inside, it’s not so easy for those who identify as transgender or non-binary. Cost and sizing of clothes can be a barrier, as well as stares from other shoppers (or worse), and many dressing rooms are still labeled as strictly male or female, making it awkward to try on new things. With this in mind, a growing number of LGBTQ+ resource centers and universities are opening free clothing closets for trans and gender non-conforming people, giving them a place to explore and express their identities through fashion. Such programs are cropping up in all corners of the US, from Georgia (Kennesaw State University) and West Virginia (Marshall University) to Missouri (The Center Project), Pennsylvania (Penn State University), New Mexico (The Transgender Resource Center of New Mexico) and California (UC Santa Cruz), to name just a few. According to Aydin Olson-Kennedy, LCSW, clothing closets like these are super important for the wellness of the LGBTQ+ community. And these safe spaces are particularly important now,
Pigeon pose isn’t the only move that will loosen your hips
November 05, 2018 at 05:55AM Comprised of an array of muscles (shoutout powerful glutes and mighty adductors), the hips reign over most of our movement patterns. And yet, Americans sit an average of 13 hours a day (#desklife), which forces the hip flexors into a “shortened” position and ultimately leads to tight adductors, abductors, and hamstrings. Research also suggests that when the hip muscles tighten, a chain reaction occurs and the surrounding muscles are affected— especially the glutes. To counteract the sit-all-day lifestyle, it’s smart to dedicate a decent amount of time to stretching before a sweat-sesh and TBH, whenever else there’s time—like after the shower or when the vegan pumpkin mac & cheese is in the oven. While pigeon pose may be the go-to hip-opener—it isn’t the *only* move that will loosen your hips. In fact, dance sculpt instructor, Megan Roup, who happens to be leading our next Well+Good Retreat in Miami this December, actually prefers an active hip-opening stretch which is humorously known as the “fire hydrant” (because it looks like a pup taking a pee on a fire hydrant). To try it, start in tabletop position with your hands and knees on the floor, shoulders stacked over your wrists and hips stacked over hips. Keeping your spine neutral and core engaged, lift your right leg to the right as high as you can, then lower it back down with control. The goal is to get your leg to hip height, but no matter how high you can reach your leg, it’s still a good stretch.
Do hangovers actually get worse as you age—or is it just you?
November 05, 2018 at 05:07AM If you’re anything like me, you used to be able to bounce back from a hangover with startling ease. When I was in college, I once even sluggishly completed a 10K in the rain following a full evening of beer pong. I was running (well, literally just walking) on just two hours of sleep and a coffee. Now if I have more than two glasses of wine one night, I’m almost guaranteed to be laid out in bed for at least half of the next day. So do hangovers get worse with age? A quick Google search yields tons of evidence it’s not just me pining for the answer to this question. But if you’re looking for medical confirmation that your two-day hangover is age-related, you’re likely going to come up short. “The research seems lacking in this area,” says Monya De, MD, an internist in Los Angeles. “But age can affect the performance of the liver in making some drug-related metabolizing enzymes, which could explain the effect.” The longer those enzymes take to break down the alcohol, the longer the booze stays in your body. More alcohol, then, is absorbed into your body, which results in higher levels of intoxication and—you guessed it—worse hangovers. While the idea that your liver gets more sluggish as you age seems to have legs, there isn’t evidence that points to exactly when the process starts. “The liver is self-cleaning to a certain extent, but if you overwork it, it
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Magnolia Bark: Your Go-To Herb For Sleep & Anxiety
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Weekly Horoscope: Some Crazy Astrological Happenings Fall On Tuesday’s Election Day
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