Coconut oil has a great reputation in the beauty community. It makes for a great makeup remover and skin soother. Some of the effects, however, will vary from person to person. There are also a few things you should never do with coconut oil. Coconut oil

I tried keeping the most common New Year's resolutions for a week. I broke down generic resolutions into small, attainable goals. I realized that making resolutions doesn't have to be overwhelming. New Year's resolutions stress me out. As if trying to hav

It's safe to say no one loves having acne — and dealing with it isn't always a simple process. Finding a treatment that works for your skin depends on a few variables, and sometimes the help of a dermatologist. But bad habits, like touching your face or n

There's no debate on the benefits of exercise. There are, however, different expert opinions, advice, and unspoken workout "rules." Some stem from outdated information, and others are so ingrained that they become a habit — even though they aren't effecti

A New Year's resolution doesn't have to involve the gym. There are other effective ways to reach your fitness goals. Changing your diet and exercise approach is one way to start. There's a lot of talk about goal setting as New Year's Eve approaches. And e

Amelia Burns developed a serious condition because of over-exercising. She experienced bizarre swelling, muscle weakness, and blurred vision post-workout. INSIDER spoke with Dr. Nesochi Okeke-Igbokwe about the condition and what precautions you can take.

Doctors found 100 mites living in a Chinese woman's eyelashes. This was the result of her sleeping on a dirty pillowcase for five years. Eyelash mites are common, and usually not life-threatening. You can avoid them by removing your makeup before bed and

Bodybuilder Michelle Middleton recently shared a side-by-side photo of her bloated and un-bloated body. She shared the photos to show her followers that extreme bloat can affect anyone. Middleton told INSIDER that she used the FODMAP diet to determine wha

Reaching your fitness goals requires dedication to both your diet and exercise. INSIDER spoke with nutritionists and trainers about eating for your goals. If you want to lose weight or build muscle, you need to focus on calorie intake and burn. If you wan

Research suggests having sex before bed can help you fall asleep. The key, however, is for both partners to reach orgasm. This releases the hormone oxytocin, which can influence sleep processes Many people have a bedtime ritual that magically lulls them i

Some people are guilty of eating too few calories. There are both short-term and long-term warning signs, including headaches and constipation. Professionals recommend eating a certain number of meals per day to make sure you get enough calories. Calories

People did some remarkable and inspiring things in 2017. Some donated their time and money, while others spread compassion. These acts of kindness and inclusivity will make you appreciate 2017, and inspire your goals for next year. A new year brings a cha

Stephen Pasterino trains Victoria's Secret models Blanca Padilla and Nadine Leopold. Pasterino gave INSIDER a sneak peek of the last workout his models did before the 2017 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. He noted that the workout isn't a quick fix but is

I tried to eat like Queen Elizabeth II for a day. She eats quite healthily, but has specific indulgences. I realized that trying new foods is a learning process, and re-trying foods can be even more enlightening. Queen Elizabeth II is set in her ways when

Some houseplants are known to help purify the air. A horticulturist told INSIDER that keeping a plant is also linked with therapeutic benefits. There are plenty of low-maintenance plants you can keep that could fit your lifestyle. Eating plants isn't the

Beyoncé used to run and sing her album at the same time. According to her former trainer, Mark Jenkins, this helped build up her stamina. Beyoncé also used to use this technique when her father was her manager. Jenkins suggested aerobic exercises and inte