Heres what experts really think about boxed hair dye. We asked the pros for the honest truth. This is particularly true when going for an extreme change. Photo:Edgardo Contreras/Getty Images Is Box Dye Bad for Your Hair? The reality is that no hair dye is good for your hair. Modern versions often boast hydrating ingredients and less harsh chemicals. Theyre like the skincare-infused makeup of the hair world, she says....
Learn the differences between CBD, THC, and CBG. Getty Images Key Takeaways Chances are, you know at least a little something aboutCBD. But you might be less familiar with CBG (short for cannabigerol). Photo:Getty Images Like CBD, this substance may provide healing benefits without altering mood or perception. What Is CBG, and How Is It Formed? For starters, CBG (aka cannabigerol) is one of many cannabinoids from the cannabis plant....
These ultra-crunchy veggies are overflowing with water, micronutrients, gut-healthy fiber, and more. Kristen Carli, MS, RD, is a registered dietitian nutritionist and the owner ofCamelback Nutrition & Wellness. Here’s a look at what is inside 1 cup of chopped celery (or about 101 grams). Photo:Claudia Totir/Getty Images When consumed in large amounts, fiber can cause digestive issues for some people. As with most foods, moderation is key. Water is the ultimate hydrator, and one of the key benefits of celery is its high water content....
Dentist-approved habit or hidden culprit? But is it actually helping your oral healthor could it be quietly sabotagingyour smile? Negatives of Chewing Gum Lets start with the not-so-sweet side. Photo:Lyalya Go/Getty Images Chewing gum all the time might put extra strain on your jaw, she says. Its also important to note that it may pose additional challenges for those with braces or recent dental work. Youre basically bathing your teeth in candy, Dr....
There’s nothing better than a bowl of chili on a cold day. Find out ways to make it better for you, too. Chili can be healthy, with qualifiers. istetiana / Getty Images ), and iron. As forthe chili itself, there are easy tweaks to make itmorenutritious. See if they inspire you to make your next pot taste betterandbetter for you. lacaosa / Getty Images. Besides making the meal larger and more satiating, beans pack quite the nutritious punch....
Good news: you could hold onto your honey for a very, very long time. Huseyin Asliyuce/Getty Images Honey is considered one of the healthiest sweeteners around. Does Honey Actually Go Bad? Photo:Huseyin Asliyuce/Getty Images The short answer: Honey really doesn’t expire or go bad. you might thank honey’s chemical makeupwhich has surprisingly low water content and a high pH. “That is how they make mead.” Fermented honey will have an obvious bread-like, alcohol smell....
This flavorful dish is more than just delicious. Read on to discover all the ways curry may benefit your health. Each of these ingredients could bedeemed a superfoodon their own, let alone when theyre combined. Photo:Ryzhkov/Getty Images Here are some of the most impressive health benefits of curry pastes and powders. And although coriander and cilantro come from the same plant, they offer slightly different nutritional benefits. heart protective) benefits through mechanisms like reducing blood pressure and cholesterol levels....
Although the thought of cleansing twice seems like double the effort, it can have double the benefits. We talked to dermatologists to get the rundown on double cleansing and the best products for your cleansing routine. What Is Double Cleansing? Photo:People Images/Getty Images Anti-aging is another huge benefit of double cleansing. Not properly cleansing your skin can lead to advanced aging and oxidation which equates to brown spots and wrinkles....
The reason behind your rinse and repeat. it’s possible for you to add double shampooing to the mix of hair health goodness. New to the concept? Photo:Iryna Veklich/Getty Images What Is Double Shampooing? Double shampooing is the practice of washing your hair with shampoo twice in a row within a single shower. This can be really good for scalp health. And as we all know, scalp health is hair health....
Like pretty much every food, it’s healthiest in moderation. Of course, you could always sneak a packet of prunes into your bag. But is dried fruit healthy enough to make up one of your daily servings of fruit? Jen Causey We tapped nutrition expert Amy Shapiro, RD, to give us the lowdown on dried fruit. Is Dried Fruit Healthy? Dried fruit is healthy because eating fruit in any form is better than consuming zero fruit....
You might want to have a snack handy. Christina Manian, RDN, is a registered dietitian and sustainable food systems professional. Here are some other science-backed benefits to it, beyond helping to wake you up. Jonathan Knowles/Getty Images Aids Digestion Coffee is also known to help aid digestion. Drinking coffee can help move things along through your stomach and intestinal tract. The result: You go to the bathroom more. Science says coffee can seriously boost your moodand reverse the effects of sleep deprivation on your mood....
Some research links eating an early dinner to certain health benefitsbut there’s really no one-size-fits-all dinner time. Santorines/Getty Images Does your dinner timereallymatter for your health? Why Do Some People Think Eating an Early Dinner Is Better for You? Photo:Santorines/Getty Images The shift may have started in 2020, as the beginning of the pandemic hit. Many restaurants reduced their hours, and patrons got used to eating earlierand those trends have remained....
So you could be the best plant parent. Nataliia Tymofieieva / Getty Images Being aplant parentisnt always easy. But what about what kind of water to use? Photo:Nataliia Tymofieieva / Getty Images So should you use tap or filtered water? Heres what the pros have to say. But this isnt the only reason he thinks its best to avoid watering your plant with tap water. Fluoride toxicity can lead to tip burn and leaf discoloration in sensitive plants, he explains....
