March 15, 2020 at 09:00PM by CWC Astrologers have been discussing March 2020 astrology for a very, very, long time. You see, Saturn, also known as the Lord of Karma, meeting with Pluto, who represents death and rebirth, in Capricorn, the sign of government and business, creates a heavy-hitting combination that suggests a massive shake to our systems. Then add Jupiter, the most giant planet in the solar system to the mix, who makes everything way more prominent, and this combination becomes even more inflamed. While Saturn has been in Capricorn since the end of 2017, and Pluto since 2008, it’s just been in recent months that they started to travel in super-close proximity. Jupiter, who moves much quicker, entered Capricorn on December 2, 2019, and caught up speedily. Now, with the three planets all within seven degrees of one another and Mars, a catalytic planet which represents action, also in the mix, we no longer need to question what will happen in March 2020 astrology. Mars, who initially entered into Capricorn on February 16, starts the week at 20 degrees of Capricorn and ends at 24 degrees of Capricorn—conjoined to Pluto and Jupiter. This means you can expect the week ahead to bring heightened a focus on this stellium in Capricorn. And, using news about COVID-19 as evidence, we can expect this cosmic shakedown to continue. Yes, this is a scary-feeling time, and yes, it’s going to be okay. With social distancing and wide-scale closures at play, it’s paramount
Day: March 15, 2020
I’m a chef, and this is the easy, ‘clean out the fridge’ healthy salad I eat every week
March 15, 2020 at 07:00PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXvGEkr2XEs] Looking for the easiest, healthiest possible dinner to make in 20 minutes? Try this recipe developer’s go-to salad. Raise your hand if this sounds familiar: It’s the end of the week, you haven’t been to the grocery store in days, and the contents of your fridge are pretty random and haphazard. But you’re hungry *now*, so you have to figure out how to cobble together something edible with your random food scraps, Chopped style. Figuring out what that “something” is, though, is harder than showing up to Barry’s Bootcamp for a 6 a.m. workout. That’s why we made “cleaning out the fridge” the main task of our latest episode of Cook With Us. Host Jessie Van Amburg (Well+Good’s senior food and health editor) challenges chef Rachel Mansfield to make a delicious, vegan meal in 30 minutes or less using the leftover ingredients from her fridge: sprouted grain bread, kale and tahini. WTF do you do with those ingredients? Mansfield, who’s also a recipe developer and author of the new cookbook Just The Good Stuff, jumps right in by whipping up a vegan garlicky kale caesar salad. “I know what you’re thinking—there’s no way that something that has kale in it could actually be delicious,” she says. “But I promise, even if you don’t like kale or kale isn’t your thing, you’re going to love this salad.” She starts by making croutons with the sprouted grain bread, which she recommends should be
This derm-approved overnight treatment will prep your hands for a full day’s worth of 20-second washes
March 15, 2020 at 04:00PM by CWC Washing your hands for 20 seconds, multiple times a day, is great for protecting yourself from getting sick. What it’s not good for, though, is keeping your skin hydrated. If you’ve been diligently scrubbing yourself per the CDC’s recommended guidelines, you may have already started to see the effects on your skin. And if your usually moisturized, manicured fingers are starting to look more and more like the Cryptkeeper’s every time you lather up, there’s an easy overnight fix you can treat them to while you sleep. Even when you’re not washing them non-stop (though, right now, you should be), your hands are still vulnerable to wear and tear from environmental factors such as cold air. To remedy this, board-certified dermatologist Jenny Liu, MD, recommends the “soak and smear” technique for treating dry hands. On Tuesday, she shared the method via Instagram in response to the increased amount of hand dermatitis that she’s seeing from more-frequent handwashing. The four-step treatment can be done every night as frequently as needed. (It can be particularly helpful for hands so irritated that they’ve begun to crack.) All you need is some warm water, a little ointment, and a pair of gloves. The “smear and soak” method for treating dry skin on hands: 1. Soak your hands in warm water for a few minutes. 2. Pat them dry. 3. Apply a petroleum-based ointment such as Vaseline ($5) or Cerave Healing Ointment ($16). 4. Put on a pair of
Professional stylists and dermatologists explain *exactly* how long it takes to grow out your hair
March 15, 2020 at 03:00PM by CWC Last week, I went to get a haircut in the middle of stressful situation, and I left the salon with a bob. It’s not a big deal, except that I hate it and so, too, does everyone I know. Most at least feign compliments, but last night my best guy friend, upon seeing it for the first time, said, “Oh man, it’s as bad as you think.” So, there’s that. Suffice it to say I’m eager to grow out this Anna Wintour look ASAP (yes, I also have the bangs), which has me wondering how long ASAP will actually be. “Typically hair grows a quarter-inch a month, although some people are genetically inclined to grow hair a little slower or faster,” says celebrity hairstylist Kristen Shaw. “If you’ve cut your hair to just below your chin, that would take typically 5 or 6 inches to grow past your shoulders, so it will take 10-12 months.” To make matters worse, this rate is just an average that can be negatively impacted by a number of factors, some of which are not easy fixes. “I find that women’s hormones play a large role, and with the rise of things like autoimmune/adrenal burnout for women, these have been a recurring theme with my clients who experience slow growth and/or hair loss,” says Shaw. Other factors which may inhibit growth, according to NYC-based dermatologist Francesca Fusco, MD, include poor nutrition, yo-yo dieting, and improper or inadequate hair
How this 74-year-old Australian man works on his mobility every single day
March 15, 2020 at 02:00PM by CWC We got the chance to chat with 74-year-old Kantilal Chiba to discuss the senior mobility exercises and workout routine that he follows to stay healthy. My mobility is addressed by everything that I do in my workouts. I work out five or six times a week, and I start every session with a five-minute warm-up of “animal moves” that work my whole body. I’ll do moves called the bear, the monkey, and the frog, which I learned using the GMB Fitness method. Their philosophy on fitness is a perfect fit for me—they focus on functional movement, and you can watch all of their workout videos online. The animal movements ensure that my body is warmed up and that all of my joints are prepared for the workout, and that I’m also mentally prepared. You really need strength, flexibility, and control in order to work out like this. I make my workouts skill-based, so that each time I train, I’m able to learn and become proficient in selected skills. The advantage of this is that your goal is specific, which makes you fully engaged both mentally and physically. View this post on Instagram Progress, you know you are making progress when you move something from practice to push. My first multi-rep muscle-up ever. came early. A post shared by Kantilal Chiba (@kanti.chiba) on Dec 18, 2019 at 3:40pm PST //www.instagram.com/embed.js At the end of last year, I was working on the gymnastics rings everyday.
The anti-inflammatory breakfast a yoga instructor eats every week
March 15, 2020 at 12:00PM by CWC When you work out a lot, properly fueling your body is a must. There’s no way you’ll be able to power through those workouts like a champ if you’re slacking on your meals. One person who especially needs all those nutrients is yoga instructor Blair Flynn—it’s how she keeps her energy up with a busy studio schedule. And there’s one healthy breakfast in particular you’ll find her eating on the regular that always helps her feel her best. Whenever Flynn is in need of an easy and nutritious breakfast, she reaches for some chia seed pudding. Not just any chia seed pudding, though—a golden milk version that’s loaded with plant-based protein and anti-inflammatory properties. Two things that are pretty hard to beat when it comes to your breakfast. “I love making these simple chia puddings for the week ahead. They’re quick and fun to put together, full of protein and fiber, and you can constantly change up the flavor by adding in any fruit or toppings so you’ll never get bored,” she says. “They make the perfect grab-and-go breakfast any day of the week, keeping me feeling energized, full, and satisfied—especially on busy days when I’m teaching all morning.” The golden milk pudding recipe is dairy-free and has a short ingredients list. All you need is plant-based milk—she recommends almond or cashew milk—rolled oats, chia seeds, flaxseeds, cinnamon, maple syrup for sweetness, and turmeric for the anti-inflammatory benefits. After giving it a good
Over-moisturizing is real—here are 3 signs you’re overdoing it
March 15, 2020 at 11:00AM by CWC Most of the time, issues surrounding moisturizer involve not getting enough hydration. But if you’re slathering on cream multiple times per day, or using a product that’s too thick, you could be over-moisturizing. “Our skin likes to stay in a balance, and if we tip that balance by drying out the skin too much, it triggers the body to produce more oil,” says Marisa Garshick, MD, FAAD, a Manhattan-based board-certified dermatologist. “While if we provide too much moisture by over-moisturizing, the body may gradually stop producing as much oil.” If that last bit piqued your oily interest, simmer down. She says when your face stops producing oils, your skin can get severely dry. Using a product that’s too occlusive can also lead to over-moisturizing. Dr. Garshick says to avoid applying products like Vaseline or Aquaphor all over the face (although these are great options for lips and eyes, which she says often require more hydration). You’ll also want to make sure your moisturizer is right for your skin type. “If you already have oily skin, it is best to use a moisturizer that is oil-free or noncomedogenic, which means it won’t clog the pores,” she says. Not sure if you’re over-moisturizing? Dr. Garshick says the most immediate signs are clogged pores, blackheads, and excess oil production. She advises moisturizing no more than two times a day, using a product formulated for your skin type. “If you’re experiencing clogged pores or blackheads, it can