Gossiping, bullying, backstabbing—no, this isn’t high school. It’s the workplace. Half of workers say they’re treated rudely at their job at least once a week, up from just a quarter in 1998, according to a recent article published in the Harvard Business Review. Researchers polled 800 managers and employees in 17 industries. They found that being the victim of office rudeness led to decreased effort, quality of work, and time spent on the job....

Companies are embedding antimicrobial compounds into everything from toothpaste and hand soaps to socks, underwear, and workout clothing to kill germs and odors. While going to this extra germ-fighting effort might seem smart at first glance, scientists are finding that some antimicrobial chemicals are actually harming humans’ thyroids and hormonal systems. The kicker? Many antimicrobials used in pricier consumer products aren’t any better than traditional soap-and-water washing. Adding to the rip-off angle, the Swedish government recently analyzed clothing impregnated with the antibacterial agents silver, triclosan, and trichlorocarban and found that the germ- and odor-killing compounds often wash away very quickly, sometimes after just three washings....

[sidebar] Casten, founder of fitness class and instructor review site Rateyourburn.com, is not talking about the dance floor at 1OAK. Fitness classes, also, can be pulsing with sexually-charged energy. And, unsurprisingly, lots of workout buffs fall for the room’s sweaty star—the instructor. Need proof? At Barry’s Bootcamp, COO Joey Gonzalez met his husband in class, and popular instructor Noah Neiman met his girlfriend while teaching. SoulCycle star Stacey Griffith famously fell for a married client who left her husband to be with her....

We were particularly intrigued by two of the newest moo-free options to hit the market: Milkadamia, derived from macadamia nuts, and Ripple, made with newly trendy pea protein. So, how do they stack up against standbys like almond milk? We tasted both—and consulted a nutritionist—to get the scoop. Milkadamia Taste: If you’ve ever sipped almond milk before, Milkadamia will be familiar. It’s pretty neutral, but has that same hint of bitter—not that bitter’s bad; in fact, bitter flavors actually tend to be indicators of health benefits....

FIRE SIGNS Fire, one of the four elements by which zodiac signs are classified, signifies energy, aggressiveness, and enthusiasm. ARIES MARCH 21 – APRIL 19 The go-getter of the zodiac, the ram’s constitution is strong and tough. And those with this fire sign are also prone to being hot-headed. “Because of the level of heat in their bodies, Aries tend to deal with issues like flushing, heat rashes, skin eruptions, and rosacea,” explains Gordon....

There’s a good chance you’ve uttered these words at some point in your life, out loud or in your head. And while it’s common—we women can be unkind to ourselves, it’s true—that doesn’t mean it’s okay. Jen Brastad, founder of Our Beautiful Project, couldn’t agree more. “Women seem to make a sport out of trashing themselves,” she says. “And I was right in there with the pros.” Then, the simple act of decorating her bathroom wall changed everything....

–Cynthia Dobson, Cumming, GA Frozen Strawberry Pie Loaded with sweet berries, this luscious pie doesn’t need full-fat cream cheese to taste delicious. The buttery cookie-crumb crust saves calories over regular pastry. You can make and freeze the pie up to 2 weeks ahead. Just defrost at room temp for 35 minutes before serving. WORK TIME: 20 MINUTES / TOTAL TIME: 50 MINUTES + CHILLING TIMES / SERVINGS: 8 CRUST: 6 1/2 oz vanilla wafers (about 3 c) 2 Tbsp butter, melted 2 Tbsp canola oil FILLING AND TOPPING: 8 oz reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchatel), at room temperature 1/2 c confectioners’ sugar 1 lb strawberries, hulled 1 Tbsp granulated sugar...

Researchers questioned more than 700 adults on their sleeping habits, energy levels, health, and mood. Being a morning person—someone who naturally rises around 7 AM—was associated with a 19-25% boost in “positive effect,” or feelings of happiness, liveliness, cheerfulness, and alertness, says study author Renee Biss, a psychology researcher at the University of Toronto. Turns out morning people may be happier than night owls—people who drag themselves out of bed around 10 a....

Researchers created estimates based on everything from the national feed supply and land allocation to how much livestock-based food people consume each year. If you, like me, envision American farming as acres of open green fields and perfect rows of planted seed, you’re in for a disappointment: Turns out 40% of US land is dedicated to animal-based products (and the conditions much of the livestock is subjected to are anything but pretty or humane)....

In a study presented at the American Society for Nutrition’s 2015 Annual Meeting, scientists from Purdue University gave participants three different versions of a salad featuring raw tomatoes, shredded carrots, baby spinach, romaine lettuce, and goji berries: One had no egg, the second had 1.5 scrambled eggs, and a third had 3 scrambled eggs. Blood tests taken before and after the meals showed that those who ate the most egg with their veggies hiked their absorption of carotenoids, including beta-carotene, alpha-carotene, lycopene, lutein, and zeaxanthin, 3 to 9-fold....

[sidebar]We won’t lie: You do have to eat right and exercise. But we’re here to maximize your efforts. Here are the very best moves, products, foods, clothes, and more for flattening your tummy fast. Some even give instant results! Bad Back Best Exercise: Lying chest raise. This ab-and back-strengthener is great for preventing lower back pain and for rehabilitation after an injury—as long as you have no pain and your doctor has given you the go-ahead....

The latest cancer-fighting superfood? The much-loved tomato, thanks to the fruit’s ability to raise levels of a hormone known to help regulate blood sugar and fat. The study, appearing in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, explains that as a postmenopausal woman ages, her body mass index tends to climb, a clear breast cancer risk factor. In the latest study, though, researchers from Rutgers University found that eating a diet high in tomatoes helped promote better fat regulation and sugar metabolism, keeping women’s body mass index out of the danger zone....

PREP TIME: 10 Minutes TOTAL TIME: 20 Minutes + Rising Time YIELD: 4 (10" Diameter) Thin Pizza Crusts SERVINGS: 2 Per Pizza STIR together ¾ c warm water (105°–115° F), 1 pkg (¼ oz) active dry yeast, and ½ tsp sugar. Let stand until foamy, about 10 minutes. STIR in 1 c whole wheat flour, 1 c all-purpose flour, 1½ tsp extra virgin olive oil, and 1 tsp kosher salt....

Several studies have shown that after an intense workout, your body’s ability to regulate your heart rate is suppressed, which can increase the risk of lethal arrhythmias and cardiovascular mortality after vigorous exercise, even if you’re healthy. However, researchers from Brazil’s Federal University of Juiz de Fora recently discovered that drinking a few glasses of water after a high-intensity workout can slow your heart back down to its normal tempo in less time, which means it won’t be forced to work as hard to pump blood through your system, reducing the risk of complications....

How can that be? First, a little hair anatomy: Each strand of your hair is essentially a tube with an inner cortex and a protective outer layer (called a cuticle) held together by delicate proteins. “When the cuticle layer is perfectly intact, then hair is very shiny and doesn’t tend to break,” says Jeff Donovan, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and hair restoration physician with Hair Club Medical Group in Toronto....

But when we posted these bone broth articles on Twitter, we noticed an unusual response in our stream of notifications. Any time a tweet included the phrase “bone broth,” an account called The Stock Stickler replied instantly, writing, “That’s also called stock.” It’s a disarmingly calm response for a social network that’s known for bubbling fonts of vitriol. That’s also called stock. A touch pedantic, perhaps, but not angry or impassioned in the slightest....

Alzheimer’s is a form of dementia where brain cells degenerate and die, causing problems with memory, thinking, and behavior. An estimated 5.4 million Americans are living with the disease—3.4 million are women. Most people get it after age 65; but up to 5% (or roughly 200,000 Americans) start suffering early, in their 40s and 50s. The symptoms sneak up slowly, but eventually become worse and start to interfere with your quality of life....

[sidebar]The pros: If it comes in a package, you don’t eat it. You don’t have to think about it, or make choices. You simply avoid processed foods, which are often less nutritious than unprocessed foods. You avoid added sugars or flour. This restriction can be very helpful for people who are carb-sensitive or carb-cravers. You don’t have to figure out how many carbs you can have; the answer is only those from fruits and vegetables....

Meet Greensbury Market—a company that’s managed to combine your love of quality meat and seafood with online shopping. It’s the latest in an increasing number of online retailers that are delivering high quality animal proteins right to your doorstep, provided you live in the continental US. They offer everything from grass-fed beef and lamb to wild caught halibut and shrimp. They even have femur bones from grass-fed cows so you can finally whip up a batch of homemade bone broth and fully transition into health-minded hipster....