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Cosmopolitan
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Bella Hadid Convinced Me to Buy 501 Levi's Shorts on Amazon
Aside from the fact that Bella Hadid is a super rich supermodel with a cowboy BF who looks like he galloped straight out of a smutty beach read, I can sooo relate to the Kin Euphorics co-founder. I, too, have dyed my brunette hair a blinding blonde and think women shouldn't have to work on their period. We're two peas in my (delulu) pod. And while her wardrobe might occasionally lean unrelatable—she is still a super rich supermodel, after all—her latest look is not only totally accessible, but has convinced me to finally buy a pair of 501 Levi's cutoffs for myself. Bella was photographed making a quick pit stop to pump gas (see, relatable queen, told you!) in Aspen on Sunday, wearing a medium wash of the style with Classic Micro Uggs, a casual tee, and red varsity jacket. Though, TBH, I don't know her exact shade, I found a pretty (if not exact) match for her shorts on Amazon—and they're only $34. The universally flattering summer staple has that lived-in vintage feel but with a little update from the OGs. The style has a waist-defining high rise fit and 100% cotton fabric that won't stretch out two sizes too big after just one wear. But, even though they hold their shape well, they still have just the right amount of give so you're not uncomfy. Thousands of shoppers raved about the denim shorts. "This is my first pair of Levi's or shorts without stretch so I went through hundreds of reviews to settle on a size and these are perfect," one customer said, before adding that "they make [their] legs look longer" and are "surprisingly comfortable too." Another said that the "fit is amazing" and they're "snug in all the right places without being too tight." Others added that they're "always true to size" and "super flattering on any body type." If you want to complete Bella's entire look, you can snag her Uggs to pair with the denim and toss on a simple red bomber (maybe this one or this one?). I'm certainly going to just in hopes I manifest a cowboy BF of my own. Megan Schaltegger is an NYC-based writer. She loves strong coffee, eating her way through the Manhattan food scene, and her dog, Murray. She promises not to talk about herself in third person IRL.
Daily Mail
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Braless Bella Hadid frees the nipple in VERY racy sheer top
Bella Hadid freed the nipple on Monday as she stepped out in sunny New York City wearing a sheer brown off-the-shoulder top. The clinging shirt exposed the supermodel's bra-free cleavage, and she teamed the sultry look with ripped light wash jeans secured by a chunky brown belt. The brunette beauty — who attended sister Gigi Hadid's 30th birthday party on Saturday — flashed her megawatt smile while letting her tousled, long tresses fall down her back. The fashionista rounded out the spring look with a pair of pointy-toe, brown, leather heels and vintage bomber jacket in the same color. She accessorized with a yellow bangle, an understated necklace and earrings, plus narrow and frameless brown sunglasses. Days ago the Kin Euphorics founder paid tribute to her older sister Gigi with social media posts as she turned 30. Sharing with her 61 million Instagram followers, she uploaded a collection of throwback childhood images with her sibling. '30!!! Holy what the heck. !!!! Can't believe we've been connected at the hip for this long. Lucky me,' she began the caption of one post. Pouring her heart out, she continued in the sweet note, 'Happy 30th to my butt buddy, my sweet sister, my mentor, my whip-my-ass-into shaper, my built in best friend … you have shaped me, taught me, loved me, stood by me and pushed me to be everything I am today.' Bella's gushing message went on: 'You are the most funny, cool, fun, creative, artistic, loving, thoughtful human/big sis and to watch you be the best, most fun, bad ass mama to our Khaiba is the greatest gift to me as a sister.' She praised her blonde sister, who is dating Bradley Cooper, for having 'a heart of gold' and 'constantly being thoughtful of others, but always staying true to yourself.' Along with 25-year-old younger brother Anwar Hadid, the sisters are the offspring of Yolanda Hadid and Mohamed Hadid. Bella added in her caption, 'You have taught me so much of how to be myself in a world of people telling us all who we are supposed to be. And that's a gift I cherish from you beyond anything.' Referencing her four-year-old niece Khai a second time, she added, 'Thank you to mommy @yolandahadid for bringing my first best friend into the world and thank you @gigihadid for bringing my newest best friend into the world!!' In addition to her 'non-alcoholic functional beverages' brand Kin Euphorics, Bella is also the founder and Chief Commercial Officer of fragrance collection Orebella. The company will mark its one-year anniversary in May. 'Hydrating, 'alcohol-free,' and 'elevated with essential oils,' according to its Instagram bio, consumers can find the products at Ulta Beauty. On April 15 Hadid used her Instagram platform to plug the perfumes, writing in a caption, 'i've always felt safest surrounded by nature. 'it raised me, grounded me, healed me. mother earth has given us everything. we made @orebella with that in mind.' She added, 'made with care, intention, love and respect for all things. happy earth month! holding her close today and always.'
Yahoo
29-01-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Kratom is an herbal supplement with stimulant-like effects. Why is it in wellness drinks?
A 12 oz. can of Mitra9 looks just like any other new-age drink. Marketed towards the sober-curious, a company spokesperson says Mitra9 fits a range of needs and their drinks are favored by 'wellness enthusiasts' who are 'looking for natural alternatives to traditional beverages' as well as 'busy individuals who need focus and energy during the day but also want a way to unwind and relax in a healthy manner.' But look closer at Mitra9's ingredient list: the canned beverage's buzzy powers come from kratom, an herbal supplement with stimulant properties. Mitra9 is just one of many kratom-infused products, including Jubi and Club13, claiming to be a better alternative to alcohol or even caffeine. The health-forward branding is akin to the way nonalcoholic, functional beverage companies like Kin Euphorics and De Soi — which include adaptogen ingredients like ashwagandha and l-theanine — promote themselves. They even share similar packaging: Jubi, which comes in playful, bright containers, boasts that its products are 'gluten-free' and 'plant-based.' But while some wellness companies using kratom may frame the ingredient as a safe way to enhance one's mood and energy levels, there's also a darker side — one that has earned kratom the nickname 'gas station heroin.' In 2021, Texas man Dustin Hernandez died following a seizure after drinking kratom tea. Though Hernandez reportedly used kratom to manage anxiety, his family said he had been 'in denial' about the addictive qualities of the substance. More recently in March 2023, a class action lawsuit was filed against the parent company of kratom drink Feel Free over allegations that consumers were not properly warned about the side effects of the ingredient. Then, there are the users like Lizzy Falls opening up about becoming dependent on kratom — which some were unaware was even possible when they first took the substance, given their lack of knowledge about the ingredient. 'When I was first given kratom, I was told that it was as safe as coffee,' Falls shared on TikTok. 'So that made it hard for me to realize that I had a problem.' Kratom is an herbal supplement made from the leaves of the Mitragyna speciosa tree, which is native to Southeast Asia. Typically, it's sold and packaged as dried leaves, powders, capsules, tablets or liquid extracts, and can also be found in teas and now, canned beverages. In 2021, an estimated 1.7 million Americans 12 and older used kratom, per the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's National Survey on Drug Use and Health. Kratom is considered a natural product, which means that it falls outside of the Food and Drug Administration's authority, and the FDA says that it cannot be 'lawfully marketed in the U.S. as a drug product, a dietary supplement or a food additive in conventional food.' Yet kratom, in most states, can still be lawfully sold — and kratom specialty stores are even popping up around the country. Kratom has stimulant properties, making you feel more awake and alert, and it also has properties of opioids, Jamie Alan, associate professor of pharmacology and toxicology at Michigan State University, tells Yahoo Life. The latter is a 'big concern,' Alan says. Kratom hits the same receptors as addictive substances like so-called painkillers such as morphine, codeine or fentanyl. That means you can also become dependent on kratom, the way you would with these medications. 'It's the same mechanism by which you become addicted to any sort of opioid, and you will get some of the opioid side effects,' Alan says. While these impacts can include things like constipation, Alan says one of the 'most concerning' side effects is respiratory depression. This means that, in some cases, your breathing can slow down to dangerous levels while using kratom — and it can even stop entirely. This is how people die of opioid overdoses and why Narcan, or naloxone, works to quickly block opioid receptors in the brain in order to restore their normal breathing. Though kratom overdose risk is low, naloxone will also work to treat a kratom overdose. Alan says that while deaths from kratom alone are 'pretty low,' the risk rises when it's combined with other substances that slow down your respiratory rate, such as sedatives like Xanax or Ativan, as well as opioids. And kratom addiction can cause major life problems in the same way other drug dependence does, Dr. David I. Deyhimy, founder and medical director of MYMATCLINIC and Pulse Addiction, tells Yahoo Life. He says that his clinic has seen a 'dramatic uptick' in kratom users, some of whom were previously addicted to opioids but had since been in remission. 'Patients develop a pain-related condition and think kratom is a less dangerous alternative to opioids, then develop tolerance [and their use] escalates, and they can't stop — very similar to opioid addiction,' he explains. 'Others are patients with opioid use disorder, and they try switching to kratom to wean off of opioids but are not successful in stopping kratom.' Deyhimy says that he's seen patients who try to stop taking kratom experience symptoms similar to opioid withdrawal, such as elevated blood pressure, heart rate, sleep disturbances, muscle aches, gastrointestinal disturbances, anxiety, dysphoria and depression. 'Recently, we had a patient end up in the ICU on a ventilator from kratom,' he says. The spokesperson for Mitra9 says that they are well aware of the controversy surrounding kratom and that their brand prioritizes 'education, transparency and safety' around the product. 'We do not consider a plant like kratom to be any more controversial than other plants found in our food supply,' they say. 'Plants are complex and require you to take the time to thoroughly understand them. Unfortunately, some controversies were created prior to some groups not researching the plant. Mitra9 is directly involved with sourcing the highest quality kratom that is rigorously tested for purity and potency. We want customers to feel confident knowing what is in their drink has met the highest safety standards.' As a natural substance, kratom is not regulated by the FDA — however, as of 2023, it is banned in the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Indiana, Rhode Island, Vermont and Wisconsin. It's also banned in certain jurisdictions within states: for example, while kratom is legal in the state of California, it's banned in cities like San Diego and Newport Beach. But just because kratom is legal in your area does not necessarily mean it's a safe product. 'Because kratom is not regulated in the way that prescription and over-the-counter medications are regulated, you don't really know exactly what you're getting in that bottle,' she says. 'Herbal medications and natural products are notorious for not having what they say they have in them, so there's always a risk that it is contaminated with something, or it has more than the label says, or less than the label says. I think this can be very dangerous.' One concern with kratom, specifically, is the risk of it being contaminated with salmonella, as well as heavy metals — something the FDA warned consumers about in 2019. Supplements are becoming more and more popular for helping people manage health concerns, with more than 59 million Americans taking supplements regularly for wellness purposes. Functional drinks are becoming a bigger piece of that market, with $123.95 billion in sales in 2023 — but while many people may not overthink popping an adaptogen-filled beverage, or even a caffeinated energy drink, kratom calls for a bit more consideration. If people are unaware of the potential addictive qualities of kratom — as many who claim to have developed an addiction kratom say they were — what starts as an opportunity to improve their health can have unwanted consequences. There is potential for kratom to be used in beneficial ways in the future. In Southeast Asia, it's been used to treat fatigue, diarrhea, muscle cramps and pain. While not enough research has been done into kratom to support health benefits, there is some evidence that it may have the potential to relieve pain and boost mood, and it may have potential as a treatment for opioid withdrawal symptoms. 'The FDA is supporting studies looking into the [potential] clinical utility of this substance, but we just don't know that yet,' Alan says. 'So where we sit right now is that it's mostly all risk, because it's completely unregulated.' But whether you pick up one of these kratom drinks, or other kratom-infused supplement, may depend on your risk tolerance — as there is a potential for becoming dependent. 'There is probably little risk to someone who is an occasional user,' Alan says. 'However, kratom does act like a weak opioid agonist and therefore carries a risk of dependence and addiction. It's hard to say who will develop dependence and who will not.'
Yahoo
29-01-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Kratom is an herbal supplement with stimulant-like effects. Why is it in wellness drinks?
A 12 oz. can of Mitra9 looks just like any other new-age drink. Marketed towards the sober-curious, a company spokesperson says Mitra9 fits a range of needs and their drinks are favored by 'wellness enthusiasts' who are 'looking for natural alternatives to traditional beverages' as well as 'busy individuals who need focus and energy during the day but also want a way to unwind and relax in a healthy manner.' But look closer at Mitra9's ingredient list: the canned beverage's buzzy powers come from kratom, an herbal supplement with stimulant properties. Mitra9 is just one of many kratom-infused products, including Jubi and Club13, claiming to be a better alternative to alcohol or even caffeine. The health-forward branding is akin to the way nonalcoholic, functional beverage companies like Kin Euphorics and De Soi — which include adaptogen ingredients like ashwagandha and l-theanine — promote themselves. They even share similar packaging: Jubi, which comes in playful, bright containers, boasts that its products are 'gluten-free' and 'plant-based.' See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. But while some wellness companies using kratom may frame the ingredient as a safe way to enhance one's mood and energy levels, there's also a darker side — one that has earned kratom the nickname 'gas station heroin.' In 2021, Texas man Dustin Hernandez died following a seizure after drinking kratom tea. Though Hernandez reportedly used kratom to manage anxiety, his family said he had been 'in denial' about the addictive qualities of the substance. More recently in March 2023, a class action lawsuit was filed against the parent company of kratom drink Feel Free over allegations that consumers were not properly warned about the side effects of the ingredient. Then, there are the users like Lizzy Falls opening up about becoming dependent on kratom — which some were unaware was even possible when they first took the substance, given their lack of knowledge about the ingredient. 'When I was first given kratom, I was told that it was as safe as coffee,' Falls shared on TikTok. 'So that made it hard for me to realize that I had a problem.' Kratom is an herbal supplement made from the leaves of the Mitragyna speciosa tree, which is native to Southeast Asia. Typically, it's sold and packaged as dried leaves, powders, capsules, tablets or liquid extracts, and can also be found in teas and now, canned beverages. In 2021, an estimated 1.7 million Americans 12 and older used kratom, per the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's National Survey on Drug Use and Health. Kratom is considered a natural product, which means that it falls outside of the Food and Drug Administration's authority, and the FDA says that it cannot be 'lawfully marketed in the U.S. as a drug product, a dietary supplement or a food additive in conventional food.' Yet kratom, in most states, can still be lawfully sold — and kratom specialty stores are even popping up around the country. Kratom has stimulant properties, making you feel more awake and alert, and it also has properties of opioids, Jamie Alan, associate professor of pharmacology and toxicology at Michigan State University, tells Yahoo Life. The latter is a 'big concern,' Alan says. Kratom hits the same receptors as addictive substances like so-called painkillers such as morphine, codeine or fentanyl. That means you can also become dependent on kratom, the way you would with these medications. 'It's the same mechanism by which you become addicted to any sort of opioid, and you will get some of the opioid side effects,' Alan says. While these impacts can include things like constipation, Alan says one of the 'most concerning' side effects is respiratory depression. This means that, in some cases, your breathing can slow down to dangerous levels while using kratom — and it can even stop entirely. This is how people die of opioid overdoses and why Narcan, or naloxone, works to quickly block opioid receptors in the brain in order to restore their normal breathing. Though kratom overdose risk is low, naloxone will also work to treat a kratom overdose. Alan says that while deaths from kratom alone are 'pretty low,' the risk rises when it's combined with other substances that slow down your respiratory rate, such as sedatives like Xanax or Ativan, as well as opioids. And kratom addiction can cause major life problems in the same way other drug dependence does, Dr. David I. Deyhimy, founder and medical director of MYMATCLINIC and Pulse Addiction, tells Yahoo Life. He says that his clinic has seen a 'dramatic uptick' in kratom users, some of whom were previously addicted to opioids but had since been in remission. 'Patients develop a pain-related condition and think kratom is a less dangerous alternative to opioids, then develop tolerance [and their use] escalates, and they can't stop — very similar to opioid addiction,' he explains. 'Others are patients with opioid use disorder, and they try switching to kratom to wean off of opioids but are not successful in stopping kratom.' Deyhimy says that he's seen patients who try to stop taking kratom experience symptoms similar to opioid withdrawal, such as elevated blood pressure, heart rate, sleep disturbances, muscle aches, gastrointestinal disturbances, anxiety, dysphoria and depression. 'Recently, we had a patient end up in the ICU on a ventilator from kratom,' he says. The spokesperson for Mitra9 says that they are well aware of the controversy surrounding kratom and that their brand prioritizes 'education, transparency and safety' around the product. 'We do not consider a plant like kratom to be any more controversial than other plants found in our food supply,' they say. 'Plants are complex and require you to take the time to thoroughly understand them. Unfortunately, some controversies were created prior to some groups not researching the plant. Mitra9 is directly involved with sourcing the highest quality kratom that is rigorously tested for purity and potency. We want customers to feel confident knowing what is in their drink has met the highest safety standards.' As a natural substance, kratom is not regulated by the FDA — however, as of 2023, it is banned in the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Indiana, Rhode Island, Vermont and Wisconsin. It's also banned in certain jurisdictions within states: for example, while kratom is legal in the state of California, it's banned in cities like San Diego and Newport Beach. But just because kratom is legal in your area does not necessarily mean it's a safe product. 'Because kratom is not regulated in the way that prescription and over-the-counter medications are regulated, you don't really know exactly what you're getting in that bottle,' she says. 'Herbal medications and natural products are notorious for not having what they say they have in them, so there's always a risk that it is contaminated with something, or it has more than the label says, or less than the label says. I think this can be very dangerous.' One concern with kratom, specifically, is the risk of it being contaminated with salmonella, as well as heavy metals — something the FDA warned consumers about in 2019. Supplements are becoming more and more popular for helping people manage health concerns, with more than 59 million Americans taking supplements regularly for wellness purposes. Functional drinks are becoming a bigger piece of that market, with $123.95 billion in sales in 2023 — but while many people may not overthink popping an adaptogen-filled beverage, or even a caffeinated energy drink, kratom calls for a bit more consideration. If people are unaware of the potential addictive qualities of kratom — as many who claim to have developed an addiction kratom say they were — what starts as an opportunity to improve their health can have unwanted consequences. There is potential for kratom to be used in beneficial ways in the future. In Southeast Asia, it's been used to treat fatigue, diarrhea, muscle cramps and pain. While not enough research has been done into kratom to support health benefits, there is some evidence that it may have the potential to relieve pain and boost mood, and it may have potential as a treatment for opioid withdrawal symptoms. 'The FDA is supporting studies looking into the [potential] clinical utility of this substance, but we just don't know that yet,' Alan says. 'So where we sit right now is that it's mostly all risk, because it's completely unregulated.' But whether you pick up one of these kratom drinks, or other kratom-infused supplement, may depend on your risk tolerance — as there is a potential for becoming dependent. 'There is probably little risk to someone who is an occasional user,' Alan says. 'However, kratom does act like a weak opioid agonist and therefore carries a risk of dependence and addiction. It's hard to say who will develop dependence and who will not.'
