Author: Richard C. Trotter
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 Have you ever fallen down a rabbit hole of watching those oh-so-satisfying cleaning videos? You know the ones—where you see an impossibly dirty oven, rug, or floor get transformed into the sparklingly clean version of itself at a sped-up-tempo. If you want to experience that same level…
Our bodies go through incredible changes over our lives. Our hormones are at the centre of it – these powerful chemical messengers have such a big impact on both our physical health and how we feel emotionally. Through my own journey, both personally and professionally, I’ve seen just how much our hormones can affect our mental wellbeing and on the journey of womanhood, there are many changes we need to navigate with care and sensitivity. Women’s health is an area that has been at the forefront of my career and the strength of the women in the JSHealth community inspires…
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 Over the past few years, the act of slapping on a sheet mask has become synonymous with self-care. And it makes sense: Applying these serum-soaked sheets to your face makes you feel like you’re doing something productive for your skin without really having to do anything at…
After culinary school, I quickly learned that one of the easiest ways to impress guests at any soirée is by whipping out ye ol’ reliable culinary torch. It’s a sure-fire way to get the crowd going—and few finishing touches beat a brûlée when it comes to imparting deliciously toasty, caramelized flavor. But during the week when torching is not on the proverbial table, I lean on a more convenient culinary tool that replicates the flavor of a hot sear: An air fryer. My go-to simple dish to cook myself in the air fryer this season? Bruléed Japanese sweet potatoes, of…
Detoxes and cleanses that promise to help you shed extra pounds, feel more energetic, and “get rid of toxins” have been around for ages. One that’s been popularized in recent years by self-pronounced “wellness gurus” is called a colon cleanse—also known as a colonic. But are colonics safe? And does your gut even need them? While colonics (which is essentially just the emptying of your G.I. tract) can be beneficial for some things—like prepping for a colonoscopy, for example—they should always be approved by your doctor first, because they don’t come without risk. Here, learn everything you need to know…
Deadlifts are one of the best exercises for building full-body strength. However, not everyone can (or should) perform this exercise. Thankfully, there are plenty of effective deadlift alternatives. So, which exercises replace the deadlift? We’ve got you covered. Plug the below moves into your workouts if traditional deadlifts aren’t a good fit for your body or you have limited equipment. Deadlift muscles worked Before we dive into the best alternatives, it’s helpful to know which muscles deadlifts work. This way, you know which muscles should be firing when you perform deadlift substitutes. Deadlifts primarily target the muscles of your posterior chain…
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 Spring has come early this year, rewarding us with warmer weather, bluer skies, and most exciting of all, the Ulta Semi-Annual Beauty Event. The event is officially underway, and from now until March 28, you can shop a wide selection of best-selling makeup, skin-care, and hair products…
Sure, coffee is great for a ton of things. You know, like basic human function when exhaustion sets in. But is it worth the price you pay for a good sip of java? Aka, the endless hours of indigestion or jitters you get when you overdo it. According to a gastroenterologist and a registered dietitian, enjoying your daily cuppa doesn’t have to lead to your digestion feeling out of sorts or your anxiety spiraling for hours on end. In fact, the health experts agree there are several science-backed ways to reduce the effect of caffeine in the body without giving…
The value of stretching has likely been drilled into your brain over the years, but that knowledge doesn’t make it any less tempting to skip your post-workout cooldown moves or morning mobility flow. With so many work, social, and familial commitments, who has the time for a 15-plus-minute stretch routine, anyway? Your solution: Full-body stretches, moves that target multiple muscle groups at one time and, in turn, save the day when your schedule’s fully booked. In This Article 01 Importance of Stretching 02 Best Stretches Why full-body stretches are important To get scientific, stretching occurs when your brain and body…
Pilates might bring to mind a few different things, including sliding machines in modern studios or an at-home workout with a mat. This full-body workout can look like both—but one method is known as reformer Pilates, while the other is known as mat Pilates. If you’re unsure about the difference between reformer Pilates and mat Pilates, first know that experts say both will benefit your health. In general, Pilates programs were associated with reduced systolic, diastolic, and mean blood pressure in patients with high blood pressure, per a February 2024 study in the Journal of Human Hypertension. The benefits of…