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đź’Ś start an herb garden, least bad alcohol, read secrets we keep

TODAY IS FRIDAY, JUNE 13TH

WHAT TO EXPECT

• stories: your guts begging you to stop these habits, is there a least bad alcohol, blush tattoos
• this week’s watch: secrets we keep
• extra stories
• recent articles: top 10 poolside beauty products for an effortless look
• weekly favorites: toothbrush upgrade
• quote on: wellness
• weekend plans: start an herb garden

WELLNESS: YOUR GUT IS BEGGING YOU TO BREAK THESE HABITS
Sorting through gut health advice can be overwhelming in today’s times (thanks to social media fads and pricey wellness products), but you’ll be glad to know that the basics still matter most! Simple habits like eating fiber-rich foods, staying hydrated, exercising, and managing stress are the best ways to support digestive health. But the following, quite common, everyday behaviors can harm your gut big time—such as skipping meals, overusing artificial sweeteners, lingering on the toilet, regularly taking NSAIDs, lying down after eating, or skimping on sleep. Doing these things can actually disrupt bowel regularity, strain your digestive system, and even alter your gut microbiome.

LIFESTYLE: IS THERE A LEAST BAD ALCOHOL
While no type of alcohol is truly "healthier," there are ways to reduce the harm if you choose to drink. Experts agree that alcohol—regardless of type—poses risks to your health, including increased chances of cancer, liver and heart disease, and mental health issues. What matters most is how much ethanol you're consuming, which you can gauge by looking at the alcohol by volume (A.B.V.) on labels. In general, drinks with lower A.B.V.—like lighter beers—expose you to less ethanol than wine or liquor. To drink more wisely, stick to lower A.B.V. options, watch your portion sizes, and be cautious with cocktails, especially those mixed with caffeine or sugary mixers. And while clear liquors don’t appear to be less harmful than dark ones, darker drinks may cause worse hangovers due to higher levels of congeners—byproducts of fermentation.

BEAUTY: BLUSH TATTOOS ARE THE NEW BEAUTY TREND
Semi-permanent cheek blush tattoos are the newest makeup trend that is designed to give a naturally flushed look for you on a daily basis. It’s super popular in Europe and is quickly gaining traction in the states, especially for those who want a low maintenance beauty routine. The procedure uses pigments that are applied to the upper skin layers for a soft buildable effect, and it normally lasts 2-5 years depending on skin type + skincare habits. Since it’s not a permanent tattoo, it’s not painful for most people, but the healing process involves swelling, peeling, and careful aftercare.

This Danish crime thriller revolves around Cecilie, a wealthy woman, as she becomes obsessed with finding Ruby (her neighbor’s au pair) and unravels secrets that threaten her seemingly perfect life and implicates her closest friends. It explores themes of privilege, class exploitation, and the power dynamics within families. You can watch this on Netflix & yes, they have English audio + subtitles.

đź‘— this is what you’ll want to wear to a winery

🍹 if hidden bars are your thing

🩲 commando at the gym?

As summer begins, we’re sharing the top 10 poolside beauty essentials that deliver without any of the fuss. From waterproof mascara that won’t budge to multitasking tints that bring color to lips and cheeks, these products are made to withstand long, sunny days out. So grab your tote, throw in a few of these go-to beauty picks, and get ready to glow all summer long.

TOOTHBRUSH UPGRADE

ON WELLNESS: Wellness isn't a destination—it's a way of living. It's the small, daily choices that shape a life of balance, energy, and purpose. — Anon

Wellness is about consistent, mindful living—not perfection. It’s built through small, repeated choices that support your health and happiness over time, versus random adaptations in hopes of extreme changes in your life.

START AN HERB GARDEN

Turn your weekend into something fresh—literally. Starting a small herb garden is easy and super satisfying, whether you’ve got a sunny windowsill or a backyard patch. Bonus: your future meals will taste even better with homegrown basil, mint, or rosemary in the mix.