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    The Best Dandruff Shampoo for Men 2021

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    When we go outside, we want to look our best. Dress to impress and get ourselves groomed just right. There’s a lot that needs to be taken into account, and you don’t want to let anything ruin your aesthetic. This is why anyone dealing with dandruff needs to make some moves immediately.
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    What is dandruff? We’ve all heard about it but if we’ve never really dealt with it, then you might not know. Well, it’s a simple issue. It’s when the hair on your scalp starts to flake. It flakes off and starts to drift down onto your person. Tends to hang around the shoulders and the neck. Especially embarrassing when dark clothing is being worn.
    Dandruff may not be the biggest issue in the world, since it isn’t debilitating to your health nor is it something that leaves you with an odor. No, it’s just debilitating to your appeal. And that is why you need to get out ahead of things and pick up the best dandruff shampoo around.
    There are a lot of dandruff shampoos out there. All of which are made to target dandruff, but also come with other benefits as well. If you’re the kind of person with oily hair or with dry hair, those looking for something to use on a daily basis versus those looking simply for dandruff combating conditioners. All those options exist.
    Knowing that there are so many options out there for dandruff shampoos, we have saved you guys a whole lot of time and found 5 of the best that are available on Amazon right now. All hitting different needs, so you can choose the one that works best for you. All you gotta do is scroll on down and make the choice right now. No need to let that dandruff keep hanging around.
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    The Best Dandruff Shampoo for Men 2022

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    When we go outside, we want to look our best. Dress to impress and get ourselves groomed just right. There’s a lot that needs to be taken into account, and you don’t want to let anything ruin your aesthetic. This is why anyone dealing with dandruff needs to make some moves immediately.
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    What is dandruff? We’ve all heard about it but if we’ve never really dealt with it, then you might not know. Well, it’s a simple issue. It’s when the hair on your scalp starts to flake. It flakes off and starts to drift down onto your person. Tends to hang around the shoulders and the neck. Especially embarrassing when dark clothing is being worn.
    Dandruff may not be the biggest issue in the world, since it isn’t debilitating to your health nor is it something that leaves you with an odor. No, it’s just debilitating to your appeal. And that is why you need to get out ahead of things and pick up the best dandruff shampoo around.
    There are a lot of dandruff shampoos out there. All of which are made to target dandruff, but also come with other benefits as well. If you’re the kind of person with oily hair or with dry hair, those looking for something to use on a daily basis versus those looking simply for dandruff combating conditioners. All those options exist.
    Knowing that there are so many options out there for dandruff shampoos, we have saved you guys a whole lot of time and found 5 of the best that are available on Amazon right now. All hitting different needs, so you can choose the one that works best for you. All you gotta do is scroll on down and make the choice right now. No need to let that dandruff keep hanging around.
    The Best Dandruff Shampoo For Men

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    The Best Nose Hair Trimmers for Men 2021

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    When we go out of the house, we want to look our best. Dress properly and get nice and cleaned up. Groom ourselves so we look like a million bucks. And you want to make sure every nook and cranny is properly attuned for maximum style. You don’t want to miss anything. Sometimes we may miss those little nose hairs that creep out. Which means you’ll want to pick up one of the Best Nose Hair Trimmers around.
     

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    Trimming our nose hairs doesn’t sound like the most difficult thing in the world. But it can actually be a bit of an issue if you don’t have the right equipment. Most beard trimmers won’t fit in your nose to whack those weeds unless they come with the right attachment. Using scissors can get the job done, but it’s not easy and it may not get all those hairs out at 100% efficiency.
    This is why you need to get a nose hair trimmer. And not just any that comes into view when you type a search into Amazon. No, you deserve the Best Nose Hair Trimmers around. And we have gone and found them for you. 5 of them to be exact. Each one with a different set of benefits that makes it easy for you to choose which is best for you. That’s what this is all about. Making life easier for you.
    Each of these trimmers is in stock at Amazon right now. And you can pick them up for a good price. For the most part, these bad boys won’t break the bank. In fact, most of them come in at under $20, with none of them exceeding the $60 mark. So if you are looking to get yourself the equipment you need to get properly groomed for a night on the town or for a business meeting, then scroll on down and pick up one of the best nose hair trimmers.

    BEST NOSE HAIR TRIMMERS

    AmazonCleanfly Ear and Nose Hair Trimmer
    At the end of the day, you can’t go wrong with picking up this trimmer from Cleanfly. It’s got the power to make mincemeat out of your nose hair, without causing any damage thanks to the shielding cover. And it’s able to easily line up your beard and eyebrows. The attachments help to make this powerful number the all-around best in our minds.
    Best for: All-Rounder
    Get It: Pick up the Cleanfly Ear and Nose Hair Trimmer ($15; was $17) at Amazon
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    AmazonPanasonic Nose Hair Trimmer
    Most nose hair trimmers don’t come in sizes that make them hard to bring with you anywhere. But some are better than others, like this compact number from Panasonic. Dual-edged blades make cutting through nose hair so easy. And with its wet/dry design, you can do it anywhere. Store it in your bag so you have it with you on the go.
    Best for: Travel
    Get It: Pick up the Panasonic Nose Hair Trimmer ($20) at Amazon
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    AmazonMANSCAPED™ The Weed Whacker™ Nose and Ear Hair Trimmer
    Got the steady hands to make the most precise cuts with your trimmer? Then you don’t want any ole trimmer. You want this one from MANSCAPED™. Why? The 9000 rpm motor allows the blades that are set at a 23-degree angle (like the contours of your nose) to get in there and make sure it all disappears. No missing spots. Just a precise cut.
    Best for: Precision
    Get It: Pick up the MANSCAPED™ The Weed Whacker™ Nose and Ear Hair Trimmer ($35) at Amazon
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    AmazonZORAMI Ear and Nose Hair Trimmer
    If you’re looking to get a lot of bang for your buck, then you can’t go wrong with the value found in this trimmer from ZORAMI. For less than $10, you can get a wet/dry nose hair trimmer that’ll get into your nose and cut all the hair out of there with its 360-degree blade design. Easy as can be for a great low price.
    Best for: Value
    Get It: Pick up the ZORAMI Ear and Nose Hair Trimmer ($9) at Amazon
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    AmazonBraun 9-in-1 Beard Trimmer
    Maybe you want to kill two birds with one stone. Or in the case of this Braun product, 9 birds with one stone. Because you won’t just get a nose hair trimmer here. You’re getting a beard trimmer with enough attachments in this to-go case that’ll let you groom every part of your body with ease and precision.
    Best for: Beard Trimmer With Nose Hair Attachment
    Get It: Pick up the Braun 9-in-1 Beard Trimmer ($55) at Amazon
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    Best Supplements for Men

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    When you hit the gym hard, it can be tempting to load up on every shiny tub of mysterious purple powder you can get your hands on in hopes it’ll turn you into vintage Schwarzenegger overnight. But rather than loading up on some generic “best supplements” just because they’re popular, it makes sense to identify your specific needs as an athlete, then address those issues first.
    Are you a hardcore powerlifter? A physique-focused bodybuilder? A long-distance cyclist? All those endeavors require slightly different nutrient profiles—but it’s important to start with the fundamentals.
    “The average guy doesn’t always need to take anything crazy,” says Kylene Bogden, M.S., a board-certified sports dietician at the Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Functional Medicine. “If your diet is great and you’re sleeping well, it’s rare you’d need anything besides these select supplements.”
    Oh, and one more thing: If you’re subsisting on late-night fries and couch pizza, fix that problem first. “Our rule is ‘food first,’” says Damon McCune, M.S., the director of performance nutrition for the athletics program at the University of Nevada–Las Vegas and a consultant to physique athletes and bodybuilders. “The number one thing I see across the board is people aren’t eating enough. This means they’re deficient in one or more nutrients because of that.”
    So before you blow your next paycheck on some rattlesnake venom that promises to increase your bench press max (hint: it won’t), make sure you’ve got your nutrition plan down. If you’re still feeling sluggish in the morning or run-down after workouts—and your doctor gives you the go-ahead—consider taking these seven nutritionist-recommended supplements to get what you need. More

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    Beat Boredom and Burn Fat With This Super-Shredder HIIT Workout

    HIIT is effective for melting body fat, but burpeeing to oblivion can be a soul-sucking means to a sculpted end. Instead of reverting to autopilot and blasting through the usual rotation of mountain climbers and jump squats, try this power endurance HIIT workout, courtesy of Lululemon’s newest brand ambassador and bootcamp maestro, Akin Akman.

    “These exercises strengthen neuromuscular pathways and unlock fast-twitch muscle fibers to help you move freely across all planes of motion,” Akman says. Rather than aggravating knees and ankles, this HIIT workout strengthen joints and tendons while improving bone density. “You’ll move and react sharper, becoming more receptive, focused and alert,” says Akman. Plus, all this single-leg work promotes longevity and peak performance.

    Directions: How to Do the Power Endurance HIIT Workout
    Exercises 1 and 2 are AMRAP super­sets: Do as many reps as possible in 1 minute, then immediately begin second move without rest. Repeat superset on opposite side; that’s 1 round. Rest 45 seconds between supersets and 2 minutes between rounds. Perform 3 to 5 rounds.
    1A. Side Lunge Pivot Reach With Row (shown above)
    Hold dumbbells at sides with a neutral grip, feet hip-­width apart. Take a big lat­eral step out with left leg, pivoting foot and torso to face forward, as you descend into a lunge and reach arms to frame front leg. Engage lats and draw elbows back to row weights. Drive through left foot to pivot back to start. Go immediately to 1B.

    Skater With High Pull and Lateral Hops Marius Bugge for Men’s Journal1B. Skater With High Pull and Lateral Hops
    Stand on left leg with soft bend in knee and right hand holding a dumbbell, palm facing you. Lean forward as you raise right leg behind you, and draw left arm back for counterbalance. Jump left foot to the left. Stabilize, then immediately jump back to the right, landing on right foot as you explosively perform a high pull, bringing weight to shoul­der. Stay on right foot and hop laterally (side to side) 4 times. Go back to 1A; switch sides.

    Single-leg Oblique Dip Marius Bugge for Men’s Journal2A. Single-leg Oblique Dip
    Stand on left leg with right leg bent at 90 degrees, foot flexed, holding a heavy dumb­bell in left hand. Don’t rush: Keep obliques and glutes engaged as you dip toward the left. Go immediately to 2B.

    V-formation Tennis Drill Courtesy Image2B. V-formation Tennis Drill
    Stand in a split stance, right foot forward, left foot back, holding a medicine ball with both hands. Rotate your torso and hips, drawing med ball to left hip. Shuffle forward at a diagonal, plant your feet, then wood­chop the med ball from right hip to above left shoulder keeping arms mostly straight. Shuffle back and repeat. Go back to 2A; switch sides.

    BOSU Ball Side Plank to Snatch Marius Bugge for Men’s Journal3. BOSU Ball Side Plank to Snatch
    Plant right hand on BOSU ball, then come into a side plank, shoulder stacked over wrist and feet staggered with bottom foot behind, top foot in front, hips off the ground. Hold a dumbbell in your left hand, palm facing you. Engage core and snatch weight overhead, then lower and repeat. Note: You can do a high pull instead of a snatch. Make it easier by com­ing into a forearm plank or removing the BOSU altogether. Perform as straight set AMRAP: 1 minute each side.

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    Fans Banned From Tokyo Olympics Amid New COVID-19 State of Emergency

    Big names such as Simone Biles, Damian Lillard, and Bryson DeChambeau will show face at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, but fans won’t get the chance. Earlier today, Japanese officials declared a state of emergency for Tokyo that runs through the Games. This effectively bars spectators from Olympic venues in the city. “Many people were looking forward to watching at the venues, but I would like everyone to fully enjoy watching the games on TV at home,” said Toyko Governor Yuriko Koike.A different kind of Olympic spiritWith more than 14,800 deaths, the COVID-19 pandemic didn’t affect Japan as strongly as other countries, But a new surge in infections along with the more contagious Delta variant of the virus caused officials to act.“Taking into consideration the impact of the Delta strain, and in order to prevent the resurgence of infections from spreading across the country, we need to step up virus prevention measures,” said Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga.In addition to the Delta variant, there were concerns about the country’s low vaccination rate. In Japan, 15 percent of residents are fully vaccinated versus 45 percent in the U.S. Recent polls show that a large majority of Japanese citizens prefer to cancel or further postpone the Games. As of yesterday, two Olympic athletes and two workers have tested positive for COVID-19.This is not the first setback that Tokyo 2020 organizers have experienced. In March, officials made a decision to bar overseas spectators. In addition, the Olympic torch run hasn’t been a run at all in Japan. Instead, it’s been a series of ceremonies that aren’t open to the public. And, of course, the 2020 Summer Olympics didn’t occur in 2020. Due to the pandemic, the start of the Olympics was postponed until July 23, 2021.There are a few events outside of Tokyo, such as the marathon, that could still have fans. However, organizers say they would ask spectators not to cheer for runners. It seems that athletes at the Tokyo Olympics will be used to that silence.For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube! More

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    Smart Home Gym Equipment to Level Up Your Fitness

    We want you to turn your living room into a hotbox. (No, we don’t mean the smoke-filled Camaro from your high school days.) We mean we want you to transform any spare space into your sweat gauntlet in lieu of a gym. As such, we’re putting the spotlight on five pieces of smart home gym equipment that provide personalized attention from virtual trainers, progressive challenges via artificial intelligence and detailed insight thanks to sensors. Best of all, no one will know if (read: when) you drag your dog-tired body into the bathroom and sit in the shower for 45 minutes post-workout. It’s your world. 1. Use AI for Gains: TonalSometimes lifting is all about quality, not quantity. Tonal has two extendable arms that generate up to 200 pounds of resistance, plus a motion-sensor camera hidden in its 42-inch screen to analyze form and offer cues to boost performance. An initial fitness assessment determines your baseline, then AI algorithms take over. “Spotter” mode drops weight if you struggle in the bottom of a chest press, while “Burnout” mode reduces weight one pound at a time at the end of a set of curls, so you can work your biceps to failure.[$2,995 plus $49/month membership; tonal.com]Get it Courtesy Image2. Hire a Personal Trainer: MirrorThe full-length reflective surface of Mirror hides an LCD screen controlled by an iOS app. Try a class in morethan 50 disciplines, or connect with a personal trainer on-demand. Using the built-in two-way audio and video, your trainer provides expert feedback, form corrections, and encouragement in real time for $40 a pop—a fraction of what you’d pay for a trainer at the gym. You can even sweat to your own workout playlists via Apple Music.[$1,495 plus $39/month membership, mirror.co]Get itCourtesy Image3. Buy One Weight That Does It All: JaxJoxA true total-body strength workout usually requires multiple sets of weights or a pricey squat rack. Notso with the space-saving JaxJox connected kettlebell. It adjusts from 12 to 42 pounds in seconds. While you’re swinging, motion sensors track reps, sets, weight, and power, so you can review your “Fitness IQ”—which measures strength progression—in the app. Users can also subscribe to on-demand workouts.[$229 plus optional $13/month membership, jaxjox.com]Get itCourtesy Image4. Make Any Room a Weight Room: ArenaArena houses a multidirectional cable system and specialty attachments capable of more than 300 exercises, from hamstring curls to woodchops. The portable device uses opposing electro-magnetic fields to generate hundreds of pounds of resistance (same tech that powers electric cars). Motorized resistance technology safely recruits more muscle fibers than traditional strength training, so you get better results in less time.[$1,995 plus optional $20/month membership, goarena.co]Get itCourtesy Image5. Get Real-Time Biofeedback: NurvvSolo neighborhood jogs. Treadmill intervals. All-out track sprints. With 32 sensors, Nurvv smart insoles capture all your running idiosyncrasies including cadence, step length, footstrike, pronation and balance. That might not mean much to you, but they indicate efficiency. The app provides tailored training tips and exercises to help fine-tune your technique and avoid injury. Looking to hit sub 7-minute miles? The Pace Coach feature provides target zones for your cadence and step length, with in-run alerts synced to your headphones like “shorten your stride” or “increase your cadence.”[$299.95; nurvv.com]Get itFor access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube! More

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    9 Healthier Sodas and Sparkling Beverages to Sip On

    You probably never thought you’d hear “soda” and “healthy” in the same sentence, unless there was “not” sandwiched between. But we’re not talking about a 12-oz Coca-Cola clocking 39 g sugar. You can drop-kick that right out of your fridge, because the latest beverage revolution is riding the coattails of healthified junk foods. Brands are prioritizing health and wellness, creating healthier sodas and sparkling beverages with less than 6 g sugar and added benefits like probiotics and adaptogens. If you’re someone who can’t cut out soda altogether from your diet, these options highlighted below are way more virtuous and dare we say even tastier. But before we dive into those, let’s be real for a minute: Obesity and diabetes are major health concerns in the U.S., and there’s no question our diet and lifestyle play major roles in both diseases. One major contributor is excessive caloric intake in the form of added sugars found in a lot of processed foods. From 2017 to 2018, the average intake of added sugars for adults aged 20 years and older was 17 teaspoons (68 g sugar), according to the CDC. Adults should limit their added sugar intake to no more than 6 teaspoons (24 g sugar) each day, per the American Heart Association.One major contributor of those added sugars in the diet are soft drinks and sugar-sweetened beverages. You shouldn’t be drinking majority of your calories anyway, so this is an easy way to dial in your nutrition.Jordan Mazur, M.S., R.D., is the director of nutrition for the San Francisco 49ers9 Healthier Sodas and Sparkling Beverages to Sip OnCourtesy Image1. OlipopOlipop is a new-age fizzy tonic that boasts prebiotics, plant fiber, and botanicals that not only taste great but also help your digestive health. The best part is its lineup of flavors only contain between 2 to 5 g sugar and 45 calories per can.Get itCourtesy Image2. PoppiPoppi is a better-for-you prebiotic soda great for gut health and an extra immunity boost. Each can has real, clean ingredients and boasts fewer than 25 calories and 5 g sugar. All contain the brand’s star ingredient: pure, unfiltered apple cider vinegar. With classic and fruit flavors, and 90 percent less sugar than other sodas, Poppi can quench your thirst and then some.Get itCourtesy Image3. Wave SodaWave is a new take on healthy soda—comprising 85 percent sparkling water, 15 percent fruit juice, and 42 mg natural caffeine. Each can has just 15 to 25 calories and 2 to 6 g sugar, depending on the flavor. They all have natural ingredients and are entirely void of added sugars and sweeteners.Get itCourtesy Image4. United Sodas of AmericaUnited Sodas is a modern soda brand that tastes as good as it looks. It’s reminiscent of your favorite sparkling water due to its lightly carbonated fizz and low sugar, but comes in surprising flavors such as Blackberry Jam, Pear Elderflower, and Toasted Coconut. Each drink clocks in under 30 calories, contains no artificial ingredients, and is organically sweetened, making it the perfect alternative for health-conscious soda lovers.Get itCourtesy Image5. Kin SpritzKin Spritz is a sparkling bev with ingredients intended to rouse your mind and invigorate energy levels. It’s crafted with fresh citrus, warm spice, hibiscus, ginger, and caffeine plus adaptogens like rhodiola rosea and nootropics like GABA, which work in tandem to get you through your morning or afternoon slump.Get itCourtesy Image6. Live SodasLive Sodas are naturally sweetened with monk fruit and loaded with probiotics to help your waistline and gut health. Its lineup of five flavors are caffeine-free and contain zero added sugars or dyes.Get itCourtesy Image7. Corsa Co.Corsa may look retro, but it’s soda formulated for the 21st century. Botanicals sourced directly from farmers ensure high-quality flavors: Kola packs all the flavor of the West African nut plus citrus and spice. Its 5 g sugar is derived from beets. If you want lighter alternatives, opt for its floral and citrus Spritz or bitter and botanical Cays. They all have 350 mg hydrating minerals, so you get the added benefit of electrolytes.Get itCourtesy Image8. Culture Pop SodasCulture Pop sodas are made with only organic juices, spices, and probiotics, making this soda functional, not just delicious. They have unique flavors like Orange Mango Chili & Lime, Wild Berries Basil & Lime, and Pink Grapefruit Ginger & Juniper.Get itCourtesy Image9. RecessThis sparkling beverage helps calm the mind and lift your mood with a functional blend of magnesium, ginseng, L-theanine, lemon balm, and active B6. Made with natural ingredients and sweetened with real fruit, each can has 5g natural sugar and fewer than 20 calories. They also make a CBD-infused line if you’re looking for calm and clarity.Get itFor access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube! More