January 15, 2019

Well+Good TALKS: ReNew Year Edition

Why one smart change is enough. It’s the end of performative wellness—AKA being exhausted by…

By Well+Good Editors

January 09, 2019

Why are my feet always so freaking cold?

Now that the weather has officially taken a turn for the frigid, most of us…

By Katie Morton

January 07, 2019

This just in: Working out on your period really *can* make you feel better

Crazy back pain and dramatic breakouts are just a couple of the woes that can…

By Kells McPhillips

January 06, 2019

Shut The Kale Up's New Year's Wellness Toolkit for Rocking 2019

Say what you will about New Year's resolutions (because yes, you're pretty awesome just as…

By Well+Good Editors

January 04, 2019

5 women share what they wish they'd known about the IUD before getting one

One of the most empowering things I've ever done was taking control of my reproductive…

By Allie Flinn

January 03, 2019

Goodbye, Juice Cleanses—Here's Why a Food Cleanse Might be Right For You

The November-to-December rush to meet deadlines, get gifts, and make your rounds at holiday parties…

By Well+Good Editors

December 29, 2018

Where Do You Fall on the IBS Spectrum?

Maybe your trigger is going out to eat. Or you get IBS flare-ups every time…

By Leslie Barrie

December 26, 2018

It’s the last year of the decade and we want to send you out strong

Setting New Year’s resolutions can feel daunting—so this year, just don’t do it. Seriously. With…

By Well+Good Editors

December 21, 2018

How to Navigate a Holiday Party When You have Gut Issues

Ah, the holiday party platter: The nostalgia! The flavors! The instantaneous bloat! Okay, so actually…

By Well+Good Editors

December 20, 2018

What are the signs your gut is out-of-whack and can be improved with probiotics?

In our Asking for a Friend series, we’re teaming up with Renew Life®—makers of digestive…

By Well+Good Editors

December 20, 2018

Someone Please Just Tell Me, What Do I Eat to Maintain a Healthy Gut?

In our Asking for a Friend series, we’re teaming up with Renew Life®—makers of quality…

By Well+Good Editors

December 18, 2018

If you eat a probiotic-rich diet, do you need to take a supplement?

In our Asking for a Friend series, we're teaming up with Renew Life®—makers of quality…

By Well+Good Editors

December 18, 2018

Dentists say this common ingredient could be messing with your mouth

The best part of brushing and swishing your teeth (aside from the whole "no gum…

By Zoe Weiner

December 15, 2018

9 bloat-banishing salt swaps you probably have in your pantry right now

Unlike added sugar, salt is something you do need in your diet—it’s actually a crucial…

By Leigh Weingus

December 15, 2018

The TMI reason I'll never throw radish greens away again

Let me start by saying that this is probably the most sex-positive story about food…

By Erin Hanafy

December 13, 2018

A doc explains how to get those tiny bumps on your tongue to go away

The other day, I thought that I had a pimple on my tongue. It came…

By Rachel Lapidos

December 11, 2018

The Consequences of Cracking Your Back, Explained by Chiropractors and an Orthopedic Surgeon

Cracking your back is a guilty pleasure. Pleasure because, well, there's nothing quite as satisfying…

By Gabrielle Kassel

December 10, 2018

Sure, kimchi can help you beat bloat—but did you know about these 5 other health benefits?

Brain health, the immune system, mental health, and digestion may seem like totally different aspects…

By Emily Laurence

December 09, 2018

The 4 Most Common Holiday Stress Scenarios—and How to Deal With Each of Them

No matter how many rom-coms portray the holidays as a magical, whimsical time when all…

By Well+Good Editors

December 09, 2018

3 Ways to Tweak Your Diet to Conquer the Holiday-Party-Winter-Cold-Season Combo

From kicking it into gift shopping mode every weekend to making your holiday party rounds,…

By Well+Good Editors

December 07, 2018

This is What Actually Happens to Your Gut When You're Stressed Out

If you've ever gotten butterflies before a work presentation or lost your appetite after looking…

By Well+Good Editors

December 07, 2018

Finally, a science-backed reason to feel great about only having sex on the weekends

You’re up early for a workout, working all day, and by the time you’ve made…

By Sara Angle

December 05, 2018

What do Probiotic CFUs and Strains Actually Mean? Here’s Your Explainer

If you’ve taken a stroll down the probiotics aisle at your local pharmacy, you’ve probably…

By Well+Good Editors

December 05, 2018

Yes, having ears that are super sensitive to the cold is a thing and I hate it

In wintertime, every extremity is pretty much under attack (see: cracked hands, thirsty lips, and super-stripped strands).…

By Kells McPhillips

December 04, 2018

Women are realizing that hormones are *everything*—and that’s driving innovation in health care

Once synonymous with PMS (as in, “I’m feeling so hormonal!”), there’s now a growing understanding…

By Well+Good Editors

December 03, 2018

Okay, so everyone picks their nose—here’s what a doc has to say about it

My colleague asked the Well+Good editorial team the other day if we pick our noses—and…

By Rachel Lapidos

December 03, 2018

5 Essential Oils That Will Help You Survive the Holidays

Whether you’re exhausted from the party circuit or overwhelmed by your never ending to-do list,…

By Well+Good Editors

December 01, 2018

Canker sores are the absolute worst, but these home remedies could help

Like an accidental dry-shampoo overdose or a bad first date, canker sores can strike anyone at…

By Katie Morton

November 28, 2018

Honest-to-god poop docs answer your 6 most common questions about BMs

"Everything comes down to poo," J.D. and Turk once sang in the musical episode of…

By Allie Flinn

November 26, 2018

Medicine prices are sky high—but is it always a good idea to go generic?

Let's face it: Medicine has never been more expensive in the U.S. than it is…

By Allie Flinn

November 20, 2018

YOU’RE INVITED TO THE REVEAL OF WELL+GOOD’S 2019 WELLNESS TRENDS

The Hottest Wellness News of the Year Join Well+Good for an unforgettable evening—including mocktails, a…

By Well+Good Editors

November 19, 2018

Your desk job might be causing your horrible headaches—here's how to deal

Advancements in technology have brought us some amazing things, like space travel, Jennifer Garner's Instagram…

By Allie Flinn

November 19, 2018

The truth about nightshades—and whether you should avoid them

Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen shun them. Sophia Bush does, too. In fact, many MDs, chefs, and nutritionists have…

By Emily Laurence

November 16, 2018

One side effect of weightlifting I didn't expect? Tiny holes in my teeth

I have resting gym face (RGF, if you will). Whether I'm pushing my limits in…

By Gabrielle Kassel

November 15, 2018

3 tips for having a bloat-free holiday party season, according to celeb nutritionist Kimberly Snyder

Bloating. We’ve all been there and felt that—especially when your social calendar is popping off…

By Well+Good Editors

November 14, 2018

Kellogg's just dropped a new probiotic cereal that's actually pretty legit

Remember how much of a win it was when you were a kid and your…

By Emily Laurence

November 07, 2018

Eating zinc with your chocolate might help you live longer? Not so fast

You already know dark chocolate is a pretty solid way to give your health a boost,…

By Tehrene Firman

November 07, 2018

What every woman with tweaky hormones needs to know about acupuncture

Acupuncture has long been a popular treatment for infertility, but now, women are gravitating toward…

By Annie Tomlin

November 06, 2018

This straight-up magical child's pose variation quells period cramps *and* banishes bloat

Child's pose is one of those ooey-gooey asanas that even non-yogis can get on board…

By Kells McPhillips

November 06, 2018

7 things I learned after having ACL surgery

Active exercisers know all too well the struggles of dealing with an injury—and taking even…

By Nikhita Mahtani

November 03, 2018

How to keep your teeth healthy if you grind them in your sleep

If you’re really into oral hygiene (as we all should be), you may have switched…

By Jessica Estrada

November 02, 2018

The best thing in the world to do for your gut microbiome? Don't move to the US

Hop on the Magic School Bus and let's get Miss Frizzle about what's going on…

By Tehrene Firman

November 02, 2018

SOS: Here's what to do if your menstrual cup gets stuck like Kristen Bell's did

Lately ladies everywhere have been singing the praises of the menstrual cup. (It's better for…

By Kells McPhillips

November 02, 2018

Meet Hers, the digital service for women that's like the Glossier of pharmaceuticals

Taking proper care of yourself usually means dealing with high copays from multiple different doctor's…

By Tehrene Firman

October 31, 2018

Ever landed in the ER from gas? It's not just you, seriously.

Gas is like the common cold of gut afflictions: It's pretty much impossible to avoid…

By Erin Magner

October 29, 2018

Dirty Lemon's latest flavor is orange-hued and full of anti-inflammatory benefits

Functional-beverage brand Dirty Lemon is no stranger to experimentation. One of the major reasons why…

By Emily Laurence

October 25, 2018

See ya, bloat: 10 natural ways to get rid of water retention

Holding on to extra water weight can be super annoying. Besides making your stomach feel…

By Jessica Estrada

October 25, 2018

Pssst... your mucus is trying to tell you something about your health

It's about that time of year again—the one in which snot seems to feature more…

By Erin Bunch

October 24, 2018

The first wellness purchase our editors would've made if they'd won the lottery

By now, you've probably heard there's a secret someone in South Carolina that's the proud…

By Tehrene Firman

October 23, 2018

Here's what your gas says about your health

Even if hardly anybody admits it, everyone farts. But how much is normal? And can…

By Robin Berzin, MD

October 19, 2018

Everyone poops—and, wow, does my husband know it

Listen, I get it: If you’re having a nice and relaxing night out, enjoying some,…

By Alexis Berger

October 18, 2018

Sex-positive health care is here to make doctors' visits comfortable for all

Despite the fact that a doctor can alleviate pain and even save lives, the sad…

By Leigh Weingus

October 13, 2018

3 easy lifestyle changes to make if you feel exhausted all the time

Ask a coworker, a friend, your great aunt—anyone—a simple, "hey, how are you?" and more…

By Emily Laurence

October 10, 2018

'You Smell Like A Baby Prosti-Turmeric Latte' might be the greatest recipe you'll ever meet

On October 3, Aaron Samuels asked Cady Heron what day it was, and on October…

By Emily Laurence

October 09, 2018

How hormone testing could help you find answers to your most mysterious health issues

A few weeks after my 36th birthday this summer, I suddenly started experiencing some scary…

By Erin Magner

October 09, 2018

Open your car door the Dutch way to save cyclists' lives

Putting the word "Dutch" in front of anything instantly makes it better. Need proof? Exhibit…

By Kells McPhillips

October 08, 2018

Feel Low After Your Period? Postmenstrual Syndrome Could Be the Reason

PMS is the boogeyman of your menstruation cycle—in the week leading up to your period,…

By Tamim Alnuweiri

October 08, 2018

Here’s what it’s like to have a preventative double mastectomy at 28 years old

Eight years ago, actress and comedian Caitlin Brodnick decided to get screened for gluten intolerance. (It…

By Erin Magner

October 06, 2018

Why Do Young Women Get Night Sweats?

Waking up with damp sheets is more common than many people think—and it's not just…

By Robin Berzin, MD

October 05, 2018

5 Reasons You Get the Hiccups After Eating and How To Rid Yourself of Them ASAP

If you've ever gotten a bad case of the hiccups after eating, you know how irritating…

By Tamim Alnuweiri

October 03, 2018

Kindbody is on a mission to reinvent women's healthcare—starting with a fertility clinic on wheels

It's 9:30 a.m. on a weekday, and a growing line of women is forming on…

By Emily Laurence

October 02, 2018

4 tips for practicing breast health self-awareness all year long

It’s October. You just saw six Facebook posts about Breast Cancer Awareness Month fundraisers, walked…

By Molly Gallagher

September 30, 2018

How this one bra could make a difference for breast cancer survivors, according to a cancer surgeon

If you (or someone you know) has gone through the experience of a breast-cancer diagnosis…

By Well+Good Editors

September 27, 2018

How your microbiome plays a key role in regulating your metabolism, inflammation, and appetite

In some circles, September is considered to be a second January, AKA another shot at…

By Erin Bunch

September 26, 2018

Constantly fighting over the thermostat? Here's why some people "run hot" or cold

Recently, I read a Vanity Fair interview with Michelle Williams (Brokeback Mountain, not Destiny's Child) in…

By Erin Bunch

September 26, 2018

For the love of poop, stop holding it around your S.O.—your gut will thank you

Picture this: You're in the early stages of a new relationship, and after hours of…

By Rachel Lapidos

September 25, 2018

Everyone buzzing about sulfur supplements––here's the MSM benefits you need to know

Recently, while at a dinner with some of my most wellness-obsessed (and woo-woo-leaning) friends, the…

By Erin Bunch

September 24, 2018

Is it just us, or do you get drunk faster on your period?

If you're lucky enough to not spend 3-5 days a month in your finest bathleisure, riding…

By Erin Magner

September 19, 2018

Barley tea is the sleep-enhancing, constipation-easing beverage your cozy nights need

When it comes to bedtime tea rituals, chamomile and lavender tend to get the heartiest…

By Emily Laurence

September 19, 2018

Scientists find that people with depression are more likely to have arthritis

Depression is known for its connection to emotional pain, but something many don't realize is that…

By Tehrene Firman

September 19, 2018

How Much Turmeric Should You Actually Be Taking for Inflammation?

Inflammation is considered by many to be the root cause of some major health ailments,…

By Emily Laurence

September 15, 2018

Probiotics' benefits are being called into question—here's what you need to know before you pop your next bottle

Everybody knows that probiotics are a non-negotiable part of any healthy gal's routine, right? If you're…

By Kells McPhillips