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The wonderful world of gemstones is expansive — just as Earth is. After all, they come from the earth and form in seemingly a million unique ways. They’re not only colorful and mesmerizing, but they’re also used spiritually to heal, protect, and enhance oneself (via Healthline). Such is the case for gemstones like amazonite, clear quartz, and desert rose crystals. […]
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If you’re feeling disconnected from your inner self, down in the dumps, or spiritually unaligned, you might want to look into healing crystals. Whether you’re a quick believer or all-around unconvinced, more people are getting on board with the power of natural stones. As per Cosmopolitan, Gigi and Bella Hadid are fierce believers in crystals’ healing properties, turning to mother […]
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California’s annual health insurance enrollment season for individuals and families kicks off this week against a dramatic backdrop: the hotly contested presidential election; a pandemic raging out of control in much of the U.S.; and, on Nov. 10, a Supreme Court hearing of a case that could end the Affordable Care Act and strand millions without coverage. The massive unemployment […]
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Imagine you’re in the checkout line at the grocery store with a cartful of goods, and you approach the cashier with a collection of carefully organized, money-saving coupons. With each “Beep! Beep! Beep!” of the scanner, your savings rack up and the amount you owe swiftly dwindles right before your eyes. That thrill is real, friends. Whether you’re the type […]
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Having a healthy diet is the first and foremost defense against deadly diseases like cancer. A proper mix of the right nutrients boosts our immunity and gives us the strength to fight off not only cancer but also other severe conditions. While we already know consuming greens and fruits can help us stay healthy, some lesser-known foods can assist in […]
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It’s 2020. Why are we still embarrassed to talk about masturbation? It’s an unspoken rite of humanity; most of us do it, yet very few of us talk about it, and even fewer discuss it with our children. Like eating or breathing, sexual urges are a natural part of our biology, and by telling our children otherwise, we can set […]
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‘Tis the season, y’all. No, not just the festive one — ’tis also the season of soul-crushing college rejections! Some of the most renowned U.S. schools are sending our their Early Decision acceptances and rejections this week, and if you’re the parent of a high school senior, you may likely be feeling the stress — and the potential loss — […]
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As a young anatomist, I was fascinated by an ancient Greek sculpture at the National Museum in Rome known as Boxer of the Quirinal. The bronze figure has dark voids for eye sockets and very odd ears. The sculptor depicted in great detail the boxer’s cauliflower ear. Watching the Rugby World Cup recently, I was reminded of it. Cauliflower ear […]
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Pregnancy can be a time of anxious uncertainty, particularly if there are any risks of complications. The question always arises, from parents, grandparents, friends and others: “Will the baby be OK?” In cases where the baby has been exposed to opioids in the womb, the answer is unclear. As part of a National Institutes of Health initiative to study the […]
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For the Batek people of the Malaysian peninsula rainforest, laughter can be dangerous. Within the system of taboos of these egalitarian hunter-gatherers, laughing in certain situations can cause storms, illness or even death. And yet sometimes, Batek people—like anyone else—laugh when they know they shouldn’t. In fact, laughter can be especially pleasurable when it’s forbidden. What does this paradox tell […]
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