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  You’ve probably heard of cloves and even used them yourself in baking and cooking. It is a popular spice used to add both a warmth and a sweetness to many dishes and drinks. It turns out, however, that they actually have some pretty significant health benefits. This is your ultimate guide to cloves: Their health benefits, uses, how they work, potential side effects, and how easy it is for you to incorporate them into your daily routine. How Cloves Grow If you’ve ever looked at whole cloves and thought that they resemble flower buds, then you were right: They are the flower buds of the clove tree, scientifically known as Syzygium aromaticum. The clove tree is an evergreen plant native to the Maluku Islands in Indonesia, but it is now cultivated in tropical regions around the world. They grow best in tropical climates with rich, well-drained soil and regular rainfall. The tree can grow to a maximum height of 30 feet and produce fragrant, crimson flower buds that are harvested befor...

  After weeks of nonstop Wicked: For Good press events, Ariana Grande confirmed she had fallen ill, revealing a positive test result that unexpectedly derailed the final stretch of the tour. Concerns about Ariana Grande’s dramatic physical transformation had already sparked headlines leading up to the rollout of Wicked: For Good, the follow-up to the highly-anticipated first Wicked film. The musical fantasy – that reunites Grande, 32, and Cynthia Erivo, 38, in their roles as the beloved witches from Oz – debuted internationally in November, with the stars attending premieres in London, Singapore, and New York. Disruptions The press tour, however, was repeatedly disrupted. Earlier in the month, Grande missed the Brazil premiere due to aircraft safety issues, according to People. Just days later, she was physically grabbed by a man on the red carpet at the Singapore premiere on Nov.13. The incident, captured on video, showed Erivo stepping in without hesitation to shield her co-star,...

  Our skin is the largest organ in (or on) our bodies, which is important in maintaining overall health. As such, it’s vital to take good care of it. While a soothing warm shower after a long day is one of the greatest feelings, medical professionals warn that showering too often negatively impacts our skin. There’s a balance to be found, and it pertains to skin type. Showering with Dry Skin Although other factors should be considered, understanding your skin type is the best way to ensure you’re not showering too often. For example, if you have dry or oily skin showering every day won’t do your skin any favors. Due to some chemicals in soaps in body washes, dry skin can become increasingly dry the more it’s washed. Moreover, these chemicals are worse for dry and sensitive skin. As such, people with dry skin should shower 2-3 times a week. Showering with Oily Skin Meanwhile, people with oily skin should bathe more often, at least once a day and after exercise. “We advise patients w...

  Life and death are surprisingly complex elements, often leaving people wondering if they did it correctly. A hospice nurse has revealed the last thing more than 100 people have said in the moments before their passing. Interestingly, it sheds light on what’s important in life.  Notable Nurse Jackie Image Credit: @hospicenursejackie | Instagram A hospice nurse named Jackie McFadden has more than 2.5 million followers across her social media accounts, which she uses to share some interesting tidbits about her work, and the patients she encounters. Nurse Jackie specializes in “end-of-life” care and has used the platforms to “remove the stigma around death.”  Gratitude is Essential to Life Image Credit: @hospicenursejackie | Instagram She recently appeared on the podcast “Disruptors” to speak with Rob Moore, in which she shared a heartwarming moment that she’s incorporated into her nightly routine with residents. The nurse sits with her residents nightly to create a gratitu...

  He is one of the greatest and most underrated actors of his generation, and indeed any generation. Off-screen, he keeps to himself, lives with strict discipline, avoids technology, and follows a life of quiet routines. And try not to smile when you see this ’80s heartthrob — who, believe it or not, has turned 65! James Spader is the personification of class, cool guy and a fantastic actor. Over the years, this Hollywood star has proven to be a perfect example of handling curiosity, insincerity, and rudeness with grace, elegance, and character. As one fan once put it: “James Spader is the only actor that can make me sh*t my pants and make me feel loved at the same time with his characters.” Born in Boston to a family of teachers, he decided to forge his own path rather than follow the family’s academic expectations (both his sisters became teachers). At 17, Spader left the prestigious Phillips Academy and moved to New York City, where he chased a full-time acting career while supp...

  Waking up parched might seem like a minor annoyance, but your mouth could be calling for your attention, telling you that something deeper is going on. Nighttime dry mouth, medically known as xerostomia, may seem like a minor nuisance – but according to the Cleveland Clinic, it can have serious consequences if left unaddressed, making “you more vulnerable to tooth decay, gum disease and other dental issues.” What is dry mouth? Dry mouth occurs when your salivary glands don’t produce enough saliva to keep your mouth moist. Saliva (spit) plays a key role in keeping your mouth clean, lubricated, and protected from harmful bacteria. The condition is especially common at night, and surprisingly, it often goes unnoticed – until it starts interfering with your sleep or daily life. Here’s what might be behind that desert-like feeling in your mouth every morning. Digestion What you eat in the hours leading up to bedtime matters more than most people think. Fatty, spicy, or salty meals for...

  Let’s be clear here: Drooling while you sleep is typically not a health concern whatsoever. In fact, it is quite normal. It can be somewhat embarassing, however, particularly if you drool after having nodded off on a bus, airplane, or on your mother-in-law’s new couch. Drooling while you sleep can also indicate that perhaps there is something else going on with your health that you should be having checked out by a medical professional. These are some of the reasons why you might drool while sleeping, what you can do about it, and how to know when to see a doctor. 10 Reasons Why You’re Drooling While Sleeping There are so many reasons why you might be drooling while sleeping. Some people drool only while taking a nap but otherwise don’t at all. For others, waking up to a wet spot on the pillow is just a run-of-the-mill morning. Sometimes, these reasons are completely benign. However, there are some conditions that can cause you to drool while sleeping that you should consult your...