It’s Not Just You: Entering Perimenopause Can Throw Your Sleep Out of Whack

The hormonal and lifestyle changes of perimenopause can cause serious sleep problems. Here, sleep and menopause experts offer solutions. Why can perimenopause cause problems with sleep? In perimenopause, specifically, the changes in estrogen and progesterone have unique sleep-related effects. Supportive daily habits also tend to fall by the wayside in this overextended scenario, says Dr. Sims. Any of the above can worsen perimenopausal symptoms across the board, including sleep issues....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 143 words · Susan Peterson

It’s Official: Black Cherry Is *the* Biggest Trend of Winter 2024

Black cherry is taking over our beauty bags and closets. Inside, find our top product picks for rocking the trend from lipstick to purses. Instead, its a sophisticated fruity floral that feels like a unique winter scent for your home. Its the perfect way to channel vampy, wintery vibes but in a cool, moody way. Its fruity, floral, milky, and a great base for layering on your favorite fall fragrance....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 129 words · Larry Stokes

It’s Official: First Aid Ultra Repair Cream Is the Holy Grail for My Sensitive Skin

This editor’s First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream review might help you find your skin’s holy grail. Despite that, I relocated to Boston a few summers ago. It was the most uncomfortable my skin had felt in years. A friend with similarly sensitive skin recommended theUltra Repair Cream, and after trying it, I was hooked. Turns out, Im not alonemany people with sensitive skin notice irritation and dryness when the weather changes....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 187 words · Jasmine Hanson

It’s Official: Poached Pears in Red Wine Are the Best Winter Dessert

Looking for an easy but fancy dessert? The end result is a gorgeous, show-stopping winter dessert that should have a place on any holiday table. I love Shiraz for poaching pearsits dry and not too sweet. Combine the wine with 2 cups of water in a large saucepan to a simmer. Turn the pears once or twice while they poach. Turn off the heat, uncover the pan, and let the pears cool....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 165 words · Erin Mason

It’s official: The 2020 Olympics will be postponed—here’s how that’ll impact athletes

Yep, the 2020 Olympics are postponed and wont be taking place come July. Although postponement is the safest option overall, it wont come without a cost to athletes. In such serious times, the IOC would be remiss not to listen. Weve reached out to athletes and will continue to update this post as we get their statements and reactions. Maintaining a sense of human connection during COVID-19 can be tough,heres what the experts recommend....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 99 words · Theresa Lane

It’s Official: This 4-Piece Fragrance Layering Set Will Turn Your Morning Routine into a Much-Needed Spa Moment

Holiday stress getting to you? This is how this four-piece Philosophy Amazing Grace set is helping one editor have a much-needed spa moment. Im already bracing myself for the holiday hustle and the no-time-for-myself angst that comes with it. And the full sets on sale for just $85. Spritz on a favorite scent? Take one deep breath of the best-sellingAmazing Gracescent, and youll feel like youve been transported to a spaseriously....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 144 words · Andrew Schroeder

It’s Official: This Is the Best, Easiest Way To Cook Acorn Squash

Try this easy method forroasted acorn squash. Acorn squash is full of nutrients like fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants. Native people specifically bred different varieties of squash for different characteristics. For acorn squash, thats a sweet flavor and soft texture when roasted. The hardest part is cutting the acorn squash. If that sounds intimidating, fret not because Gladstone also demonstrates an easy way to slice it. founder of Indigikitchen And if I think its easy, then everyone else should be okay....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 121 words · Joshua Bates

It’s Okay To Keep Wearing Your Mask If That Makes You Feel Better

Your Low-Stress Guide to Leveling-Up Your Bedtime Routine Are You Burnt Out or Depressed? So, why are so many of us reluctant to do so? Isnt that what weve been waiting for? Theres uncertainty abouthow long immunity will last, aboutwho around us is vaccinated, and more, she says. A fear for personal health as well as the fear of unknowingly infecting others may foster ongoing anxiety. So, some people may feel safest in a mask....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 227 words · Mrs. Julie Rodgers

It’s Possible To Wash Away Negative Energy in the Shower—Here Are 7 Affirmations To Help

Affirmations work best when they’re done daily, so it makes sense to practice shower affirmations. Here are seven examples to try. Your Low-Stress Guide to Leveling-Up Your Bedtime Routine Are You Burnt Out or Depressed? Shower affirmations can help you cleanse yourself of unwanted energy (as the water is literally cleansing you). And depending on the cadence you typically shower, shower affirmations naturally lend themselves to such a daily practice....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 276 words · Jake Newman

It’s Repellent Season, and an MD Is Weighing In on the Benefits (and Biggest Myths) Around DEET

Not sure what the deal is with DEET insect repellent? A pediatrician weighs in on the biggest benefits and the most common misconceptions. Name a bigger nuisance than a bug bite. (Well wait.) Do you go for sprays or gels? Do itch-relief sticks actually work? … And whats the deal with DEET? Youre in luck: The pediatric emergency medicine physician that goes byDr. Beachgem, MD, has the answers, no lingering at the repellent shelves necessary....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 235 words · Trevor Bender

It’s the 10th Anniversary of the World Happiness Report—Here’s the Biggest Takeaway From This Year’s Study

Your Low-Stress Guide to Leveling-Up Your Bedtime Routine Are You Burnt Out or Depressed? He was also a researcher for the 2022 World Happiness Report. The resulting sense of belonging and support youd feel in that scenario isnt to be understated, either. … Got it, you’ve been added to our email list. Chris Barrington-Leigh, PhD, is an Associate Professor jointly appointed by McGill’s Institute for Health and Social Policy and the School of Environment, with associate appointment in the Department of Economics....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 244 words · Antonio Heath

It’s the Most Intense Political Week of the Year, and Astrological Wild Cards Are on the Table

Here’s what to know. Mercury stations direct, ending his retrograde journey, whichbegan October 13, on November 3. This means we head into the pivotal election week with many astrological wild cards on the table. Yet, maintaining joy this week will require extraordinary discipline given the double Mercury square to Saturn. On Sunday, she opposes Chiron in Aries, inviting you to make peace with your wounds. Mars, who isretrograde until November 13, makes an inconjunct to the sun, too....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 138 words · Mary Ward

It’s Time To Cool It With the Disinfectant—Soapy Water Is Enough To Clean Your Home

Want To Transform Your Outdoor Space into a Calming, Boho-Chic Escape (Um, Yes)? We went a bit overboard. And if youve maintained those habits, its time to cool it. Soapy water for cleaning is all you need. But dont go overboard, says Melissa Maker, host of theCleanMySpace YouTube channel. Your cupboards and your furniture, all of that stuff doesnt need to be disinfected. consultant forStatewide Program for Infection Prevention Control and Emidemologyand adjunct clinical instructor atUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill...

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 164 words · Christina Hill