August 08, 2019 at 10:00AM by CWC One of our most beloved of wardrobe essentials is the white T-shirt. Some are best styled with jeans, others with a skirt; some silhouette into the perfect crop, while others remain effortlessly oversized. But they all have one thing in common: The perfect white tee will make you feel like the chicest, most comfortable version of yourself. And no matter what your version of the “perfect white tee” happens to be, we have one better for you below. Ahead, find the best of the best when it comes to our favorite wardrobe staples. We have something for every style, body shape, budget… the list goes on. From the white T-shirt we’re going for a midsummer jog in to the splurge-worthy logo tee to wear from early morning coffee to late night drinks, here are the best white tees for 2019. Photo: Girlfriend Collective Best sustainable: Girlfriend Collective The Perfect Crop ($28) We love a brand with a sustainability mission but it’s even better when a product created with fair trade practices actually winds up being one of our favorite white tees, regardless of the feel-good factor. Beloved activewear brand Girlfriend Collective recently introduced the softest boxy white tee that is not only made of waste from the cotton industry, is biodegradable, and requires 682 fewer gallons of water in production than a traditional cotton tee, but also comes in sizes XXS to 6XL. ad_intervals[‘409954_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘409954_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’);}); }
Category: You and your body
Being a proud cat lady keeps you young, healthy, and happy, says science
August 08, 2019 at 09:35AM by CWC As anyone who owns a cat can tell you, when you adopt a feline, your life changes in a lot of ways: You start talking to something you know will never reply in full sentences. Your Google search history starts including quandaries like “best organic cat food,” and “will my cat die because it ate part of my fern?” Your Instagram followers go up. When I adopted a little tabby-calico I call Evie six months ago, I expected plenty of these alterations to my life, but I didn’t anticipate that a cat could teach me so much about wellness. My cat has her wellness routine down. She wakes up (early) and the first thing she does is stretch, arching her back (cat pose, I get it now!) and then her front legs out long. Then, she vocalizes that she wants her breakfast; Evie is not afraid to ask for what she wants. Throughout the day, she alternates between lots of play time and meditation, staring idly through the panes of the sliding glass door, watching bugs fly around. Sometimes, she gets excited and I’ll rush over to see what the fuss is about. Most of the time, it’s literally a dust ball. She finds beauty in dust balls. This is transcendence, my friend. Evie also knows the importance of good sleep, of course. She doesn’t let anything get in the way of a good cat nap. ad_intervals[‘413842_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready)
You may want to buy that lottery ticket, because today is the luckiest day of the year
August 08, 2019 at 09:27AM by CWC If you woke up this morning with an uncanny feeling that today was bound to be a special one, you were onto something and would be wise to keep an eye peeled for four-leaf clovers and make a pitstop on your way home to play the Powerball. That’s because according to the universe, August 8 (8-8) is a lucky day. In fact, it’s one of the luckiest and “most magnificent” days of the year. “A double eight, as in 88, is said to bring double joy,” says astrologer Amy Zerner, co-author of Astrology for Wellness, who notes that that eight is an especially lucky number in China. (The Cantonese word for “eight” even literally sounds like the Cantonese word for “prosper.”) “The number eight is reflective of power, abundance, and success. Because its shape forms the sign for infinity, it also has esoteric significance.” Another reason the number eight is considered to be so lucky is because of its perfectly symmetrical shape—you can cut it in half in any direction, and the halves will mirror one another. “Perfect symmetry lends itself to perfect balance,” Zerner says. ad_intervals[‘413902_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘413902_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); “This is one of the most looked-forward to of times, and is of special interest to all those seeking love.” —Kyle Thomas, astrologer So what does this mean (aside from a universe-sanctioned reason to test your odds on the lottery)? “Today’s number vibration, 8-8,
Sorry, avo toast: Loaded apple rings are my new favorite healthy snack
August 08, 2019 at 08:32AM by CWC Some of the best breakfast foods—from sky-high stacks of pancakes to loaded breakfast burritos—are typically heavy on the gluten and sugar. But if you’ve been trying to figure out a new way to get creative with morning mealtime, drop the sweet potato and grab an apple. Apple toast, rounds, cookies, rings, donuts—whatever you want to call ’em, they’re all totally underrated. The crunchy fruit makes the ultimate vessel for basically anything you want to top it with, from nut butters and dark chocolate to coconut flakes and granola. If you’ve yet to feast upon the low-carb, gluten-free treat, here’s your chance: There are five tasty combos to start with that will leave you wishing you could eat breakfast every meal of the day. These 5 apple toast toppings are great for every craving Photo: Jamie Geller 1. Apple donut rings These apple rings get a nice crunch from some antioxidant-packed cacao nibs. ad_intervals[‘413876_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘413876_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); Photo: Rachel Schultz 2. Apple cookies Top your crunchy apple slices with a variety of nuts for a protein-packed way to start the day. Photo: The Healthy Hour 3. Sliced apple ‘donuts’ These apple rounds are slathered with ingredients like nut butter, homemade Nutella, and raw chocolate sauce for a melt-in-your-mouth combo. Photo: A Few Shortcuts 4. Healthy apple cookies Like keeping things simple? Then stick to PB, coconut flakes, and chocolate chips. Photo: Really, Are You Serious?
This skin-care line is saving me hundreds of bucks on some of the priciest ingredients
August 08, 2019 at 06:55AM by CWC It seems like every time you open Instagram, there’s a new skin-care company trying to get your attention, and unfortunately, a whole lot of ’em are nothing more than pretty packaging and a solid marketing plan. So when we discover a new line of products that actually does what it says it will—with a dermatologist’s approval, nonetheless—we run to restock our beauty cabinets faster than you can say “sheet mask.” The latest brand to fit the bill? Ghost Democracy, which launched last week and offers dermatologically savvy formulas, none of which will cost you over $38. According to Joshua Zeichner, MD, a New York City dermatologist, the demand for these types of products is on the rise. “Consumers are much more educated now than ever about what they’re putting into their bodies and onto their skin, and clean beauty is one of the fastest-growing skin-care trends right now—but not all products are created equally,” he says. “Clean ingredients and clean formulation unfortunately often come at a higher price tag.” ad_intervals[‘413345_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘413345_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’);}); } }, 100); View this post on Instagram Meet the crew. 🤝 Six exceptionally clean and effective universal skincare products that don’t break the bank. Keep it simple — we’ve got everything you need to achieve glowing skin. #ghostdemocracy . . . . #cleanskincare #skinlove #skincaredaily #healthyskin #nontoxicskincare A post shared by Ghost Democracy (@ghostdemocracy) on Jul 20, 2019 at 9:38am PDT //www.instagram.com/embed.js Enter:
6 plyo exercises that’ll get your heart pumping one explosive movement at a time
August 08, 2019 at 05:00AM by CWC If you’re like me, you’re always on the search for new and improved ways to switch up your workout routine. Instead of constantly cycling through one boutique fitness class after the next, it never hurts to teach yourself a few bodyweight movements to turn up the heat wherever you are. That’s where plyometric exercises come into play. “Plyometrics can definitely spice up your workout,” says certified trainer Kate Ligler, who’s also the Mindbody wellness manager. “These power-packed movements stimulate several muscle groups at the same time, plyos are great for increasing strength, coordination, and agility. Sound like your cup of tea (er, pre-workout fuel)? Ahead you’ll learn how to perfect six plyometric exercises from the comfort of your own home. 1. Fast feet plus plyometric jumping: “This is my favorite exercise and is great for performing with a friend,” says Flywheel instructor Marc Daigle. “Move your feet up and down as quickly as possible. On your partner’s cue, move left, right, or back to center. Return to fast feet immediately after each cue. On your partner’s command: tuck jump (jumping off the ground bringing your knees as close to your chest as possible, butt kick (jumping and moving your feet off the ground towards your butt) or burpee.” The trick is to return to fast feet immediately to keep your heart rate up at all times. Perform each round for 30 to 45 seconds. This will light your calves, legs, and core on fire. ad_intervals[‘399510_div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’]
These 9 ultra-hydrating lipsticks are basically skin care in a tube
August 08, 2019 at 05:00AM by CWC In today’s skin-care obsessed world, I’m no longer surprised that the foundations I wear double as skin-boosting formulas and that I can swipe on mascara that also makes my lashes grow. The latest hybrid craze I’m swooning over? Lipsticks that are basically skin care in a tube. Sure, I’ve applied some seriously hydrating hyaluronic acid lip balms—which are fab. But now we’ve also got the option of getting some more pigment on that pout while beefing things up with moisture that lasts. Meet the lipstick-skin-care-combos of my bold lip dreams. “There are a few ingredients that when included in lipsticks actually make the lip product moisturizing,” says Shirley Chi, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in California. “They are petrolatum, shea butter, lanolin, beeswax, and sesame oil.” These essentially lock in the moisture produced on your lips. (That said, she says not to rely on them like you would a lip balm or it’ll mess with your lips’ natural moisturizing oil production.) ad_intervals[‘413566_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘413566_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’);}); } }, 100); Seriously though—lipsticks that go on and cake-up or make your lips shrivel from drying out are so extinct. Just look at these nine magical skin-care-lipsticks below and let that moisturized shine do the talking. Photo: Lancome Lancome L’Absolu Mademoiselle Shine, $30 This is the product that got me on a quest for more skin-care-lipsticks. It was love at first swipe—my entire beauty team is absolutely in love with these Lancome tubes, because they
Make eating for gut health easy with these 15-minute, high-fiber dinners
August 08, 2019 at 04:00AM by CWC Despite all the healthy eatings trends that come and go (oh hi there, keto), prioritizing fiber is something that nearly every health expert can agree on. Not only does it benefit to every type of healthy eater—whether you’re Paleo, vegan, or something else entirely, veggies are always part of a nutrient-dense diet—the benefits have long been proven: A diet high in fiber has been linked to lowering inflammation, improving gut health, and boosting metabolism. The recommended fiber intake is 25 grams a day for women, which can sometimes be tricky to hit. While it’s best to get your fiber throughout the day as to not overwhelm your digestive system, loading up on fiber-rich sources at dinner can help make up for not getting much of the nutrient earlier. Which is where this arsenal of quick, high-fiber recipes comes in. Bookmark these meal ideas for when you know you haven’t been eating as much veggies—and other fiber-rich sources—as you know you should be. Your digestive system will thank you for it. ad_intervals[‘413540_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘413540_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); Keep reading for high-fiber dinners you can make in 15 minutes or less. Photo: Tasty Yummies 1. Paleo taco skillet dinner Any meal where you can throw all your ingredients into a skillet and cook them all together is a major timesaver. This one gets its fiber from the three cups of greens the recipe calls for. To really up
Whoever said ‘quitters never win’ is obviously unfamiliar with the superpower of giving up
August 08, 2019 at 03:00AM by CWC Despite the subliminal messaging delivered to me via hustle culture, toxic positivity, and about 40,000 millennial-pink day planners, I’m a big fan of giving up. Not so much in the sense of abandoning goals at the first sight of an obstacle, but rather when a dream is essentially ruining my life. Because, that’s pretty counterproductive, right? Goals and dreams should propel us forward, not tie us down and make us feel awful. So, knowing when to give up is actually a superpower of sorts. “Sometimes part of life is choosing to let go of some dreams and to create or embrace other ones,” says psychologist Paulette Sherman, PsyD. “As much as we are the creators of our lives, life also teaches us. We change and life brings us new opportunities, and sometimes they are better than the ones we thought we wanted.” Now that you know there’s an upside to letting go of certain dreams that might be getting in the way of even bigger and better ones, you can feel a welcome sense of vindication in your desire to sometimes give up. For instance, quitting a relationship, a city, a job, or anything else, might be in the best interest of your mental health and happiness. And just so you don’t think I’m a hypocrite, please know you wouldn’t be reading this if I didn’t give up on my dream of being a fashion designer. That said, having of sense of when
Jessica Alba reveals *exactly* the order she applies her skin care
August 08, 2019 at 02:39AM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2nQ_7wuyFpQ] It may be hard to believe, but Jessica Alba is even more beautiful in real life than she is on screen. She’s one of those people who radiates from the inside out, and who you want to stand as close to as possible, simply for the sake of soaking up her awesomeness—and stealing some of her skin-care tips. So, you’d better bet that when Alba sits down to share some of her beauty secrets, we listen…and make sure we’ve got a camera rolling. For our latest episode of The Avocado Show, the mogul revealed exactly how she applies her products in order to get her glow so good. Her fool-proof formula? Well, it involves four skin-care must-haves: serum, moisturizer, cleanser, and oil (catch the full video above to see how she layers them). ad_intervals[‘413719_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘413719_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’);}); } }, 100); She’s onto something. The oh-so-glowy actress has become a force in the lifestyle and beauty spaces since launching The Honest Company in 2011, and from the brand’s inception, she’s been committed to giving consumers clean products that they can feel really, really good about slathering on their faces. In terms of clean beauty, this brand isn’t just about what’s on the “no list” (though they’ve nixed parabens, PEGs, phthalates, fragrance, and dyes), it’s also about tapping good-for-skin ingredients such as retinol, vitamin C, and hyaluronic acid. “Clean is using safe ingredients, but also effective [ingredients],