When I was pregnant for the first time, I googled practically everything. One of the many things I came across were articles purporting that sleeping on any side other than the left is associated with stillbirths. When I asked my doctor, he basically explained that it's silly to think any of us have any control over how we sleep and that I should sleep in the position that I feel is most comfortable.
The protein collagen plays a huge role when it comes to skin elasticity and hydration. As we age, our bodies produce less and less of this protein leading to increased wrinkles and dryness. Enter collagen powder, which is all the rage these days. And for good reason.
Short for "beneficial corporation," B Corp is a special status given to brands that meet a high standard of social and/or environmental performance and legal accountability. Basically, they're doing their part to make the world a better place.
We're not going to sugarcoat it or bury the lead given the importance of this topic. Studies have shown that certain ingredients in hair, skin and makeup products can impact your fertility. So you really need to take a look at what is in the products you're using. Or at the very least consult with an app, like Think Dirty, that does the digging for you.
When you snooze, you lose. Moisture that is. Ever notice that you weigh less when you wake up? A large part of that is due to the loss of water that gets emitted from the body via sweat and exhaled water vapor.