Known as the second brain, your gut has influence over your emotions and physical health. Housed within the enteric system that controls the digestive system, the gut works in tandem with the central nervous system that controls the brain and spine. Both systems directly impact a person’s cognitive abilities — thinking, memory — and physical…
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If your New Years resolution this year is to improve your mental health, know that it’s definitely possible (and an excellent goal to have!) but you probably won’t have it checked off your list by February. For one thing, big New Years resolutions are always tough. If you’re anything like me, you hit the ground…
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Manifestation is the idea that you can turn your thoughts and hopes into reality through things like positive self-talk and visualization. It’s been a buzzword in the wellness world for a few years now,…
By the time tomorrow gets here, it’ll be 2025 and time to get your New Year’s resolutions (gulp) off the ground. For so many of us, that means setting goals for our health, whether that’s fitting in a certain amount of steps every day, trying out a new workout plan, opting into dry January or…
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Eczema is itchy and uncomfortable no matter what age you are, but it’s especially painful to watch babies and toddlers go through it, because they may not be able to communicate their discomfort. All…
As Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s legal battle shines light on the harrowing working conditions for women in Hollywood, Kate Beckinsale is opening up about her own experiences with mistreatment and harassment in the industry. Those experiences, the actress said in a new Instagram video, include having to do a photoshoot just one day after…
Anthony Hopkins is celebrating a big day ahead of the new year. Well, two big days: his 87th birthday, on Dec. 31, and the anniversary of his sobriety. The legendary actor took to Instagram on Dec. 29 to mark the occasion, revealing that he’s been sober for 49 years and reflecting on what inspired him…
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. No shade at your tried-and-true sex positions—after all, hopefully, they’ve become faves for good reasons, like consistent climax and connection. The thing is, with so many pleasurable sexual configurations to try, there’s really no…
“Surreal” is how Kelsey Bascom describes her journey with Type 1 diabetes. That about covers how the actor and filmmaker went from keeping her diagnosis “so private” for 10 years to using it for inspiration for her debut film — and becoming a public advocate for people with Type 1 in the process. “I really…
