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Taro Root or Arbi is a starchy tuber that belongs to the Araceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and India but is now cultivated and consumed in various parts of the world. The taro root plant grows in tropical and subtropical regions and is characterized by large, heart-shaped leaves. The tuberous root itself is round or oblong in shape, with a rough, brown outer skin. The flesh of the Arbi root can range in color from white to pale pink or purple, depending on the variety. Being a tuber, it is considered a staple food in many cultures.…
Life is all about choices big and small — and so is sex. If you decide to have sex in the first place, one pretty important choice is how to help prevent unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs).Choosing the right birth control method for you might come down to your lifestyle preferences. Do you want a method you can put in and forget about? Is STI prevention front and center in your mind? Do you need a solution for heavy periods?No matter what you’re looking for in birth control, trust us — there’s a method for you. We know…
With the Well+Good SHOP, our editors put their years of know-how to work in order to pick products (from skin care to self care and beyond) they’re betting you’ll love. While our editors independently select these products, making a purchase through our links may earn Well+Good a commission. Happy shopping! Explore the SHOP For over 15 years, commercial airline pilot Joi Schweitzer has been fulfilling her childhood dream of flying the skies. Schweitzer, who first worked as a flight attendant before earning her pilot’s license, sees herself as a role model for young black women who hold that same dream…
Fitness professionals often complain about fitness “influencers” with large social media followings who peddle “T&A—and abs” all over their social media. This almost always leads to the inevitable discussion of how to differentiate a skilled and reputable coach from someone who only wants to separate you from your money? It’s nowhere near as simple as glaring red flags. What are our real problems here? Some fitness professionals are distracted from the mission of helping people. The everyday person just wants to feel better, feel healthy, lose the weight, and get strong, and that person is being misled or confused into…
Father’s Day is fast approaching, and to say that many Americans plan to take part in this special day would be a major understatement. According to a new survey from the National Retail Federation, three-quarters of consumers plan to celebrate Father’s Day this year. Additionally, each plans to spend a record $196.23 on average, while total spending for the holiday is expected to exceed a whopping $22.9 billion. In other words, Father’s Day is an exceptionally pricey holiday. Luckily, several major restaurant chains are offering some special meal deals and promotions this weekend that will help you celebrate dad without…
Originally $24, now $19.20 The latest addition to Kosas’s lip-care line not only offers a stunning glossy finish, but also focuses on overall lip health. Made with ingredients like squalane, ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and mango butter, this creamy formula delivers long-lasting hydration, helps smooth the lips’ overall texture, and even offers a subtle plumping effect. Ingredients: Squalane, ceramides, hyaluronic acid, peptides, mango butter Colors: Cool baby pink, neutral light pink, neutral rosy beige, cool mauve pink, warm rosy beige, warm peachy beige, neutral pink beige, warm rosy brown, warm toasty red, cool rosy mauve, warm rich brown, cool magenta …
Intrigued by pickleball? Yeah, same. Luckily, with courts springing up across the country, there’s never been a better time to get into the game. By learning basic pickleball rules—as well as a few other fundamentals—anyone can try their hand at America’s fastest-growing sport and experience what the hype is all about.Part of pickleball’s allure is that it’s pretty beginner-friendly, Landon Uetz, PT, DPT, physical therapist and certified pickleball coach in Chandler, Arizona, tells SELF. And you don’t need experience with other racquet sports (like badminton or ping pong) to give it a go, he says.In fact, it’s more suited to…
The product recommendations in this post are recommendations by the writer and/or expert(s) interviewed and do not contain affiliate links. Meaning: If you use these links to buy something, we will not earn a commission. Next Wednesday marks the official start of summer, also known as ice cream season. While the beloved frozen dessert is enjoyed year-round, warmer temperatures make it an even more sought-after item. If you’re looking to try new flavors, there’s no better place to visit than frozen food paradise, Trader Joe’s. The beloved specialty grocery chain regularly launches new items and brings back old favorites, two of…
World Blood Donor Day, which is observed Wednesday, June 14, is an effort by the World Health Organization to raise awareness of the need for safe blood and blood products, and to thank voluntary, unpaid blood donors for their lifesaving gifts of blood. Nearly 16 million blood components are transfused each year in the U.S., according to the American Red Cross. Daily needs include 29,000 units of red blood cells, 5,000 units of platelets and 6,500 units of plasma. People need a blood transfusion for many reasons. Some may need blood during surgery. Others depend on it after an accident or because they have a disease that…
Last spring I took my dog on a walk in a state park while visiting family in Florida. It was a cool day (for Florida, anyway), and the trail was lined with tropical plants. Just as I was feeling stoked that I found a beautiful new hiking spot, I noticed a black spot on my dog. It was a tick. Gross, but no big deal, I thought. I pulled it off and continued onward. Within a few minutes, I noticed another tick—then another, and another, and another—on him, but also on my arms, shoes, and socks. By the end of the…