Growing up in the Arab world, as a woman, from pre-pubescence onwards, I was often taught to view my body and desires with a sense of shame. For years, it seems the media, schools, doctors, and even friends and relatives have perpetuated the myth that my virtue is tied to my chastity, and that being […]
If your skin has ever reacted to drinking wine, you’re not alone. While many of us experience facial flushing when nursing a glass of chablis, there are numerous other ways drinking wine can negatively impact your overall skin health. Naturopathic doctor and beauty expert Dr Isabel Sharkar, co-founder of the Indigo Integrative Health Clinic in […]
“Been breastfeedin’ in compression socks for the past 3 weeks, hbu?” wrote Ilana Glazer alongside a recent Instagram photo of her nursing her newborn baby. In both her art and her real life, the False Positive star has made it her mission to demisogynise the pregnancy experience—and in her first few weeks as a mum, […]
Enjoying a soak in a hot tub is a pleasurable experience but did you know how many health benefits hot tubs have? Read on to find out more. 1. It potentially improves your cardiovascular health Bruce Becker, M.D. states that submerging your whole body up to the neck presents you with a cardiac workout. With […]
The human body can suffer from various conditions, and the results might be discomfort or pain. These feelings can tell you a great deal about what is happening with your body. If you ignore these sensations, then it is usually a mistake. You need to listen to what your body tells you if you […]
It’s no secret that beards are back. From the classic goatee to the chin strap – and even mutton chops – black men are embracing facial hair once again. And it’s no wonder, a beard takes your look to the next level, shows off your personality, and emphasizes your best features. And even better, […]
Whether you want to equip your home gym or you’re just looking for a good exercise bike, picking out the right product is no easy task, especially if you’re on a budget. While high-end exercise bikes generally offer better quality and performance, there are excellent, more reasonably priced machines on the market that can be […]
I fear this year there will be none of Keats’s promise of “season of mists and mellow fruitfulness”. Rather, we would be better to bulk buy SAD [Seasonal Affective Disorder] light accessories and only then immerse ourselves in the poet’s concept of “negative capability”, which translates roughly as: Don’t let uncertainty paralyse you. It’s uncertain, […]
As people strive to live healthier lifestyles, many are drawn towards technology and gadgets that may improve their overall well-being. One of these newly-developed devices is the Electromagnetic Field (EMF) meter and monitor.This device is used to measure the surrounding environment for the presence of electromagnetic fields and detect different forms of EMF, from high […]
Fragrance plays an essential role in how others perceive and remember you. As such, it’s an integral part of your personal style and something that you can utilize to your advantage. However, whether you want your cologne to increase your attractiveness or boost your confidence, you’ll need to know how to use it correctly […]