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Summer means less meal planning, more impromptu dinners in the park and room service menus while on vacation. It’s all so fun — until it’s not. Nobody’s visions of summer beach bliss includes being bloated and gassy.Herbalist Adriana Ayales of has three key products to help us solve our digestion woes. We’ve matched them with some basic reminders on the digestive system overall to help you pick what’s right for you!3 Ways To Use Herbs For Better Digestion01 stimulate Digestive Enzymes | According to John Hopkins Medicine, frequent digestive discomfort can often be a sign of digestive enzyme insufficiency. Just…
ROCHESTER, Minn. — Memorial Health System and Mayo Clinic announced that the health system with clinic locations in southeastern Ohio and northwestern West Virginia has joined the Mayo Clinic Care Network. Members of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, a group of carefully vetted, independent healthcare organizations, have special access to Mayo Clinic’s knowledge and expertise. “This is a very exciting day for our system, patients and community,” says Scott Cantley, president and CEO, Memorial Health System. “This new collaboration with Mayo Clinic helps us fulfill our mission to bring the best healthcare and highest clinical expertise to our communities so…
The pursuit of avoiding a hangover is as old as alcohol itself. Ancient Romans swore by fried canary and sheep’s lungs, while the Irish advised burying yourself in wet sand up to your neck. But one culprit that involves no added cost or risk of bog lung tends to resurface around the holidays: congeners in alcohol. What are they? Does consuming drinks low in congeners actually work? Or is this an old (and likely hungover) wives’ tale? Let’s take a look at what the science says. What Are Congeners? When grapes or grain are fermented, they produce alcohol — along…
If you look closely, you’ll find the word nut nestled right in the word nutrition. It’s like a little hint that nuts must be good for you. And guess what? They totally are! Nuts are a healthy staple in many eating plans, including Mediterranean, plant-based, keto, heart-healthy, and more. They offer an abundance of essential vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats, making them an excellent addition to your meals. Plus, they are a super convenient and shelf-stable food, making them a popular choice for snacks as well. With so many pros, it’s no wonder health experts often recommend a handful of…
If you aren’t sure what your triggers are, a doctor or a registered dietitian can help you pinpoint them—every person’s body is different, but as a rule of thumb, high-fiber fruits and vegetables, beans, nuts and seeds, and full-fat dairy tend to aggravate the GI system the most. It’s probably best to save cocktails for when your flare-up stops, Ashkan Farhadi, MD, a gastroenterologist at MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley, California, tells SELF.Prepare for accidents, just in case.There’s no sugarcoating it: Bathroom accidents can, and often do, happen with Crohn’s disease. “Mentally, it can be really difficult…
Expect the unexpected when watching the “Barbie” movie. It’s a laugh out loud trip down memory lane, with a plot of surprising depth. Here are the top five life lessons I am taking with me after watching this standout film.1. Own Your Weird “Weird Barbie” (played by SNL alum Kate McKinnon) was crucial to the plot. She knew she was different than the others, and she knew people nicknamed her “Weird” Barbie. She also knew was smart. She held information and ideas that helped her fellow Barbies. She knew exactly what was necessary, even before it was needed.AdvertisementWhat if we were…
Fellas, listen up: Weight loss doesn’t mean doing endless hours of cardio while depriving yourself of your favorite foods. In fact, research reveals that vigorous exercise beyond 40 to 60 minutes is “unnecessary.” A far healthier (and much more sustainable) approach is eating a healthy, well-balanced diet paired with a consistent exercise routine that includes cardio and strength training.With the abundance of online resources sending mixed signals, it can be tricky to determine which daily exercises are optimal for long-term weight loss. That’s why we chatted with TJ Mentus, CPT, a certified personal trainer at Garage Gym Reviews, who shares…
There are about a million and one ways to use potatoes. You can boil them, mash them, fry them, and—if TikTok is to be believed—rub them on your face for the sake of brightening your skin. The multi-purpose starch has been seeing traction on the app from DIY-ers who have been rubbing potato pulp onto their faces (an age-old Ayurvedic practice) for the sake of brightening darkened areas of skin. This ultimately caught the attention of the formulators over at Beekman 1802, who launched a Potato Peel ($49) earlier this month. It is clinically proven to gently resurface the skin,…
Women’s Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us?1Best Christmas Gift Idea For Art LoversBuddha Board The Original Buddha Board 1Best Christmas Gift Idea For Art LoversBuddha Board The Original Buddha Board Credit: CourtesyThis Buddha Board will allow the recipient of your gift to indulge in some drawing therapy. You dip the brush in water to paint and watch your drawing to come to life, but as the water evaporates, so does the painting, and you’re back to a fresh canvas. Read more: Best Gifts for Women2Best…
A nightly glass of wine is a not-uncommon way to unwind. The pleasant effects of a glass of Merlot or Chardonnay can take the edge off a tough day, while the flavors of various wines can complement your dinner. But if you’ve ever wondered what your nightly wine habit is doing to your health, you’re not alone. Though medical experts believed for years that a nightly glass—especially of red wine —had multiple health benefits, more recent research has revealed that the health effects of drinking wine every day might be more complicated. Though research continues to tease apart the advantages…