January 14, 2019 at 12:00PM Any physical activity lowers health risk of sitting all day, new study finds. Continue Reading… Author Elizabeth Gerson | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
Year: 2019
5 recipes that prove the record-breaking egg is all it’s cracked up to be
January 14, 2019 at 11:42AM by CWC With a quick scroll through Instagram, you’ll find no shortage of perfectly-spread avocado toasts, plentiful puppies being generally adorable, and more than a few pastel-hued smoothie bowls. But at 33 million likes and counting, the new most-liked photo of all time will be tough to beat. Hard though it may be to believe that something so ordinary could garner more attention than any other image on the platform, it was all part of a plan hatched by @world_record_egg. As Instagram users scrambled to crack a world record, it only took a matter of days to poach the top spot from Kylie Jenner’s photo announcing the birth of her daughter, which fell to a distant second with a measly 18 million likes. View this post on Instagram Let’s set a world record together and get the most liked post on Instagram. Beating the current world record held by Kylie Jenner (18 million)! We got this #LikeTheEgg #EggSoldiers #EggGang A post shared by EGG GANG (@world_record_egg) on Jan 4, 2019 at 9:05am PST //www.instagram.com/embed.js Eggs are incredible, versatile, and delicious, and therefore should be celebrated. We’ve gathered some of our favorite easy egg recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner—the kind of meals you’ll want to photograph and post to Instagram for all the likes. 5 recipes to celebrate the Insta-famous egg Photo: Primavera Kitchen 1. Veggie breakfast casserole This casserole—which is loaded with eggs, broccoli, mushrooms, and spinach—can be made ahead of time for easy weekday breakfasts. Photo:
Real talk: Makeup artists say this is how to know which primer you need
January 14, 2019 at 10:48AM by CWC I wear makeup every. single. day. I’m really into playing with different eyeshadows and mascaras and highlighters and approach makeup as if my skin is my own artiste palette. And yet: I’ve gotta admit that I’ve never once even touched a makeup primer. To me, the world of primers is like the wild, wild west. I’ve always thought that wearing an added layer on top of your skin and underneath your foundation—one that you can’t even see—is like wearing clear nail polish. What’s even the point? So, I sought out advice from makeup pros and it turns out that, while totally optional, makeup primers can work some re-texturizing, skin-blurring magic. “There are some instances in which primers can be helpful,” says Jenny Patinkin, makeup artist, beauty expert, and author of Lazy Perfection. Looking to upgrade your makeup regimen? Keep scrolling for the perks of primers, when to use them, and what ingredients to look for, along with expert-approved options to add to cart. The benefits of wearing a primer If you have oily skin, listen up. “A silicone primer attracts and soaks up oil like a sponge,” says Patinkin. “It creates a barrier between your skin and your makeup, so the oils can’t surface, shine is reduced, and wear time is improved.” Besides soaking up shine, primers can make your skin look more radiant than it may actually be. “An illuminating primer can make a nice difference in the appearance of dull or sallow skin,”
Yes, bread can be healthy if you do it right
January 14, 2019 at 09:35AM by CWC Ah, bread: Can’t live with it, can’t live without it. In a world where low-carb diets like keto are commanding more of the spotlight, our relationship with starchy goodness has become pretty complicated. But according to one dietician, it doesn’t have to be. “Every bread has value,” says Jessica Perez, RD. “Bread has become the enemy, whereas 10 years ago, fat was.” So…is bread healthy? Yes, says Perez—but in moderation. As long as you don’t suffer from Celiac disease or a gluten intolerance, she says there’s plenty of room in anyone’s diet for a slice or two. Great news for all of us who are on Oprah-levels of loving bread. Of course, there are certain breads that offer more nutrition per slice than others (major side-eye at you, white bread). When it comes to shopping for a healthy bread, Perez says there are a few varieties in particular that should be on your radar—and in your cart: 1. Whole grain bread Perez says to always opt for whole grain bread. That’s because whole grain bread contains all three parts of the grain intact: the inner endosperm, which contains carbohydrates and a small amount of nutrients, the outer germ, which contains healthy fats, and the outer bran, which is loaded with fiber, antioxidants and B vitamins. White and wheat breads, meanwhile, use flours that have only the inner endosperm of the grain—which cuts down on the amount of nutrients you get from your loaf. Preserving all
11 reusable bags you won’t be embarrassed to tote around
January 14, 2019 at 09:23AM by CWC Whether it’s for stashing your sweaty gym clothes, carrying groceries, or schlepping home the countless items that seem to accumulate on your desk every week, having a trusty, cute reusable bag is basically a requirement for healthy adulting. And if that bag happens to be eco-friendly? Well, that’s even better. “In essence, choosing any reusable bag over a plastic or paper one is a win,” explains Megan Heacock, a marketing associate at Feed Projects, which donates half the proceeds from its reusable bag sales to supply meals for children. “But, in order to maximize your impact, invest in a durable one made of high-quality materials that ensure you can tote home heavy goods without worrying too much about wear and tear on your bag.” The most sustainable options are ones made from 100-percent cotton, natural fibers, or straw. Other than that, “the ideal bag is one which can be reused day after day for years to come, while still looking good, to ensure you’ll use (and reuse) it a lot more often,” says Shea Parton, CEO and brand director of Apolis. Enough said. Scroll down for 13 reusable bags that will turn your errands into your favorite part of the day. Photo: Apolis Apolis x Clare V. Market Bag, $68 This bag is made of jute fiber, “an oxygen-producing crop which is sustainably harvested by farmers in Bangladesh,” explains Apolis CEO Shea Parton. Not only is this fiber durable and environmentally friendly, but it’s also 100-percent waterproof, can
You might be trashing the food scraps you should learn to treasure
January 14, 2019 at 09:20AM by CWC Photo: Workman Publishing Here’s a sobering fact: an estimated 30 to 40 percent of food in the U.S. goes to waste, according to the United States Department of Agriculture, even as sustainable efforts to reduce food waste become a priority nationwide. Supporting brands that utilize “ugly produce” and shopping at local farmers’ markets cuts down on food waste throughout the supply chain, but eliminating it altogether starts in the kitchen at home. Overwhelmed at where to start? Lindsay-Jean Hard is here to help. The former Food52 editor’s recently released cookbook, Cooking with Scraps, is full of innovative ways to turn every piece of that orange, carrot, avocado—you name it—into something beautiful and delicious. “There are of course exceptions—like rhubarb leaves—but for the most part, we could be eating most of the produce we buy from root to leaf,” Hard says. “From banana peels to spent coffee grounds, apple cores to leek tops, and pumpkin innards to watermelon rind, there are so many so-called scraps that are delicious, and just as versatile as any other ingredient.” 3 easy ways to start cooking with food scraps 1. Use citrus peels to sweeten your meals. “Citrus peels are great candied,” Hard says. “And for the times you don’t feel like doing that, just take a moment to zest citrus fruits before using the flesh or juice.” Citrus peels brighten everything from salads to meat dishes to baked goods. And if you can’t think of anything to do with
Want healthier hair? Think about your scalp as part of your skin-care routine
January 14, 2019 at 08:17AM by CWC Despite the fact that I adopt a more-is-more philosophy when it comes to my complexion (seriously, you should see my bathroom shelves, which are overflowing with serums, creams, and body products galore), when it comes to my hair I’m a decidedly wash-and-go kind of gal. All I do is cleanse and air dry. Boom, done. And while many people have more complicated hair regimens than my own (it wouldn’t be hard), I’ve been considering lately that hair deserves as much adoration as skin. The reality: The scalp is a continuation of the complexion, and it’s the foundation of hair. So, why does hair care rarely get the skin-care finesse? That’s precisely what the brand-new brand Act+Acre has set out to remedy. “Hair should be included in the wellness category,” says Helen Reavey, co-founder of the brand and former hair stylist. “If you’re having a bad hair day, that’s because of your scalp—it can so easily get weighed down with silicones and dry shampoo.” Essentially, the hair-care brand—which uses a unique cold-pressed formula to preserve the integrity of its clean ingredients—is pivoting the anti-aging focus to your scalp. Delivering a single, on-point message: Don’t ignore the health of your scalp. Here’s how to create a regimen that you can stick with for happier hair that gets all the love. Photo: Getty Images/Gilaxiais The scalp-friendly hair-care regimen Watch the clock: It’s actually really important to not have a product sit in your hair for too
This Hormone Could Shut Down Your Metabolism When Your Body is Highly Active
January 14, 2019 at 06:24AM Does This Hormone Block Fat-Burning? New Study May Have Found the Answer Continue Reading… Author Elizabeth Gerson | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
9 tips for working out with you S.O. that’ll save you from becoming competitive monsters
January 14, 2019 at 05:30AM by CWC Prioritizing your workouts can do your love life a solid in so many ways. You can meet potential flings at the gym, rev up your libido, up the flexibility required for more (ahem) elaborate positions, and straight-up just have better sex. It’d be logical, then, to assume that getting your sweat on with your sweetie is a real relationship #win. But does a couple that works out together really stay together? It depends. While research suggests that having a workout buddy is the key to sticking with your fitness goals and that exercising is good for your sex life in major ways, sexologist Jessica O’Reilly, PhD and host of the podcast Sex with Dr. Jess, says that if you become too competitive with your significant other, the result can ruin even the strongest of bonds. But even if you have a competitive personality (looking at you, Pittas), that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t work out with partner. It just means you may need to implement a few rules and strategies to keep everything copacetic. Check out expert-approved tips below. 9 tips to keep workout competition with your S.O. totally healthy. Photo:Stocksy/Mosuno 1. Be open to trying each other’s workouts Even if CrossFit is your partner’s fave mode of exercise, while “Zen yogi” is more your speed, try each other’s fave modality on for size. Who knows? maybe you’ll end up becoming one of those CrossFit couples, or maybe they’ll find some newfound intimacy with partner-yoga poses. Also, try to enter the
Am I Doing This Right? How To Make Sure Probiotic Supplements Get To Your Gut
January 13, 2019 at 11:00PM Read on to find out what happens to a probiotic after you ingest it. Continue Reading… Author | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue By now, you might be aware that the human microbiome—which is totally unique from person to person—is the collection of living organisms in the body, including trillions of beneficial bacteria that help you digest food, support your immune system, regulate your mood, and more. You might also know that maintaining a balanced microbiome—crowding out the bad bacteria with the good—is ideal and that supplementing with probiotics is one way to help that process along. But do you know what actually happens to a probiotic after you ingest it? That’s an equally important piece since it could mean the difference between an effective probiotic and, potentially, a useless one. Getting to the gut. The thing to keep in mind is that probiotics are live organisms, and they’re pretty fragile. In capsule form, probiotics need to survive not just the manufacturing process but also the transit through our digestive tract to establish a presence in the lower gut—the small intestine or the colon—where hopefully, they’ll stick around and repopulate. But here’s where it gets tricky. Right after swallowing, any bacteria we ingest is exposed to digestive enzymes in our saliva before reaching the stomach. Once in the stomach, the bacteria have to face very strong acids containing pepsin, the powerful enzyme that further breaks down and digests our food. The bad news