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The First Semester of College During a Pandemic Is Surprising Civilized—But Is That Good?
October 24, 2020
The First Semester of College During a Pandemic Is Surprising Civilized—But Is That Good?
What I remember most about my first month at college is a foam party—you know,…
By Erin Bunch
What Doctors Really Mean When They Say COVID-19 Is Most Likely 'Endemic'
October 23, 2020
What Doctors Really Mean When They Say COVID-19 Is Most Likely 'Endemic'
On Tuesday, the United Kingdom's government chief scientific adviser, Sir Patrick Vallance, stated plainly his…
By Kells McPhillips
5 Exercises That Fortify the Cartilage in Your Knees, According to a Physical Therapist
October 22, 2020
5 Exercises That Fortify the Cartilage in Your Knees, According to a Physical Therapist
Fitness experts spend a lot of time talking about strengthening your muscles and protecting your…
By Kells McPhillips
Even the Author of That Viral Study Says Mouthwash Does *Not* Protect You From COVID-19
October 22, 2020
Even the Author of That Viral Study Says Mouthwash Does *Not* Protect You From COVID-19
Reports that mouthwash has the power protect you from the coronavirus are overblown, say scientists.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
You're Probably Not Changing Your Underwear Often Enough, According to an OB/GYN
October 22, 2020
You're Probably Not Changing Your Underwear Often Enough, According to an OB/GYN
Maybe you forgot to pack an extra pair of underwear in your gym bag or…
By Mary Grace Garis
Your Skeleton Replaces Itself Every 10 Years—Here's What You Can Do Now To Protect Your Bones for Life
October 22, 2020
Your Skeleton Replaces Itself Every 10 Years—Here's What You Can Do Now To Protect Your Bones for Life
Modern bones are struggling a bit with increasingly sedentary lifestyles, says Matthew T. Drake, MD,…
By Erin Bunch
When Will the Pandemic End? Answers From an Epidemiologist
October 22, 2020
When Will the Pandemic End? Answers From an Epidemiologist
Remember thinking COVID-19 might disrupt our lives for a few weeks? Seems like a distant…
By Kara Jillian Brown
These Are the 5 Biggest Gut Health Mistakes People Make, According to Gastroenterologists
October 22, 2020
These Are the 5 Biggest Gut Health Mistakes People Make, According to Gastroenterologists
Even if you've just tipped a baby toe into the wellness scene, chances are you've…
By Emily Laurence
How To Self-Assess Proper Neck Rotation In 2 Easy Steps (And Practice To Make Yours Better)
October 21, 2020
How To Self-Assess Proper Neck Rotation In 2 Easy Steps (And Practice To Make Yours Better)
You might not think much about proper neck rotation if you're not experiencing pain at…
By Tehrene Firman
'I’m a Walking Coach and These Are My Best 7 Tips for Fitting More Steps Into Each Day'
October 21, 2020
'I’m a Walking Coach and These Are My Best 7 Tips for Fitting More Steps Into Each Day'
Is it just me, or has logging those 10,000 steps felt at least 10,000 times…
By Kells McPhillips
I'm a Nurse—And This Is How the Election Will Impact My Life
October 20, 2020
I'm a Nurse—And This Is How the Election Will Impact My Life
Vote like your life depends on it. For many, this isn’t just a rousing call…
By Kara-Marie Hall, RN
This Is *Exactly* What Happens to Your Teeth and Gums If You Never Floss
October 20, 2020
This Is *Exactly* What Happens to Your Teeth and Gums If You Never Floss
Flossing regularly is a really important step if you’re interested in keeping your teeth, you…
By Mary Grace Garis
How Wellness Resorts Are Adjusting Their Protocols During the Pandemic
October 20, 2020
How Wellness Resorts Are Adjusting Their Protocols During the Pandemic
Remember the days when common travel concerns were limited to relatively benign headaches like time-zone…
By Claire Stern
Everything You Need To Know About WAP, Vaginal Dryness, and Arousal, According to Experts
October 19, 2020
Everything You Need To Know About WAP, Vaginal Dryness, and Arousal, According to Experts
Over the summer, Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion blessed the world by dropping the…
By Jamie LeClaire
5 Cardiologist-Favorite Walking Workouts for Heart Health
October 19, 2020
5 Cardiologist-Favorite Walking Workouts for Heart Health
Walking is one of the best low-impact workouts you can do to improve your overall…
By Kara Jillian Brown
This Is Exactly How To Avoid Cricking Your Neck While You Sleep, According to a Chiropractor
October 18, 2020
This Is Exactly How To Avoid Cricking Your Neck While You Sleep, According to a Chiropractor
Do you ever wake up in the morning with a stiff neck? Your preferred sleeping…
By Tehrene Firman
New Startups and Innovations Are Starting To Give Migraine Sufferers the Care—And Treatment—They Deserve
October 16, 2020
New Startups and Innovations Are Starting To Give Migraine Sufferers the Care—And Treatment—They Deserve
Migraines affect about 39 million Americans, yet many who suffer from them feel their symptoms…
By Colleen De Bellefonds
'I'm a Chiropractor, and These Are the 3 Stretches I Do Every Morning'
October 16, 2020
'I'm a Chiropractor, and These Are the 3 Stretches I Do Every Morning'
To start you day off right, a chiropractor says you should give your body a…
By Tehrene Firman
There's Been a 63% Decrease in Breast Cancer Screenings During the Pandemic—And Doctors Are Concerned
October 16, 2020
There's Been a 63% Decrease in Breast Cancer Screenings During the Pandemic—And Doctors Are Concerned
One of the many troubling side effects of the COVID-19 pandemic is that it's made…
By Emily Laurence
For the Latinx Community, Social Stressors and Intergenerational Trauma Negatively Impact Health—And My Family Is No Exception
October 16, 2020
For the Latinx Community, Social Stressors and Intergenerational Trauma Negatively Impact Health—And My Family Is No Exception
I was never able to meet my grandmother or my uncle on my mother’s side.…
By Carmella de los Angeles Guiol
4 Wet Wipe Alternatives That Are So Much Better for Your Butt
October 15, 2020
4 Wet Wipe Alternatives That Are So Much Better for Your Butt
Toilet paper doesn't always feel like enough to get clean after pooping. And while wet…
By Kara Jillian Brown
'I'm a Cardiologist, and This Is the Heart-Healthy Food I Eat Every Single Day'
October 15, 2020
'I'm a Cardiologist, and This Is the Heart-Healthy Food I Eat Every Single Day'
There are a lot of complex factors that can impact heart health—like genetics and smoking…
By Isadora Baum
This Is What Happens to Your Body If You Never Stretch
October 15, 2020
This Is What Happens to Your Body If You Never Stretch
There are two types of people in this world: Those who never stretch and those…
By Kells McPhillips
How Americans Really Feel About Abortion Rights in the Year 2020
October 14, 2020
How Americans Really Feel About Abortion Rights in the Year 2020
One key question dominated news coverage after the recent passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth…
By Jessie Van Amburg
This 4x4 Workout Structure for Longevity Provides Short Bursts of 'Good Stress'
October 14, 2020
This 4x4 Workout Structure for Longevity Provides Short Bursts of 'Good Stress'
Any and all exercise helps to improve your longevity; however, a new study published in…
By Erin Bunch
Your Guide To Living a 'Normal' (But Safe) Life Right Now, According to a Top ER Doctor
October 14, 2020
Your Guide To Living a 'Normal' (But Safe) Life Right Now, According to a Top ER Doctor
If I could sum up the year 2020 in one phrase, it would be "garbage…
By Jessie Van Amburg
6 Ways To Use Heat To Banish Painful Sex and Make Pleasure…Hotter
October 14, 2020
6 Ways To Use Heat To Banish Painful Sex and Make Pleasure…Hotter
Hot. *Fire emoji*. Smokin'. Heat-conjuring words are often called upon to describe good sex, but…
By Gabrielle Kassel
OK, TMI: Why Does Pregnancy Make You So Freaking Constipated?
October 13, 2020
OK, TMI: Why Does Pregnancy Make You So Freaking Constipated?
There are some pregnancy symptoms everyone talks about, like having to pee way more than…
By Emily Laurence
Today Is *The Day* To Buy Apple AirPods Pro and Other Noise-Cancelling Headphones
October 13, 2020
Today Is *The Day* To Buy Apple AirPods Pro and Other Noise-Cancelling Headphones
If I could afford to give every 9-to-5 worker a gift right this minute, I…
By Kells McPhillips
This Is the Motivational Water Bottle Tia Mowry Swears By for Proper Hydration
October 12, 2020
This Is the Motivational Water Bottle Tia Mowry Swears By for Proper Hydration
Drinking enough water feels beyond difficult if you're not tracking your intake or really mindful…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Your Doctor Might Recommend the High-Dose Flu Vaccine This Year—Here's How It's Different
October 12, 2020
Your Doctor Might Recommend the High-Dose Flu Vaccine This Year—Here's How It's Different
Between 2018 and 2019, the flu vaccine prevented an estimated 4.4 million flu illnesses and…
By Kells McPhillips
Got the 'Period Flu?' Here's an OB/GYN's Quick Guide to PMS
October 11, 2020
Got the 'Period Flu?' Here's an OB/GYN's Quick Guide to PMS
Every month, an estimated 75 percent of people with uteruses experience premenstrual syndrome (better known…
By Kells McPhillips
6 Common Mistakes To Avoid When Cleaning Your Sex Toys, According to Sexologists
October 09, 2020
6 Common Mistakes To Avoid When Cleaning Your Sex Toys, According to Sexologists
Like doing laundry and loading the dishwasher correctly, cleaning sex toys is a necessary skill…
By Mary Grace Garis
6 Balance Exercises for Seniors That Will Keep You Loose and Limber as You Age
October 08, 2020
6 Balance Exercises for Seniors That Will Keep You Loose and Limber as You Age
For many able-bodied folks, balance can be taken for granted once you grow past the…
By Emily Laurence
Why Breast Self-Exams Are No Longer the Gold Standard of Breast Cancer Prevention
October 08, 2020
Why Breast Self-Exams Are No Longer the Gold Standard of Breast Cancer Prevention
I still remember my very first visit to the gynecologist in high school. Right above…
By Emily Laurence
OK TMI: Should I Be Worried About Being, Ahem, Too Tight After a Serious Sex Draught
October 08, 2020
OK TMI: Should I Be Worried About Being, Ahem, Too Tight After a Serious Sex Draught
I bruised my vagina the other day. The specifics are unimportant (or, more accurately, information…
By Mary Grace Garis
Trump Says 'Don't Be Afraid of COVID-19.' But Do You Honestly Think You'd Get the Same Level of Care?
October 08, 2020
Trump Says 'Don't Be Afraid of COVID-19.' But Do You Honestly Think You'd Get the Same Level of Care?
When President Donald Trump was diagnosed with COVID-19 last week, the measures taken for his…
By Kara Jillian Brown
We're Giving Away a Serious Kosas Beauty Haul, and You Don't Want To Miss It
October 08, 2020
We're Giving Away a Serious Kosas Beauty Haul, and You Don't Want To Miss It
At Well+Good, we love to be your go-tos, keeping you up to date on everything…
By Rachel Lapidos
Why Experts Believe Cultural Humility Is Key to Better Addressing Racial Health Disparities
October 07, 2020
Why Experts Believe Cultural Humility Is Key to Better Addressing Racial Health Disparities
Public health researcher Jennifer McGee-Avila, MPH, who works with the François-Xavier Bagnoud Center in Newark,…
By Nina Bahadur
These Chiropractor-Approved Laptop Stands Are a Dream-Come-True for Aching Wrists and Necks
October 07, 2020
These Chiropractor-Approved Laptop Stands Are a Dream-Come-True for Aching Wrists and Necks
Whether you're working at a desk, the kitchen table, or your couch, there's a good…
By Tehrene Firman
What It's Like To Fight COVID-19 at the Same Time as Trump
October 07, 2020
What It's Like To Fight COVID-19 at the Same Time as Trump
I was five days into my COVID-19 diagnosis—about nine days into self-imposed isolation and freshly…
By Nadia-Elysse Harris
A Pulmonologist Says You Should Start Paying Attention To *This* Metric on Your Apple Watch
October 07, 2020
A Pulmonologist Says You Should Start Paying Attention To *This* Metric on Your Apple Watch
Since the Apple Watch launched in 2015, the device's heart metrics have been touted as…
By Kells McPhillips
Can a Food-Tracking App Ever Be Truly ‘Anti-Diet?’ Not All Experts Are Convinced
October 06, 2020
Can a Food-Tracking App Ever Be Truly ‘Anti-Diet?’ Not All Experts Are Convinced
As of 2019, over 318,000 health apps were available for download on app stores worldwide.…
By Kells McPhillips
'I'm a Cardiologist, and This Is What People in Their 20s and 30s Get Wrong About Heart Health'
October 06, 2020
'I'm a Cardiologist, and This Is What People in Their 20s and 30s Get Wrong About Heart Health'
For most people, heart issues don't start cropping up until one reaches their fifties or…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Here's How Mike Pence's Views and Policies Affect Your Well-Being
October 06, 2020
Here's How Mike Pence's Views and Policies Affect Your Well-Being
You'd be remiss to disregard the vice president as a decorative position or simply as…
By Erin Bunch
CDC Ranks 13 Autumn and Thanksgiving Traditions by Risk of Exposure to COVID-19
October 05, 2020
CDC Ranks 13 Autumn and Thanksgiving Traditions by Risk of Exposure to COVID-19
Not to state the obvious, but the holidays won't look the same this year. The…
By Kara Jillian Brown
'I'm a Chiropractor and These Are the Most Common Work-From-Home Problems I See'
October 04, 2020
'I'm a Chiropractor and These Are the Most Common Work-From-Home Problems I See'
We were two months into the pandemic when a 10 minute video went viral among…
By Emily Laurence
An OB/GYN Is Begging People To Stop Wasting Money on These 3 Products
October 03, 2020
An OB/GYN Is Begging People To Stop Wasting Money on These 3 Products
This being 2020 and not 1992, we're fortunately way past the point where people are…
By Emily Laurence
Some Airlines Offer COVID-19 Tests Before You Fly—But That Doesn't Make Your Flight 100% Safe
October 01, 2020
Some Airlines Offer COVID-19 Tests Before You Fly—But That Doesn't Make Your Flight 100% Safe
In the year 2020, responsible travel has taken on a brand-new meaning. Wearing your mask…
By Kells McPhillips
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend's Openness After the Loss of a Child Gives Space for Others To Grieve
October 01, 2020
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend's Openness After the Loss of a Child Gives Space for Others To Grieve
As an author and entrepreneur known for her candid musings both on Instagram and Twitter,…
By Rachel Lapidos
The U.S. Army's New Strategy for Success Includes 'Aggressive Napping'—And Yours Should, Too
October 01, 2020
The U.S. Army's New Strategy for Success Includes 'Aggressive Napping'—And Yours Should, Too
Soldiers in the U.S. Army are capable of physical feats most couldn't even comprehend, but…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Here's How Donald Trump's Perspectives and Policies Impact Your Well-Being
October 01, 2020
Here's How Donald Trump's Perspectives and Policies Impact Your Well-Being
Part of the wellness ethos is believing that individuals can, to some degree, control their…
By Erin Bunch
Paola Mendoza Has Told Thousands of Stories in Her Career—And in 2020, She Wants You To Hear This One
October 01, 2020
Paola Mendoza Has Told Thousands of Stories in Her Career—And in 2020, She Wants You To Hear This One
Paola Mendoza has spent her career telling stories—on paper, on the screen, in the streets.…
By Kells McPhillips
Black Women Aren't More Likely To Get Breast Cancer, but They Are More Likely To Die From It
October 01, 2020
Black Women Aren't More Likely To Get Breast Cancer, but They Are More Likely To Die From It
Breast cancer affects one in eight women in the United States. It's one of the…
By Emily Laurence
Why Eating Enough Protein Is Key to Healthy Aging
October 01, 2020
Why Eating Enough Protein Is Key to Healthy Aging
We know that protein is such an important part of our diets. It helps us…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Taylor Camille's 'Beyond Our Cells' Podcast Sheds Light on the Invisible Illnesses All Around Us
September 30, 2020
Taylor Camille's 'Beyond Our Cells' Podcast Sheds Light on the Invisible Illnesses All Around Us
An estimated 157 million Americans live with some form of chronic disease—aka a physical or…
By Emily Laurence
This Dentist-Approved Refillable Floss Pick Finally Got Me To Floss Regularly—And It's More Sustainable
September 30, 2020
This Dentist-Approved Refillable Floss Pick Finally Got Me To Floss Regularly—And It's More Sustainable
The only time my teeth get a proper floss is at my annual cleanings. Not…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Change in Season Can Definitely Affect Sleep—Here's How To Set Yourself Up for Shut-Eye Success
September 30, 2020
Change in Season Can Definitely Affect Sleep—Here's How To Set Yourself Up for Shut-Eye Success
On the surface, it seems like the seasonal transition from summer to fall provides all…
By Emily Laurence
Acknowledging His Son's Addiction, Joe Biden Delivered the Most Human Moment at Last Night's Debate
September 30, 2020
Acknowledging His Son's Addiction, Joe Biden Delivered the Most Human Moment at Last Night's Debate
At Tuesday night's presidential debate (the first of three scheduled before the election on November…
By Kells McPhillips
Here's How To Make Sure Every Person in Your Family Gets a Flu Vaccine This Year
September 29, 2020
Here's How To Make Sure Every Person in Your Family Gets a Flu Vaccine This Year
With COVID-19 dominating the headlines, you might have put off your season flu shot. But…
By Tehrene Firman
'I'm a Ballet Teacher, and This Is How To Correct 3 Common Posture Mistakes'
September 29, 2020
'I'm a Ballet Teacher, and This Is How To Correct 3 Common Posture Mistakes'
Ballet dancers have achieved a new level of good posture. It's not just something they…
By Tehrene Firman
How Well Does Your Spine Move? Take This Quick Mobility Test To Find Out
September 28, 2020
How Well Does Your Spine Move? Take This Quick Mobility Test To Find Out
Day to day, your spine might seem like it's in pretty good shape. You might…
By Tehrene Firman
6 Ways Your Armpits Can Clue You In On Your Overall Health
September 28, 2020
6 Ways Your Armpits Can Clue You In On Your Overall Health
Armpits aren't exactly sexy. There certainly aren't articles in fashion magazines giving you tips on…
By Emily Laurence
Here's Exactly How Federal Tax Dollars Are Used To Improve Your Well-Being
September 28, 2020
Here's Exactly How Federal Tax Dollars Are Used To Improve Your Well-Being
Seven hundred fifty dollars. That's how much self-proclaimed billionaire President Donald J. Trump paid in…
By Erin Bunch
The 2020 Election Will Absolutely Affect Your Well-Being: Here's What's At Stake in 4 Key Areas
September 28, 2020
The 2020 Election Will Absolutely Affect Your Well-Being: Here's What's At Stake in 4 Key Areas
A letter from the editor: Most simply, wellness is the active pursuit of good health.…
By Jill Filipovic
3 Reasons to Consider Wearing a Respirator, According to an MD
September 28, 2020
3 Reasons to Consider Wearing a Respirator, According to an MD
If 2020 has taught us anything, it's that facial coverings aren't going anywhere anytime soon.…
By Well+Good Editors
What Urologists Want You To Know About Having a Healthy Bladder in Your 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, and Beyond
September 26, 2020
What Urologists Want You To Know About Having a Healthy Bladder in Your 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, and Beyond
Due to an ex-boyfriend who took the concept of "just in case" peeing (aka peeing…
By Allie Flinn
The Affordable Care Act Protects 2 Million People From 'Catastrophic' Medical Debt Every Year
September 25, 2020
The Affordable Care Act Protects 2 Million People From 'Catastrophic' Medical Debt Every Year
New research shows that the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare, has protected…
By Erin Bunch
So You’re Ready For In-Person Dating? Here’s How To Do It Safely
September 25, 2020
So You’re Ready For In-Person Dating? Here’s How To Do It Safely
For those interested in dating during the pandemic, offerings made available by various apps to…
By Jessica Poitevien
Scientists Believe COVID-19 Is Airborne—Here's What That Means
September 24, 2020
Scientists Believe COVID-19 Is Airborne—Here's What That Means
Since COVID-19 cases ramped up in early 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) has reported…
By Kells McPhillips
A Surprising Side Effect of Bad Posture? Tooth Damage
September 23, 2020
A Surprising Side Effect of Bad Posture? Tooth Damage
We're in a cracked tooth epidemic. And it would be easy to call out stress…
By Mary Grace Garis
This Incredibly Common Fiber Mistake Makes You Farty and Sad
September 23, 2020
This Incredibly Common Fiber Mistake Makes You Farty and Sad
Only 5 percent of Americans are getting enough fiber in their diet, which is one…
By Erin Bunch
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