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So you’ve finally found someone you like. Now, what’s the best way to get to know them better? (No, it’s not by going through their entire social media history.) It’s good to let things unfold naturally, but it’s also important to have intentional conversations to clarify if you’re a good match and whether there may be a future together. Before you can start a productive conversation to help you get closer, you must look at yourself —and understand what’s important to you and how you show up in a relationship. Ahead, some solid questions for yourself and your significant other. Consider how you feel and behave first First, consider how it feels to be with your potential partner, says Kevin Gilliland, a licensed clinical psychologist and the author of Struggle Well, Live Well. These questions will help you examine your own experience and…

Whether or not you subscribe to the Hallmark side of Valentine's Day, there's no denying that a holiday devoted to love is a great opportunity to shake off the mid-winter blahs—especially in the bedroom. If you’re coupled up, gifting your partner a sexy something is a fantastic way to show your affection and keep the spark alive. And, if you’re flying solo, there’s an even better reason to treat yourself to a new sex toy—because nobody loves you like you do! Fortunately, intimacy brands like Lovehoney are currently offering significant sales, with discounts up to 57 percent, to help get you in the festive mood. Among the many high-value toys featured in the Lovehoney Valentine’s Day Sale, a standout item you cannot afford to miss is the Lovehoney “12 Days of Romance” Valentine’s Day Gift Set, which is essentially a sexy advent calendar.…

How often should you poop? It’s one of those questions that doesn’t come up in polite conversation, but everyone secretly wonders about it. From once a day to a few times a week, everyone's pooping habits can be different. While some of us are regular “clockwork” poopers, others might skip a day or two. But how often should you actually go? Ahead, we break down the healthy range and what different pooping patterns can mean for your gut health (including when your bathroom rhythms might warrant a trip to your healthcare provider). How many bowel movements are considered ‘normal’? Well, it depends on what’s normal for you. In fact, there’s quite a spectrum when it comes to poop frequency. “A normal number of bowel movements can range from one to three times per day to three to four times per week,” says Peyton…

With the current outbreak of avian flu, you may be wondering if your eggs are safe to eat. Luckily, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) says that the chances of contracting avian flu from eating eggs are very low. But raw eggs can still pose a health risk. “According to a 2013 report by the USDA, over 30 percent of raw shell eggs are contaminated with salmonella,” says Emily Hovis, an assistant teaching professor at the University of Washington’s Department of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences and a former retail food safety specialist. “While that number is concerning, salmonella (and other pathogens, including bird flu) can be killed with proper cooking to 165°F.” (For reference, a cooked sunny side-up egg will reach 165°F.) But what about recipes that call for raw or undercooked eggs—like carbonara or tiramisu? For certain dishes, there’s no appropriate…

Two fingers over from my wedding ring finger lies a band that seems to suggest betrothal to my AI boyfriend, but is actually a smart ring. Smart rings, for the uninitiated, are health and fitness metric trackers that slide onto your finger; they collect much of the same data as smart watches (the Apple Watch, Garmin Forerunner, Polar Grit, etc.), but do so in a bite (er, band) sized format. For the last decade, Oura Ring, which debuted their first product in 2015, has had a near-monopoly on the smart ring market. But that may be starting to change—the latter portion of 2024 alone saw Samsung launch the Galaxy Ring, Verizon tag-team with Ultrahuman to release the Ultrahuman Ring Air, and Amazon drop the Amazfit Helio. Despite an increasing number of options, however, smart rings have continued to be a rich-person game. The…

Right when I wake up, the hit of natural energy (cortisol, technically) tricks me into believing I can tackle my to-do list and hit the gym before noon. But that natural energy doesn't last very long—by the time I finish scanning my inbox and slipping on a workout set, you'll find me beelining to my Nespresso machine. That's why I'm always looking for alternative (cue: caffeine-free) ways to feel more energized. Recently, instead of reaching for a second cup, I decided to dust off my essential oil diffuser and pop in some uplifting scents. I’ve found that diffusing bright, citrusy oils, like lemon or orange, gives me that much-needed pep in my step, especially on gray, thick-of-winter days. I like my scent extra concentrated, so I pour about 10 drops of oil into my water-filled diffuser and let it work its magic while…

Herbalists, neuroscientists, and physical therapists might have different approaches to health care, but when it comes to starting the day, they have a lot in common. If your goal is to support brain health, mental health, or sleep, pros have a few tried and true tips for a calming morning routine that will set your day up for success.Why should you even attempt a routine? It turns out that just the act of establishing these must-dos can bolster well-being. Reuben Chen, MD, a sports medicine and pain physician specializing in longevity, says a relaxing routine prevents life or work tasks from hijacking the tone for the day. Routines can also help make positive lifestyle changes stick.“Too many people wake up every day with a barrage of chores and responsibilities,” Dr. Chen tells Well+Good. “I try to go about as regular a [morning routine]…

The moon remains in electric Aquarius fresh off yesterday’s new moon. And anything-goes Uranus moves direct after a five-month retrograde. Because this planet is as unconventional AF and the planetary ruler of the aforementioned sign, your daily horoscope will surely surprise you. This could mean you get a sudden wake-up call and have to spring into action. It can cause a bit of physical anxiety, so have all your comforting modalities lined up, like breathing techniques. Even if it feels like a jolt, it’s probably a signal that you’re about to start something incredibly exciting, and you want your body and mind to be ready. Looking for even more astrology insights? Read your January 2025 horoscope and your full 2025 romance horoscope. Aries March 21–April 19 Uranus comes back to life in your second house of money today, Aries. This could present a…

As a registered dietitian (RD) with more than a decade of experience, I’ve worked in a range of healthcare settings over the years—from inpatient hospitals and outpatient clinics to private practices—and the one issue that continues to plague all of these establishments is lack of insurance coverage for nutrition consultation. While patients in a hospital can typically seek the counsel of an RD as part of their stay, many won’t be able to continue that care once they go home as insurance coverage in outpatient and private practice settings is hard to come by. If clients do have coverage, it’s often for a very limited amount of sessions (around two per year maximum). Given that proper nutrition is one of the primary ways to prevent several types of chronic diseases, working with a nutritionist on healthy eating habits is something that almost all…