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HEALTHY DIET AND GLOWING SKIN: 6 HABITS AND PRACTICES TO START TODAY

More and more people are investing their fortune in the health and beauty industries with the hope of achieving healthy and glowing skin. You may also see many skincare product endorsements on social media and other platforms that claim to help you achieve a good skin complexion. But in reality, healthy and glowing skin isn’t always about the right and most expensive skincare products. Instead, it’s about your daily habits and lifestyle practices that mainly affect your skin health, and those products are only a part of it.  

Each person has a unique skin type. It means that whatever product you see on television (TV) may not always work on your skin. So, before you make drastic decisions and spends more money on these products, take a look at your habits first and see if they work in favor of your skin’s health.

If you don’t know how and where to start, here are six habits that you can start practicing today that may help you achieve healthy, bright, and glowing skin:

1.       Eat Healthily

Some skin care products are made to help nourish your skin. But before investing in skincare products, it’s better to start to nourish your body and skin, inside and out. You can do this through a healthy diet. You see, the quality of your skin health is a reflection of what you’re feeding inside your body, which means you need to eat healthily to achieve a radiant and glowing complexion.  

That said, go for skin-friendly foods that are excellent sources of vitamins, zinc, and omega-3 acids: as well as those foods high in chlorophyll. Chlorophyll helps treat acne and other skin-related issues, while vitamins like C, A, and E can improve skin texture and promote skin healing. So, the next time you plan your meals for the day or week, make sure your meals have these nutrients. 

2.       Take Beauty Supplements

Eating your way to radiant and glowing skin is recommended. However, it can be challenging to try and get all the nutrients your body needs from the food alone. Keep in mind; that your skin is the largest body organ which means it requires more nutrients to stay healthy. 

More so, your skin might be exposed to harmful environmental factors like dirty air, harsh sunlight, and other skin pollutants. So, aside from eating healthily, it’s also recommended that you take beauty supplements for your skin. You may visit Goodness Me! and other online food markets for various choices of healthy food and nutritious body supplements. It’s also best to consult a doctor and see if beauty supplements are good for you.

3.       Drink Plenty Of Water

Water can do marvelous effects on your skin and your overall health. Remember that your body consists of 60-70% water, which plays a critical role in maintaining your health and body functions. Drinking plenty of water will keep your skin hydrated and prevent it from experiencing dryness. 

You can tell that your skin is well-hydrated with water when you barely have any visible pores, almost no breakouts, and of course, more glowing. So, instead of consuming those sugary drinks, coffee, and other unhealthy beverages, make it a habit to drink water all the time. Water will not only help you achieve glowing skin, but it’ll also help you maintain a healthy weight. It’s a win-win situation.     

4.       Apply Sunscreen Everyday

Aside from keeping up with your skincare routine every day and night, one product you must never miss is your sunscreen. Your sunscreen will shield your skin from the harmful ultraviolet rays from the sun. While the sunshine can do wonders for your health, too much exposure can damage your skin and result in skin issues. Some harmful effects of too much ultraviolet (UV) ray exposure may include skin discoloration, premature skin again, freckles, wrinkles, worst, skin cancer.  

Thus, regardless of the weather outside, always remember to apply sunscreen. If you’re planning to stay outdoors for a period, remember to reapply your sunscreen every two hours. To keep your skin protected. 

5.       Get Enough Sleep

Getting a good night’s sleep is another critical element towards a healthy body and glowing skin. A long and peaceful sleep allows your body to rejuvenate, recharge, and repair your body’s damaged cells so that you wake up the following day feeling fresh, glowing, and energetic. Meanwhile, depriving yourself of sleep will make it difficult for your body to do the necessary repairs to your skin, leading to visible wrinkles, dark eye bags, and aging skin the next day. Let your skin get an opportunity to stay young and healthy by giving yourself enough rest. 

6.       Manage Your Stress Levels

Psychological stress will not only affect your mental health but as well as your skin health. You’ve probably noticed that every time you’re stressed, from work or school, your face suddenly has breakouts. Then, after seeing that breakout on your face, you become even more stressed. It happens because every time you’re stressed, your body releases more cortisol, responsible for skin inflammation.  

This stress-breakout cycle will continue if you don’t take steps to reduce and avoid stress. Manage your stress by considering; practicing self-care habits such as yoga, meditation, or deep breathing exercises at work.  

Treat Your Skin Right

Aside from following your skincare routine religiously, incorporating these habits and lifestyle practices in your day-to-day life can do wonders for your skin’s health. What’s more, all these tips don’t require you to invest in expensive products and painful dermatological procedures to achieve glowing and healthy skin. Remember, consistency is the key when it comes to your skin’s health.

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HOW TO LIVE THE TRAVEL LIFESTYLE

We all have that one friend on social media who seems to be popping up all over the world, making everyone jealous of their lifestyle with another picture of them sitting feet up by the sea. Like us all, you’ve probably wondered how they do it, and how you can do it yourself. It’s not as difficult as it seems. It does take some courage to give everything up and leave home, but once that’s done, the world really is your oyster. Do you dream of leaving home on a one-way ticket with a thirst for adventure? Here are some ways you can live that travel lifestyle. 

Sell Your Life Insurance

If you want to go traveling without having any money worries at all, this option is probably the best one for you. If you are still planning on working while away, you should still have an emergency fund to fall back on. You are going to have the obvious outlay of flights and, even if you’ve secured a job, you might need to pay for your first few months of accommodation upfront. Never forget that emergencies can and do happen, so ensure you have an emergency stash. If you hold a life insurance policy, you can sell it for a lump sum giving you immediate access to cash. If you would like to know more, you can check out a quick guide online that will tell you everything you need to know about selling your policy for cash.

Write

If you have a passion for writing, travel could be the kickstart you need to fuel your passion. For most people, taking off for faraway places is just a pipe dream but they still want to have a peek into the lives of those who do, and there’s no better way than to read about other people’s experiences. This is where you come in. Start a blog documenting your travels and aim to give a unique perspective. The more popular it becomes the more opportunities will become available to you in terms of advertising or having your work published.

Teach

You’d be surprised at the wide variety of languages people want to learn. Finding work teaching languages is relatively easy, especially if you have teaching qualifications and experience. You will have the opportunity to earn a high salary while also immersing yourself in local culture as you are actually living and interacting with local people. If you don’t have qualifications, they are not difficult to obtain and there are now online teaching courses available for prospective language teachers.

Work in Hostels

This is an option for the truly adventurous and more extrovert personalities, but it can also be considered an option for people who want to start living outside of their comfort zones. Hostels are usually the accommodation of choice for travelers as they are relatively cheap, and you are also able to meet people as you move around. When your budget determines your destination, a hostel is often the lodging of choice. Many hostels will be looking for people to work for them, especially if you are multilingual. You may not always be paid in cash. It might just be food and accommodation; however, they will be able to point you towards work in the local area. Perhaps slightly risky, but that’s the life you want, right?

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MEET REISHI: THE MUSHROOM TAKING THE WELLNESS WORLD BY STORM

It goes by many names. In Chinese herbalism, it’s known as Lingzhi. To scientists who prefer a hard-headed taxonomic name, it’s Ganoderma Lingzhi. But perhaps its most compelling title is the nickname bestowed upon it by traditional medicinal practitioners: “the mushroom of immortality.”

Those are all great names (and mysterious too). But for this article, let's use its Japanese name, the one most often used in contemporary parlance – Reishi.

A few years ago, the Reishi mushroom attached itself to the wellness world – much like a mushroom to a tree – and has since experienced a meteoric rise in popularity. But most people still know precious little about the product.

In this article, let’s answer a few frequently asked questions surrounding the fashionable fungus. What is it, what are its potential benefits, how do you get Reishi powder and how do you dose it?

What Is It?

Reishi mushrooms are the fruiting body of a polypore fungus that grows on the bases and stumps of deciduous trees. Their use stretches back at least 2,000 years, when Han dynasty healers used the Reishi mushroom as a panacea for a plethora of ailments.

If you were anxious, they gave you Reishi. If you had brain fog, they gave you Reishi. And if you arrived at the doorstep of a traditional herbalist begging for longer life, they probably gave you Reishi.

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What Are the Benefits of Reishi Mushrooms?

Fast forward a couple of millennia, and Reishi is more or less used similarly. Maybe it isn't seen as a panacea anymore, but scientists are earnestly studying the mushroom for its wide-ranging wellness benefits. In particular, they are interested in how it can reduce stress.

In one study, researchers noted the “antidepressant-like effects of a water-soluble extract” of Reishi in mice. Another study evaluating the antianxiety properties of several Ganoderma species suggested that the mushrooms' phenols and flavonoids play a critical role in their de-stressing potential.

It doesn’t end with stress. You will find scores of studies evaluating everything from Reishi’s liver-improving mechanisms to its immune system benefits. The scientific study of Reishi is still in its infancy (the West only recently embraced the mushroom), but the benefits look promising.

Where Do You Find It?

Sure, you could find a deciduous tree and hope for the best. But more often, people nowadays buy reishi powder online. Because there are so many Ganoderma species masquerading as Reishi, and because quality can vary even in a single species, it’s highly recommended to seek out reputable sellers. If in doubt, the “USDA Organic” seal is a fine stamp of approval.

How Do You Dose It?

This question isn’t quite so easy to answer. Everyone’s physiology is different – down to weight, digestive function and metabolism. Moreover, someone taking Reishi as a treatment might dose more than someone taking it as a preventative measure. Still, consensus hovers between 1500mg – 4500mg per day. If you’re unsure, you can consult your doctor.

To recap: Reishi is a multi-named fungus with several potential benefits that you can find online from a reputable seller. It took the wellness world by storm with its focus on stress relief, but studies show it might be more than a one-trick pony. 

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ATHLEISURE MAG | #69 SEP 2021

In this month’s issue, our Sep cover is Cypress Hill and founder of Dr. Greenthumb’s, B-Real. We talk about Cypress Hill, his solo project and the expansion of Dr. Greenthumb. We also talk with Lo Bosworth, founder of self-care brand, Love Wellness. She shares her journey in wellness as well as taking time for herself and friends.  This month, The Art of the Snack comes from Sushi Ginza Onodera here in NY. Our Athleisure Lists include BADSHAH and BODi. This month, we enjoyed getting back to in person events by attending Electric Zoo and Governor’s Ball, we share our favorite moments from both of these music festivals.

This month, our 9DRIP comes from B-Real, our 9ROUTIN3S comes from Bar Malik founder of BARCODE as well as Lo Bosworth. This month’s 9PLAYLIST comes from Dwayne Johnson as he shares 9 songs on his playlist. Our 9LIST STORI3S comes from Celebrity Hairstylist Andrew Fitzsimons who shares his must haves in style, beauty and fitness. We also share 9 of our favorite looks in 9LIST R3DCARP3TS from the Emmys and talk with Stylists, MUA, Hairstylists and Nail Artists that created the looks. In this months 9LOOKS we share some of our favorite looks from CHAANCE’s NYFW SS22 presentation.

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SS22 | VERSACE

Milan Fashion Week continues and Versace’s show was filled with cool kids style in strong black hues as well as neon colors! Dua Lipa opened and closed this show while some of our faves including Naomi Campbell and Gigi Hadid hit the runway. We even love the vibe of the show that had the iconic silk scarves of the house of Versace that the models walked under. See our favorite looks from the show above.

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THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE BUYING A BOTTOM PAINT

Your boat is susceptible to some marine life that attaches to its sides and bottoms. The most suitable solution is to paint the bottom of your watercraft with a specific boat bottom paint, which is better known as antifouling paint. 

If you find that the bottom of your boat is full of marine growth, it is time to learn how to paint a boat bottom and choose the appropriate type of paint to use on it. 

Knowing boat bottom paints

Paint for boat bottoms is a particular type of paint applied to the part of the boat that goes below the waterline. The paint prevents different marine denizens from attaching to the boat's hulls. More popularly known as an antifouling agent, paint for boat bottoms contains biocide and algaecide that prevent marine growth such as barnacles, algae, weeds, slime, and mussels from attaching to the boat bottom. 

Things to consider when choosing a boat bottom paint

Choosing the right type of paint for the boat bottom can be a challenge because several products have different properties and applications. You should know what materials your marine vessel is made from and several other things. 

Types of antifouling paint

Several types of bottom paints exist, so it is vital to have expert advice on which type to use on your boat. For example, ablative bottom paint slowly wears away through the movement of water current and tides. In addition, the water movement exposes a fresh layer of paint that contains the biocide, preventing marine organisms from attaching and growing on the boat's bottom.

There is copolymer ablative bottom paint that is self-polishing. When you use this type, biocide release continues even if your boat is out of the water. In addition, there is a hybrid copolymer ablative bottom paint. The hybrid paint combines the properties of the ablative and the self-polishing copolymer ablative paint but has an additional property. The paint gives the boat bottom a smoother finish.

On the other hand, hard bottom paint does not peel away layer by layer. Instead, the hard bottom paint continues to leach or release the biocide over time. However, the paint does not wear out. Thus you need to remove it before you can paint the bottom once again. 

Type of material

Boats are made from different materials, such as fiberglass, aluminum, wood, or steel. Thus, it is vital to find the appropriate paint suitable for the boat. 

The area where you keep the boat

You also have to consider where you keep your marine vessel when not in use. Marine growth is more prolific in areas where the water is still and warm. 

Fresh or saltwater

Aside from the material used to build the boat, you should choose the right type of paint according to where you use the boat, either in freshwater or saltwater. 

Aside from knowing what type of boat bottom paint to use, you should also learn how to prepare the bottom of the boat before receiving a fresh coat of bottom paint.

WHAT ARE THE MOST DANGEROUS SPORTS TO PLAY?

There are many risky sports out there. From sky-diving to cheerleading, the potential consequences of playing any sport are not always clear. But what are the most dangerous sports to play?

When playing an extremely competitive sport there are risks that are worth taking. For example, many football players are willing to put themselves on the line for their team. However, some sports have too high of a risk, even for those who want to take the chance. Here are some of the more dangerous sports out there and why they're so risky.

American Football and Rugby

Both American Football and Rugby have a higher risk for brain injury than most other sports. American football has up to 14 impacts per player over the course of a football game, at an average of 25 gs of force per tackle. Rugby players on the other hand only experience around 10 gs of force per tackle, but wear far less padding.

The effects of concussions in football and rugby players can also be delayed, sometimes not appearing for days or weeks after the injury. This can be extremely dangerous as a player returning to the field too soon could cause them to suffer a traumatic brain injury. This type of injury can cause death if not treated immediately, but rehabilitation from a concussion usually takes around seven to fourteen days when properly diagnosed and treated.

Base Jumping

In addition to all the other risks associated with base jumping, there is also the additional risk of falling. Base jumping is a sport that involves jumping from a cliff or a building and then free-falling until reaching the ground.

If you plan on doing this, be sure you're aware of how good a parachute system you have. This is especially true for experienced skydivers who are landing with very little margin for error. This makes base jumping one of the most dangerous sports to dive into.

Parkour

Free running and trail running are great ways to stay athletically fit, but the parkour community takes it up a few notches and loves to show off death-defying stunts like jumping between rooftops, or quickly dropping from one ground floor to another, hanging off balconies.

While parkour has many benefits, the deadly nature of some of these stunts makes extreme parkour incredibly dangerous.

Rock Climbing

Rock climbing can be an exhilarating, but extremely dangerous sport, no matter how experienced a rock climber is. Rock climbers are limited to climbing on relatively safe rock formations, but if they fall they can be seriously injured. On average, there are around 150 rock climbing deaths globally.

The most insanely dangerous sport is free solo rock climbing, which means climbing alone without any harness, rope or other climbing aids. This requires a person to rely completely on their own strength and stamina. One slip and you're plummeting thousands of feet to your death.

Bull Riding

Riding atop a 1,800-pound animal as it bucks you around is dangerous in so many ways. Just imagine being trampled under the massive weight of the creature. The overall risk of injury when bull riding is extremely high, but if you have a lot of training you can minimize the risk of injury. So while theoretically, bull riding is an extremely dangerous sport, only 21 professional bull riders have been killed since 1989.

Heli Skiing

Jumping out of a helicopter to ski down a mountain is a fairly popular extreme sport - but the emphasis really is on 'extreme'. Crashing is always a major concern, but so is being swept by an avalanche, falling into a crevasse, or even freezing to death. Skiers need to be prepared for many possible scenarios.

So while extreme skiers are brave and adventurous, they are also very susceptible to injury and death.

Underwater Cave Diving

Cave diving is a hobby that requires high levels of fitness, a good level of risk assessment, and the ability to swim in cramped spaces. There's no reliable database listing the number of global cave diving deaths, but between 1969 - 2007, a total of 368 divers died doing this dangerous sport.

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WHY WEARING A GOOD BRA IS IMPORTANT WHEN WORKING FROM HOME

Should you wear a bra when working from home or go braless? This, indeed, is a serious concern among women working from home. In this kind of work setup, people tend to dress as they please. Thus, for women, wearing a bra tends to be a bother when they're working within the comfort of their home.

Women will surely select comfort above anything else, which has led to many ditching their bras when at home. No matter how attractive the bra they're wearing, nothing is comfier than going braless.

However, issues have recently been raised that refusing to wear bras may be detrimental to women's health. Ditching your bra for days at home may potentially impact both your breasts and your posture. Read more to learn why it's essential to wear a good bra when working from home:

Wearing A Good Bra Can Help Maintain Better Posture 

Studies reveal that the typical office worker spends eight to twelve hours each day sitting. Although sitting is an activity anyone spends longer hours doing, people don't usually bother doing this correctly. In other words, you rarely worry about maintaining a correct posture while working from home.

By wearing a supportive bra, larger muscles of the body will allow you to maintain good posture and improved blood circulation. While posture bras come in a variety of designs, they all provide the same advantages. 

These modest undergarments support the back, promote proper posture, and relieve stress in the neck, back, and shoulders by transferring weight over the shoulders. They usually consist of soft, breathable fabric like ones from EBY and other underwear shops. They include larger straps and a broader band, which provides more coverage and support.

Wearing A Good Bra Reduces Breast Sagging

Sagging breasts may be reduced by supporting the mid-back muscles, which bear the weight of the breasts. Although bra experts claim that wearing a bra doesn’t affect sagging breasts, refusing to wear one also has no direct impact on this condition. 

Breast sagging may occur for several causes. Sagging occurs as a consequence of changes in the ligaments that support the chest. These ligaments may stretch and weaken over time—and for several causes.

However, going braless isn't one of the reasons. While there's no medical need to be concerned about a sagging bosom, it may result in back discomfort and problems with self-esteem or body image.

Nevertheless, according to some experts, prolonged periods without support could strain the ligaments in the breasts. Therefore, wearing a bra may help prevent early drooping of the breasts by reducing the amount of time the connective tissue inside the breast is stretched during the day.

Wearing A Good Bra Prevents Back And Neck Pain

Wearing the right bra has plenty of benefits. For one, you won't experience digging or red marks, nor will it leave red scars on your skin. Certain physical symptoms may be avoided by wearing a suitable bra since it supports your breasts and shoulders. Moreover, wearing a good bra provides excellent results for women with larger breasts, who tend to experience neck and back issues.

In a research, they investigated the connection between breast size, bra cup size, and shoulder and neck discomfort among participants. The researchers found that those with a large-cup breast size are more prone to shoulder and neck discomfort.

On the other hand, in a study published in 2013, Thoracic (upper back) discomfort was linked to postmenopausal women with larger breasts. However, the majority of these women were overweight or obese. Additionally, they wore bras that don't fit them correctly. This supports the assertion that wearing the wrong bra size is one of the leading causes of upper back discomfort, along with other factors like increased body weight or a pinched nerve.

Look for a high, X-shaped-back bra that improves posture by drawing the shoulders up. Additionally, it has a convenient front closure and wire-free cups that are unpadded yet surprisingly supportive to avoid back and neck pain.

Lastly, women with lower back discomfort should see an osteopath to discuss their working and home environments. The practitioner will also provide a list of exercises to improve mobility.

Conclusion 

There are advantages to wearing a good bra. However, it's not the only solution for certain conditions. Wearing a good bra can make a significant difference in terms of comfort when working from home. You move a lot during the day, so picture the additional weight that pulls on your body when your breasts move about freely (especially if you have bigger boobs).

Additionally, wearing a bra may feel more comfortable since it holds your breasts together. Don't hesitate to invest in a good bra to feel cozy and stay productive while working from home.