Author: Richard C. Trotter

Struggling with sleep can feel very overwhelming – I have been there. Insomnia not only drains our energy, it also greatly impacts mood and wellbeing. This can then contribute to more sleep issues, becoming a vicious cycle.Understanding that our bodies and minds work together is key. We need time to relax and prepare for deep, restorative sleep and we need quality shut eye to feel mentally balanced and energised in the day.I’m sharing my top tips to support restful sleep and emotional balance.1. Soak Up Morning Sunshine  I always try to start my day with natural light. Getting sun exposure…

With the Well+Good SHOP, our editors put their years of know-how to work in order to pick products (from skin care to self care and beyond) they’re betting you’ll love. While our editors independently select these products, making a purchase through our links may earn Well+Good a commission. Happy shopping! Explore the SHOP Many of the changes I’ve experienced as an elder Millennial were expected: I can no longer sleep past 6:30 a.m., I get inordinately excited about purchasing new bath towels, and I recently experienced the universal milestone of sleeping on my neck “wrong.” But one thing I was…

Warning: This story contains spoilers. If you haven’t finished season one of Netflix’s Nobody Wants This, proceed with caution!  As it turns out, a lot of people want this. Netflix’s rom-com series Nobody Wants This is a smash hit—now the No. 1 show on the streaming platform. Aside from reminding us that we need more Adam Brody on our screens, it’s been a major source of online buzz as viewers celebrate how it explores a complex and thoughtful relationship. Creator Erin Foster, who based the show on her own relationship with husband Simon Tikhman, has been vocal about her vision…

If you hear the name “Nordic” and your mind instantly conjures up a tough-as-nails Viking, you’re not alone. So if a workout move has “Nordic” in the title, it’s got to be effective, right?! Enter: the reverse Nordic curl, aka leaning camel, an eccentric exercise that hits your quads (and more) in all the right places. If you’re up to trying new challenges, the reverse Nordic curl may be your move. So what exactly is a reverse Nordic curl? Is it something that you should incorporate in your strength-training routine? Today, we’re talking all about the benefits of this exercise,…

So you’ve finally kicked that cold you’ve had for a couple weeks, but the lingering cough after the cold? It just won’t seem to quit. If you’re wondering why you’re still hacking up a lung after the worst of your cold is behind you, there are many possible culprits. For one, you could have leftover irritation in your airways. Or you could have a postnasal drip that keeps that ticklish feeling in the back of your throat going. Most of the reasons for your lingering cough are nothing to worry about, but it’s still an irritating side effect that you…

When the interactive exercise company Peloton first launched, it was known for its high-energy, live and on-demand instructor-led classes that revolutionized the at-home fitness space. Never before was there an option to have a human spin instructor in a studio doing the same workout as you at home simultaneously—even shouting out fellow exercisers in real-time. Today, Peloton has expanded its offerings from bike-based spin classes and their marquee spin bike to a variety of other fitness classes that can be completed with the Peloton Tread or Peloton Row, or any treadmill or rowing machine. The brand has also created workout…

How nourishing and delicious is pasta?!  I’m a huge fan of this classic Italian staple, so we’ve created three pasta recipes that celebrate its incredible versatility. Each dish is a vibrant blend of flavours, colours, and textures, packed with nourishing protein to keep you satisfied and energised throughout the day. Whether you’re looking to create a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep for your work lunches, these recipes are designed for ease and enjoyment.  With a few simple ingredients and a nourishing protein choice, you can transform your pasta into a wholesome and satisfying meal – and your lunch break…

You made it through the eclipse season, but everything is spicier than ever (oooh!) thanks to the full moon in Aries on October 17 at 7:25 a.m. EDT. Aries is the first zodiac sign and is often associated with the warrior archetype. Aries full moons instill you with courage, fill you with passion, and remind you to focus on you. The Aries-Libra axis brings attention to your important relationships. Aries (“me/the self”) is opposite Libra (“we/the other”) and under these full moons, relationship dynamics are front and center. This is an opportunity to reflect on the balance in your relationships…

With the Well+Good SHOP, our editors put their years of know-how to work in order to pick products (from skin care to self care and beyond) they’re betting you’ll love. While our editors independently select these products, making a purchase through our links may earn Well+Good a commission. Happy shopping! Explore the SHOP At Well+Good, it’s our MO to research, test, and review products in beauty, fitness, wellness, style, and more to find you the best picks across all categories. More often than not, what W+G editors share with you are items that we want for ourselves—and this especially rings…

We’ve all been there—dealing with a runny nose, scratchy throat, and that “ugh, I feel awful” cold. “Colds are caused by a common virus [typically a rhinovirus] that infects your body,” says William Li, MD, physician-scientist and author of Eat to Beat Disease. As soon as your immune system detects the virus, it will spring into action to fight. Most of those cruddy cold symptoms—cough, congestion, sore throat—are actually signs that your cold is getting better and that your body is defending itself. But after a few days of misery, you might start to wonder: Am I actually getting better? The…