May 11, 2019 at 10:00AM by CWC We’d be lying if we claimed that we followed our dermatologists’ instructions to a T. We’ll pick up the wrong product and have a reaction. We’ll look in the magnifying mirror as breakouts take shape. Life happens, and occasionally, so does falling asleep with a full-face of makeup. Though we try to repent for our skin sins and fix the damage where we can, when the going is especially tough, the tough put aside their pride and go to the dermatologist or esthetician for a solution. It’s easy to take solace in the fact that your skin issue has likely been seen before—dermatologists, after all, are total superheroes. Still, as we flip through decades-old Highlights: For Kids awaiting our turn with the doc, we tend to wonder just how common our complexion mistake happens to be, which is why we inquired about it. Here, some of the most common mistakes dermatologists (and an esthetician!) have to fix in their offices, and how to prevent them from happening in the first place. 1. Not investing in the right products Sure, beauty hauls are all good—we embark on our own often enough—but when your skin throwing a very particular kind of tantrum, it’s a better idea to hit up your dermatologist to get a medical-grade plan in place rather than taking wild guesses at the new arrivals gondola. “I think one mistake that people make is that they’ll go to a store and spend so
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7 Whole30-approved meals you can make in your Instant Pot right now
May 11, 2019 at 08:00AM by CWC The payoffs for the Whole30 may be great—better digestion! knowing exactly what your body can and can’t tolerate!—but man it comes at a price. Cutting out refined sugar, processed foods, grains, legumes, and dairy is tough. Even though there’s still plenty left to eat (primarily vegetables and fruits, and organic meat, eggs, fish, and nuts), if you aren’t used to the eating plan, it’s easy to fall into the trap of rotating through the same two or three meals. (Egg burnout, anyone?) What if someone gifted you a list of recipe ideas you hadn’t thought of, and they were all meals you could make in your Instant Pot? Consider this a gift from the healthy food gods. Rounded up here are seven meals—all Whole30-approved—that will hit the spot every time. Keep reading for the best Whole30 Instant Pot recipes that will massively free up your weeknights. Photo: I Heart Umami 1. Butter chicken Sticking to the Whole30 food list absolutely does not mean giving up meals full of flavor. This recipe calls for turmeric, coriander, smoked paprika, and masala powder. The ghee-ed up chicken will soak up the spices in the Instant Pot, ensuring every bite is delicious. Photo: 40 Aprons 2. Chicken tortilla-less soup Another way to upgrade your chicken using your Instant Pot is with a Mexican-inspired soup. (This recipe has a couple versions for other eating plans, so just be sure to nix the coconut cream to stay compliant.) Like
5 tips for quieting your mind when your thoughts won’t shut the heck up
May 11, 2019 at 06:00AM by CWC With everything you have going on, it’s understandable that you have a busy mind. After all, you’re regularly juggling work issues, family schedules, and general life. And mentally shutting off all that can be hard, even if it’s all you really want to do. Still, having a constantly buzzing busy mind can lead to what’s known as “anticipatory anxiety,” which means having anxious feelings about things that can happen in the future, says psychologist Erika Martinez, PsyD. “Quieting the mind can help reduce that anticipatory anxiety that can wreak havoc on your emotional and physical health,” she says. Furthermore, a busy mind that never quits can also stress you out—and stress can take a serious toll on your body, says psychologist Alisa Ruby Bash, PsyD, “Quieting your mind is so important because all of your health—physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual—needs a relaxed, calm starting place to function optimally,” she says. “Quieting the mind can help reduce that anticipatory anxiety that can wreak havoc on your emotional and physical health.” —psychologist Erika Martinez, PsyD That’s why mental-health experts often recommend practicing mindfulness, a form of meditation that focuses on shutting out white noise of life, bringing your attention to the present, and quieting your mind. “Our brains are thought-producing machines,” says psychologist Stephen Graef, PhD. “To slow that down, you have to create an experience where you give yourself the opportunity—and mindfulness meditation offers that.” Of course, it’s one thing to say you want
I survived the near-impossible “Spiderman Pushup.” Here’s how to try it for yourself
May 11, 2019 at 06:00AM by CWC My boxing class was just starting to begin. It was a Sunday morning and I had been out late the night before, so I expected it to be rough—but I had no idea what I was in for. First up: The instructor, Edward Rush, co-founder of Superior Fitness Lab, told half of the class to knock out 50 air squats, while the other half had to crawl across the floor (three times!) doing what he called Spiderman push-ups. When I saw Rush demonstrate this breed of push-up, I shook my head in disbelief, thinking, “Yea right… fat chance.” I opted to start with the squats, where I got a nice view of the rest of the group gliding across the room doing the most insane-looking push-up/crawl hybrid I’ve ever seen. To describe the move for you, it requires starting in the push-up position, and bending one knee in towards its corresponding elbow as you push down into the push-up. In this case, you had to do it while moving forward, which added a whole other level of complication to the move. They made it look easy. But once it was my turn, I got down onto the floor and immediately began to suffer. The Spiderman push-up is no joke. Here’s the deal, though: “Spiderman push-ups require the person performing the exercise to engage the muscles of the core to a greater degree than a regular push-up, because one foot is off the ground while
8 slow fashion brands that are anything but basic
May 11, 2019 at 04:00AM by CWC The fashion industry’s carbon footprint is no joke: Its “long supply chains and energy intensive production” contribute to 10 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions and consumes more energy than the shipping and airline industries combined, according to the United Nations. But, thankfully for Mother Nature and eco-conscious fashion enthusiasts, more and more slow, sustainable (and uber stylish!) fashion brands are popping up, proving that you don’t have to sacrifice style for the sake of the planet. Slow fashion is all about quality over quantity. The most sustainable way to shop is to build your wardrobe with timeless staples you’ll wear season after season, rather than loading your cart with trendy pieces that are out of style (or disintegrate) before you wear them twice. Take things a step further by choosing brands that are making a conscious effort to reduce their footprints. Whether you’re just getting into the slow fashion game or you’ve been wearing vegan leather for, like, forever, check out these 8 slow fashion brands that are helping preserve the planet—and look good doing it. Reformation The Los Angeles-based brand is known for its effortless, feminine pieces, which is why it’s become a go-to for cool girls around the globe. But the label’s Instagram-worthy dresses aren’t its only draw. Reformation makes sustainability cool by constructing its clothes out of renewable plant-based fibers, repurposing vintage clothes, investing in programs that replace the resources they use, and maintaining green business certified retail stores
Volunteer opportunities you might not have thought of, based on your interests
May 11, 2019 at 03:00AM by CWC We’re all here to care for and about other people. It’s a simple fact of life. That’s why finding causes that make us feel connected to the world around us feels so satisfying. And when our personal interests collide with volunteer opportunities that give back to the community, everybody wins. Both socioeconomic status and homogeneity of the population dictate the rate at which people volunteer in a given area, writes Art Markman, PhD, in Psychology Today. In states like New York, Nevada, and Florida only about 22 percent of people volunteer. Meanwhile, residents of Utah, Minnesota, and Iowa volunteer at a rate of about 40 percent. The case for volunteering your time and energy stronger when you find out the health benefits. According to Ichiro Kawachi, PhD, a professor of social epidemiology at Harvard’s School of Public Health, volunteering is good for the health of both the person who receives the support as well as the volunteer. “Community social connections are as important for resilience to disaster as physical material like disaster kits or medical supplies,” he says. I scoured the pages of Volunteer Match, an online service dedicate to helping people find an opportunity to help people and creatures throughout the country. I found no shortage of volunteer opportunities to suit various personality types and particular interests. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, always willing to lend a paw, or just love to have heart-to-heart convos with the people that live in your
What Exactly Is Alkaline Water (And Does It Actually Do Anything)?
May 11, 2019 at 02:39AM The lowdown on this mysterious “miracle” substance. Continue Reading… Author Ray Bass | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
18 Creative Ways To Get Your Family To Eat More Veggies
May 11, 2019 at 02:33AM They’re fun and effective! Continue Reading… Author Caroline Muggia | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
Get into the swing of things with 6 arm-sculpting kettlebell workouts
May 11, 2019 at 02:00AM by CWC It only takes a few rounds of swings and squats with the heavy piece of iron in hand to feel accomplished enough to call it a day. But while kettlebells are commonly utilized in workouts targeting the lower body, you can use them to rotate through a series of kettlebell arm workouts to yield impressive results. Once you’ve chosen the right weight for your fitness level (pick a lighter weight for single-arm exercises), you’re ready for tricep extensions, overhead presses, and more. Ready to get sweaty? These are the best kettlebell arm workouts 1. Overhead press [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tr31MZxZ5o0] 1. Keeping a neutral wrist, press the kettlebell up, rotating your palm out and keeping your upper arm by your ear. 2. Pull the kettebell down back into position, keeping tension the entire time. 2. Kettlebell rows [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2OdaGOmHlM] 1. Hinge forward from the hips and lower your chest, stopping before your lower back starts to round. 2. Slowly pull the kettlebell up toward your body into a row, then lower it back down. 3. Bottoms up kettlebell press [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jUajqNP1A4M] 1. Squeezing your butt, raise the kettlebell up toward the ceiling into a press, watching it the entire time. 2. Bring it down using your lats, using your free hand to protect your head and stabilize the kettlebell as needed. 4. Kettlebell plank rows [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4nO2Ibojc38] 1. Get into a plank position, balancing with a kettlebell in each hand. 2. Perform a slow and
Feel Like Your Life Is Constantly Falling Apart? Read This
May 11, 2019 at 02:02AM In psychology, we call this “catastrophizing.” Here’s how to stop. Continue Reading… Author Perpetua Neo, DClinPsy | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC