Author: 8okaybaby@gmail.com

Beauty & Health EditorHannah Frye is the Beauty & Health Editor at mindbodygreen. She has a B.S. in journalism and a minor in women’s, gender, and queer studies from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Hannah has written across lifestyle sections including beauty, women’s health, mental health, sustainability, social media trends, and more. She previously worked for Almost 30, a top-rated health and wellness podcast. In her current role, Hannah reports on the latest beauty trends and innovations, women’s health research, brain health news, and plenty more.

Whether you’re looking to gain weight, lose weight, or merely want to track your weight over time, a bathroom scale is one of the simplest devices you can use to keep tabs on your progress. To find the best bathroom scales, we first consulted with four registered dietitians to learn which key features every model should have. Then, we spent over a month testing 45 bathroom scales, weighing ourselves at least three times weekly. Credit: Amazon Key Specs Item Weight: 3.7 pounds | Weight Capacity: 400 pounds | Connectivity: None | Dimensions: 13.5 x 14 x 1 inches | Power…

Kerry Washington shared that she starts her day with hot lemon water with salt and stevia.Salt adds some electrolytes to the lemon water, while lemons add some vitamin C.If you want to add more electrolytes to your day, other drinks with less sodium can also help. There’s nothing Scandal-ous about the things Kerry Washington carries in her bag each day—though the lineup is pretty fun. The actor recently unpacked her stylish Miu Miu tote for InStyle’s “What’s in My Bag” series, and lots of her go-to gear looks familiar: hand sanitizer, an iPhone and a Labubu bag charm for starters.…

When autumn comes and your cravings turn all things sugar-and-pumpkin-spice, you’ll appreciate how simple it is to make satisfying desserts without putting in a lot of time and effort. Here are some of our easiest pumpkin-packed desserts suitable for all occasions—from a family-size bowl of trifle to an easy spiced cake. Some use convenient shortcut ingredients, while others are made completely from scratch. All earn rave reviews from Allrecipes home cooks. Give them a try and find a new fall favorite. Save to MyRecipes Love these recipes? Tap ‘Save’ to add them to MyRecipes—your new, free recipe box for Allrecipes!…

So you want to learn how to lose 10 pounds in a month? Okay, but first it’s important to note that fast weight loss isn’t always the best (or most sustainable) strategy. Still, life happens and, with it, deadlines, such as a wedding or vacation — both of which can cause unnecessary stress about the way you look. And so, with a big event just around the corner, you’re set on learning how to lose 10 pounds in a month, safely. In addition to following these safe, research-backed exercise tips and drinking plenty of H20 (which you should always be…

These quick Mediterranean diet dinners blend late-summer veggies with fall favorites, making weeknight meals both seasonal and simple.Each recipe includes nourishing ingredients like whole grains, beans, lean proteins and fiber-rich vegetables for balanced eating.With everything ready in 30 minutes or less, this plan makes healthy fall cooking easy and stress-free. We’re in that in-between time when summer isn’t really over, but it feels like it is, and fall hasn’t officially begun, but all the fall things, like back-to-school and shorter, cooler days, already have. It can be hard to know what to cook, but I like to hold onto elements…

Key Takeaways Have open conversations about your needs and concerns to support your well-being.Practice self-care to manage stress, feel happy, and stay productive.Check in regularly with your partner to maintain a close connection. Relationships can be challenging even when all parties involved are completely healthy. Add a chronic illness or debilitating condition into the mix, and it can feel nearly impossible to keep your relationship happy and emotionally healthy. Being with a person who has a long-term health condition can not only be difficult, you can also lose sight of your own mental and emotional wellness as you tend to…

Two types of Goodles macaroni and cheese are being recalled nationwide.This is due to undeclared milk and cashew allergens, with eight allergic reactions reported.The products were sold at Sprouts, Target, Walmart, Whole Foods and more. There’s an active recall on boxed macaroni and cheese products sold at Sprouts Farmers Market, Target, Walmart, Whole Foods Market and more grocery stores nationwide. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) shares that this is due to undeclared allergens in the affected products. The macaroni and cheese impacted by this recall are two Goodles products: the plant-based white Cheddar variety with spirals and the…

If you’re looking for a fun, low-impact way to boost your fitness, a rebounder—essentially a mini trampoline—might just be your new favorite personal workout tool. According to personal trainer Eva Pena, ISSA-CPT, rebounding strengthens muscles, improves balance, supports heart health, and even helps with stress relief, making it a great option for anyone looking to mix up their routine or stay active—plus, let’s be honest, bouncing is just plain fun! Trampoline vs. Rebounder A rebounder trampoline, also called a mini trampoline, is a compact, fitness-specific personal trampoline designed for controlled movement and low-impact exercise. According to personal trainer Mike Julom,…

Key Takeaways According to research, people who regularly read books may live longer than those who don’t.It’s a great way to relax without getting information overload—plus, with a library card, it’s a pretty low-cost health intervention.Grab that book you’ve been meaning to start. Your brain (and maybe your lifespan) will thank you for it. As a kid, I was a major bookworm. But somewhere between university reading lists and the burnout of my early 20s, that spark fizzled out. Reading became something I should do, not something I actually looked forward to. Lately, though, I’ve been slowly rekindling my love…