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The Chinese Lunar New Year starts Wednesday, and one concept will be radiating throughout the year—internal transformation. Three aspects of the Chinese astrology zodiac are converging to make this year all about introspection and change: the animal symbolism of the snake, the elemental cycle of a wood year, and the switch from “yang” to “yin” energy. So in this yin Year of the Wood Snake, get ready to shed your skin. The Chinese astrology zodiac has multiple astrological features that determine the character of a year (and a person born in that year). Here’s how three major aspects will impact what’s in store for 2025. Yin vs. Yang Years In the two-year cycle between yin and yang, yang years (or even number years) are more active, while yin years are more still and contemplative. As an odd number year, 2025 is a yin…

If you haven't personally experienced an unpleasant stomach bug this winter, you probably know someone who has: Norovirus cases have been spiking in the U.S. for months now. In early December, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released data showing that reported outbreaks had more than doubled compared to the same time period between 2021 and 2023. Norovirus outbreaks can be hard to contain in part because the virus is *extremely* contagious. It very easily spreads from person to person through someone who already has the virus or from contaminated food, water, or surfaces. The condition causes a flurry of gastrointestinal symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, and stomach pain. "Just 10 or more particles of this small virus can lead to illness, and it can live on contaminated surfaces for one to two weeks," says Sherrill Brown, M.D., medical director of…

The new moon in freedom-loving Aquarius is here at 7:36 a.m. ET, delivering a future-forward vibe for your daily horoscope. With this super analytical lunation in a friendly trine to lucky Jupiter a few hours later, this is exactly the positive vibe shift we’ve been hoping for all month. It could feel slightly jarring as lunations in this sign tend to rev up our nervous system, so have calming tools on hand if you need to relieve stress. This is also the lunar New Year and the beginning of the Year of the Wood Snake in Chinese astrology, signaling spiritual evolution and deep transformation. It’s time to shed your skin and show the world a brand new you—a little bit of soul exfoliation goes a long way. Looking for even more astrology insights? Read your January 2025 horoscope and your full 2025 romance…

Achieving a glowy, radiant-looking base doesn't mean you have to layer on multiple products. In most cases, less is more! That's why we love tinted moisturizers; they are multitaskers that deliver the best of both worlds: makeup and skincare. Depending on your needs, these hardworking formulas work as the perfect makeup base with added hydration, sun protection, and more. If you like a full-coverage face of makeup, tinted moisturizers may not be for you. However, if a minimal, lightweight makeup look (and application process) is more you, we’ve got you covered. Ahead, we rounded up the best-tinted moisturizers for every skin type, but first, we tapped the experts to break down what to look for when shopping for a tinted moisturizer. What to look for Coverage Level: Some formulas offer barely-there translucence, while others build up to medium coverage. At the end of…

Navigating menopause is hardly a one-size-fits-all process. Each individual going through this life change encounters a unique set of side effects. While most are familiar with conventional symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, and vaginal dryness, some symptoms remain surprising and lesser-known. One such symptom is the occasional feeling of dizziness, lightheadedness, or unsteadiness. Who knew? Unfortunately, this puzzling sensation is more common than one might think. Research estimates that 1 in 4 people experience dizziness at some point during menopause. Therefore, to experience a case of the wobbles should not be considered unusual. So, what causes dizziness during menopause? This blog post explores the connection between menopause and dizziness, alongside strategies to restore your balance and feel more stable. How Dizziness and Menopause are Connected The link between menopause and dizziness primarily involves your endocrine system, responsible for producing and distributing…

The gritty new Max medical drama The Pitt treats viewers to mile-a-minute sights and sounds of a hospital emergency room. We’re talking a mangled foot, patients waiting in the hallway demanding sandwiches, and an attending doctor who can’t find time to pee. If this sounds like your idea of a good time, you’ve got company. The show, starring and co-produced by ER alum Noah Wyle, is getting positive reviews from critics and viewers. While fans are mostly praising the show for its realism, some are also overwhelmed by the fast-paced life-and-death stakes. “Started watching The Pitt on HBO and uh what the f*ck lmao I’m so stressed out???” says Threads user dr.bookish.biologist. Hospital dramas have long captured viewers’ attention. However, The Pitt is particularly engrossing because each hour-long episode depicts one hour of a 15-hour-long shift. That makes watching the show feel like…

The global wellness economy is valued at 1.8 trillion dollars annually, with physical activity, beauty and personal care, and nutritional eating taking the top spots. But, right now, it’s highly debatable how well we really are—and what the word “wellness” even means.If you ask Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Americans are incredibly unhealthy—and he’s on a mission to Make America Healthy Again (MAHA). He first began campaigning as an independent presidential candidate, then became the father of the MAHA movement, a subsidiary of the Trump presidential campaign, and now is Trump’s pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)—which includes the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and many other government agencies.While experts across the political spectrum are generally in favor of stricter regulations around food, supplement, and…

Not everyone has an appetite for a hearty breakfast right when they wake up. But a steaming hot cup of coffee? Hand it over ASAP, please. We all have that delicious food or beverage vice that gets us through the day, and for most coffee lovers, that starts as soon as they open their eyes and head to the kitchen or their fave local coffee shop. But…is it bad to drink coffee on an empty stomach? Sure, that jolt of caffeine wakes you up fairly quickly, but the problem is that coffee is also pretty acidic. Out of a pH scale of zero to 14—with anything below a seven being considered highly acidic—coffee lands somewhere around the 4.8 to 5 spot. This means if you already deal with gastrointestinal issues like acid reflux, drinking a cup of joe on an empty stomach might…

Pilates was created in the 1920s in New York City by Joseph Pilates and many of its exercises were originally used to help World War I patients rehabilitate injuries. Today, Pilates is used more for fitness than for physical rehabilitation, although its focus on building a strong core may help prevent or speed along healing from other injuries. If you’re considering giving this mind-and-body-focused workout a try, it’s key to have a grasp of Pilates’ foundational moves so that you can safely make the most of this muscle-building, endorphin-inducing workout. The benefits of Pilates Pilates is a unique fitness practice in that it focuses on more than just burning calories and achieving toned muscles—although you’ll do both of those things with a regular cadence of classes. Pilates is focused on three principles, according to the Pilates Foundation: breath, whole-body health, and whole-body commitment,…