For a decade, my plate was a vibrant canvas of plant-based foods 🥦🍎🌽. I was a dedicated vegetarian, relishing the variety of fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes that made up my diet. I was proud of my choice, both for its health benefits and the positive impact on the environment
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Unraveling the Protein Puzzle: Animal-Based vs. Plant-Based Proteins
When it comes to our daily diet, one of the essential nutrients our body needs is protein. It plays a pivotal role in building and repairing tissues, producing enzymes and hormones, and maintaining healthy bones, muscles, and skin. With the rising popularity of various diets, a common question often arises:
The Foundation of Gut Health: Embracing Probiotics and Prebiotics for Digestive Wellness and others
Habits I’m Adopting For Daily Gut Health, Recommended By A Gastroenterologist Hello Readers, Gut health may not always be at the forefront of our minds, but as someone with a keen interest in wellness and holistic living, I am on a continuous journey to prioritize my health from the inside
Start Your Day Right! – Tips For More Hormone-Friendly Breakfasts
Tips For More Hormone-Friendly Breakfasts (& What Not To Do) Tips For More Hormone-Friendly Breakfasts (& What Not To Do) 🌞 1. Start Your Day with Protein Power 💪 Protein-rich breakfasts can help regulate hormone levels throughout the day. Include foods like eggs, Greek yogurt, or plant-based protein sources like
Unlocking the Sunshine Vitamin: A Comprehensive Guide to Monitoring Your Vitamin D Levels
The Key To Achieving Optimal Vitamin D Status ☀️ Are you getting enough vitamin D? This essential nutrient plays a crucial role in our overall health, and achieving optimal levels is easier than you might think. In this blog, we’ll explore the importance of vitamin D, how to get enough
I Just Added Every Product From This Beauty Hall of Fame Capsule to My Wish List
July 10, 2020 at 06:01AM There’s nothing that gives us more glee than all of the best, most sought-after beauty products strategically grouped together to deliver a truly foolproof shopping experience (especially right now when IRL beauty shopping is a thing of the past). As if answering our prayers, Net-a-Porter did just that. Say
Danielle Campbell Workout Routine and Diet Plan [2020]
July 09, 2020 at 06:04AM Danielle Campbell Workout Routine and Diet Plan: Danielle Campbell is an actress known for her roles in major shows like the originals, Tell me a story, Marvel Runaways, etc. She is also very well known in the industry for her great looks and slim toned body. So
22 Little Things Keeping Us Happy At Home Right Now
July 08, 2020 at 10:48AM It’s an emotionally volatile time on many levels. Some days, the distance between joy and tears is as short as just one of our little happiness habits below. These are a few of the products, habits and little pleasures we’ve been working into our week
Celebs Love This Skincare Brand, and It’s My Secret to Glowing Skin Too
July 08, 2020 at 06:16AM If there is one thing I have learned in my time as a beauty editor, it is this: A great formula does not a successful beauty product make. It’s painful to admit, but believe me when I say that the secret to a successful beauty launch is rarely
Trust Monikh: 3 Super Simple Pieces Our Girl Is Loving This Week
July 08, 2020 at 06:18AM There are hundreds of thousands of influencers in the social ether, but only a handful who we religiously stalk in order to virtually steal the clothes off their backs. Our primary target is Monikh—the London-based styling and shopping guru who seeks out the very coolest
As a Black Fashion Editor, My Loyalty to Brands Is Dwindling
July 07, 2020 at 08:25PM People always change when they’re in a relationship. They go from never watching football, to being the biggest Cowboy’s fan ever. Or never being ‘big on rap’, to knowing all the words to Tupac’s songs. When you confront them, they’re often defensive and clap back
4th of July weekend
July 06, 2020 at 11:27AM Hi friends! Happy Monday! I hope you had a safe, fun and festive 4th, considering the circumstances. I thought I’d pop in and share a little recap from our adventures. (Friday has been sourdough day lately) Friday morning, our babysitter came by for a couple
5 Beauty-Obsessed Women on How They Keep Their Skin Looking Youthful
July 03, 2020 at 06:30AM There are few things I love more than talking to people about their beauty routines. I love to find out what cleansers people are using, what serums they swear by and what skincare secrets they have been sat on. Sure, I love hearing from lots of
7 New Beauty Launches You Need to Know About in July
July 01, 2020 at 01:00PM Somehow, it’s already July and we’re now officially into the second half of the year. And whilst that is somewhat terrifying, particularly given many of us have spent four of the last six months indoors, the start of a new month has a beautiful silver
Trust Monikh: The 3 Summer Staples Our Girl Is Loving This Week
July 01, 2020 at 06:18AM There are hundreds of thousands of influencers in the social ether, but only a handful who we religiously stalk in order to virtually steal the clothes off their backs. Our primary target is Monikh—the London-based styling and shopping guru who seeks out the very coolest
Trust Monikh: The 3 Summer Staples Our Girl Is Loving This Week
June 24, 2020 at 06:18AM There are hundreds of thousands of influencers in the social ether, but only a handful who we religiously stalk in order to virtually steal the clothes off their backs. Our primary target is Monikh—the London-based styling and shopping guru who seeks out the very coolest
Pine Needle Pants? Cactus Coat? Discover the Innovative Textiles That Could Forever Change How We Dress
June 22, 2020 at 01:00PM At the recent runway show for London College of Fashion’s master’s degree graduates, Canadian designer Stephanie Moscall-Varey—whose line is called Moskal—debuted an unlikely fabric concept. “I was researching mining because it had such close family ties, and living in Britain, it’s a big conversation,” says
Faux Glow: Pro Tips for Nailing Your Next At-Home Self-Tanner Session
June 22, 2020 at 01:00PM Self-tanners sure have come a long way. Today, there are lots of innovative formats to dabble in—from mousses to sprays to overnight facial masks to mixable drops—and the best formulas are spiked with ingredients like hyaluronic acid, hydrating oils and encapsulated retinol. Many brands have
25 Black-Owned Skincare, Hair and Makeup Brands We Love and Support
June 22, 2020 at 06:30AM While supporting the Black community and Black-owned businesses feels especially important right now, there is a need and an opportunity to supply this kind of support, love and commitment every single day. Now and forever. Black culture has informed and inspired the beauty space for
The Repairing Hair Masks That Will Give Your Strands Some TLC
June 21, 2020 at 06:30AM As someone who has extremely fine hair that is also very long and colour-treated, I struggle to keep it in good condition at the best of times. Right now though, as I’m about six weeks overdue for a cut and colour, my hair is crying out for
25 Instagram-Famous Beauty Products That Are Actually Worth the Hype
June 20, 2020 at 07:30PM In times like these, keeping on top of what’s new in beauty can seem a little bit tricky. All of the big advertising campaigns that we usually rely on to keep us in the loop are on hold, and new products seem to be trickling
Sofia Carson Workout Routine and Diet Plan [2020]
June 20, 2020 at 06:23AM Sofia Carson Workout Routine and Diet Plan: Sofia Carson is an actress, singer, and model; she gets mostly known for her role in the Descendents series. Although her slim body physique is more in the highlights, the body has gotten her into many Vogue’s covers.
Trust Monikh: The 3 Items Our Girl Is Loving This Week
June 17, 2020 at 06:18AM There are hundreds of thousands of influencers in the social ether, but only a handful who we religiously stalk in order to virtually steal the clothes off their backs. Our primary target is Monikh—the London-based styling and shopping guru who seeks out the very coolest
Curious About Vegan Leather? Here’s What You Need to Know
June 16, 2020 at 06:11PM Vegan leather (also called faux leather) has, admittedly, not always had the best of reputations among fashion enthusiasts. But as the appetite for more sustainable practices continues to grow, more and more brands and designers have once again started working with the material. Perhaps once
The Weeknd Workout Routine and Diet Plan [2020]
June 11, 2020 at 12:23PM The Weeknd Workout Routine and Diet Plan: The Weeknd is a singer and songwriter, mostly known for the song Earned it and star boy. He is also famous for dating some of the big celebrities like; Salena Gomez, Bella Hadid, etc. Although there is even
Trust Monikh: The 3 Summer Pieces She Has Her Eye on This Week
June 10, 2020 at 06:18AM There are hundreds of thousands of influencers in the social ether, but only a handful who we religiously stalk in order to virtually steal the clothes off their backs. Our primary target is Monikh—the London-based styling and shopping guru who seeks out the very coolest
Footwear Entrepreneur George Sully is Creating an Index of Black Canadian Designers
June 09, 2020 at 02:51PM Yesterday it was announced that Toronto-based fashion entrepreneur and footwear designer George Sully is developing a digital index of Black Canadian fashion creatives, which he’s hoping to launch later next month. Sully, who is known for his brands Sully Wong—which he co-founded with Henry Wong,
Ellie Goulding Workout Routine and Diet Plan [2020]
June 05, 2020 at 06:47AM Ellie Goulding Workout Routine and Diet Plan: Ellie Goulding is a singer and songwriter, Ellie has given many hits like; Love me like you do, Hate me, I need your love, etc. Although the singer is mostly known for her exercise regime that keeps her
Black-Owned Fashion Brands and Boutiques to Support Now and Forever
June 05, 2020 at 06:06AM In the wake of recent events—most recently, the murders of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor—many people, including the Who What Wear editorial team, have been asking what they can do. Aurora James, the founder and designer of Brother Vellies, answered that question by creating the 15% Pledge, which calls major retailers to
21 Black-Owned Skincare, Hair, and Makeup Brands We Love and Support
June 04, 2020 at 04:35PM While supporting the Black community and Black-owned businesses feels especially important right now, there is a need and an opportunity to supply this kind of support, love, and commitment every single day. Now and forever. Black culture has informed and inspired the beauty space for