As a personal trainer, I am consistently asked what exercises to do and what foods to consume to achieve this look. I am confident that I know the so-called secret to a six-pack, but I will never, ever recommend it to my clients. Let me explain. This is because women generally need a body fat percentage of at least 20 percent in order to remain fertile and have regular menstrual cycles....

People might have their own private theories about it, but a new study1 published in the Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy has identified three specific factors that make women more likely to have more sexual desire for a partner: intimacy, “celebrated otherness,” and “object-of-desire affirmation.” Let’s break these down. “The link between separateness and the construct of desire is evident in theoretical views that describe desire as a wish for something one does not have, or for something that is currently unattainable,” Prekatsounaki and her team write....

This results in a lower functional quality to the normal fiber alignment, reduced flexibility and affects the sensory feedback in that area. Scars also affect our fascia, the body’s connective tissue that surrounds all of our muscles, organs and nerves. These collagen fibers are designed in a web-like fashion and can withstand tension from all directions to move smoothly with muscles as they contracts and relax. It’s only when scar tissue occurs that this smooth movement is disrupted....

But what is it really? And is it even beneficial or—more importantly—safe? Certain spas offer 30-minute vaginal steams on their menu of services. The steams can also be done at home, for anywhere from 20 to 60 minutes. Before trying it at home, you’ll want to make sure you’re aware of all the risks, which we’ll get into later, and the supposed benefits. If you’ve made an educated decision that you want to try it, you can follow these steps: Across the web, people have jumped up to criticize and disprove the claims made about the benefits of vaginal steaming....

Here’s your introduction to Vedic astrology (warning: it might shake up the way you read your horoscope). “Vedic astrology contains within it the rich spiritual traditions and myths of ancient Indian culture,” explains founder of Moondance Vedic Astrology and author of Vedic Astrology for Beginners, Pamela McDonough. “Even today, throughout much of India, Jyotish is an accepted science and, for many, is part of their lifestyle.” In its earliest days, Vedic astrology was used to determine important dates for sacrifices and rituals....

Nevertheless, you may resonate very strongly with one particular sign—and it might be because you have a stellium. Never heard of it? Here, mbg’s resident astrologists the AstroTwins break down what this astrological phenomenon is all about, and what it means if you have one (or more) in your chart. According to the twins, “A stellium is when three or more planets are clustered in a single zodiac sign or house of someone’s chart....

If you’re already adept in all things undertones, feel free to skip to the quiz below. But if you’re new to the venture, we break down everything you need to know about undertones, as well as how to identify your own. The plot thickens: Not only do different people have different undertones, but you may also have a variety of undertones across your own face. For instance, you may appear warmer on the forehead with cool, purplish hues around the eyes....

“Hormonal hair loss is caused by hormone shifts that can frequently occur at menopause, perimenopause, pregnancy, or just high stress or trauma,” says Taz Bhatia, M.D., mbg Collective member and author of Super Woman Rx. The good news? While it’s a complicated issue, it’s definitely a solvable one—if you know what to do. Sara Gottfried, M.D. and author of The Brain Body Diet, finds that in her patients, “hair loss is sometimes associated with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS, with high androgens), but more commonly, the root cause is low iron, thyroid hormone imbalance, or insulin resistance....

And adding more family-friendly meals to her repertoire isn’t the only quarantine lesson she’s learned. Planning ahead has some unexpected perks: Kelly’s found she’s able to save way more time and money than she realized. “Now we do two grocery stores once a week versus multiple trips throughout the week. I’ve found it calming; it’s freed up a lot more time in a day. We added all our grocery bills, and it’s a big difference—especially when you include lunches, meeting people for drinks, and all those coffees....

To find out, I decided to do a serious cleanse. For 21 days in the middle of an action-packed summer, I gave up sugar, gluten, dairy, dark meats, nightshade vegetables (peppers, tomatoes, potatoes, and eggplants), alcohol, and (the hardest part) coffee. For more on how to start eating clean, check out our tips for making a healthy grocery list.

Below are some of the main differences between classical tantra and neotantra that speak to the philosophical evolutions and practice-based changes in tantric thought. As opposed to focusing on sex, classical tantra involves more mantras, yantras, and rituals, says tantra teacher and bodyworker Samya Dhyan. “It doesn’t involve many sexual practices; even if there are some, they are mostly through visualization,” she tells mbg. Neotantra originated as a more modern adaptation of classical tantra over the course of the last 150 years or so, Grace explains, and it focuses on sacred sexuality as its main practice, goal, and path toward transcendence....

I do want to make it clear that I have always thought that grass-fed, no hormone animal protein is 100 percent good-for-you. I have never thought there is anything wrong about eating meat. It provides great nutritional value and protein and I still made it for my husband all the time. I never really thought about what would happen with my relationship with meat in the future. I just went with the flow, but after five years without meat in my life, I started to get an itch for it again....

“These nasty little guys are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1). For context, HSV-2 is what causes the STD genital herpes outbreaks,” explains William Cole, D.C., IFMCP, functional medicine expert and mbg Collective member. If it’s any consolation to the itching and discomfort, Cole assures us that there are around 3 million cases of the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1) reported every year. And 85 percent of people will contract it by the time they’re 60—meaning you’re certainly not alone....

Taking care of ourselves, and our skin, can provide a welcome sense of relief and calm and give you one less thing to worry about. So, we’re calling on a powerful and dynamic skin care duo to help with the fretting and alleviate our skin stress: CBD + goat milk. For all your skin care needs, there’s a CBD + Goat Milk pairing from Beekman 1802 that will have you feeling and looking calm....

Of course, their answer is always “no.” If they had been asked to give advice, they would not be asking me if they should offer it. I used to always think when I offered advice I was being caring, but obviously others didn’t agree. They generally got defensive, or argued with me and went into resistance, or left the friendship. I could not understand why they didn’t want my great wisdom!...

Goat, sheep, and cow’s milk cheeses have always made up the cheese-board standard, but it’s almost 2023… If there’s not a plant milk cheese on the table, then everyone’s missing out. You may not know what a plant milk cheese is capable of, but the Artisan Cheese Wheels from Miyoko’s Creamery are ready to woo every cheese enthusiast’s standards and then some. Once you taste for yourself—you won’t make another holiday cheese board without one....

But just because it’s good for the soul doesn’t always mean our favorite pasta dishes are actually good for us. Enter these sauces, which provide updates to the classic favorite sauces we all know, with healthy swaps to make you feel as good as they taste. Pair them with a grain-free pasta for a wholesome (and filling) homemade meal.

Although, it can take quite a bit of testing to find the formula you can’t live without—the good news is, mbg embraced most of the legwork for you. With these picks below, you’ll be sure to find your staple balm. If you’re looking for lip volume, this tinted plumper has you covered. Konjac root provides a subtle sting (and a temporary swollen appearance), while the brand’s proprietary lip-plumping complex enhances lip volume for a supple, smooth pout....

If you’ve never stepped foot in a boxing gym, the idea of throwing punches may feel a bit intimidating. But I’m here to tell you that boxing is a fantastic total-body workout for all levels—beginners included. Each circuit in this workout is three minutes long, which is how long a fighter has each round in a ring. So I expect you to keep your body moving and heart pumping the entire time before moving to the next circuit....