I'm a healthy person in my 30s, and when it was finally my turn to get the COVID-19 vaccine, I figured I'd do just fine. While that's mostly true, things didn't go as seamlessly as I thought they would. I had some pretty severe soreness in my arm after receiving my first dose of the …
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These Top-Rated Clear Face Masks Allow Others to Read Your Lips While Staying Safe
As you know by now, it's important to wear a mask when you're out and about. However, fabric face masks can make communication difficult, and sometimes even impossible, for anyone who is deaf or hard of hearing. To help solve this problem, a handful of retailers have created clear face masks that show one's mouth. …
Why Sweet Potato Toast Should Be the New Avocado Toast
Some of us are gluten-free. Some of us are gluten-aware. Some of us just like to switch things up. All of us, though, could probably use a little more toast in our lives. Which is why we'd like to introduce you to the best gluten-free breakfast (or lunch, or dinner) you haven't had yet: sweet …
Happier Meals: How to Pack a Better Lunch for Your Little Ones
It's a new school year, and a new opportunity to raise your kids' lunch game, and that's true wherever class is taking place. Follow our pediatrician-approved checklist and get our lunch box ideas below. It's as easy as one, two, three, and will keep little learners alert and enthused all afternoon. Related: Healthy Dinner Ideas …
This Weighted Blanket Is the Key to Better Sleep, According to Nearly 12,000 Shoppers
Weighted blankets have become a bedroom staple for those who struggle to fall or stay asleep. According to a recent study in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine, 42% of people with sleep issues can benefit from a weighted blanket. A natural alternative to over-the-counter sleep aids, weighted blankets help ease anxiety by applying deep …
Eight Paint Colors That Promote Wellness at Home
You know how it feels to wear an outfit in your favorite color? In an instant, a certain shade can make you feel confident, calm or chilled out. What if you could replicate that hit of emotion every day? A fresh coat of paint might do the trick. "Color therapy has been used since ancient …
The Best (and Worst) Wedding Flowers for Brides with Allergies
Best: Dahlias Rich and dynamic in shape, pollen-free dahlias (make sure you clarify with your florist as some dahlias do have pollen) are a great option. Not only are they gorgeous, they're perfect for a couture look with drama and texture. Worst: Chrysanthemums Chrysanthemums, also known as mums, come in a variety of looks (long …
Everything You Need to Know About Your COVID-19 Vaccine Card
With mass vaccinations underway and broadened eligibility windows (every American over the age of 16 will soon be able to receive their shot), many U.S. citizens feel as if the light at the end of the tunnel is finally within view. Over 14 months after the COVID-19 pandemic upended life as we knew it, hope …
All The Reasons Why Cancel Culture Is So Toxic For Our Mental Health
It’s been a good year for cancelling. There’s the pandemic, of course, which crushed all of our plans and some hopes and dreams along the way. But there were also more specific cancellations. From celebrities – Jimmy Fallon, J K Rowling and Ellen DeGeneres – to brands like SoulCycle and Oatly (as well as a …
What Is a Stress Test?
If you are experiencing any symptoms that could be related to a heart condition, such as chest pain, irregular heartbeat, or shortness of breath, your doctor may recommend that a stress test be performed. And while it might sound scary at first, stress tests are quite common—and one of the most effective ways to determine …









