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'As a Breast Cancer Survivor, Questions About Remission Are Complicated'
October 29, 2021
'As a Breast Cancer Survivor, Questions About Remission Are Complicated'
"So, are you in remission now?" I've been asked this question a lot lately. Last…
By Javacia Harris Bowser
How To Inject Childlike Joy Into Your Workouts, and Why One Celeb Trainer Recommends Doing So
October 29, 2021
How To Inject Childlike Joy Into Your Workouts, and Why One Celeb Trainer Recommends Doing So
No matter your fitness level or the role working out plays in your life, everyone…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
These 2-Ingredient Apple Coconut Cake Bars Offer Endless Gut-Boosting Benefits
October 28, 2021
These 2-Ingredient Apple Coconut Cake Bars Offer Endless Gut-Boosting Benefits
While it’s never not the season for from-scratch baked goods, there are certain times of…
By Elsie Yang
Only a Third of Employees Disconnect During Work—But *Everyone* Needs a Real Midday Lunch Break
October 28, 2021
Only a Third of Employees Disconnect During Work—But *Everyone* Needs a Real Midday Lunch Break
Whomever coined the phrase "stop and smell the roses" would be particularly horrified by the…
By Allie Flinn
How Hollywood Thrillers Comfort Me Through IVF treatments
October 27, 2021
How Hollywood Thrillers Comfort Me Through IVF treatments
In one swift motion, a needle plunges into my body, and a warm sensation takes…
By Blake Turck
Why Community-Based Programs for Breast Cancer Survivors Might Be as Important as Treatment
October 27, 2021
Why Community-Based Programs for Breast Cancer Survivors Might Be as Important as Treatment
In February 2019, Debbie Mendoza was diagnosed with lobular breast cancer at the age of…
By Sofia Quaglia
Seasonal Supplementing Is a Thing—Here’s What To Try This Fall, Based on Your Wellness Concerns
October 26, 2021
Seasonal Supplementing Is a Thing—Here’s What To Try This Fall, Based on Your Wellness Concerns
Take a quick mental inventory of your supplement situation. If it's the exact same lineup…
By Well+Good Editors
Where Can Young Children Get the COVID-19 Vaccine Once It's Available?
October 25, 2021
Where Can Young Children Get the COVID-19 Vaccine Once It's Available?
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) analyzed data for the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine…
By Delilah Gray
'I’m a Breast Cancer Survivor, and I've Decided To Get Regular Pancreatic Cancer Screening'
October 24, 2021
'I’m a Breast Cancer Survivor, and I've Decided To Get Regular Pancreatic Cancer Screening'
I arrived at the hospital radiology lab for my first pancreatic cancer screening nervous but…
By Jennifer Bringle
Here's Why You Should Be Using a Period Tracker App if You Aren’t Already
October 23, 2021
Here's Why You Should Be Using a Period Tracker App if You Aren’t Already
It’s likely you’ve had at least one month where your period started and you were…
By Ashley Lauretta
These 3 Delicious, Nutrient-Rich Recipes Help Support Your Hormonal Cycle
October 23, 2021
These 3 Delicious, Nutrient-Rich Recipes Help Support Your Hormonal Cycle
Despite the cliché adage that menstruating means laying sideways on the sofa with a chunky…
By Emily Laurence
Foot Pain? A Traditional Chinese Medicine Expert Suggests Punching Your Hands (Yes, Hands)
October 22, 2021
Foot Pain? A Traditional Chinese Medicine Expert Suggests Punching Your Hands (Yes, Hands)
Ahhh, TikTok, the things we can learn. In a recent video, licensed acupuncturist, Jimmy Yen, suggested…
By Annita Katee
12 Health Halo-Touting Foods That Sneakily Pack a Surplus of Sugar
October 22, 2021
12 Health Halo-Touting Foods That Sneakily Pack a Surplus of Sugar
It’s frustrating, to say the least, when you eat something with the great satisfaction of…
By Sharon Feiereisen
'I'm a Sexologist and These Are the 3 Most Common Sex-Related Injuries I See'
October 22, 2021
'I'm a Sexologist and These Are the 3 Most Common Sex-Related Injuries I See'
While consensual sex is a healthy part of life that can and should be accessible…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
Project: Supplement
October 22, 2021
Project: Supplement
By Well+Good Editors
Here's What It's Like To Get Your Scalp Treated at a Head Spa
October 21, 2021
Here's What It's Like To Get Your Scalp Treated at a Head Spa
The best part of getting your hair washed is undoubtedly the scrubbing. For a moment,…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Why Immunologists Say It's a Smart Idea To Get Your Flu Shot at the Same Time as Your COVID-19 Booster (If You Qualify)
October 21, 2021
Why Immunologists Say It's a Smart Idea To Get Your Flu Shot at the Same Time as Your COVID-19 Booster (If You Qualify)
It's officially flu season, and while it's always been important to get the vaccine to…
By Erin Bunch
Apparently, It’s Time for Us All To Cut Our Daily Salt Intake (According to the FDA)
October 21, 2021
Apparently, It’s Time for Us All To Cut Our Daily Salt Intake (According to the FDA)
Salt is an important nutrient for the human body. It helps balance fluids in the…
By Sharon Feiereisen
'I'm a Urologist, and This Is Why You Need To Stop Power Peeing'
October 20, 2021
'I'm a Urologist, and This Is Why You Need To Stop Power Peeing'
Let’s get up close and personal for a minute. Have you ever had to pee…
By Rebecca Norris
Cavity-Prone? A Dentist Explains Why You Should Be Careful About Mouthwash
October 20, 2021
Cavity-Prone? A Dentist Explains Why You Should Be Careful About Mouthwash
The rules of good dental hygiene are pretty simple: brush and floss at least twice…
By Kasandra Brabaw
‘I’m a Neuroscientist and Here’s Why Lunch Breaks Are Key to Optimizing Focus'
October 20, 2021
‘I’m a Neuroscientist and Here’s Why Lunch Breaks Are Key to Optimizing Focus'
One of my favorite parts of studying abroad in France was lunch. French people never…
By Mercey Livingston
Best Bladder Calming Foods and Drinks, According to a Urologist
October 20, 2021
Best Bladder Calming Foods and Drinks, According to a Urologist
Chances are that you can rattle off at least a short list of foods that…
By Emily Laurence
If You Aren’t Brushing Your Teeth With a Silicone Toothbrush, You’re Missing Out on a Next-Level Clean
October 20, 2021
If You Aren’t Brushing Your Teeth With a Silicone Toothbrush, You’re Missing Out on a Next-Level Clean
How much thought do you really put into your oral-care routine? If you're anything like…
By Stephanie Valente
'I Have Long-Haul COVID-19 Symptoms, and This Is How My Life Has Changed'
October 19, 2021
'I Have Long-Haul COVID-19 Symptoms, and This Is How My Life Has Changed'
Not long after the COVID-19 pandemic spread around the world, people started talking about having…
By Korin Miller
Which Probiotic Is Right for You? These Are the Exact Bacteria Strains to Look For
October 19, 2021
Which Probiotic Is Right for You? These Are the Exact Bacteria Strains to Look For
Probiotics are one of the most commonly bought supplements, and it's easy to see why: The microbiome…
By Emily Laurence
'I’m an Registered Dietitian, and This Is Why Chocolate Can Boost Your Longevity'
October 19, 2021
'I’m an Registered Dietitian, and This Is Why Chocolate Can Boost Your Longevity'
Chocolate is delicious, says anyone who isn't a sociopath. (Just kidding, I do know a…
By Erin Bunch
The CDC Just Released New Safety Guidance Ahead of Holiday Season—Here's What You Need to Know
October 18, 2021
The CDC Just Released New Safety Guidance Ahead of Holiday Season—Here's What You Need to Know
Nearly two weeks after releasing and rescinding holiday safety guidance, the Centers for Disease Control and…
By Korin Miller
'I'm a Cardiologist and These Are the Quick Workouts I Swear by for a Midday Boost'
October 18, 2021
'I'm a Cardiologist and These Are the Quick Workouts I Swear by for a Midday Boost'
Your midday activities can make or break your energy levels for the rest of the…
By Mercey Livingston
Is It Time To Retire 'Fighting Words' When We Talk About Breast Cancer?
October 17, 2021
Is It Time To Retire 'Fighting Words' When We Talk About Breast Cancer?
When my doctor told me I had breast cancer, she grabbed my hand and leaned…
By Susanna Harwood Rubin
Do Bunion Correctors Work? Podiatrists Tell Us the Truth—And When To Wear One
October 17, 2021
Do Bunion Correctors Work? Podiatrists Tell Us the Truth—And When To Wear One
There are many causes of foot pain, but having a bunion may be one of…
By Taylor Bell
What To Do if Taking Vitamins Doesn’t Agree With Your Stomach, According to Gastroenterologists
October 16, 2021
What To Do if Taking Vitamins Doesn’t Agree With Your Stomach, According to Gastroenterologists
Many people take vitamins as part of their diet. In fact, according to a 2022…
By Emily Laurence
5 Stretches To Try When You're Constipated, According to Pelvic Floor Physical Therapists
October 15, 2021
5 Stretches To Try When You're Constipated, According to Pelvic Floor Physical Therapists
You might not spend much time thinking about, ahem, "going number two," until you suddenly…
By Korin Miller
'I’m an Orthopedist, and Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Self-Diagnose Your Pesky Wrist Pain'
October 14, 2021
'I’m an Orthopedist, and Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Self-Diagnose Your Pesky Wrist Pain'
If your days involve typing and texting, manual labor, or planks and push-ups, you're likely…
By Erin Bunch
3 Ways Your Feet Are Telling You You're Too Stressed, According to a Podiatrist
October 13, 2021
3 Ways Your Feet Are Telling You You're Too Stressed, According to a Podiatrist
Chronic stress provides a unique physiological experience for us all. Some people find that, when…
By Brenna Holland
How One Afro-Latina Is Expanding Health-Care Fluency for Communities Failed By the U.S. Medical System
October 13, 2021
How One Afro-Latina Is Expanding Health-Care Fluency for Communities Failed By the U.S. Medical System
As a Bronx-born Afro-Latina, I am constantly reminded of the strength of my people. I’ve…
By Ivelyse Andino
The Inflammatory Language of Inflammation
October 13, 2021
The Inflammatory Language of Inflammation
It wasn't long ago that inflammation emerged as the bogeyman of wellness. But, according to…
By Kara Jillian Brown
'I Tried Viome's $250 Health Intelligence Test—Here's What It Taught Me About My Gut'
October 13, 2021
'I Tried Viome's $250 Health Intelligence Test—Here's What It Taught Me About My Gut'
Nothing has impacted the health world in the past decade quite like the advances in…
By Emily Laurence
Study Finds That Aging Isn’t All Bad for the Brain—Here Are 7 Ways To Keep Your Mind Young
October 12, 2021
Study Finds That Aging Isn’t All Bad for the Brain—Here Are 7 Ways To Keep Your Mind Young
It’s a common belief that as you get older, your brain gets less efficient. Aging is often…
By Kacie Main
Air Pollution Kills 13 People Every Minute, According to the World Health Organization
October 12, 2021
Air Pollution Kills 13 People Every Minute, According to the World Health Organization
The COVID-19 pandemic is changing the way we think about clean air. Researchers at Harvard…
By Kara Jillian Brown
‘I’m a Pelvic Floor Therapist and Here’s One Way To Think About Bladder Urges’
October 12, 2021
‘I’m a Pelvic Floor Therapist and Here’s One Way To Think About Bladder Urges’
An overactive bladder may seem like a never-ending cycle of bathroom-related emotions. The sudden urge…
By Delilah Gray
The Surprising Reason White Potatoes Are Great for Gut Health
October 12, 2021
The Surprising Reason White Potatoes Are Great for Gut Health
If you're filling your grocery cart with foods for gut health in mind, chances are…
By Emily Laurence
Morning Stretches To Boost Mobility If Your Neck, Back, and Hips Ache First Thing When You Wake Up
October 12, 2021
Morning Stretches To Boost Mobility If Your Neck, Back, and Hips Ache First Thing When You Wake Up
A good night’s sleep is worth its weight in gold, but the resulting tightness you feel…
By Kells McPhillips
'I Got a COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shot—This Is What My Experience Was Like'
October 11, 2021
'I Got a COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shot—This Is What My Experience Was Like'
As you've probably heard, COVID-19 vaccine booster shots are now available to certain Americans. More specifically, the Centers…
By Korin Miller
Here’s What Happened to My Sleep Quality (And Sanity) When I Gave up Coffee for a Month
October 11, 2021
Here’s What Happened to My Sleep Quality (And Sanity) When I Gave up Coffee for a Month
There are few propositions that strike fear into the hearts of grown adults quite like…
By Elsie Yang
How Depression Can Warp Your Memory—And How To Manage It
October 10, 2021
How Depression Can Warp Your Memory—And How To Manage It
Depression is incredibly common, and its most notorious symptoms—loss of interest, changes in appetite, differences…
By Emily Kelleher
Bleach, Lysol, and Other Disinfectants *Do* Expire and Much Quicker Than You May Think
October 10, 2021
Bleach, Lysol, and Other Disinfectants *Do* Expire and Much Quicker Than You May Think
Perhaps unsurprisingly, when American consumers came together to pick the USA Products of the Year for…
By Elsie Yang
Your Metabolic Age Can Reveal a Lot About Your Health—Here's How To Improve It
October 10, 2021
Your Metabolic Age Can Reveal a Lot About Your Health—Here's How To Improve It
When it comes to measuring how old you are, there's chronological age, which is the…
By Jessica Estrada
This Is the Best Time to Shower After a Workout, According to a Health Coach
October 10, 2021
This Is the Best Time to Shower After a Workout, According to a Health Coach
In the minutes that follow a high-intensity workout—when your breathing is deep, your blood is…
By Brenna Holland
Insecure's Yvonne Orji on Her Breast Cancer Scare and the Importance of Listening to Your Body
October 09, 2021
Insecure's Yvonne Orji on Her Breast Cancer Scare and the Importance of Listening to Your Body
Yvonne Orji was 17 years old when she had a breast cancer scare. Thankfully, the…
By Kara Jillian Brown
‘I’m a PCOS-Focused Dietitian, and These Are the 5 Foods I Always Recommend for Hormonal Balance'
October 08, 2021
‘I’m a PCOS-Focused Dietitian, and These Are the 5 Foods I Always Recommend for Hormonal Balance'
Even without digging into the latest scientific studies, you know that certain foods and drinks…
By Emily Laurence
California’s New Stealthing Law Gives Survivors Legal Language to Describe Their Experiences
October 08, 2021
California’s New Stealthing Law Gives Survivors Legal Language to Describe Their Experiences
After trying to persuade her to forgo using a condom, Helen’s* hookup finally agreed to…
By Fortesa Latifi
What You Need To Know About the Connection Between Balance Training and Brain Health
October 07, 2021
What You Need To Know About the Connection Between Balance Training and Brain Health
Would you call yourself a clutz? Are you constantly tripping over your own feet? While…
By Kasandra Brabaw
Here’s How Your Protein Needs Change in Your 30s, 40s, 50s, and Beyond
October 07, 2021
Here’s How Your Protein Needs Change in Your 30s, 40s, 50s, and Beyond
Of all the macro and micronutrients required for good health, people seem to worry most…
By Erin Bunch
9 Foods for Sexual Longevity That Support Healthy Intimate Relationships at Any Age
October 06, 2021
9 Foods for Sexual Longevity That Support Healthy Intimate Relationships at Any Age
So many parts of life change as we age, but by making various lifestyle choices…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
In Defense of Having Sex When You're on Your Period
October 06, 2021
In Defense of Having Sex When You're on Your Period
To have sex on your period or not—it’s a question that's tied to polarizing responses.…
By Erin Magner
Is The 'Runner's High' Real? We Asked 4 Pros To Weigh In
October 06, 2021
Is The 'Runner's High' Real? We Asked 4 Pros To Weigh In
If you searched Google images for "photos of women running," you'd be met with hundreds…
By Zoe Weiner
'I Expected To Deal With My Baby's Separation Anxiety—I Didn't Know I'd Have To Manage My Own'
October 06, 2021
'I Expected To Deal With My Baby's Separation Anxiety—I Didn't Know I'd Have To Manage My Own'
I sat cross-legged on the tile floor, trying to negotiate my baby’s arm through her…
By Jillian Pretzel
Vitamin B12 Boosts Brain Health and Fights Fatigue—Here’s How To Know You’re Eating Enough of It
October 06, 2021
Vitamin B12 Boosts Brain Health and Fights Fatigue—Here’s How To Know You’re Eating Enough of It
Vitamin B12 is a key input to a well-functioning body. While there are many vitamins…
By Elsie Yang
What Is a ‘Transitional Object’ and How Can It Help Manage Grief?
October 05, 2021
What Is a ‘Transitional Object’ and How Can It Help Manage Grief?
Last autumn, my 94-year-old dad spent most of his final days in his family room,…
By Lisa Kanarek
7 Best Bidet Toilet Seats To Totally Upgrade the Way You Clean Your Butt
October 05, 2021
7 Best Bidet Toilet Seats To Totally Upgrade the Way You Clean Your Butt
You'll spend more than 2,200 hours (98 days!) of your life on the toilet. A…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Using an Electric Toothbrush? Dentists Say You’re Probably Brushing Wrong
October 04, 2021
Using an Electric Toothbrush? Dentists Say You’re Probably Brushing Wrong
A recently viral TikTok post is making people question if they really know how to…
By Rebecca Norris
'I'm a Neurologist, and Here’s Why Sleeping Off a Migraine May Work for Some People—But Not Others'
October 04, 2021
'I'm a Neurologist, and Here’s Why Sleeping Off a Migraine May Work for Some People—But Not Others'
Migraine attacks and sleep have a “chicken or egg” relationship in neurological science. Do migraines…
By Kasandra Brabaw
Exclusive: 'I Went to the Nike Innovation Center To Train Like an Athlete—Here's How High Tech It Gets'
October 04, 2021
Exclusive: 'I Went to the Nike Innovation Center To Train Like an Athlete—Here's How High Tech It Gets'
The ethos behind Nike's innovation is simple: Never accept the status quo. In the 50-plus…
By Zoe Weiner
I'm an Optometrist, and These Are the 7 Most Common Contact Lens Mistakes People Make'
October 01, 2021
I'm an Optometrist, and These Are the 7 Most Common Contact Lens Mistakes People Make'
As someone who has worn contacts since the seventh grade, I know how difficult it…
By Erin Bunch
'I’m an Anal Surgeon, and This Is What Most People Get Wrong About Having a Clean Butt'
October 01, 2021
'I’m an Anal Surgeon, and This Is What Most People Get Wrong About Having a Clean Butt'
It's totally fine to let some hygiene habits fall by the wayside. This is especially…
By Rachel Lapidos
Dermatologists Share Why You Might Have Itchy Skin After Showering—And How To Alleviate the Itch ASAP
September 30, 2021
Dermatologists Share Why You Might Have Itchy Skin After Showering—And How To Alleviate the Itch ASAP
A shower should leave you so fresh and so clean… but so itchy? It’s possible,…
By Jessica Estrada
This Nutritional Index Scores Foods Based on Their Ability To Fight (Or Invite) Inflammation in the Body
September 30, 2021
This Nutritional Index Scores Foods Based on Their Ability To Fight (Or Invite) Inflammation in the Body
There's a lot of helpful intel crammed onto the inches that make up a food…
By Emily Laurence
‘I’m a Bladder Health Specialist, and These Are the Top 5 Foods and Drinks Linked to Causing Bladder Irritation'
September 30, 2021
‘I’m a Bladder Health Specialist, and These Are the Top 5 Foods and Drinks Linked to Causing Bladder Irritation'
Dealing with bladder irritation (which can manifest in the form of a urinary tract infection…
By Emily Laurence
Do You Sit on Public Toilet Seats To Pee? A Pelvic Floor Therapist, Infectious Disease Doctor, and Urologist Think You Should
September 29, 2021
Do You Sit on Public Toilet Seats To Pee? A Pelvic Floor Therapist, Infectious Disease Doctor, and Urologist Think You Should
TikTok is filled with questionable medical advice, but sometimes a viral post comes up from…
By Korin Miller
The People With the Best Gut Health Share This One Thing in Common
September 29, 2021
The People With the Best Gut Health Share This One Thing in Common
When your gut isn't happy about what you ate for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, it…
By Kells McPhillips
8 Surprising Signs of Bad Gut Health You Might Be Overlooking
September 29, 2021
8 Surprising Signs of Bad Gut Health You Might Be Overlooking
The importance of good gut health is preached on the reg, but knowing what is…
By Emily Laurence
Should You Be Drinking Protein Water? A Registered Dietitian Weighs In
September 29, 2021
Should You Be Drinking Protein Water? A Registered Dietitian Weighs In
It's human nature to want our foods and drinks to do The Most. It's why…
By Emily Laurence
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