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Répondez S'il Vous Plaît—But You Can't Come to the Party Unless You're Fully Vaccinated
May 13, 2021
Répondez S'il Vous Plaît—But You Can't Come to the Party Unless You're Fully Vaccinated
Jake Curtis just turned 36, and he's ready to celebrate. He throws a birthday party…
By Kara Jillian Brown
How the Biden Administration Is Working To Make Health Care More Accessible for Transgender Patients
May 13, 2021
How the Biden Administration Is Working To Make Health Care More Accessible for Transgender Patients
The Biden Administration is restoring protections that ensure transgender patients can access health care, the…
By Kara Jillian Brown
How India's COVID-19 Crisis Is Exposing the Country's Inequities in Health Care Access
May 13, 2021
How India's COVID-19 Crisis Is Exposing the Country's Inequities in Health Care Access
No good news can come from receiving a WhatsApp call in the middle of the…
By Roohi Sahajpal
10 Cute and Trusty Vaccination Card Holders, Because That's a Thing We Need Now
May 12, 2021
10 Cute and Trusty Vaccination Card Holders, Because That's a Thing We Need Now
In today's edition of "Things That Only Make Sense in 2021," everyone you know is…
By Allie Flinn
Your Teeth and Gums Are Begging You To Stop Brushing So Hard
May 12, 2021
Your Teeth and Gums Are Begging You To Stop Brushing So Hard
Whether we listen to our dentists or not, there is actually a correct way to…
By Francesca Krempa
5 Nutrient-Rich Summer Soups for Good Digestion
May 11, 2021
5 Nutrient-Rich Summer Soups for Good Digestion
Soup is an excellent choice for dinner any time of year. Yes, even in the…
By Emily Laurence
So, Your Family Won't Get Vaccinated: Here's How To Tell Them About Your Boundaries for IRL Visits
May 11, 2021
So, Your Family Won't Get Vaccinated: Here's How To Tell Them About Your Boundaries for IRL Visits
On April 19, President Joe Biden addressed the nation to declare, "Everybody is eligible, as…
By Isadora Baum
Dr. Fauci Says Seasonal Mask-Wearing Is Probably Here To Stay—And That's Good for Public Health
May 10, 2021
Dr. Fauci Says Seasonal Mask-Wearing Is Probably Here To Stay—And That's Good for Public Health
The pandemic has upended many aspects of what we previously considered to be "normal" life,…
By Erin Bunch
It's Time To Cool It With the Disinfectant—Soapy Water Is Enough To Clean Your Home
May 07, 2021
It's Time To Cool It With the Disinfectant—Soapy Water Is Enough To Clean Your Home
This time last year, stores couldn't keep disinfectants on the shelves as Americans did everything…
By Kara Jillian Brown
6 COVID-19 Vaccine Myths To Stop Believing Now, According to Infectious Disease Experts
May 07, 2021
6 COVID-19 Vaccine Myths To Stop Believing Now, According to Infectious Disease Experts
Over a year into the deadly COVID-19 pandemic, with record case numbers and death tolls…
By Kayla Hui
This Is What Vaccinated People Need To Know Now That Herd Immunity Is Unlikely
May 05, 2021
This Is What Vaccinated People Need To Know Now That Herd Immunity Is Unlikely
Earlier this week, the New York Times reported that scientists and public health officials have…
By Erin Bunch
The Right Way To Shave Your Butt, According to an Anal Surgeon
May 05, 2021
The Right Way To Shave Your Butt, According to an Anal Surgeon
So, you're here because you want to know how to shave your butt. Or maybe…
By Allie Flinn
Ritual Launched a New Protein Powder To Support You in Every Stage of Life
May 04, 2021
Ritual Launched a New Protein Powder To Support You in Every Stage of Life
Protein powder isn't just for professional athletes. It's great for those who like to train…
By Tamara Pridgett
This Summer Soup Recipe With Gut-Healthy Herbs Is Equal Parts Soothing and Delicious
May 04, 2021
This Summer Soup Recipe With Gut-Healthy Herbs Is Equal Parts Soothing and Delicious
When it comes to thinking about gut-healthy meals, it's easy to resort to the obvious,…
By Saanya Ali
How To Cut a Tricep-Burning Diamond Push-Up With Proper Form
May 03, 2021
How To Cut a Tricep-Burning Diamond Push-Up With Proper Form
Whatever advances have been made in fitness over the last 100 or so years, few…
By Erin Bunch
3 Pre-Bedtime Teas That Are Good for Your Gut
April 30, 2021
3 Pre-Bedtime Teas That Are Good for Your Gut
For most people, dinner is the biggest meal of the day. Breakfast and lunch are…
By Emily Laurence
Why Longevity Experts Say You Should Get in the Habit of Sitting on the Floor
April 30, 2021
Why Longevity Experts Say You Should Get in the Habit of Sitting on the Floor
Sitting on the floor may not be that comfortable, especially when compared with the relative…
By Erin Bunch
Supporting Your Skin’s Microbiome Is No Small Task—Here's Where To Start
April 30, 2021
Supporting Your Skin’s Microbiome Is No Small Task—Here's Where To Start
The next time you’re feeling lonely—and let’s be honest, it’s been an especially lonely year—consider…
By Kelsey Haywood Lucas
5 Ergonomic Desk Chairs on Sale at Wayfair That Your Back and Budget Will Thank You For
April 29, 2021
5 Ergonomic Desk Chairs on Sale at Wayfair That Your Back and Budget Will Thank You For
If you're still working from your bed or couch over a year into working from…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The 3 Most Important Reasons Not To Skip Your Second Dose of the COVID-19 Vaccine
April 28, 2021
The 3 Most Important Reasons Not To Skip Your Second Dose of the COVID-19 Vaccine
To date, more than 142 million adults in the United States have received at least…
By Erin Bunch
The CDC Says You Don't Need To Wear a Mask Outdoors (If You're Fully Vaccinated)
April 27, 2021
The CDC Says You Don't Need To Wear a Mask Outdoors (If You're Fully Vaccinated)
Good news for those of us longing for some semblance of life before the phrase…
By Allie Flinn
This Is How To Stimulate Your Own Pressure Points for Tension Relief, According to an Integrative Medical Specialist
April 27, 2021
This Is How To Stimulate Your Own Pressure Points for Tension Relief, According to an Integrative Medical Specialist
Few things are more relaxing than getting a massage. Whether that means a doe-eyed plea…
By Saanya Ali
Stress Management Is About More Than Relaxation—It Changes Your Body on a Cellular Level
April 26, 2021
Stress Management Is About More Than Relaxation—It Changes Your Body on a Cellular Level
People who manage stress sleep better, get sick less often, and maintain a healthier gut.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Think You Can't Do a Push-Up? This 4-Step Progression Is for Every Body
April 24, 2021
Think You Can't Do a Push-Up? This 4-Step Progression Is for Every Body
Meg Boggs didn't think she'd ever be able to do a push-up. In fact, trainers…
By Erin Bunch
You're Not Imagining It: Allergy Season Is Longer and More Severe—Here's How To Deal
April 23, 2021
You're Not Imagining It: Allergy Season Is Longer and More Severe—Here's How To Deal
Allergy season is getting longer and more potent. If you're thinking your allergies are worse…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Itching for a Nighttime Snack? Here's What You Need To Know About Eating Before Bed
April 22, 2021
Itching for a Nighttime Snack? Here's What You Need To Know About Eating Before Bed
Bedtime snacks are one of life's greatest pleasures. There's something so satisfying about, say, a…
By Erin Bunch
This Is When Your Kids Will Be Eligible for the COVID-19 Vaccine
April 22, 2021
This Is When Your Kids Will Be Eligible for the COVID-19 Vaccine
To say parenting through the COVID-19 pandemic has been a challenge is an understatement. And…
By Erin Bunch
5 Favorite Exercises of the Longest-Living People in the World
April 21, 2021
5 Favorite Exercises of the Longest-Living People in the World
In the United States, the average life expectancy is 79 years. It's only natural, then,…
By Emily Laurence
The Sneaky Drink You Should Sip To Soothe Your Seasonal Allergies
April 20, 2021
The Sneaky Drink You Should Sip To Soothe Your Seasonal Allergies
As soon there's even a hint of springtime, I start my day with a nasal…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The Happiest Year of Life Happens in Your 30s—Here's Why
April 20, 2021
The Happiest Year of Life Happens in Your 30s—Here's Why
For decades, the narrative has been that your younger years are your happiest. That there's…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Can Bringing Your Morning Coffee Into the Bathroom Get You Sick?
April 20, 2021
Can Bringing Your Morning Coffee Into the Bathroom Get You Sick?
The older I get, the more I realize the majority of my habits are inherited…
By Ashley Lauretta
Why You Should Always Take a Warm Shower Before Bed
April 16, 2021
Why You Should Always Take a Warm Shower Before Bed
Taking a warm shower before bed washes all of the day's stress down the drain.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Unraveling the Tangled Web of QAnon Conspiracies and Wellness Devotees: An Interview With 'Conspirituality' Podcast Host Matthew Remski
April 15, 2021
Unraveling the Tangled Web of QAnon Conspiracies and Wellness Devotees: An Interview With 'Conspirituality' Podcast Host Matthew Remski
When reporting for an article earlier this year about how fringe segments of the wellness world…
By Erin Bunch
Toothpaste Tablets Are the Low-Waste Travel-Friendly Alternatives to Tubes
April 15, 2021
Toothpaste Tablets Are the Low-Waste Travel-Friendly Alternatives to Tubes
There's a lot of room for improvement when to comes to toothpaste packaging. Squeezing tubes…
By Kara Jillian Brown
How Effective Are Air Purifiers at Keeping You from Getting Sick? We Called an Epidemiologist To Find Out
April 14, 2021
How Effective Are Air Purifiers at Keeping You from Getting Sick? We Called an Epidemiologist To Find Out
Air purifiers were all the rage before COVID-19 came into our lives, and for good…
By Erin Bunch
Norma Kamali Has Decade-by-Decade Advice for Aging *Incredibly* Well
April 14, 2021
Norma Kamali Has Decade-by-Decade Advice for Aging *Incredibly* Well
Back when I turned 19, my mother told me, "Happy birthday, Norma! It's all downhill…
By Norma Kamali
‘I’m a Functional Medicine Doctor, and This Is the Most Common Sleep Problem Among My Patients’
April 12, 2021
‘I’m a Functional Medicine Doctor, and This Is the Most Common Sleep Problem Among My Patients’
If you're the kind of person who drifts off to sleep easily and wakes up…
By Emily Laurence
'I'm an Epidemiologist, and This Is How Long You're Protected by the COVID-19 Vaccines'
April 12, 2021
'I'm an Epidemiologist, and This Is How Long You're Protected by the COVID-19 Vaccines'
Few things have felt as hopeful in the past year as the photos currently flooding…
By Erin Bunch
Nyssa's Self-Check Mirror Lets You—You Guessed It—Take an Easy Look At Your Bits, So I Tried It
April 09, 2021
Nyssa's Self-Check Mirror Lets You—You Guessed It—Take an Easy Look At Your Bits, So I Tried It
Every vulva-owning person remembers the first time they took a look down there with a…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Why Addressing Health-Care Disparities Starts With Language
April 08, 2021
Why Addressing Health-Care Disparities Starts With Language
Good health is more than just physical—it also includes the simple components of day-to-day life…
By Joanne Armstrong, MD, MPH
'I'm a Chiropractor, and These Are the Surprising Tools You Need To Stretch Your Own Back'
April 06, 2021
'I'm a Chiropractor, and These Are the Surprising Tools You Need To Stretch Your Own Back'
You might carry an unbearable amount of tension in your back, whether you're strained from…
By Mary Grace Garis
Up to 98% of Eating Disorder Survivors Have Gut-Health Issues, But Treating Them Requires Extra Care
April 06, 2021
Up to 98% of Eating Disorder Survivors Have Gut-Health Issues, But Treating Them Requires Extra Care
Eating disorders (EDs) are complicated; recovery, even more so. Not only can they be difficult…
By Tonya Russell
The 'Plant for Peace' Is a Common Herb Often Overlooked for Treating Stress
April 05, 2021
The 'Plant for Peace' Is a Common Herb Often Overlooked for Treating Stress
When asked what the most relaxing scent it, it's pretty instinctual to say "lavender." It's…
By Saanya Ali
Everything To Know About Liposomal Vitamins... Including If They're Legit
April 05, 2021
Everything To Know About Liposomal Vitamins... Including If They're Legit
In general, I'm a skeptic when it comes to supplements. I've clicked on too many…
By Emily Laurence
Alcohol and Sleep Problems Don't Have to Mix if You Do These 3 Things
April 03, 2021
Alcohol and Sleep Problems Don't Have to Mix if You Do These 3 Things
Science shows that alcohol and sleep problems go hand in hand. Issues like insomnia, excessive…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The One Product Paris Hilton Swears By for Relieving Stress and Getting Better Sleep
April 02, 2021
The One Product Paris Hilton Swears By for Relieving Stress and Getting Better Sleep
In her 2002 book, Confessions of an Heiress, Paris Hilton shared a list of rules she lives…
By Zoe Weiner
Eating Cereal for Breakfast Isn't Doing You Any Favors—Here's Why
April 01, 2021
Eating Cereal for Breakfast Isn't Doing You Any Favors—Here's Why
Sometimes it feels like the only reasons to get out of bed in the morning…
By Allie Flinn
In My Life and Work, I'm Guided by the Energy of Two Powerful Women: My Mother and Harriet Tubman
March 31, 2021
In My Life and Work, I'm Guided by the Energy of Two Powerful Women: My Mother and Harriet Tubman
Each month, I set intentions around a theme that reflects my internal values and align…
By Latham Thomas
Pfizer Says Its Vaccine Is 100% Effective in Children—Here's What That Means for the Next School Year
March 31, 2021
Pfizer Says Its Vaccine Is 100% Effective in Children—Here's What That Means for the Next School Year
New clinical trial results of the Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine show that it's greatly effective…
By Erin Bunch
Bystander Intervention Training Teaches You What To Do If You Witness an Attack
March 31, 2021
Bystander Intervention Training Teaches You What To Do If You Witness an Attack
On Monday, in broad daylight near New York City's Times Square, a man brutally attached…
By Kara Jillian Brown
'I'm a Gyno, and Here Are 3 Sure-Fire Signs That It's Time To Change Your Underwear'
March 31, 2021
'I'm a Gyno, and Here Are 3 Sure-Fire Signs That It's Time To Change Your Underwear'
There are certain "dirty girl" habits that are universally accepted as being totally fine—like skipping…
By Zoe Weiner
Skipping Just *One Day* of Brushing Your Teeth Is a Big Mistake
March 30, 2021
Skipping Just *One Day* of Brushing Your Teeth Is a Big Mistake
Hygiene during the pandemic is strange. You wash your hands like you're preparing to perform…
By Allie Flinn
13 Answers to FAQs About the Second Dose of COVID-19 Vaccines
March 30, 2021
13 Answers to FAQs About the Second Dose of COVID-19 Vaccines
For many people, getting the second dose of a COVID-19 vaccine is incredibly exciting. But…
By Erin Bunch
Do You Really Need To Throw Out Your Underwear After 6 Months? An OB/GYN Weighs In
March 30, 2021
Do You Really Need To Throw Out Your Underwear After 6 Months? An OB/GYN Weighs In
I have underwear that—much like the ancient city of Rome—have seen the rise and fall…
By Mary Grace Garis
This Is What You Need To Know About the Inevitable 'Vaccine Passports'
March 29, 2021
This Is What You Need To Know About the Inevitable 'Vaccine Passports'
As the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccines ramps up around the world, a new type…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Eucalyptus Oil Is the Ultimate Multitasker—Here Are 4 Ways You Can Use It Every Day
March 29, 2021
Eucalyptus Oil Is the Ultimate Multitasker—Here Are 4 Ways You Can Use It Every Day
When thinking about eucalyptus, it's easy for your brain to skip back to kindergarten fun…
By Saanya Ali
Sharing AirPods Is Basically the Same As Sharing a Toothbrush… If Sharing a Toothbrush Could Give You an Ear Infection
March 29, 2021
Sharing AirPods Is Basically the Same As Sharing a Toothbrush… If Sharing a Toothbrush Could Give You an Ear Infection
While watching the recently premiered Netflix flick Moxie, I spotted a tried-and-true rom-com trope: the…
By Mary Grace Garis
OK TMI: How Gross Is It That I Don't Wash My Sheets After Sex?
March 29, 2021
OK TMI: How Gross Is It That I Don't Wash My Sheets After Sex?
It makes sense, theoretically, why someone wouldn't change their sheets after having sex. After a…
By Mary Grace Garis
A Letter of Thanks to Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett, the Scientific Lead of the NIH's Coronavirus Vaccine Program
March 29, 2021
A Letter of Thanks to Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett, the Scientific Lead of the NIH's Coronavirus Vaccine Program
Dear Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett, Without exaggeration, I can say that you have become one my…
By Tiffany Onyejiaka
What To Know About the Autoimmune Protocol, the Eating Plan Designed To Support People With Chronic Illness
March 26, 2021
What To Know About the Autoimmune Protocol, the Eating Plan Designed To Support People With Chronic Illness
For many people, there's a direct relationship between what you eat and how you feel.…
By Emily Laurence
'I'm a Gastroenterologist, and This Is What Happens When You Cut Added Sugar'
March 26, 2021
'I'm a Gastroenterologist, and This Is What Happens When You Cut Added Sugar'
Doctors and dietitians may have debates about the health benefits of meat, carbs, or caffeine,…
By Emily Laurence
Assistant Health Secretary Rachel Levine Is Simply the Best Person for Job—Here's Why
March 25, 2021
Assistant Health Secretary Rachel Levine Is Simply the Best Person for Job—Here's Why
The United States Senate voted Wednesday to confirm former Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Rachel Levine,…
By Erin Bunch
6 Period Sex Products That'll Get You in the Flow for a Mess-Free, Feel-Good Time
March 24, 2021
6 Period Sex Products That'll Get You in the Flow for a Mess-Free, Feel-Good Time
If the main reason you never consider having period sex is because the act can…
By Mary Grace Garis
No, Your Children Aren't Already 'Basically Vaccinated' Against COVID-19
March 24, 2021
No, Your Children Aren't Already 'Basically Vaccinated' Against COVID-19
Children only account for 11.7 of COVID-19 cases and less than 0.2 percent of related…
By Kara Jillian Brown
COVID-19 Survivor's Guilt Is Coming, If It's Not Already Here
March 22, 2021
COVID-19 Survivor's Guilt Is Coming, If It's Not Already Here
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, Kyle Zrenchik, PhD, LMFT, appears to be doing well. As a…
By Katherine McLaughlin
We Can, And Should, Start Healing From Our Pandemic-Related Trauma
March 19, 2021
We Can, And Should, Start Healing From Our Pandemic-Related Trauma
This past year has been extremely difficult. Whether we realize it or not, most of…
By Gia Miller
Does Apple Cider Vinegar Actually Help With Digestion? Here's What a G.I. Doc Has To Say
March 18, 2021
Does Apple Cider Vinegar Actually Help With Digestion? Here's What a G.I. Doc Has To Say
If you know someone who was into wellness before it was "cool," there's a very…
By Emily Laurence
In Well+Good’s *Very First* Podcast, Jessamyn Stanley, Kristen Bell, and Rachel Ricketts Talk Wellness... With 'Less of the BS'
March 17, 2021
In Well+Good’s *Very First* Podcast, Jessamyn Stanley, Kristen Bell, and Rachel Ricketts Talk Wellness... With 'Less of the BS'
The global wellness industry is worth over $4.5 trillion—that’s a lot of skin-care products, yoga…
By Abbey Stone
Why It's So Important To Prioritize Sleep After You Get the COVID-19 Vaccine
March 16, 2021
Why It's So Important To Prioritize Sleep After You Get the COVID-19 Vaccine
Research suggests that lack of sleep makes you more susceptible to viral infections. Conversely, getting…
By Kara Jillian Brown
'I'm an IBS Dietitian and These Are My Top 5 Tips for Dealing With Flare-Ups'
March 16, 2021
'I'm an IBS Dietitian and These Are My Top 5 Tips for Dealing With Flare-Ups'
One of the absolute worst parts of having irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is navigating flare-ups,…
By Emily Laurence
Needing To Pee Is One of the Most Common Causes of Sleep Loss—Here’s How To Fix It, According to a Urologist
March 16, 2021
Needing To Pee Is One of the Most Common Causes of Sleep Loss—Here’s How To Fix It, According to a Urologist
Sleep is so vital to health that losing it consistently can contribute to mental health…
By Erin Bunch
Can You Masturbate Your Way Out of Period Cramps? A Doctor and Sexuality Expert Advise
March 15, 2021
Can You Masturbate Your Way Out of Period Cramps? A Doctor and Sexuality Expert Advise
If you're of the mind that masturbating during your period—or menstrubation—isn't likely to yield much…
By Mary Grace Garis
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