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The Truth About Oil Pulling: Why It’s Easier Than You Think + How To Do It Right
June 16, 2020 at 08:00PM According to registered Ayurvedic Practitioner and Ayurvedic Yoga Therapist, Julie Bernier if you’ve caught on to the health practice of oil-pulling recently, it’s possible you’re doing it wrong. The good news is that Julie’s perspective on the daily ayurvedic practice makes the healthy habit easier — and faster! — than some of us may have assumed. It’s been thousands of years since the ancient ayurvedic sages first recommended oil pulling as part of a health-promoting daily routine. When the mainstream wellness scene picked up on it a few years ago, it blew up, and with that came a lot of misinformation. Oil pulling is not what most people think it is; here’s everything you need to know about the real oil pulling. I did a little google search and this is the general oil pulling consensus: put a tablespoon of coconut oil in your mouth and swish it around for 20 minutes. This will supposedly whiten teeth, extract toxins, and cure pretty much any disease you can think of. There are reports of oil pulling causing headaches, TMJ, and even vomiting. Oh dear! In ayurveda, medicine is only that which does not cause another problem in the body. Which means that this kind of oil pulling is not correct. And it’s not at all what’s recommended in the original ayurvedic texts. Ayurveda, the holistic system of healing from ancient India, described with immense precision the do’s and dont’s of all things health and wellbeing. Ayurveda is
Adam Lambert and Katy Perry Will Perform at Star-Studded ‘Can’t Cancel Pride’ Event
June 16, 2020 at 09:13PM All donations will go to national organizations supporting LGBTQ+ communities. Continue Reading… Author | Elle Selected by CWC
Emma Watson Joins Kering As Chair Of Its Sustainability Committee
June 16, 2020 at 08:31PM Actress and sustainability advocate Emma Watson has joined the board of Kering, the French luxury group with designer brands like Gucci, Saint Laurent and Balenciaga under its umbrella. Announced in an online presentation of the group’s annual general meeting on Tuesday, Kering also confirmed that Watson would chair the board’s sustainability committee, which is focused on environmental matters. Watson has long been a supporter of sustainable fashion, championing eco-conscious designers and brands both on the red carper and off. She is also a supporter of Good On You, a mobile app that allows consumers to check the sustainability credentials of clothing brands. View this post on Instagram Kering is proud to announce that Emma Watson is joining its Board of Directors, alongside Jean Liu and Tidjane Thiam. Their appointments have been approved by Kering’s shareholders during the Group’s Annual General Meeting, as proposed by the Board of Directors in March 2020. Emma Watson has also been appointed Chair of the Sustainability Committee of the Board of Directors. The combined wealth of experience and skillsets of these three well-known figures will be complementary assets to the Group, enhancing the quality of the work done by the Board of Directors. The latter will benefit from their contribution in defining the Group’s strategic orientations. “I am delighted to welcome Jean Liu, Tidjane Thiam and Emma Watson to our Board of Directors. Their respective knowledge and competence, the multiplicity of their backgrounds and perspectives will be invaluable additions to
Meet Stephanie Benedetto, the Woman on a Mission to Save Fabric From Landfills
June 16, 2020 at 08:26PM Today, Cartier has unveiled the seven winners of the Cartier Women’s Initiative 2020. Chosen from 1,200 applicants from 159 countries, the seven winners will receive a $100,000 investment from Cartier into their business – with sectors ranging from healthcare to education, manufacturing and fashion innovation. To date, the Cartier Women’s Initiative (CWI) has “supported more than 240 social impact-driven businesses led and owned by women entrepreneurs, hailing from 56 countries, creating more than 7,000 jobs,” according to a release. It has also granted over $3 million in funding “making it one of the largest and most generous female-focused entrepreneurial competitions in the world.” One of this year’s laureates is Stephanie Benedetto, a New York-based former lawyer who now runs Queen of Raw, an online marketplace for businesses to buy and sell deadstock fabrics and textiles. Through this marketplace, Benedetto is providing businesses with a sustainable alternative to destroying fabrics. We caught up with Benedetto to find out more about her career transition and the business – and why she hopes to one day work herself out of a job. Tell us a little about how you made the jump from a legal career to starting Queen of Raw. My family has been in the fabric business for over 100 years, but over that time frame, many financial and environmental inefficiencies have emerged. Today, the fashion industry is the second greatest polluter of freshwater in the world and a lot of the raw material produced by
13 Great Grooming Essentials You Can Still Get Dad for Father’s Day
June 16, 2020 at 07:02PM With Father’s Day only a few shopping days away, crunch time to find the dudes in your life the perfect “ I appreciate you” gift is now. Most men have a grooming routine in some shape or form, so we’ve rounded up some awesome bathroom essentials that are sure to make him smile. From beard must-haves to haircare heroes, click through our gallery below to discover 13 grooming gifts to spoil Dad with this Father’s Day. <div class="sjm-attachment-carousel–header gallery-container–default" data-slick='{"speed":400,"adaptiveHeight":true,"variableWidth":false,"centerMode":true,"centerPadding":"0","slidesToShow":1,"lazyLoad":"ondemand","prevArrow":"Previous”,”nextArrow”:”Next”}’ data-simplemodal=’false’ > 1/13 Sensitive Skin Gift Set ($36, CW Beggs and Sons) If dad has sensitive skin, consider this set. Recognized by the Canadian Dermatology Association, this skincare set from CW Beggs and Sons includes a full-size moisturizer, face wash and shaving foam, and the gentle formulas act as a protective veil against external aggressors, meaning prevention from redness, irritation and dryness. Buy Now 2/13 Gents Energising Skincare Kit ($24, The Body Shop) Made with invigorating guarana plant and coffee bean extracts, this moisturizer and face cleanser duo will help jump-start his day each morning. Buy Now 3/13 Hemp Hair & Scalp 5-in-1 ($6.99, dippity-do MEN) Spiked with a nourishing blend of oils (think: hemp seed, argan and olive oils), plus shea butter, this multi-tasker doubles as a hair and body wash to help simplify his routine. Buy Now 4/13 4_Calvin-Klein-CK-Everyone CK Everyone ($65 for 50ml, Calvin Klein ) This gender-bending fragrance, with a blend of orange, essential oil, tea, neroli and patchouli, is one
Power Foods to Make You Feel Focused and Motivated
June 16, 2020 at 06:49PM This post is sponsored by North Health County Health Services. You’ve heard it said, “You are what you eat,” but there is far more truth to that statement than many of us realize. Not only does the food we eat directly impact our overall health, wellbeing, and energy levels, but our diets can also play […] The post Power Foods to Make You Feel Focused and Motivated appeared first on SafeandHealthylife. Continue Reading… Author Safe and Healthy Life Expert | Safeandhealthy Selected by CWC
Why Racism Is a Public Health Crisis
June 16, 2020 at 07:21PM There is nothing more detrimental to health than a system of oppression. Ohio State Representative Emilia Sykes explains. Continue Reading… Author | Elle Selected by CWC
Madelyn Cline Is Riding the Wave of Outer Banks
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Curious About Vegan Leather? Here’s What You Need to Know
June 16, 2020 at 06:11PM Vegan leather (also called faux leather) has, admittedly, not always had the best of reputations among fashion enthusiasts. But as the appetite for more sustainable practices continues to grow, more and more brands and designers have once again started working with the material. Perhaps once regarded as glorified plastic – and a cheap way to re-create some of our favorite ’90s looks – faux leather has been transformed over the past few years. Now one of the most talked about fabrics within the sustainability sphere, vegan leather is used by some of the most reputable sustainable brands and boutiques out there, and it’s easy to see why. A far cry from what it used to be, faux leather looks and feels nearly identical to the real thing, so it’s become pretty difficult to tell the difference between the two materials. And with the leather look being one of the biggest trends of 2020, the industry’s newfound love for the vegan option couldn’t have come at a better time. Ahead, keep reading to learn more about what vegan leather is, where it comes from, and understand the differences between the material and its real counterpart. And if you’re looking to add more vegan leather pieces to your wardrobe, we’ve also included some of our favorite styles for you to shop, too. Related: 3 Easy-but-Stylish Ways I'm Wearing the Leather Trend in 2020 More Celeb News Author Morgane Le Caer | Popsugar Selected by CWC