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The simple steps everyone can take to live a healthy, 'genius' life, according to a science journalist
March 18, 2020
The simple steps everyone can take to live a healthy, 'genius' life, according to a science journalist
Brain health expert and science journalist Max Lugavere is the kind of guy you feel…
By Erin Bunch
Is seltzer just as hydrating as plain H20?
March 17, 2020
Is seltzer just as hydrating as plain H20?
There's a legit reason why many people prefer seltzer. The happy fizz of carbonation makes…
By Emily Laurence
The cheap, shelf-stable food that will help keep constipation at bay, according to an RD
March 17, 2020
The cheap, shelf-stable food that will help keep constipation at bay, according to an RD
 Facing some constipation? Here's why an RD swears behind the same remedy that your…
By Allie Flinn
A runner and registered dietitian shares what an average day of eating looks like for her—peanut butter cups included
March 16, 2020
A runner and registered dietitian shares what an average day of eating looks like for her—peanut butter cups included
There's a lot of confusion around food for runners and what the heck to eat…
By Emily Laurence
7 Delicious, Healthy Ways To Cook With Shiitake Mushrooms Tonight
March 13, 2020
7 Delicious, Healthy Ways To Cook With Shiitake Mushrooms Tonight
Pinterest is a treasure trove of healthy recipes (you know, when you're not busy finding…
By Emily Laurence
The sturdy fruits and vegetables that'll stay good in your fridge for up to 3 months
March 13, 2020
The sturdy fruits and vegetables that'll stay good in your fridge for up to 3 months
It's no fun to be in the constant cycle of tossing bad fruit and veggies…
By Tehrene Firman
The 1 thing everyone can do to be healthier *and* more sustainable, according to a celebrity chef
March 13, 2020
The 1 thing everyone can do to be healthier *and* more sustainable, according to a celebrity chef
 Ever wondered what celeb chef Katie Lee loves to eat first thing in the…
By Allie Flinn
How to make a week's worth of gluten-free meals using 2 protein-packed staples
March 13, 2020
How to make a week's worth of gluten-free meals using 2 protein-packed staples
Meal prepping is the not-so-secret hack for making eating healthy during busy weekdays a cinch,…
By Emily Laurence
In the battle of broccoli vs. cauliflower, here's the verdict on which is healthier
March 12, 2020
In the battle of broccoli vs. cauliflower, here's the verdict on which is healthier
When cauliflower versions of rice, pizza crust, and gnocci first entered the food scene, it…
By Emily Laurence
Keep stress at bay with this DIY soothing tincture
March 12, 2020
Keep stress at bay with this DIY soothing tincture
  Don't shell out on an overpriced wellness tincture—DIY it instead with this genius recipe.  …
By Erin Bunch
The secret to intermittent fasting’s touted benefits may have to do with the sun
March 11, 2020
The secret to intermittent fasting’s touted benefits may have to do with the sun
Intermittent fasting (IF) is everywhere these days, a staple of Silicon Valley health "pros" and…
By Colleen De Bellefonds
Beyond Meat's new breakfast sausage is here to take on pork
March 11, 2020
Beyond Meat's new breakfast sausage is here to take on pork
It's been a great year for anyone who's looking to cut back on consumption animal…
By Tehrene Firman
The 8 under-$1 items to always buy in the produce aisle
March 10, 2020
The 8 under-$1 items to always buy in the produce aisle
Eating healthy doesn't have to mean stocking your pantry with hoards of pricey goods. Spirulina…
By Tehrene Firman
10 healthy foods that can mess with your digestion, according to a top dietitian
March 10, 2020
10 healthy foods that can mess with your digestion, according to a top dietitian
 Ever wondered WTF the acronym "FODMAP" means? Get the DL in this video. It's…
By Allie Flinn
5 Yogurt Benefits That Will Inspire You To Eat It More Often
March 09, 2020
5 Yogurt Benefits That Will Inspire You To Eat It More Often
While the topic of healthy eating is divisive (and confusing!) at times, there are at…
By Jessica Estrada
These are the 2 ingredients that nutritionists will never, ever eat
March 08, 2020
These are the 2 ingredients that nutritionists will never, ever eat
Despite conventional "wisdom" in the healthy eating community, processed foods aren't inherently bad for you.…
By Isadora Baum
8 vegan jerky recipes you can make using your air fryer
March 07, 2020
8 vegan jerky recipes you can make using your air fryer
In the past few years, traditional beef jerky has gotten a major glow-up, revamped from…
By Emily Laurence
Why do we keep taking nutrition advice from Silicon Valley?
March 06, 2020
Why do we keep taking nutrition advice from Silicon Valley?
Twitter founder Jack Dorsey drinks salt juice every morning and eats just once a day.…
By Erin Bunch
4 freezer staples that make plant-based cooking so much easier
March 05, 2020
4 freezer staples that make plant-based cooking so much easier
It's a common misconception that in order to eat a primarily plant-based diet, everything has…
By Emily Laurence
This dietitian's 'Rule of 5' makes healthy grocery shopping so much easier
March 05, 2020
This dietitian's 'Rule of 5' makes healthy grocery shopping so much easier
When you're trying to find out if a food is healthy, you might start by…
By Emily Laurence
Why processed food isn’t always a ‘bad’ thing
March 04, 2020
Why processed food isn’t always a ‘bad’ thing
If avocados wear a health halo, processed foods definitely sport devil's horns in many healthy…
By Emily Laurence
Does canned food ever really expire? Here's what you need to know
March 04, 2020
Does canned food ever really expire? Here's what you need to know
I'm a canned beans hoarder. Black, kidney, garbanzo—you name it, I've got it. I like…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The 5 best heart-healthy snacks that nutrition experts love
March 04, 2020
The 5 best heart-healthy snacks that nutrition experts love
There are a lot of things that people can do to take good care of…
By Isadora Baum
The newest alternative milk on the block: chia milk
March 04, 2020
The newest alternative milk on the block: chia milk
At this point in the alternative milk revolution, almond milk and oat milk are about…
By Emily Laurence
The world's largest healthy product convention was just postponed—here's how it'll impact what you eat this year
March 03, 2020
The world's largest healthy product convention was just postponed—here's how it'll impact what you eat this year
This week was supposed to mark one of the biggest wellness events of 2020. Every…
By Emily Laurence
The 4 most important things to keep in mind before switching to alt-yogurt for good
March 03, 2020
The 4 most important things to keep in mind before switching to alt-yogurt for good
 Is vegan yogurt as healthy as traditional yogurt? Here's what an expert says. It's…
By Emily Laurence
Why a 'carbohydrate intolerance' is a confusing—and controversial—buzzword in the healthy eating world
March 02, 2020
Why a 'carbohydrate intolerance' is a confusing—and controversial—buzzword in the healthy eating world
Anyone who's hosted a dinner party or gone out to eat with friends has probably…
By Isadora Baum
'Meat extenders' can make transitioning to a plant-based diet easier *and* cheaper
March 02, 2020
'Meat extenders' can make transitioning to a plant-based diet easier *and* cheaper
Transitioning to a plant-based or flexitarian diet has been a big priority for many healthy…
By Sarah Garone
Ever wonder what to eat before barre? A Pure Barre instructor shares her food diary
March 02, 2020
Ever wonder what to eat before barre? A Pure Barre instructor shares her food diary
There are some fitness classes that leave you drenched in sweat and feeling totally depleted—and…
By Emily Laurence
7 healthy foods under $3 that stay good for an entire year
February 29, 2020
7 healthy foods under $3 that stay good for an entire year
There's a misconception that lives in many people's heads (and, okay, on Instagram) that living…
By Emily Laurence
The cheese puff snacks of your childhood are finally getting the healthy upgrade they deserve
February 28, 2020
The cheese puff snacks of your childhood are finally getting the healthy upgrade they deserve
I have yet to meet a person who doesn't love cheese puffs. There's something irresistible…
By Emily Laurence
5 easy ways to cook with protein powder that have nothing to do with smoothies
February 28, 2020
5 easy ways to cook with protein powder that have nothing to do with smoothies
You don't have to be dietitian to know the importance of getting enough protein. Skimp…
By Emily Laurence
7 Health Benefits of Coconut Water, the Hydrating Beverage To Drink Every Day
February 28, 2020
7 Health Benefits of Coconut Water, the Hydrating Beverage To Drink Every Day
Ah, coconut water. It's refreshing, super hydrating, and makes for a spa-worthy coconut cucumber cocktail…
By Jessica Estrada
Alicia Silverstone shares the 1 wellness practice she can't go a day without
February 27, 2020
Alicia Silverstone shares the 1 wellness practice she can't go a day without
Watch the video to learn Alicia Silverstone's favorite wellness practices. It goes without saying that…
By Francesca Krempa
We asked a registered dietitian to rank the top 5 best frozen cauliflower pizza crusts
February 27, 2020
We asked a registered dietitian to rank the top 5 best frozen cauliflower pizza crusts
It's hard to remember a time before frozen cauliflower pizza crusts were as ubiquitous in…
By Emily Laurence
The most important dietary factor tied to healthy aging, according to a functional medicine doctor
February 26, 2020
The most important dietary factor tied to healthy aging, according to a functional medicine doctor
There's a belief in our society that aging and a decline in health inevitably go…
By Emily Laurence
Combine these two anti-inflammatory herbs to make the world’s most soothing face mask
February 26, 2020
Combine these two anti-inflammatory herbs to make the world’s most soothing face mask
 Whip up this soothing herbal face mask for soft skin in no time. Here's…
By Erin Bunch
For some parents, raising the next generation of healthy eaters is about more than eating vegetables—it's about ending diet culture
February 25, 2020
For some parents, raising the next generation of healthy eaters is about more than eating vegetables—it's about ending diet culture
Keto, intermittent fasting, ketotarian: It's hard to escape talk about dieting in America these days.…
By Colleen De Bellefonds
Alt-rice is the new alt-pasta, and it'll be in every healthy eater's pantry in 2020
February 25, 2020
Alt-rice is the new alt-pasta, and it'll be in every healthy eater's pantry in 2020
It's 2020, where it seems possible to make a healthy or vegan alternative to just…
By Emily Laurence
This better-than-Gatorade drink replenishes your electrolytes post-workout with 2 simple ingredients
February 25, 2020
This better-than-Gatorade drink replenishes your electrolytes post-workout with 2 simple ingredients
With your electrolytes depleted after an intense workout, you might think to reach for a…
By Tehrene Firman
I’m an RD, and these are the myths about nightshades I want you to stop believing
February 25, 2020
I’m an RD, and these are the myths about nightshades I want you to stop believing
 PSA: Some of the healthiest foods on the planet happen to be nightshades. Here's…
By Francesca Krempa
Why some experts think lab-grown, 'cultured' meat is the sustainable future of protein
February 24, 2020
Why some experts think lab-grown, 'cultured' meat is the sustainable future of protein
Even though vegan meat tastes more like "the real thing" than ever before, there's still…
By Emily Laurence
Boost your immunity for $1 with this super easy 2-ingredient recipe
February 23, 2020
Boost your immunity for $1 with this super easy 2-ingredient recipe
When you get sick, you'll do just about anything to feel like yourself again. Even…
By Tehrene Firman
When Instagram 'wellness influencers' sound like the pro-anorexia blogs that fueled my eating disorder
February 21, 2020
When Instagram 'wellness influencers' sound like the pro-anorexia blogs that fueled my eating disorder
My best friend’s Instagram “discover” page is full of photos of golden retrievers. My mother’s,…
By Stephanie Maida
The heart-healthy, plant-based breakfast a cardiologist eats every day
February 21, 2020
The heart-healthy, plant-based breakfast a cardiologist eats every day
When it comes to heart health, most of the advice from doctors is a long…
By Emily Laurence
Sure, eating less meat is trendy, but is it actually healthy?
February 21, 2020
Sure, eating less meat is trendy, but is it actually healthy?
It started with the comeback of the Mediterranean diet. After being named the best diet…
By Emily Laurence
This is how a longevity expert stocks his kitchen
February 20, 2020
This is how a longevity expert stocks his kitchen
The best part of every episode of MTV Cribs (RIP) was when the featured celebrity…
By Emily Laurence
Dunkin' now serves matcha lattes at 8,400 stores nationwide
February 20, 2020
Dunkin' now serves matcha lattes at 8,400 stores nationwide
A chain long known for serving donuts, Dunkin' has been morphing into a low-key healthy-ish…
By Emily Laurence
5 dietitian-approved tips for using Trader Joe's 'Everything But The Elote' seasoning
February 18, 2020
5 dietitian-approved tips for using Trader Joe's 'Everything But The Elote' seasoning
There's a new spice in the aisle at Trader Joe's, and its name is Everything…
By Tehrene Firman
The 4 most important things to look for on a nutrition label, according to a top dietitian
February 18, 2020
The 4 most important things to look for on a nutrition label, according to a top dietitian
 Noticed that nutrition labels look a little differently these days? Here's a dietitian's rundown…
By Erin Bunch
New research strengthens the connection between the Mediterranean diet and longevity
February 18, 2020
New research strengthens the connection between the Mediterranean diet and longevity
When it comes to living a long, healthy life, there's a few major factors that…
By Emily Laurence
Why your favorite grab-and-go snack is moving to the refrigerator section
February 18, 2020
Why your favorite grab-and-go snack is moving to the refrigerator section
The refrigerated section at the grocery store is getting pretty crowded these days. First there…
By Isadora Baum
How one woman is helping Black mothers thrive through plant-based foods
February 18, 2020
How one woman is helping Black mothers thrive through plant-based foods
Taylor Johnson-Gordon is on a mission to help Millennial Black mothers feed their families plant-based…
By Latham Thomas
Chickpea pasta at a restaurant near you? Banza CEO Brian Rudolph wants to make it happen
February 17, 2020
Chickpea pasta at a restaurant near you? Banza CEO Brian Rudolph wants to make it happen
In the almost six years since Brian Rudolph co-founded chickpea pasta line Banza in 2014…
By Emily Laurence
How natural caffeine compares to synthetic caffeine, according to health experts
February 15, 2020
How natural caffeine compares to synthetic caffeine, according to health experts
Almost everyone is familiar with the effects of caffeine from coffee, tea, and chocolate. While…
By Emily Laurence
Holy basil can low-key help your body handle stress better—here's how
February 14, 2020
Holy basil can low-key help your body handle stress better—here's how
If you like to geek out on herbs—which at Well+Good HQ, is definitely considered an…
By Emily Laurence
This high-protein, dietitian-approved dinner is full of gut-healthy benefits
February 14, 2020
This high-protein, dietitian-approved dinner is full of gut-healthy benefits
After-dinner hunger may sound like an oxymoron, but it's definitely a Thing. Sometimes, no matter…
By Emily Laurence
A nutritionist explains why diets don't really work
February 14, 2020
A nutritionist explains why diets don't really work
The word "diet" feels like a relic of the past, but some modern eating plans…
By McKel Hill, RDN
These matcha Rice Krispies Treats are perfect for Valentine's—or any day
February 13, 2020
These matcha Rice Krispies Treats are perfect for Valentine's—or any day
It's not easy to improve upon the simple pleasures of a Rice Krispies Treat, but…
By Candice Kumai
This high-fiber oatmeal alternative will keep your blood sugar levels stable all morning long
February 12, 2020
This high-fiber oatmeal alternative will keep your blood sugar levels stable all morning long
 Chestnuts aren't just for the holidays. Here's how to cook them to make a…
By Emily Laurence
7 vegetables to buy canned instead of fresh for easy weeknight cooking
February 12, 2020
7 vegetables to buy canned instead of fresh for easy weeknight cooking
While a refrigerator stocked with fresh produce from the farmers' market is always nice, it…
By Emily Laurence
Why the food labels of the future may include a carbon footprint score
February 11, 2020
Why the food labels of the future may include a carbon footprint score
Last month, plant-based protein company Quorn became the first major brand to introduce carbon labeling…
By Emily Laurence
Why Sea Moss Is the Latest Hot Add-In to Healthy Smoothies
February 11, 2020
Why Sea Moss Is the Latest Hot Add-In to Healthy Smoothies
Sometimes it seems like we've seen anything that could possibly trend in the wellness world…
By Francesca Krempa
Our food system is making us and the planet sicker. Here's what we can all do to fix it
February 10, 2020
Our food system is making us and the planet sicker. Here's what we can all do to fix it
I don’t think it’s any secret that our current food system is, well, broken. It’s…
By Mark Hyman, MD
A top doctor's 'daily dozen' takes all of the stress and confusion out of healthy eating
February 09, 2020
A top doctor's 'daily dozen' takes all of the stress and confusion out of healthy eating
When a wellness goal of eating healthy reaches a point where it's totally stressing you…
By Emily Laurence
Consider this healthy oatmeal bar the recipe for a perfect pre-run breakfast
February 08, 2020
Consider this healthy oatmeal bar the recipe for a perfect pre-run breakfast
Every runner knows the dilemma of trying to figure out what to eat before a…
By Emily Laurence
We asked experts to help us rank the 5 most popular alt-milks for sustainability
February 07, 2020
We asked experts to help us rank the 5 most popular alt-milks for sustainability
If you’ve ditched dairy for sustainability reasons, you probably assume that alt-milks like oat, soy,…
By Colleen De Bellefonds
The $50, Dietitian-Approved Grocery List That Opens the Door for So. Many. Healthy Meals
February 07, 2020
The $50, Dietitian-Approved Grocery List That Opens the Door for So. Many. Healthy Meals
Walking into the grocery store without a plan of attack (also known as a "shopping…
By Kells McPhillips
You shouldn’t fear fats and oils—these are a functional medicine doctor’s 5 healthy favorites
February 07, 2020
You shouldn’t fear fats and oils—these are a functional medicine doctor’s 5 healthy favorites
We've certainly come a long way since the '90s—and not just because someone figured out…
By Emily Laurence
3 easy habits to add to your routine if your new year's goals could use a boost
February 07, 2020
3 easy habits to add to your routine if your new year's goals could use a boost
We're one month into the new year, which means it's time to check the pulse…
By Well+Good Editors
8 easy high-protein plant-based meals you can make in your Instant Pot
February 06, 2020
8 easy high-protein plant-based meals you can make in your Instant Pot
When trying to focus on plant-based eating, getting enough protein is often a top concern.…
By Emily Laurence
The calorie is out, and qualitative eating is in. Finally.
February 06, 2020
The calorie is out, and qualitative eating is in. Finally.
You’ve heard the old adage: “calories in, calories out.” It's the concept that a person…
By Colleen De Bellefonds
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