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Day: January 21, 2019

2019 Health Fashion

15 statement sneakers that’ll level up any outfit

3 min read

January 21, 2019 at 12:34PM by CWC From futuristic shapes to overbuilt soles, bold sneakers are at the crux of nearly every wardrobe these days. They serve as a fresh finishing point to a multitude of outfits (and not just those rooted in Spandex). Even the most feminine-leaning tastes are subbing heels, flats, and mules for sporty styles, further solidifying the footwear category as number one. Right now, a new wave of statement sneakers is staking its claim with fluorescent laces, bright, rainbow color blocking, and holographic accents—see the runways of Escada, Off-White, Versace, Christopher Kane, and MSGM for proof. More than an evolution of chunky dad sneakers, these electric styles are a part of another spring drift: neon colors, without diving headfirst into DayGlo shades top to toe. To stylist Courtney Madison (who’s worked with major celebs like Beyoncé, Rihanna, Mindy Kaling, and Katy Perry), these new statement sneakers are a must-try for 2019. “The Escada high tops are that perfect pop of color without the heaviness of some recent sneaker trends,” she says. When styling these types of kicks, Madison is for playing up the boldness. “I think the best way to wear this look is with something a bit oversized and dramatic,” the stylist says, recommending bold and bright sneakers with an oversized sweater or blouse worn as a dress on top or with refined pieces like a blazer dress. “There’s no reason why you can’t wear sneakers to work if the rest of your look is pulled

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2019 Health Relaxation

Going through my breakup made me smell bad—and it was the pits

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January 21, 2019 at 09:30AM by CWC Worse than overripe, unsalvageable avocados and sleeping through that early-morning Soulcycle class you’re paying for no matter what, breakups have got to be near the top of the list of Things That Suck. In addition to the emotional quantum physics required to figure out all the “whys” (like, “why did he sleep with my my bestie?” or “why did I stay with someone so negative for so long?), there’s the real physical pain of heartbreak to contend with as well. So when I split with my ex, I braced myself for the worst—or at least what I thought was the worst: My new…uh…scent was one lonely-hearts-club side effect I simply didn’t see (or rather smell) coming. I had an intense case of breakup BO—as in, hot-garbage-can, roasted-carrots-rotting-under-the-stove, just-stopped-showering odor.  As it turns out, breakup stank is a totally real thing, courtesy of breakup sweat, which is—yep—another totally real thing. “When you’re going through a breakup, it’s natural for a stress reaction to be triggered in the body, which can cause all sorts of physical manifestations, like stress sweating,” says One Medical Provider, Natasha Bhuyan, MD, who confirms breakup sweat is activated by the same process as stress sweat—just with a different cause. (Cue: side-eye @ my ex.) Breakup sweat is activated by the same process as stress sweat—just with a different cause (cue: side-eye @ my ex). And it makes sense, right? Breakups are stressful. But why the smell? Stress and breakup sweat are, quite simply, entirely

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2019 Health Diet Keto Vegetarians

8 Mediterranean diet benefits that explain why experts love it so much

6 min read

January 21, 2019 at 08:20AM by CWC The ketogenic diet may have been the buzziest eating plan in 2018, but is it the healthiest overall? According to U.S. News and World Report, the tried-and-true Mediterranean diet rises to take the top honor. A panel of health experts examined and ranked 41 popular eating plans, concluding that the Mediterranean diet is the most universally beneficial for long-term health. Further down the list, U.S. News named the DASH diet as the second healthiest, with WW (formerly known as Weight Watchers) as fourth, vegetarian as 11th, vegan as 20th, Paleo as 33rd, and Whole30 and keto tied for 38th. What makes the Mediterranean diet so beloved by MDs and nutrition experts? Registered dietitian Lauren Slayton, RD, points to the fact that it emphasizes the consumption of foods high in omega-3s and healthy fats, like fish, olive oil, nuts, grains, legumes, fruits, and veggies. “[Olive oil] has tremendous cardiovascular benefits,” she says. Meanwhile, you’re eating a lot less red meat—although it’s still permitted on occasion. It’s generally pretty easy for people to follow, Slayton says (and allows for small amounts of red wine). The eating plan also takes into account more than just food, adds Marisa Moore, RDN. “If you look at the Mediterranean diet pyramid, what’s at the base is actually physical activity and social relationships,” she says. So movement and friendship definitely play a part, too. To quote Gilmore Girls, it’s a lifestyle. What’s not to like here? Wondering what exactly it looks like to

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2019 Health

4 tips to optimize your bedroom feng shui—and find love in the process

5 min read

January 21, 2019 at 05:30AM by CWC As someone who sages every new apartment she moves into and considers an amplifying and clarifying clear quartz crystal the best housewarming gift ever, I’ve always been interested in the the way that energy can impact life. It’s why I’m drawn to the premise of feng shui, which points to the idea that by changing the energy of a space, I could change my own energy—and perhaps even the rest of my life. Enter: energetic expert Heather Askinoise’s idea of love feng shui—or, more fittingly, feng shui love killers. The Energy Muse co-founder and Crystal Muse author has a pretty clear outline of ways many of us unwittingly forfeit love energy, and a whole bunch of them are centered on the setup of the bedroom. Everything from where you place your bed to what you hang on your walls is up for feng shui debate, Askinosie contends. So early last year, I started implementing some of her tips for how to cultivate solid love feng shui. Spoiler: I haven’t hooked the love of my life quite yet, but I do feel like my bedroom is a more harmonious space. And while I’m not in a relationship, I have become a more discerning about the men who get to see my Zen bedroom sanctuary—and that feels like energetic progress to me. Ahead, find a handful of Askinosie’s feng shui love killers and how to fix them. The solutions may not instantly deliver It’s Raining Men or Sexual Healing

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