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L-Arginine Boosts Circulation and Helps Your Body Build Protein—These Are the Top 5 Food Sources
September 27, 2022
L-Arginine Boosts Circulation and Helps Your Body Build Protein—These Are the Top 5 Food Sources
Looking to promote heart health by boosting circulation? How about supporting your body’s ability to…
By Michele Ross
'I’m a Hand and Wrist Surgeon, and These Are the Carpal Tunnel Braces I Recommend To Alleviate Wrist Pain'
September 26, 2022
'I’m a Hand and Wrist Surgeon, and These Are the Carpal Tunnel Braces I Recommend To Alleviate Wrist Pain'
With an uptick in work-from-home, computer-based jobs, it's no surprise that more and more people…
By Kayla Hui
Joe Jonas's Morning Rituals Are All About Supporting His Mental Health
September 26, 2022
Joe Jonas's Morning Rituals Are All About Supporting His Mental Health
Joe Jonas is one busy man. He's starring in the upcoming war drama Devotion, he…
By Kayla Hui
What Your Score on the 'Functional Movement Screen' Test Actually Tells You About Your Fitness
September 26, 2022
What Your Score on the 'Functional Movement Screen' Test Actually Tells You About Your Fitness
Have you ever seen someone at your gym squatting or lunging with a marked rod,…
By Rajpal Brar
5 Foot Exercises To Do On Your Next Flight To Avoid Swelling
September 24, 2022
5 Foot Exercises To Do On Your Next Flight To Avoid Swelling
If you've ever noticed that your feet look and feel unusually swollen when you're flying,…
By Jessica Estrada
Chris Evans on How He Meditates, Being an Introvert, and How His Dog Helped Him Land His Newest Role
September 24, 2022
Chris Evans on How He Meditates, Being an Introvert, and How His Dog Helped Him Land His Newest Role
Chris Evans has a new role, but this one has nothing to do with acting.…
By Samantha Leal
These Easy Stretches Can Help You Find Relief from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
September 23, 2022
These Easy Stretches Can Help You Find Relief from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
It’s happened to most of us who work on a computer: After a long day,…
By Amber Sayer
How To Stay Mentally Sharp As You Age, According to a Psychiatrist and a Neurologist
September 22, 2022
How To Stay Mentally Sharp As You Age, According to a Psychiatrist and a Neurologist
It was once long believed—by the average person and by brain health experts—that each person…
By Emily Laurence
Millions of People Wear a Mouth Guard Every Night To Protect Their Teeth—Here's How To Clean It Each Morning
September 21, 2022
Millions of People Wear a Mouth Guard Every Night To Protect Their Teeth—Here's How To Clean It Each Morning
Living in the world is stressful, so it's no wonder that so many people unconsciously…
By Rebecca Norris
These Scientists Developed a 'Longevity Calculator'—Here's What You'll Learn From It
September 21, 2022
These Scientists Developed a 'Longevity Calculator'—Here's What You'll Learn From It
It's probably safe to say that most people want to extend their time here on…
By Erin Bunch
What a ‘Normal’ Poop Pattern Looks Like, According to Gut Health Experts
September 21, 2022
What a ‘Normal’ Poop Pattern Looks Like, According to Gut Health Experts
Nothing can disrupt a workday quite like a case of the bubble guts or rabbit…
By Amelia McBride
I Tried Cooking With Koji, and the Impact It Had on My Digestion and the Quality of My Dishes Was Spectacular
September 20, 2022
I Tried Cooking With Koji, and the Impact It Had on My Digestion and the Quality of My Dishes Was Spectacular
Unwrapping a package of koji for the first time can easily make you feel like…
By Maki Yazawa
'I'm a Urologist, and That Sparkling Water Isn't Doing Your Bladder Any Favors'
September 20, 2022
'I'm a Urologist, and That Sparkling Water Isn't Doing Your Bladder Any Favors'
There are some things that I just don't want to know—like the fact that my…
By Tehrene Firman
Sitting at a Desk All Day? Try These 7 Mobility Exercises To Combat Hip Stiffness
September 20, 2022
Sitting at a Desk All Day? Try These 7 Mobility Exercises To Combat Hip Stiffness
In theory, the hips are one of the most mobile joints in the body, since…
By Lauren Wingenroth
5 Ways To Support Brain Health, According to a Neuroscientist
September 20, 2022
5 Ways To Support Brain Health, According to a Neuroscientist
Despite feeling like the biggest brainiac in the world when you solve your Wordle puzzle…
By Well+Good Editors
4 Key Reasons Why Maintaining Mobility As You Age Can Boost Your Longevity
September 20, 2022
4 Key Reasons Why Maintaining Mobility As You Age Can Boost Your Longevity
Though aerobic exercise and popular fitness indicators like balance and grip strength are regularly touted…
By Erica Sloan
How the Very Name of 'Monkeypox' Contributes to Racial Disparities in Health Care
September 19, 2022
How the Very Name of 'Monkeypox' Contributes to Racial Disparities in Health Care
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), people can transmit monkeypox via skin-to-skin contact, respiratory…
By Akilah Cadet
Why Drinking Enough Water Is the Key to Healthy Aging
September 19, 2022
Why Drinking Enough Water Is the Key to Healthy Aging
We all know that drinking water is good for us. It helps keep your skin…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Before You Stock up on Supergreen Powders, Know That They Lack One Nutrient That's Hugely Important for Gut and Heart Health
September 18, 2022
Before You Stock up on Supergreen Powders, Know That They Lack One Nutrient That's Hugely Important for Gut and Heart Health
When it’s time to decide what to eat or drink, certain criteria—such as taste, nutritional…
By Michele Ross
Should You Brush Your Teeth Before or After Drinking Coffee?
September 17, 2022
Should You Brush Your Teeth Before or After Drinking Coffee?
Drinking fluids in the morning is a healthy habit routinely recommended by leading health experts.…
By Michele Ross
6 Things To Know About Lifting and Your Pelvic Floor
September 15, 2022
6 Things To Know About Lifting and Your Pelvic Floor
While pelvic floor dysfunction is not ideal for anyone—after all, these deep stabilizer muscles support sexual…
By Gabrielle Kassel
Why Doulas Are More Important Than Ever in the Post-Roe Era
September 15, 2022
Why Doulas Are More Important Than Ever in the Post-Roe Era
It’s no secret that the United States, for all its wealth and power, has some…
By Jessie Van Amburg
The ‘Big 3’ Ways Hormonal Birth Control Pills Can Adversely Affect Athletic Performance
September 14, 2022
The ‘Big 3’ Ways Hormonal Birth Control Pills Can Adversely Affect Athletic Performance
Maybe you’re a marathoner who’s been trying to boost their VO2 max to no avail.…
By Gabrielle Kassel
The 'Wet Foot' Test Shows You What Type of Arches You Have—And It Takes 10 Seconds
September 11, 2022
The 'Wet Foot' Test Shows You What Type of Arches You Have—And It Takes 10 Seconds
As its name suggests, the "wet foot" test involves wetting your feet and making an…
By Jessica Estrada
‘I’m a Gastroenterologist, and Here’s What It Means if You’re Very Good at Waiting Until You're Somewhere 'Comfortable' To Poop'
September 10, 2022
‘I’m a Gastroenterologist, and Here’s What It Means if You’re Very Good at Waiting Until You're Somewhere 'Comfortable' To Poop'
Look: When you've got to go to the bathroom, you've got to go to the…
By Kells McPhillips
What’s the Best Beverage for Boosting Your Gut Health? We Asked an RD
September 09, 2022
What’s the Best Beverage for Boosting Your Gut Health? We Asked an RD
On a mission to boost your gut microbiome? If so, there’s a good chance you’re…
By Michele Ross
Power Walking Just 10 Minutes Daily Can Add Years to Your Life—Plus the Step Counts Linked to the Greatest Longevity
September 08, 2022
Power Walking Just 10 Minutes Daily Can Add Years to Your Life—Plus the Step Counts Linked to the Greatest Longevity
Now that the 10,000 steps a day myth has officially been busted as the benchmark for…
By Kells McPhillips
The Most Effective Exercises To Train All 3 of Your Butt Muscles (Not Just Your Glute Max), According to Research
September 07, 2022
The Most Effective Exercises To Train All 3 of Your Butt Muscles (Not Just Your Glute Max), According to Research
Strengthening your glutes is always a good idea. Among their many tasks: They stabilize your…
By Rajpal Brar
3 'Rules' About Eating for Better Sleep That You Can Definitely Ignore
September 07, 2022
3 'Rules' About Eating for Better Sleep That You Can Definitely Ignore
It’s no surprise that we all need enough high-quality shuteye to feel and function our…
By Michele Ross
'I'm a Dermatologist, and These Are the Best Serums for Thinning Skin'
September 06, 2022
'I'm a Dermatologist, and These Are the Best Serums for Thinning Skin'
Having thick skin isn’t just a saying, it’s literal when you’re younger and have more…
By Marie Lodi
OK, TMI: What Should You Do if You Get Semen in Your Eye?
September 06, 2022
OK, TMI: What Should You Do if You Get Semen in Your Eye?
Yes, sex can be pleasurable and fulfilling (and fun!), but it can equally be messy…
By Tatyannah King
4 Stretches To Try in Bed Next Time You Can't Get Comfortable Enough To Fall Asleep
September 05, 2022
4 Stretches To Try in Bed Next Time You Can't Get Comfortable Enough To Fall Asleep
If you’ve ever noticed that, as soon as you slip under the covers at night, your…
By Amber Sayer
4 Best Practices When Exercising With Endometriosis, According to Experts
September 05, 2022
4 Best Practices When Exercising With Endometriosis, According to Experts
For people with endometriosis, a disorder in which tissue that typically forms the uterine lining…
By Ashley Broadwater
How To Get Rid of Cockroaches in Your Home for Good, According to an Entomologist
September 05, 2022
How To Get Rid of Cockroaches in Your Home for Good, According to an Entomologist
There are over 200 species of cockroaches in the United States, but only a handful…
By Kayla Hui
‘I’m a Urologist, and Here’s What It Means if You’re Very Good at Holding Your Pee’
September 04, 2022
‘I’m a Urologist, and Here’s What It Means if You’re Very Good at Holding Your Pee’
Everyone has their special skills in life. Maybe you know how to cook an egg…
By Kells McPhillips
This Electric Toothbrush Has 6K 5-Star Rave Reviews on Amazon—And It's Less Than $20 for Labor Day
September 01, 2022
This Electric Toothbrush Has 6K 5-Star Rave Reviews on Amazon—And It's Less Than $20 for Labor Day
This Labor Day, you can score discounts on mattresses, outdoor gear, and yes, Insta-worthy pots…
By Kayla Hui
No Water Coming from the Taps, Can't Flush Toilets, Boiling for Safety—The Water Emergency Happening in Jackson, Mississippi, Is a Huge Health Crisis
September 01, 2022
No Water Coming from the Taps, Can't Flush Toilets, Boiling for Safety—The Water Emergency Happening in Jackson, Mississippi, Is a Huge Health Crisis
More than 2 million Americans live without safe drinking water and sanitation. In Jackson, Mississippi,…
By Kells McPhillips
This Is the Most-Cost-Effective Age To Freeze Your Eggs, According to a Fertility Specialist
August 31, 2022
This Is the Most-Cost-Effective Age To Freeze Your Eggs, According to a Fertility Specialist
Egg freezing (aka mature oocyte cryopreservation) has become an increasingly popular option for those who want…
By Amelia McBride
Why It’s Time To Stop Using the Term ‘Food Deserts’—And What To Use Instead
August 31, 2022
Why It’s Time To Stop Using the Term ‘Food Deserts’—And What To Use Instead
I didn’t live in the best neighborhood growing up as a Black youth. It’s been…
By Destini Moody, RD
We Asked Doctors and Trainers What It Truly Means ‘To Be Fit’
August 30, 2022
We Asked Doctors and Trainers What It Truly Means ‘To Be Fit’
In our society, there’s a focus on being “fit.” Some people joke they “aren’t fit”…
By Ashley Broadwater
Service Has Always Been at the Heart of Abortion Care. Here's How the Brigid Alliance Is Evolving in a Post-Roe World
August 30, 2022
Service Has Always Been at the Heart of Abortion Care. Here's How the Brigid Alliance Is Evolving in a Post-Roe World
In 2018, Odile Schalit became the first hire at the Brigid Alliance: a non-profit organization…
By Kells McPhillips
I Tried the Celebrity Loved Electro Muscle Stimulation Workout With a 70K Waitlist—And Asked an Expert If It’s Legit
August 30, 2022
I Tried the Celebrity Loved Electro Muscle Stimulation Workout With a 70K Waitlist—And Asked an Expert If It’s Legit
A zero-impact, full-body, 20-minute home workout that’s equivalent to over two hours at the gym…
By Lauren Wingenroth
PSA: Now Is Your Last Chance To Get Free COVID Tests From the Post Office
August 29, 2022
PSA: Now Is Your Last Chance To Get Free COVID Tests From the Post Office
In January 2022, President Biden made one billion free at-home COVID-19 tests available to the…
By Kells McPhillips
Here's How Your Body Is Telling You You're Not Eating Enough Iodine
August 29, 2022
Here's How Your Body Is Telling You You're Not Eating Enough Iodine
Of course, getting the essential vitamins and minerals your body needs is a key part…
By Alondra Segoviano
This Hydrating 5-Minute Watermelon Salsa Recipe Is Loaded With 3 Essential Antioxidants That Help Fight Inflammation
August 28, 2022
This Hydrating 5-Minute Watermelon Salsa Recipe Is Loaded With 3 Essential Antioxidants That Help Fight Inflammation
Fact: A big bowl of fresh pico de gallo and a heaping pile of crispy…
By Maki Yazawa
The Number One Thing You're Getting Wrong About Hydration, According to a Water Sommelier and Dietitian
August 27, 2022
The Number One Thing You're Getting Wrong About Hydration, According to a Water Sommelier and Dietitian
The list of ailments that dehydration can cause seems neverending. Fatigue, headaches, immune health, and…
By Mercey Livingston
The Truth About Botox for TMJ Disorders, According to an Orofacial Pain Specialist
August 26, 2022
The Truth About Botox for TMJ Disorders, According to an Orofacial Pain Specialist
Botox quickly gained a stellar reputation for its ability to fight fine lines and wrinkles.…
By Rebecca Norris
Black Women Face Unique Barriers to Breastfeeding—Here's What I Wish I'd Known
August 26, 2022
Black Women Face Unique Barriers to Breastfeeding—Here's What I Wish I'd Known
Breastfeeding is the hardest thing you’ll do until your child becomes a teenager, said the…
By Shanetta McDonald
4 Ways You're Unknowingly Depleting Your Body’s Magnesium Levels, According to a Functional Medicine Doctor and an RD
August 24, 2022
4 Ways You're Unknowingly Depleting Your Body’s Magnesium Levels, According to a Functional Medicine Doctor and an RD
Magnesium isn’t exactly sexy. It’s not like protein or fiber or even vitamin C—but that…
By Sharon Feiereisen
Real Talk: Can Your Dairy Sensitivity Actually Change When You’re in Europe?
August 24, 2022
Real Talk: Can Your Dairy Sensitivity Actually Change When You’re in Europe?
About 30 million American adults have some degree of lactose intolerance by age 20, so…
By Alondra Segoviano
How You Exercise Impacts Your Mental Health—3 Surprising Findings From a Movement Therapist
August 23, 2022
How You Exercise Impacts Your Mental Health—3 Surprising Findings From a Movement Therapist
Physical activity is good for you, there’s no arguing with that. But Erica Hornthal, LCPC,…
By Lauren Wingenroth
These Foods Pack Both Soluble and Insoluble Fiber—Eat Up for *All* the Digestive and Longevity-Boosting Benefits
August 23, 2022
These Foods Pack Both Soluble and Insoluble Fiber—Eat Up for *All* the Digestive and Longevity-Boosting Benefits
Dietary fiber is the gift that keeps on giving, as it can promote better BMs,…
By Michele Ross
‘I’m an ER Doctor, and These Are the 6 Rules I Always Follow at Home To Prevent Accidents and Injuries’
August 22, 2022
‘I’m an ER Doctor, and These Are the 6 Rules I Always Follow at Home To Prevent Accidents and Injuries’
When it comes to home safety, every inch counts. Literally. "The smallest toy at the…
By Han Schneider
‘Duck Walking’ Can Strengthen and Stretch Your Calves and Shins if They’re Inflamed From Pounding the Pavement
August 22, 2022
‘Duck Walking’ Can Strengthen and Stretch Your Calves and Shins if They’re Inflamed From Pounding the Pavement
Runners will do just about anything to keep themselves from being sidelined by an injury,…
By Jessica Giles
Is There Any Truth to That ‘Hair of the Dog’ Method for Helping a Hangover?
August 22, 2022
Is There Any Truth to That ‘Hair of the Dog’ Method for Helping a Hangover?
Picture it: a perfect summer day spent drinking with friends, hopping from brunch or a…
By Michele Ross
‘I’m a Urologist, and Here’s How To Help Your Bladder Stay Healthy and Free From Irritation When Traveling'
August 19, 2022
‘I’m a Urologist, and Here’s How To Help Your Bladder Stay Healthy and Free From Irritation When Traveling'
There's no doubt that seeing more of the world is a transformative, life-enriching experience—but it…
By Kells McPhillips
3 Muscle Groups You Didn't Realize You Activate Just By Walking
August 18, 2022
3 Muscle Groups You Didn't Realize You Activate Just By Walking
If you've ever gone on a long walk with a friend or a great podcast,…
By Kells McPhillips
5 Stretches for Sciatica To Relieve Glute and Leg Pain
August 17, 2022
5 Stretches for Sciatica To Relieve Glute and Leg Pain
Sciatica can be a pain in the butt—literally. It’s the common name for lumbar radiculopathy,…
By Amber Sayer
‘I’m a Registered Dietitian, and This Is Exactly What I Eat—And What I Avoid at All Costs—When I Can’t Poop’
August 17, 2022
‘I’m a Registered Dietitian, and This Is Exactly What I Eat—And What I Avoid at All Costs—When I Can’t Poop’
When you just can’t seem to recall the last time you went number two and…
By Maki Yazawa
Are You a Maximizer or a Satisficer? The 2 Types of Decision Makers and How They Make Life Choices
August 17, 2022
Are You a Maximizer or a Satisficer? The 2 Types of Decision Makers and How They Make Life Choices
Whether you’re choosing what to order at a restaurant, where to go on vacation, or…
By Rachel Kraus
5 Ways Your Body Is Telling You That You Need More Potassium, According to a Cardiologist and a Dietitian
August 17, 2022
5 Ways Your Body Is Telling You That You Need More Potassium, According to a Cardiologist and a Dietitian
When you hear the word potassium, bananas probably come to mind. It's fair—they are a…
By Han Schneider
5 Exercises To Strengthen Your Deep Spinal Stabilizer Muscles, the Secret To Improving Posture
August 16, 2022
5 Exercises To Strengthen Your Deep Spinal Stabilizer Muscles, the Secret To Improving Posture
Have you ever found yourself sitting—whether it’s working, eating, reading, or lounging—and stopped what you…
By Rebecca Norris
I’m a Nutritionist and Holistic Wellness Expert and This Is How I Maintain Energy Throughout the Day
August 15, 2022
I’m a Nutritionist and Holistic Wellness Expert and This Is How I Maintain Energy Throughout the Day
Energy is a resource more precious than gold: Maintaining your energy levels is deeply connected…
By Kimberly Snyder
'I'm a Registered Dietitian, and These Are the Gut-Friendly Snacks I Buy on Amazon'
August 14, 2022
'I'm a Registered Dietitian, and These Are the Gut-Friendly Snacks I Buy on Amazon'
Whether you're having trouble going number two, or are experiencing inflammation, this could be your…
By Kayla Hui
A Dermatologist Hates This Common Bug Bite Remedy—Here's The Drugstore Product She Wants You To Use Instead
August 14, 2022
A Dermatologist Hates This Common Bug Bite Remedy—Here's The Drugstore Product She Wants You To Use Instead
When you've got a bug bite, the worst part is undoubtedly the itching—and things are…
By Kara Jillian Brown
These 5 Simple Moves Can Improve Your Coordination
August 14, 2022
These 5 Simple Moves Can Improve Your Coordination
Coordination, the ability to execute complex, controlled body movements smoothly and without excessive effort, is…
By Helen Hope
Social Media Is Anti-Fat, but These TikTok Influencers Prove You Can Be Fit *and* Live in a Curvy Body
August 12, 2022
Social Media Is Anti-Fat, but These TikTok Influencers Prove You Can Be Fit *and* Live in a Curvy Body
For most of my life, I’ve heard the societal belief that people who live in…
By Ashley Broadwater
‘I’m an Eating Disorder Therapist and RD, and Here Are 6 Things That I Would Never Say to Children About Food'
August 11, 2022
‘I’m an Eating Disorder Therapist and RD, and Here Are 6 Things That I Would Never Say to Children About Food'
If there's anything that mimics the greek mythological creature known as the "Hydra," it's diet…
By Han Schneider
Ultra-Luxe ‘Recovery Clubs’ Want To Heal Your Body and Mind, but Are They Worth It?
August 10, 2022
Ultra-Luxe ‘Recovery Clubs’ Want To Heal Your Body and Mind, but Are They Worth It?
On a recent Thursday in West Hollywood, I joined the six-minute club. That is, I…
By Rachel Kraus
‘I’m a Cardiologist, and These Are the 5 Things I Do Every Day for Heart Health and Longevity—Plus What I’ll Never Do’
August 10, 2022
‘I’m a Cardiologist, and These Are the 5 Things I Do Every Day for Heart Health and Longevity—Plus What I’ll Never Do’
From the chia water internal shower recipe (steeped in toxic diet culture) to the (extremely…
By Han Schneider
This Thermal Therapy Eye Mask Relieved My Tension Headache in 30 Minutes Flat, and My Ice Pack Could Never
August 10, 2022
This Thermal Therapy Eye Mask Relieved My Tension Headache in 30 Minutes Flat, and My Ice Pack Could Never
I don’t often get sick, but when I do, it hits me like a truck.…
By Taylor Bell
BTW, the Texture of Your Stool Can Tell You a *Lot* About Your Overall Health
August 09, 2022
BTW, the Texture of Your Stool Can Tell You a *Lot* About Your Overall Health
There are so many ways that bodies can inform us about various aspects of our…
By Han Schneider
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