May 06, 2019 at 12:28AM Because you deserve it. Continue Reading… Author Liz Moody | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
Month: May 2019
My Journey Into Motherhood Was Filled With Grief — Here’s How I Found Joy
May 06, 2019 at 12:15AM “Love always walks hand in hand with impermanence. All human stories of love are the stories of loss, eventually.” Continue Reading… Author Anne Cushman | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
Mercury Is About To Give Us All A Pair Of Rose-Colored Glasses
May 06, 2019 at 12:10AM “Loosen up timelines so you have a chance to fully ponder every decision.” Continue Reading… Author The AstroTwins | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
Torn on where to go for vacay? Try this unexpected hotspot that has a little bit of everything
May 05, 2019 at 06:30PM by CWC Everyone’s definition of vacay mode is different, from the poolside sunbather (with cute floppy hat and piña colada in tow, of course) to the can’t-sit-still-for-five-minutes adventure lover. Having those contrasting personalities on the same trip can cause headaches for your itinerary—unless you pick a destination that has something for everyone, like Panama City Beach. The beachfront town on Florida’s gulf coast beckons year-round with an abundance of activities for every travel personality (plus white sandy beaches and turquoise waters, and who doesn’t love those?). Here, we break down some of the highlights of Panama City Beach activities for each type of traveler to help you make your spring and summer vacation plans, no matter who your travel companions are. Scroll down for Panama City Beach activities and itinerary ideas for 6 different types of travelers. 1. Fun-loving families Panama City Beach, PCB to the locals, is the textbook definition of every kid’s dream. At Lagoon Pontoons (visualize giant pontoon boats with slides that send you directly into the water), your fam can swim with real-life dolphins, rent jet-skis for more water exploration, and embark on snorkeling tours. Park day more your thing? No problem. Visit Shipwreck Island Waterpark for one of the biggest wave pools you’ve ever seen. Seriously, it’s giant. And if you’d rather have a break from the sun and surf, try Cobra Adventure Park. It’s chock-full of fun with roller coasters, go-karts, and more arcade games than the kiddos will
This Is How Climate Change Is Affecting (And Spoiling) Bananas
May 05, 2019 at 02:00PM Another sign that climate change is out of control. Continue Reading… Author Ray Bass | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
Why it’s not too late to set new moon intentions—and why you definitely should
May 05, 2019 at 02:01PM by CWC Busy weekend? Too busy to (gasp) give proper respect to lunar happenings? No worries, it’s not too late, says astrologer Jennifer Racioppi—and you won’t want to miss the extra manifesting mojo in the air right now. Plus: It’s all about the love (and money!) for those who can tune in to the auspicious Venus-Jupiter energy this week. Here’s how. The week ahead boasts promising and exciting potential—just what’s needed as you unfurl into the next evolution of your becoming. On Monday, May 6, Mercury (the planet of communication) exits feisty Aries and enters into Taurus. Mercury in Taurus brings grounded vibes, supporting you to nurture further, nourishing and cultivating the seeds of intention planted with the May 4 new moon. Still haven’t set new moon intentions? Please do. The recent new moon in Taurus provided the perfect circumstance to cultivate a create fresh abundance in your life. Mercury travels in Taurus until May 21, when it’ll enter Gemini. Still haven’t set new moon intentions? Please do. The recent new moon in Taurus provided the perfect circumstance to cultivate a create fresh abundance in your life. Speaking of cultivating abundance later this week, Jupiter (the planet of good luck) and Venus, who rules love, create an auspicious angle known as a trine on Thursday, May 9. This connection brings with it the ability to appreciate beauty and call more of it into your life. It’s fantastic for love and money alike. However, while it’s
This 20-week training plan can get any runner through their first marathon
May 05, 2019 at 12:00PM by CWC So. You want to run a marathon. First of all, congratulations! Second of all, it’s time to get to work. The thought of pounding the pavement for 26 (.2) straight miles can feel nothing short of overwhelming, but with a proper routine in place, there’s no doubt that you can do it. If this is your first rodeo, a 20-week marathon training plan is a great way to make it happen. “The best candidates for a 20-week plan are folks who are training for their very first marathon, those who want a more gradual mileage buildup, those who are returning to the marathon distance after some time off, and those who can use help establishing some structure into their running lives,” says New York Road Runners (NYRR) coach Melanie Kahn. “The biggest benefit of a 20-week plan is more time to get a really solid foundation under you. Think of building a house for a second: the stronger the foundation, the stronger the overall structure of the building. The same thing applies in running.” Here, she shares everything you need to know so you can hit the ground running for the next 20 weeks. Literally. Plan your training Once your timeline is in place, it’s all about picking the proper plan—and there are a lot of options out there. The NYRR virtual training plan, for example, starts you out with four weeks of “base-building miles” in order to help you establish a solid aerobic base and
The 12 Most Healing Ingredients You Should Always Have On Hand
May 05, 2019 at 10:21AM These will boost flavor & your health! Continue Reading… Author Tanita de Ruijt | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
OK, TMI: Why do I see blood clots when I have my period?
May 05, 2019 at 10:00AM by CWC Purely speculating here, but there are probably few things more annoying than being surprised by your period while wearing white pants—except, of course, being surprised by blood clots during your period…while also wearing white pants. There’s no pleasant way to describe these period blood clots, so I’m just going to be blunt: They’re those jelly-like, red or black clumps in your period blood that are usually most noticeable during the first few days of your cycle. But why do we get blood clots during our periods and should we be worried about them? Although they can be a little disarming when they first appear, period blood clots are pretty normal. “[Menstrual] blood clots are just a mix of various kinds of tissue products,” explains Adeeti Gupta, MD, founder of Walk In GYN Care in New York City. “They contain coagulated blood, some other dead cells, fibroid tissue, and the lining of the uterus.” When a person bleeds from any part of their body, proteins and platelets in their blood combine to form clots to help slow or stop the bleeding. The same compounds are present in your menstrual blood, although your body usually produces natural enzymes that keep that blood in a liquid state. But when your flow is particularly heavy, those enzymes may not be able to keep up and clots can form. In most cases, blood clots during your period are NBD—for instance, if they’re small and consistent from month to month.
Is it safe to ingest essential oils? An aromatherapist and an MD weigh in
May 05, 2019 at 08:00AM by CWC If diffusing basil is your new way to focus better at work, or you swear by a dab of clove on an achy tooth, you’ve been bit by the essential oils bug. Pop those bad boys in your bath, lotion, laundry, brownies—wait a minute. Did that last one cause a record-scratch sound effect in your brain, like it did for me? Sniffing and slathering are practically routine—but can you really ingest essential oils? The answer, essentially, is: Yes but, maybe you shouldn’t. Safely ingesting certain essential oils is wrought with caveats and debate, and it’s not recommended without guidance from a trained herbalist. “The whole purpose of distilling the aromatic components [from plants] was because we wanted to capture their smell,” says Amy Galper, aromatherapist and co-founder of the New York Institute of Aromatic Studies. “We understood the power of aroma [to affect] our mind, our spiritual life, and our physical health.” Ingesting, therefore, is outside of boundaries of essential oils’ intended use—enough reason to proceed with caution. So before you get drop happy, here’s what you need to know about ingesting essential oils. Essential oils are incredibly potent when ingested… If essential oils are made for their scent, why would anyone want to ingest them? Galper says people do it for “a more concentrated delivery” through digestion. This is precisely why Yufang Lin, MD, an integrative medicine specialist at Cleveland Clinic, warns against swallowing essential oils. “I do love aromatherapy,” Dr. Lin