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It’s called Black Blood of the Earth (BBoTE), and it’s the brainchild of Phil Broughton, radiation safety specialist at the University of California-Berkeley who once had a side gig whipping up cocktails with liquid nitrogen in Antarctica’s lone bar—yes, really. My boyfriend Evan initially introduced me to BBoTE. He’s a bit of a caffeine addict (and also super nerdy, but don’t tell him I said that), so it’s no surprise he stumbled upon Broughton’s website, which describes this ultra-concentrated, uber-smooth brew....

Admittedly, the first thing about VeganEgg that got me so jazzed was that the product actually comes in an egg carton. This led me to assume that VeganEggs actually looked like real eggs with a shell and everything. And come on, that would be so cool! For days as I waited patiently for the samples to arrive, my husband had to listen to me repeat things like, “HOW do they do it?...

Every one of those terrible twists, he explains, was responsible for a blessing. That job led him to his future wife, the daughter of a fellow janitor; getting laid off gave him the time to launch a second career in book illustration and radio; and his cancer diagnosis spurred him to help save hundreds of lives by organizing a series of runs to raise melanoma awareness. And all those naysayers?...

Step one: Follow the lead of Jen Brastad, founder of Our Beautiful Project, by writing something you love about yourself on a Post-it and sticking it on your mirror, or somewhere you’ll see it often. (Read our Q&A with her here.) Step two: Instagram a photo of your Post-it using the hashtag #ThisMakesMeBeautiful and we’ll publish it right here on our site. Don’t forget to tag @PreventionBeaut—we’ll retweet our favorites....

Raisins vs. Dried Cranberries Calories Raisins: 120 caloriesDried Cranberries: 123 calories One small box of raisins will save you a few calories compared to dried cranberries. Protein Raisins: 1.2 gramsDried Cranberries: .03 grams While both are low in protein, an essential macronutrient that helps you build muscle, raisins offer at least 1 gram. Fat Raisins: 0.2 gramsDried Cranberries: 0.6 grams Whichever you prefer, both are low in fat. Sugar Raisins: 24 gramsDried Cranberries: 26 grams...

MORE: 9 Natural Remedies Vets Use On Their Own PetsCALL IN A TRAINERAggression is often fear based, so if there’s no culpable health problem, “engage a trainer to help correct the behavior,” says KC Theisen of the Humane Society of the United States. Positive reinforcement is the way to go.“Once we identify why the dog is aggressing, we plan to treat the underlying cause, not just symptoms. We put boundaries in place and redirect negative behavior into positive....

“While a healthy sex life is definitely an important part of the human experience, how much sex you’re having is not really an issue so long you and your partner are happy and communicating about it,” says Hutcherson. While it’s always worth mentioning to your doctor if you’re never, ever in the mood (low libido could occasionally be one of many indicators of a bigger medical condition, such as depression, diabetes, and even heart and lung disease), it’s also usually nothing to stress out about....

Butter vs. vegan buttery spread We used ESHA research and the USDA Economic Research Service to obtain nutritional data. These figures reflect popular brands for 1 Tbsp of unsalted butter and 1 Tbsp of vegan buttery spread. Calories Butter: 100Vegan buttery spread: 100 If you’re hoping to save major calories by ditching your butter habit, tough luck: buttery spread has just as many. Fat Butter: 11 gVegan buttery spread: 11 g...

Consumers hoping to avoid genetically modified foods will soon have an easier time at the grocery store: Whole Foods Market, the nation’s largest natural and organic food retailer, has announced that all products sold in its stores must indicate whether they contain genetically modified organisms (GMOs) by 2018. “We’re responding to our customers, who have consistently asked us for GMO labeling, and we are doing so by focusing on where we have control: in our own stores,” says Walter Robb, Co-CEO of Whole Foods Market, in a statement....

But here’s the thing: No one knows why. Not even experts on B vitamins. B vitamins don’t boost your energy, says Catherine Champagne, Ph.D., R.D.N., director of dietary assessment and nutrition counseling at Louisiana State University’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center. People who are deficient in B vitamins do feel tired, because the micronutrients help your body turn food into energy, says Marie Caudill, Ph.D., R.D., a professor of nutrition at Cornell University....

Ashley’s answer: Great awareness—water alone does not a hydrated person make! H2O is necessary to our body both inside and outside of our cells. However, water can’t get inside our cells (i.e. properly absorbed) unless a few conditions are met. You’re already savvy to condition #1: you have to drink or eat water to get it into the body. Condition #2: the body can’t be overloaded with sodium (we need this mineral, but we don’t want too much of it since sodium keeps water outside of our cells....

Chances are, you’re not doing enough of that (moving, that is) and your health is suffering, according to a new study in Preventive Medicine. Researchers monitored the physical activity of 1,000 men and women and found that while men averaged 30 minutes of daily moderate-to-vigorous exercise—like brisk walking or running—women only averaged about 18 minutes. More from Prevention: 10 Reasons To Move More It’s no secret that exercise helps everything from depression to metabolic syndrome—so why are women skimping on it?...

You’re much more comfortable with your body. You’ve endured the ravages of pregnancy and the sweat and pain of childbirth. You’ve nursed wee ones and schlepped 50-pound preschoolers miles in sweltering heat. You’ve seen how much your body can endure, and as a result you’re more appreciative of it. All that pays off in the bedroom: a 2010 UK survey of 2000 women found that those in their 40s were less self conscious about their bodies than younger women and, as a result, were more comfortable in between the sheets....

You’ve spent the last 7 days putting in your best effort to lose a pound or two. But your weekly check-in with the scale reveals (again) that you can’t get your weight loss mojo in motion. The problem probably isn’t your willpower. You may be making common eating mistakes that even inveterate dieters fall prey to. These are 7 surprising reasons your weight loss plan isn’t working. Get the facts and get back on track....

Get the right seeds.the Sprout PeopleMumm’s2. Get the right (recycled) container. Forget grow-op kits. In the spirit of upcycling, reuse the plastic containers that baby spinach, arugula, or strawberries are packed in. Simply remove the lid and poke holes in the bottom of the container for drainage. Place the top lid under the container for use as a drainage tray.4. Harvest your food. You can’t raid the bulk bins at the supermarket and expect microgreen glory....

Americans spent $1.26 trillion on healthcare in 2009, and a mere 1% of the population spent almost 22% (or an average of $90,061 a year) of the overall healthcare expenses, according to a survey from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ). Those most likely to be among the top 10% of healthcare spenders are white women ages 45 and older. So why are women eating up such a large part of the healthcare spending pie?...

The demand, according to ads, is fueled by women willing to go to any length to get revenge on an ex, trigger a proposal, or “prank” friends and family. Pregnant women are cashing in, offering positive pregnancy tests and even bottles of their urine to facilitate a more realistic effect. Take this ad for example: “I am pregnant and am willing to take a pregnancy test for you that will be positive....

Per the company’s press release, these savory swaps are part of their “Spoon Vege” series. And, as you can guess, the series combines fruit and vegetable flavors for a “rich, refreshing taste,” as well as offering (slightly) less fat than their sweeter counterparts. While we’re curious as to how these ice creams will taste, we can’t say we’re surprised. Sweet-turned-savory treats have proven to be a top trend this year....