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Okay, For Real—Is a Sonic Toothbrush Really Better Than a Regular One? I Tried It To Find Out
August 20, 2020
Okay, For Real—Is a Sonic Toothbrush Really Better Than a Regular One? I Tried It To Find Out
In my lifetime, the only habit I've held onto longer than learning the lyrics to…
By Erin Flynn
7 Benefits of Sleeping Naked That Will Make You Want To Snooze in the Buff Every Night
August 19, 2020
7 Benefits of Sleeping Naked That Will Make You Want To Snooze in the Buff Every Night
Sleep—is there anything better? It recharges us, essentially allowing us to be functioning humans. The…
By Jessica Estrada
Why Time—Not Just Money—Needs To Be Part of the Conversation About How To Make Wellness More Accessible
August 19, 2020
Why Time—Not Just Money—Needs To Be Part of the Conversation About How To Make Wellness More Accessible
In an ideal world, digital media entrepreneur Amber Nash would love to go to therapy…
By Erin Magner
6 Free Online Health and Fitness Courses for People Over 60
August 19, 2020
6 Free Online Health and Fitness Courses for People Over 60
Your health needs change as you age. From dietary guidelines to the most relevant types…
By Kara Jillian Brown
'I'm a Cosmetic Dentist, and This Is How To Get Your Teeth To Really Sparkle'
August 19, 2020
'I'm a Cosmetic Dentist, and This Is How To Get Your Teeth To Really Sparkle'
In our quest for a a gleaming smile, you've probably wondered whether at-home whitening strips…
By Tehrene Firman
New Database Explains If Your Medication Is Safe To Take During and After Pregnancy
August 18, 2020
New Database Explains If Your Medication Is Safe To Take During and After Pregnancy
When you're pregnant or lactating, certain medications are off limits. Drugs are designed with certain…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Sleep Problems Are Pervasive During the Pandemic—Especially Among Women and Young People
August 18, 2020
Sleep Problems Are Pervasive During the Pandemic—Especially Among Women and Young People
I hate to be the bearer of bummer news, but sleep issues, just like this…
By Mary Grace Garis
Systemic Racism Is Destroying Our Planet—Literally
August 18, 2020
Systemic Racism Is Destroying Our Planet—Literally
Racism touches all aspects of life, particularly in America—and, according to a new study, that…
By Kells McPhillips
The Best Ayurveda Tips for Summer, According to Your Dosha
August 18, 2020
The Best Ayurveda Tips for Summer, According to Your Dosha
Self care is an essential practice year-round, but according to Ayurveda, a holistic-medicine practice that…
By Jessica Estrada
New York Gyms Are Reopening Next Week—But There's a Catch
August 18, 2020
New York Gyms Are Reopening Next Week—But There's a Catch
On Monday, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that gyms across New York State may…
By Zoe Weiner
How To Use Kegel Balls To Strengthen Your Pelvic Muscles and Your Sex Life
August 18, 2020
How To Use Kegel Balls To Strengthen Your Pelvic Muscles and Your Sex Life
Thanks in large part to Sex and the City, I've been long aware of the…
By Mary Grace Garis
This Is How Often You Should Be Going to the Gynecologist
August 17, 2020
This Is How Often You Should Be Going to the Gynecologist
With women's wellness guidelines changing so frequently, it can be difficult to figure out a…
By Tehrene Firman
The USPS Is an Essential Wellness Service—Here's How To Support It
August 17, 2020
The USPS Is an Essential Wellness Service—Here's How To Support It
The United States Postal Service employs more than 600,000 workers nationwide and delivers almost 50…
By Kells McPhillips
A Registered Dietitian's Top Tips for Eating for Optimal Gut Health
August 16, 2020
A Registered Dietitian's Top Tips for Eating for Optimal Gut Health
Gut health affects everything. Seriously. Your digestion (of course), immunity, mental health—optimal gut health is…
By Emily Laurence
Could Anal Kegels Save You From Unnecessary Sharting Disasters? Here's What an Anal Surgeon Says
August 13, 2020
Could Anal Kegels Save You From Unnecessary Sharting Disasters? Here's What an Anal Surgeon Says
Let's just jump into it, shall we? You probably know that flexing your Kegels is…
By Mary Grace Garis
How COVID-19 Is Hugely Impacting the Health and Well-Being of Low-Income Children
August 12, 2020
How COVID-19 Is Hugely Impacting the Health and Well-Being of Low-Income Children
Regardless of where you live, or your gender, income level, and political views, nearly everyone…
By Emily Laurence
'I'm a Gastroenterologist, and This Is How To Make a Cup of Gut-Healthy Coffee'
August 12, 2020
'I'm a Gastroenterologist, and This Is How To Make a Cup of Gut-Healthy Coffee'
Just in case you were having doubts about your morning coffee habit, rest assured that coffee…
By Emily Laurence
6 Tips for Getting More Out of Your Walking Workouts, According to Harvard Health
August 12, 2020
6 Tips for Getting More Out of Your Walking Workouts, According to Harvard Health
Walking is the sneakiest workout of all. Stepping one foot in front of the other…
By Rachel Lapidos
Moving During the Pandemic? Here Are 5 Tips To Do it Safely
August 11, 2020
Moving During the Pandemic? Here Are 5 Tips To Do it Safely
It may seem ironic, but the same pandemic that has advised us to shelter in…
By Bonnie Culbertson
Alcohol-Related Deaths Among Women Over 50 Are Increasing at Alarming Rates—Here’s Why
August 11, 2020
Alcohol-Related Deaths Among Women Over 50 Are Increasing at Alarming Rates—Here’s Why
When Kay* had her first sip of alcohol at 13 years old, it felt like…
By Erin Magner
Picaridin Is the One Ingredient Derms Say To Look For in a Bug Spray for Sensitive Skin
August 10, 2020
Picaridin Is the One Ingredient Derms Say To Look For in a Bug Spray for Sensitive Skin
With everything happening in the world right now, blood-sucking mosquitos probably seem like the least…
By Tehrene Firman
Flip Flops Are Terrible for Your Feet—These Are the Best Podiatrist-Approved Pairs
August 10, 2020
Flip Flops Are Terrible for Your Feet—These Are the Best Podiatrist-Approved Pairs
Flip-flops are one of the most popular sandals for summer. From the pool to the…
By Zoe Weiner
I'm a Gastroenterologist, and Here's Why 'Nutritional Momentum' Is so Important for Gut Health
August 09, 2020
I'm a Gastroenterologist, and Here's Why 'Nutritional Momentum' Is so Important for Gut Health
You're likely familiar with the concept of momentum in relation to movement and working out.…
By Emily Laurence
The 20 CBD Products Well+Good Editors Can't Get Enough of Right Now
August 08, 2020
The 20 CBD Products Well+Good Editors Can't Get Enough of Right Now
August 8 is National CBD Day, and while some (read: most) invented holidays are extremely…
By Erin Bunch
Health-Care Workers of Color Are 5 Times More Likely To Contract Coronavirus—Here's Why
August 07, 2020
Health-Care Workers of Color Are 5 Times More Likely To Contract Coronavirus—Here's Why
Due to systemic health disparities, communities of color have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19…
By Kara Jillian Brown
6 Black-Owned CBD Companies That Provide Healing Products To Know About
August 06, 2020
6 Black-Owned CBD Companies That Provide Healing Products To Know About
As a growing number of states continue to legalize the recreational and medical use of…
By Janel Martinez
The HigherDOSE Infrared Sauna Blanket Lets You Sweat It Out… Anywhere
August 06, 2020
The HigherDOSE Infrared Sauna Blanket Lets You Sweat It Out… Anywhere
At first blush, it seems that a huge appeal of infrared saunas are that they…
By Mary Grace Garis
Contact Tracing Helps To Slow the Spread of COVID-19—Here's How It Works
August 06, 2020
Contact Tracing Helps To Slow the Spread of COVID-19—Here's How It Works
Google and Apple announced in April a joint effort to help with COVID-19 contact tracing.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
This Is Exactly What Happens to Your Body (and Your Mental Health) When It's Too Hot To Sleep
August 05, 2020
This Is Exactly What Happens to Your Body (and Your Mental Health) When It's Too Hot To Sleep
There are two numbers I care about in the summer: the UV index and the…
By Kells McPhillips
Why 'Transport to the Nearest Hospital' Protocol Doesn't Work in a Pandemic
August 04, 2020
Why 'Transport to the Nearest Hospital' Protocol Doesn't Work in a Pandemic
Standard emergency response protocol is to transport a patient to the nearest hospital. In a…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Handwashing Habits Tripled With the Pandemic—And These Are the 9 Best Hand Soaps for Everyday Use
August 04, 2020
Handwashing Habits Tripled With the Pandemic—And These Are the 9 Best Hand Soaps for Everyday Use
Even months after the global pandemic hit and focus first shifted to handwashing habits, those…
By Tehrene Firman
How To Dehumidify a Room Naturally—And Keep It That Way
August 03, 2020
How To Dehumidify a Room Naturally—And Keep It That Way
While one of the quickest and easiest ways to dehumidify a room is to purchase…
By Tehrene Firman
Meet the Group Dedicated to Rooting Out Racism and Whitewashing in Acupuncture
August 03, 2020
Meet the Group Dedicated to Rooting Out Racism and Whitewashing in Acupuncture
In the United States, acupuncture has long been a mainstay of holistic treatment to treat…
By Seraphina Seow
Caregiving Is Being Redefined Post-COVID, Here's What You Should Know About Being a Caregiver to Someone You Love
August 03, 2020
Caregiving Is Being Redefined Post-COVID, Here's What You Should Know About Being a Caregiver to Someone You Love
I was first introduced to formal caregiving for a loved one at 20 years old…
By Vivian Nunez
The Morning Habits To Adopt ASAP for Better Gut Health All Day Long
August 02, 2020
The Morning Habits To Adopt ASAP for Better Gut Health All Day Long
Folks in the wellness world are all about their morning routines. Lemon water, meditation, a.m.…
By Isadora Baum
How To Counteract Caffeine When You've Had One Coffee Too Many
August 02, 2020
How To Counteract Caffeine When You've Had One Coffee Too Many
Caffeine is basically the Jekyll and Hyde of beverages. At first, those cups of coffee…
By Tehrene Firman
Getting Your Flu Shot Is Always Important—But This Year It’s Absolutely Vital
July 31, 2020
Getting Your Flu Shot Is Always Important—But This Year It’s Absolutely Vital
The flu vaccine keeps millions of people out of doctors' offices and hospitals each year.…
By Kells McPhillips
Experts Think Hormones Play a Role in Women's Higher Rates of Anxiety
July 31, 2020
Experts Think Hormones Play a Role in Women's Higher Rates of Anxiety
Editor’s note: We use gender-neutral terminology as much as possible in our health coverage, hence…
By Colleen De Bellefonds
Harvard Neuroscientists Have a New Theory for Why People With COVID-19 Lose Their Sense of Smell
July 30, 2020
Harvard Neuroscientists Have a New Theory for Why People With COVID-19 Lose Their Sense of Smell
COVID-19 symptoms present as a diverse range of body aches, coughing, nausea, and more. For…
By Kells McPhillips
New Bills Introduced in Congress Today Aim To Finally Fund Uterine Fibroids Research
July 30, 2020
New Bills Introduced in Congress Today Aim To Finally Fund Uterine Fibroids Research
Uterine fibroids, aka tumors that grow in the uterus, are often considered "benign" by members…
By Erin Bunch
The Deadly Connection Between Air Pollution and COVID-19
July 30, 2020
The Deadly Connection Between Air Pollution and COVID-19
I had hoped that our COVID-19 reporting would be a reflective take on a global pandemic…
By Nicole Cardoza
3 See-Through Face Masks for Open, Inclusive Interactions
July 29, 2020
3 See-Through Face Masks for Open, Inclusive Interactions
As uncomfortable as face masks feel when it's hellishly hot and humid, science has confirmed…
By Kells McPhillips
Can an LED Light Mask Zap Away Your Skin Woes? This Techy Device From Dr. Dennis Gross Says 'Yes'
July 29, 2020
Can an LED Light Mask Zap Away Your Skin Woes? This Techy Device From Dr. Dennis Gross Says 'Yes'
Using light power to improve your complexion and skin health may seem like not much…
By Mary Grace Garis
8 Fascinating Courses About the Human Body You Can Take Online From Top Universities
July 28, 2020
8 Fascinating Courses About the Human Body You Can Take Online From Top Universities
You might think you know the ins and outs of how your body works from…
By Tehrene Firman
You'll Never Believe How the Ironman Triathlon Got Its Start
July 28, 2020
You'll Never Believe How the Ironman Triathlon Got Its Start
It's February of 1978, and 26-year-old Bob Babbitt—who's been (in his own words) "racing triathlons…
By Kells McPhillips
3 Wines Made in Ikaria, a Hotspot for the Longest-Living People in the World
July 28, 2020
3 Wines Made in Ikaria, a Hotspot for the Longest-Living People in the World
I'm no sommelier, but I dare say that any wine hailing from Ikaria, Greece, (home of…
By Kells McPhillips
Stacey's Chronic Illness on 'The Baby-Sitters Club' Makes Me Feel Seen
July 27, 2020
Stacey's Chronic Illness on 'The Baby-Sitters Club' Makes Me Feel Seen
You know that exhausting feeling of having to be “on”? Like when you’re hosting a…
By Brijana Prooker
The Navajo Nation Has a Higher Per Capita Rate of COVID-19 Infection Than NYC—Here's What You Need To Know (and How To Help)
July 24, 2020
The Navajo Nation Has a Higher Per Capita Rate of COVID-19 Infection Than NYC—Here's What You Need To Know (and How To Help)
This week looks at the impact of COVID-19 on the Navajo Nation, and the systemic…
By Nicole Cardoza
The Pandemic Is Stressing Many of Our Hearts—Here’s What a Cardiologist Wants You To Know
July 23, 2020
The Pandemic Is Stressing Many of Our Hearts—Here’s What a Cardiologist Wants You To Know
Without question, virtually everyone has felt more stressed out since the start of COVID-19. First,…
By Emily Laurence
'I'm a Climate Psychologist, and This Is What Happens When You're Too Hot for Too Long'
July 23, 2020
'I'm a Climate Psychologist, and This Is What Happens When You're Too Hot for Too Long'
We've all had days where the heat makes us a little cranky. It's too hot…
By Kara Jillian Brown
I’m Finally Giving Up on America’s Broken Health-Care System—And I'm Moving to Canada
July 22, 2020
I’m Finally Giving Up on America’s Broken Health-Care System—And I'm Moving to Canada
There’s an episode of Friends I keep thinking about: It’s the one where Joey’s health…
By Jessie Gaynor
When Your Follicles Need an Up-Close Cleanse, Try an At-Home Scalp Facial
July 22, 2020
When Your Follicles Need an Up-Close Cleanse, Try an At-Home Scalp Facial
Back in the pre-pandemic times of 2019, producer and What the Wellness host Ella Dove…
By Mary Grace Garis
'I'm a Cardiologist, and This Is What I Want You To Know About Heart Health and Pollution'
July 21, 2020
'I'm a Cardiologist, and This Is What I Want You To Know About Heart Health and Pollution'
When it comes to keeping your heart healthy, you'd be wise to limit red meat,…
By Tehrene Firman
Doctors Break Down the Long Road Ahead to Getting a Viable COVID-19 Vaccine
July 20, 2020
Doctors Break Down the Long Road Ahead to Getting a Viable COVID-19 Vaccine
In May, biotech company Moderna Therapeutics announced that it had just completed its first phase…
By Kells McPhillips
These Simple Lung Capacity Exercises Make Mask Breathing Easier
July 20, 2020
These Simple Lung Capacity Exercises Make Mask Breathing Easier
I will never forget the first time I went out for a run with a…
By Zoe Weiner
A Podiatrist Names the Summer Shoe You Shouldn't Walk in for Even a Mile
July 18, 2020
A Podiatrist Names the Summer Shoe You Shouldn't Walk in for Even a Mile
When it comes to movement patterns that promote better digestion, increase longevity, and clear your…
By Kells McPhillips
Here's What an Extra 20 Minutes of Sleep Does to Your Brain
July 17, 2020
Here's What an Extra 20 Minutes of Sleep Does to Your Brain
The pandemic has been an extremely difficult time to live through, but one added benefit…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Now That You're Spending More Time in Nature, It's Important To Be Diligent About Ticks
July 17, 2020
Now That You're Spending More Time in Nature, It's Important To Be Diligent About Ticks
Silver linings are few and far between when it comes to the pandemic, but if…
By Erin Bunch
Try This 1-Second Test To Find Out if Your Face Mask Is Effective
July 17, 2020
Try This 1-Second Test To Find Out if Your Face Mask Is Effective
Masks—and the many myths people believe about them—have come to dominate the conversation about fighting…
By Kells McPhillips
How Disparities in Our Health-Care System Impact How We Test and Treat COVID-19
July 16, 2020
How Disparities in Our Health-Care System Impact How We Test and Treat COVID-19
We're continuing our weekly series that analyzes the racial disparities exposed by COVID-19. I hoped…
By Nicole Cardoza
Volunteering Makes You Feel Like You Have a Larger Purpose—And That Increases Your Longevity
July 16, 2020
Volunteering Makes You Feel Like You Have a Larger Purpose—And That Increases Your Longevity
The ultimate goal of volunteering is to help others. And when you're doing work that's…
By Kara Jillian Brown
You're Not Alone if the Pandemic Has Made Your Relationship With Food Difficult and Confusing
July 16, 2020
You're Not Alone if the Pandemic Has Made Your Relationship With Food Difficult and Confusing
For many of us, staying inside during quarantine plus the constant stress of living during…
By Christy Harrison, MPH, RD
How a 'Pay What You Can' Model Can Make Wellness More Accessible
July 16, 2020
How a 'Pay What You Can' Model Can Make Wellness More Accessible
Traditionally, "affordable boutique wellness" has been an oxymoron. At $30-plus a pop for a fitness…
By Zoe Weiner
What Blue Zones Can Teach Us About Going Through Menopause Healthfully
July 15, 2020
What Blue Zones Can Teach Us About Going Through Menopause Healthfully
Pregnancy and childbirth aside, nothing throws a wrench into your wellness routine quite like menopause.…
By Emily Laurence
9 Face Mask Myths You Need To Stop Believing Right This Minute
July 15, 2020
9 Face Mask Myths You Need To Stop Believing Right This Minute
Let's be real for a second: Masks suck. They're uncomfortable, especially in the heat, and…
By Erin Bunch
Meet the Cleansing Body Scraper That'll Make You Feel 'As Smooth as a Seal'
July 15, 2020
Meet the Cleansing Body Scraper That'll Make You Feel 'As Smooth as a Seal'
Certain quasi-ancient skin-care devices make the case that a good tool used in a solid…
By Mary Grace Garis
What Doctors Want You To Know About Pregnancy and COVID-19
July 14, 2020
What Doctors Want You To Know About Pregnancy and COVID-19
The coronavirus epidemic has changed a lot about becoming and being a parent, forcing some…
By Colleen De Bellefonds
We Asked Health Experts To Break Down How Stress Can Impact Nearly Every Part of the Body
July 13, 2020
We Asked Health Experts To Break Down How Stress Can Impact Nearly Every Part of the Body
Welcome to the new normal, where the fear of getting sick from a global pandemic…
By Sonia Weiser
5 Sexologist Tips for Experiencing the Pleasure-Rich Depths of the Cervical Orgasm
July 13, 2020
5 Sexologist Tips for Experiencing the Pleasure-Rich Depths of the Cervical Orgasm
Folks with a vagina have a number of pleasure zones and, thus, a number of…
By Mary Grace Garis
This One Activity Ticks Off 3 of the Blue Zones' Markers of Longevity
July 12, 2020
This One Activity Ticks Off 3 of the Blue Zones' Markers of Longevity
People who live in the world's Blue Zones—like Sardinia, Italy and Okinawa, Japan—have perfected the…
By Kells McPhillips
5 Secrets for Cognitive Health From the World’s Longest-Living Communities
July 09, 2020
5 Secrets for Cognitive Health From the World’s Longest-Living Communities
Since it's not (or doesn't feel like) an immediate threat to many of us, dementia…
By Erin Bunch
PSA: Wearing a Mask Does Not Give You Permission To Ignore Social Distancing
July 09, 2020
PSA: Wearing a Mask Does Not Give You Permission To Ignore Social Distancing
In the age of COVID-19, wearing a mask is one of the most important things…
By Zoe Weiner
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