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Hannie Van Baarle/EyeEm/Getty Images I lived in a tent at the Dead Sea in Israel for 18 months, but it was changing my diet that helped my psoriasis. I was diagnosed with psoriasis at the age of the 12. Every decision I made in my life after that diagnosis revolved around my health, specifically my skin.  I tried hundreds of topical medications, oral remedies, tar baths, and ultraviolet ray treatments. If it was a conventional treatment, odds are my doctors tried it.  I spent a total of 1 year of my life living in the hospital and even lived in...

Anaerobic exercise is any type of activity that doesn’t use oxygen to break down glucose for energy. It comes with some significant benefits for health! HIIT training, pilates, yoga, and weightlifting all fall under the anaerobic umbrella. There’s a wide world of physical activities out there, from handball to ice skating to salsa dancing (just watch the Olympics late at night if you need any proof). And even though the particulars of how you move your body can vary, you might think all exercise uses the same energetic pathways. But in fact, that’s not quite true. Anaerobic exercise, for example,...

Losing function in your hands, on top of dealing with psoriasis, can amplify mental health challenges, but there are things you can do. When psoriasis affects your hands, it can be uncomfortable and can even lead to a loss of movement and function. But psoriasis doesn’t have to drive the bus. You can take matters into your own hands to help yourself feel better. Your hands are a very sensitive part of your body. They have a lot of nerve endings, joints, muscles, and ligaments that help you move and give your brain a lot of sensory information. Because of...

It’s time to talk about *all* types of self-care, including physical, mental, social, emotional, and environmental. The self-care trend continues and we are here for it. It’s a legit way to improve or maintain your well-being. But self-care can mean much more than bubble baths, candles, and face masks. (Though NGL, those things are pretty great, too.) When we define exactly what part of our life needs extra TLC, we can do a better job at creating a self-care habit or ritual to serve it. For example, if you notice you feel a little lonely, a bath alone is unlikely...

Potassium is an essential mineral that keeps your body functioning properly, by regulating fluid balance. It reduces your risk of high blood pressure, stroke, and kidney stones. You need to eat enough food sources of potassium to meet your daily needs. Potassium is the unsung hero of the mineral world. It doesn’t get the attention it deserves, despite being needed for healthy cell function and fluid balance, nerve and muscle function, and countless other critical functions.  It’s uber important you get enough potassium from your diet. Here’s a rundown of the 16 best potassium powerhouses to pack your plate with....

You can make your very own homemade toothpaste with baking soda, coconut oil, or charcoal. It’s kind on the earth, easy on the wallet, and fun to create. So move over, mint, let’s mix things up! Do you wanna add a little pizzazz to your pearly whites, but you’re tired of the same ol’ basic toothpaste? Well, get ready to switch things up and embark on a dental adventure!  You don’t have to settle for generic, store-bought toothpaste. Nope, variety is the spice of life. So why not become a natural toothpaste mixologist and create a dental hygiene masterpiece free...

Most people can enjoy nightshade vegetables without any issues. However, people with certain sensitivities or health conditions may want to eliminate them from their diet. Read on to see if you’re at risk and learn what delicious alternatives are still on the menu. Nightshades are flowering plants that belong to the Solanaceae family. There are more than 2,700 species of them, ranging from crops to spices to weeds to medicinal herbs. When you hear the word nightshade, you might think deadly. You wouldn’t be totally wrong. Atropa belladonna, deadly nightshade, is indeed the edgy goth black sheep of the Solanaceae...

Ozempic is an injectable drug developed for diabetes management. While it’s not intended for weight loss, some people have begun using it for this purpose. We’ve got the deets on how it works and whether it’s safe for weight loss. Wouldn’t it be great if you could simply take medication and immediately lose weight? Modern technology might not be quite there, but the newer-to-market prescription drug Ozempic offers promise for reduced cravings, minimal side effects, and pounds that fall away at a slow-and-steady rate. If you’ve heard the buzz about Ozempic, you may be wondering if this new injectable is...

Exercise addiction is a behavioral addiction characterized by a compulsion to exercise, at the expense of your other obligations, relationships, and health needs. There are lots of effective treatments that can help. Exercise is amazing, right? Mental health, physical health, fat loss, muscle growth, cardiovascular fitness… the list of benefits just goes on and on and on. But in exercise addiction, the role of exercise shifts from “routine part of a healthy lifestyle” to “toxic taskmaster.” Especially in our fitness- and body-focused culture, exercise addiction can be a deeply insidious problem. We spoke to two mental health experts who specialize...