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Masturbating Every Night for a Week Gave Me the Best Sleep and Body Image I've Had in Months
May 30, 2022
Masturbating Every Night for a Week Gave Me the Best Sleep and Body Image I've Had in Months
The very term “masturbation” used to make me feel uneasy. I was raised by devout…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
I’ve Been Doing This Easy Glute Exercise While Sitting at Work, and Seen Major Results Without Thinking About It
May 29, 2022
I’ve Been Doing This Easy Glute Exercise While Sitting at Work, and Seen Major Results Without Thinking About It
Even as someone who works out regularly, my lack of glute strength easily gives away…
By Jennifer Heimlich
'I'm an OB/GYN—Here's the First Thing I Do When Cramps Are About To Hit'
May 28, 2022
'I'm an OB/GYN—Here's the First Thing I Do When Cramps Are About To Hit'
Period cramps are The Worst. They can pop up in so many places—your stomach, your labia,…
By Ashley Broadwater
What Your Old Sneakers Can Tell You About Your Gait, According to a Podiatrist
May 28, 2022
What Your Old Sneakers Can Tell You About Your Gait, According to a Podiatrist
Some of us like to hold onto our old sneakers for sentimental reasons. Perhaps they…
By Amber Sayer
This Full-Body Pilates Workout Turns Up The Heat Slowly—So You Can Ease Into Movement
May 27, 2022
This Full-Body Pilates Workout Turns Up The Heat Slowly—So You Can Ease Into Movement
One of the worst things about heading into a hard workout or full-body Pilates session…
By Han Schneider
A Neuroscientists Explains Why Yawning Is Contagious
May 27, 2022
A Neuroscientists Explains Why Yawning Is Contagious
We're one sentence into this story and I've already yawned three times. If that doesn't…
By Kells McPhillips
‘I’m an Epidemiologist, and This Is What It Means When COVID Cases Are Up—But Deaths Remain Low’
May 26, 2022
‘I’m an Epidemiologist, and This Is What It Means When COVID Cases Are Up—But Deaths Remain Low’
Over two years into the pandemic, COVID-19 is still evolving. If you've tuned in to…
By Kells McPhillips
5 AAPI-Owned Fermented Food Brands on a Mission To Balance Your Gut Microbiome While Staying True to Their Cultural Roots
May 25, 2022
5 AAPI-Owned Fermented Food Brands on a Mission To Balance Your Gut Microbiome While Staying True to Their Cultural Roots
When you hear the words gut health, fermented foods might be the first thing that…
By Maki Yazawa
Here's What You *Really* Need To Know About Moisturizing Between Your Butt Cheeks, According to an Anal Surgeon
May 25, 2022
Here's What You *Really* Need To Know About Moisturizing Between Your Butt Cheeks, According to an Anal Surgeon
So, when's the last time you thought about moisturizing your butt? If the answer is…
By Kara Jillian Brown
3 Key Ways Your Gut Is Telling You Something Is Up (Plus, What To Do)
May 25, 2022
3 Key Ways Your Gut Is Telling You Something Is Up (Plus, What To Do)
I don't know about you, but it's not easy to go through life without hearing…
By Han Schneider
5 Constipation Tips From a Pelvic Floor Therapist (Because They Know A Lot About How You Poop)
May 24, 2022
5 Constipation Tips From a Pelvic Floor Therapist (Because They Know A Lot About How You Poop)
There are all sorts of euphemisms for constipation, from being "backed up" to "traffic-jammed" to…
By Han Schneider
I’m a Body Liberationist, So Why Do I Avoid Cameras Every Summer?
May 24, 2022
I’m a Body Liberationist, So Why Do I Avoid Cameras Every Summer?
There are a lot of ways that an essay like this could begin. I could…
By Han Schneider
What Happens to Your Digestive System When You Lie Down After Eating?
May 24, 2022
What Happens to Your Digestive System When You Lie Down After Eating?
Over the past few months, I’ve started noticing something strange at the end of each…
By Michele Ross
The Very Best Breast Pumps on the Market, According to Lactation Experts
May 23, 2022
The Very Best Breast Pumps on the Market, According to Lactation Experts
If you’re pregnant or recently had a baby, you’ve most likely been researching breast pumps.…
By Dory Zayas
Watch Out for These 3 Telltale Signs of Weak Glutes
May 23, 2022
Watch Out for These 3 Telltale Signs of Weak Glutes
Last year I spent the final few weeks of 2021 sitting on my couch, riding…
By Jordan Galloway
Anyone Who Works on a Laptop Should Be Doing These 4 Wrist Mobility Exercises
May 23, 2022
Anyone Who Works on a Laptop Should Be Doing These 4 Wrist Mobility Exercises
Are you taking care of your moneymaker? And by moneymaker, we of course mean your…
By Rachel Kraus
Every Body Is a Beach Body, but Here's What To Do if Swimsuit Stress Still Hurts
May 23, 2022
Every Body Is a Beach Body, but Here's What To Do if Swimsuit Stress Still Hurts
You’ve probably heard the phrase, “every body is a beach body.” Maybe you spotted the…
By Kasandra Brabaw
Why We Hold Trauma in Our Hips—And 4 Ways To Release It
May 22, 2022
Why We Hold Trauma in Our Hips—And 4 Ways To Release It
When it comes to trauma, we often think about the mental effects—but accidentally ignore the…
By Sara Harowitz
What a Podiatrist Wants You To Know About Heel Height on Boots, Mules, and Sandals for Every Type of Foot
May 21, 2022
What a Podiatrist Wants You To Know About Heel Height on Boots, Mules, and Sandals for Every Type of Foot
Heels get a bad rap for being bad for foot health, but that reputation may…
By Isadora Baum
Rihanna’s Pregnancy Was More Than a Fashion Statement—It Helped Me Rethink My IVF Journey
May 20, 2022
Rihanna’s Pregnancy Was More Than a Fashion Statement—It Helped Me Rethink My IVF Journey
When news broke earlier this year that Rihanna was expecting her first child with rapper…
By L'Oreal Thompson Payton
Get Relief From PMS Symptoms With These 4 Gentle Moves
May 20, 2022
Get Relief From PMS Symptoms With These 4 Gentle Moves
Anyone who menstruates knows that the hormonal fluctuations of our monthly cycle can wreak havoc…
By Amber Sayer
In This 20-minute Pilates Session, All Roads Lead to Your Core
May 20, 2022
In This 20-minute Pilates Session, All Roads Lead to Your Core
If you've ever heard the phrase all roads lead to Rome, there's a fitness equivalent:…
By Han Schneider
Today's Menopause Solutions Aren't Your Mom's Hot-Flash Remedies (I Know Because I Asked Mine)
May 20, 2022
Today's Menopause Solutions Aren't Your Mom's Hot-Flash Remedies (I Know Because I Asked Mine)
By Eva Rohan
Try This 5-Minute Massage the Next Time Heartburn Strikes
May 19, 2022
Try This 5-Minute Massage the Next Time Heartburn Strikes
Indigestion can be frustrating, distracting, and just an overall vibe kill. Sometimes medicine, deep breathing,…
By Han Schneider
This Delicious Vegan Buffalo Chickpea Salad Sandwich Packs More Than Half of the Fiber You Need in a Day
May 19, 2022
This Delicious Vegan Buffalo Chickpea Salad Sandwich Packs More Than Half of the Fiber You Need in a Day
We’re always on the lookout for a new workday lunch recipe that’s equally easy to…
By Lauren Wicks
‘I’m a Dentist, and Here’s How Drinking Lemon Water Impacts Your Dental Health'
May 19, 2022
‘I’m a Dentist, and Here’s How Drinking Lemon Water Impacts Your Dental Health'
Lemon water is pretty simple—it’s basically plain water that’s been infused with fresh lemon juice…
By Isadora Baum
Waking Up To Pee at Night? Here Are 6 Small Tips To Curb the Urge
May 18, 2022
Waking Up To Pee at Night? Here Are 6 Small Tips To Curb the Urge
Have you ever been in a deep sleep, dreaming of something splendid, when suddenly, you're…
By Han Schneider
How Do Birth Control Pills Impact PCOS? Endocrinologists Weigh In
May 18, 2022
How Do Birth Control Pills Impact PCOS? Endocrinologists Weigh In
If you've dealt with symptoms like irregular periods, heavy bleeding, baldness, acne, facial hair growth,…
By Ashley Broadwater
How To *Finally* Find Harmony With Your Gut Microbiome, According to a Gastroenterologist and a Dietitian
May 18, 2022
How To *Finally* Find Harmony With Your Gut Microbiome, According to a Gastroenterologist and a Dietitian
In the last few years, the importance of gut health has taken center stage thanks…
By Maki Yazawa
Is Walking Enough To Build Strong Bones? Here's What the Science Has To Say
May 18, 2022
Is Walking Enough To Build Strong Bones? Here's What the Science Has To Say
Have you ever wondered why activity monitors suggest a certain number of steps per day?…
By Rebecca Norris
Have Goosebumps? Here’s What Your Body Might Be Trying To Communicate to You
May 18, 2022
Have Goosebumps? Here’s What Your Body Might Be Trying To Communicate to You
Typically, you might notice that you get goosebumps in response to physical triggers, like going…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
How This 18-Year-Old Magazine Founder Protects Her Mental Health Online (and in High School)
May 17, 2022
How This 18-Year-Old Magazine Founder Protects Her Mental Health Online (and in High School)
Balancing life as a high school senior is complicated enough, but what happens when you…
By Han Schneider
'No Pain, No Gain' Is a Myth and So Is 'If You Feel Pain, Stop.' So What Rules Should You Follow?
May 17, 2022
'No Pain, No Gain' Is a Myth and So Is 'If You Feel Pain, Stop.' So What Rules Should You Follow?
You’re moseying along on your morning run and suddenly you feel a pang of discomfort…
By Rajpal Brar
Roll Out Your Neck and Shoulder Tension With This One Trick
May 17, 2022
Roll Out Your Neck and Shoulder Tension With This One Trick
Neck and shoulder tension is honestly the worst. So, if you don't have a savvy…
By Han Schneider
Meet the Gen Z Graphic Artist Helping Asian People Prioritize Joy
May 16, 2022
Meet the Gen Z Graphic Artist Helping Asian People Prioritize Joy
If it feels like your mental health is under attack, you're not alone. From the…
By Han Schneider
How the Bacteria in Your Gut Microbiome Can Impact Mental Health and Cognitive Functioning
May 16, 2022
How the Bacteria in Your Gut Microbiome Can Impact Mental Health and Cognitive Functioning
If the past few years have taught us anything, it’s the importance of prioritizing our…
By Alondra Segoviano
How To Have Pleasurable Sex When Your Partner Has a Penis on the Smaller Side
May 16, 2022
How To Have Pleasurable Sex When Your Partner Has a Penis on the Smaller Side
For many things in life, bigger isn't necessarily better. (Just take tiny gift-wrapped boxes containing…
By Gabrielle Kassel & Helen Carefoot
How To Practice the 'Lengthened Breath' Technique and Fall Asleep in Literal Minutes
May 16, 2022
How To Practice the 'Lengthened Breath' Technique and Fall Asleep in Literal Minutes
It’s probable that you’ve looked for and found at least some tricks to help you…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
5 Ways To Release Neck Pain, According to a Massage Pro 
May 15, 2022
5 Ways To Release Neck Pain, According to a Massage Pro 
If you, like me, spend way too many hours of the day hunched over the…
By Jessica Estrada
Yep, It's a Thing To Snore After Drinking Alcohol—Here’s What To Know and How To Stop
May 14, 2022
Yep, It's a Thing To Snore After Drinking Alcohol—Here’s What To Know and How To Stop
If you’ve ever had a couple boozy drinks and conked out as soon as your…
By Erica Sloan
These Evidence-Based Daily Habits Can Help Boost Your Serotonin Levels
May 13, 2022
These Evidence-Based Daily Habits Can Help Boost Your Serotonin Levels
If you've ever found yourself under a cloud of sadness without knowing why, you probably…
By Ashley Broadwater
The Afternoon Gut Reset You Can Do in Literally 3 Minutes
May 13, 2022
The Afternoon Gut Reset You Can Do in Literally 3 Minutes
By Well+Good Editors
'I Tried the FDA-Cleared Underwear for Protection Against STI-Transmission During Oral Sex'
May 13, 2022
'I Tried the FDA-Cleared Underwear for Protection Against STI-Transmission During Oral Sex'
Receiving oral sex can feel really good—with the operative word there being can. Beyond a…
By Gabrielle Kassel
Give Your Body the Lunch Break It’s Craving With This 7-Minute Stretch
May 13, 2022
Give Your Body the Lunch Break It’s Craving With This 7-Minute Stretch
If your butt is dangerously close to becoming fused to your chair, it’s time for…
By Rachel Kraus
Vitamin C Can Impact Your ADHD—And Not in the Way You’d Expect
May 12, 2022
Vitamin C Can Impact Your ADHD—And Not in the Way You’d Expect
As if taking your medication regularly isn't difficult enough, you might have to think about…
By Han Schneider
Looking for an 'Exercise Snack'? We've Got a 5-Minute Workout Video To Suit Any Mood
May 12, 2022
Looking for an 'Exercise Snack'? We've Got a 5-Minute Workout Video To Suit Any Mood
When you’re short on time, choosing a workout is like scratching an itch: You really…
By Rachel Kraus
Short Chain Fatty Acids Are Essential for Fighting Inflammation and Maintaining a Healthy Gut—Here’s How To Boost Yours
May 12, 2022
Short Chain Fatty Acids Are Essential for Fighting Inflammation and Maintaining a Healthy Gut—Here’s How To Boost Yours
Let’s all take a moment to be grateful that we’ve moved away from the low-fat…
By Laura Fisher
'This No-Downtime 'Lunchtime' Facial Peel Left My Skin Feeling Bouncy and Smooth—With No Redness in Sight'
May 12, 2022
'This No-Downtime 'Lunchtime' Facial Peel Left My Skin Feeling Bouncy and Smooth—With No Redness in Sight'
The Sex and the City episode where Samantha gets a chemical peel the day before…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
Here's Why Knowing Your Body Fat Percentage May or May Not Be Beneficial
May 12, 2022
Here's Why Knowing Your Body Fat Percentage May or May Not Be Beneficial
If you follow any body positive influencers, fat activists, or holistic health providers, you’ve probably…
By Gabrielle Kassel
I Took an Ice Bath Every Day for 2 Weeks—Here's How It Soothed My Aches and Pains
May 11, 2022
I Took an Ice Bath Every Day for 2 Weeks—Here's How It Soothed My Aches and Pains
It's not every day—or ever—that I take an ice bath. I'm like a lizard in…
By Francesca Krempa
The ‘Big 3’ Bad Habits That Might Be Hurting Your Hips—And How To Fix Them
May 11, 2022
The ‘Big 3’ Bad Habits That Might Be Hurting Your Hips—And How To Fix Them
The hips are a remarkable part of our bodies. They are strong enough to provide…
By Kate Hull
Here’s What Happens to Your Alcohol Tolerance As You Age
May 11, 2022
Here’s What Happens to Your Alcohol Tolerance As You Age
There are some folks who can seemingly drink and drink without feeling any consequences (well,…
By Sharon Feiereisen
Here’s Exactly Why Doctors Always Tell You To Finish Your Antibiotic Course
May 10, 2022
Here’s Exactly Why Doctors Always Tell You To Finish Your Antibiotic Course
If you've had a bacterial infection in the last few years, whether a urinary tract…
By Han Schneider
Both Mindful and Mindless Activities Can Help You Cope With Stress, According to Mental Health Experts
May 10, 2022
Both Mindful and Mindless Activities Can Help You Cope With Stress, According to Mental Health Experts
When you’re overwhelmed and trying to get back into your body instead of letting your…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
Why There's Such a Big Gap in Women's Sports Performance Research—And What's Being Done About It
May 10, 2022
Why There's Such a Big Gap in Women's Sports Performance Research—And What's Being Done About It
The next time someone gives you advice based on a “recent study” or “scientific research,”…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
5 Gut-Boosting Breakfast Recipes You Can Make in 5 Minutes or Less
May 10, 2022
5 Gut-Boosting Breakfast Recipes You Can Make in 5 Minutes or Less
How to know you're guaranteed a good day? You kick it off with a delicious,…
By Lulu Chang
Are We Headed Toward Seasonal COVID-19 Booster Shots?
May 09, 2022
Are We Headed Toward Seasonal COVID-19 Booster Shots?
If we’ve learned anything in our two-plus years of pandemic living, it’s that COVID-19 information…
By Julie Weingarden Dubin
I’ve Been Practicing the 'Container Exercise' for 2 Months, and It's Worked Wonders for My Anxiety
May 09, 2022
I’ve Been Practicing the 'Container Exercise' for 2 Months, and It's Worked Wonders for My Anxiety
I started seeing a therapist in January to help me manage my stress, and after…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
What It Means if You’re Sweating More Than Anyone Else in Your Workout Class
May 09, 2022
What It Means if You’re Sweating More Than Anyone Else in Your Workout Class
Picture this: You've just finished an intense cycling class and are so soaked with sweat…
By Amber Sayer
4 Ways the Black Mamas Matter Alliance Is Working To Support Black Maternal Health
May 08, 2022
4 Ways the Black Mamas Matter Alliance Is Working To Support Black Maternal Health
In the most recent Glowing Live, activist and doula Latham Thomas spoke with Angela Doyinsola Aina,…
By Han Schneider
What Happens to Your Body When You Breathe Out Through Your Nose or Breathe Out Through Your Mouth
May 08, 2022
What Happens to Your Body When You Breathe Out Through Your Nose or Breathe Out Through Your Mouth
Breathing is something we do without thinking, but it's a powerful tool that, when wielded…
By Allie Flinn
The #1 Electrolyte You Needed Based on What Your Body Is Telling You
May 08, 2022
The #1 Electrolyte You Needed Based on What Your Body Is Telling You
A healthy, well-hydrated body doesn’t just come from drinking enough water. It also requires eating a…
By Isadora Baum
'I'm a Fat Personal Trainer, and This Is the #1 Thing I Tell All My New Clients’
May 08, 2022
'I'm a Fat Personal Trainer, and This Is the #1 Thing I Tell All My New Clients’
"I’m Tasheon, and yes I’m a fat personal trainer located in Tacoma, Washington," Tasheon Chillous,…
By Allie Flinn
6 Stretches and Moves to Help Get Rid of That Hump at the Base of Your Neck
May 08, 2022
6 Stretches and Moves to Help Get Rid of That Hump at the Base of Your Neck
If you, too, are guilty of living the constantly-hunched-over-a-digital-device life, you may notice a bump…
By Jessica Estrada
'Leisure Sickness' Could Be Why You're Feeling Tired or Sick on Your Days Off—Here's What You Can Do About It
May 07, 2022
'Leisure Sickness' Could Be Why You're Feeling Tired or Sick on Your Days Off—Here's What You Can Do About It
Let’s say you very much need a break from your daily grind, so you decide…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
The Best Fiber Supplements for Gut Health, According to Registered Dietitians
May 06, 2022
The Best Fiber Supplements for Gut Health, According to Registered Dietitians
Living in a world fascinated by (or obsessed with, depending on how you see it)…
By Rebecca Norris
17 People of All Ages Share Their Feelings on Roe v. Wade
May 06, 2022
17 People of All Ages Share Their Feelings on Roe v. Wade
You've probably read your fair share of quotes about abortion in the past few weeks.…
By Han Schneider
Do All Fermented Foods Contain Probiotics?
May 06, 2022
Do All Fermented Foods Contain Probiotics?
Based on the findings of a recent report by the International Food Information Council (IFIC),…
By Jordan Galloway
Loosen Up Even the Tightest Hips With This 20-Minute Pilates Workout
May 06, 2022
Loosen Up Even the Tightest Hips With This 20-Minute Pilates Workout
Do you ever finish your day and feel like The Tin Man from The Wizard…
By Han Schneider
3 Red Flags To Help You Spot Medical Fatphobia and Weight Bias
May 05, 2022
3 Red Flags To Help You Spot Medical Fatphobia and Weight Bias
When you go to the doctor’s office, you should be treated with dignity and respect.…
By Ashley Broadwater
4 Podiatrist-Approved Ways To Make Sure Your Favorite Sandals Are Foot-Friendly
May 05, 2022
4 Podiatrist-Approved Ways To Make Sure Your Favorite Sandals Are Foot-Friendly
When warmer weather hits, sandals get their fair share of use. Sometimes this can be…
By Han Schneider
This Is the #1 Predictor of a Healthy Gut Microbiome, According to a GI Doctor
May 05, 2022
This Is the #1 Predictor of a Healthy Gut Microbiome, According to a GI Doctor
Research shows that maintaining a well-balanced gut microbiome is an integral part of both short-…
By Laura Fisher
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