Author: Richard C. Trotter
When brainstorming what might be behind your stomach discomfort, you might think of stress or maybe a condition like IBS or IBD. After all, they’re very common contributors. But something a bit more complicated and less discussed might actually be what’s at hand. We’re talking about a sucrase deficiency. Basically, it affects the digestion of sugar and carbs in the body. But let’s back up a bit. First we’ll look at what sucrase is, exactly, then dig into what you need to know about this type of deficiency. Wait, what is sucrase? “Sucrase is a digestive enzyme that’s produced in…
Mermaid pose (Eka Pada Rajakapotasana in Sanskrit) is a graceful and challenging yoga posture that beautifully combines flexibility, strength, and balance. It’s a deep hip opener that also targets your spine, chest, and shoulders, making it an all-encompassing pose for building strength and flexibility. But starting from the ground up is key in mermaid pose, according to Heather Stants, a yoga and movement teacher and the creator of Dance Flow Yoga. Like any advanced yoga pose, it requires a thoughtful approach and proper preparation. Ahead, we share exactly how to do mermaid pose, its benefits, ways to modify it or…
The Fall Equinox is here—and it’s bringing lots of action and change in your weekly horoscope for September 22 to 28, 2024. The sun enters Libra on September 22, ushering in a new season, and daylight officially begins to dwindle as the nights start to grow longer. When the sun travels through Libra, it always puts a spotlight on the most important connections in your life: who are you grateful for, and which relationships could use a little rebalancing? On the same day, September 22, Venus in Libra slams into Pluto in Capricorn, stirring up power struggles and heated conflicts…
I don’t usually go on group runs, but milling around with fellow runners for my first-ever trail run, as a total trail running beginner, I couldn’t help but catch a buzz. The atmosphere was festive and friendly, and I was positively gung-ho to try my hand (or rather, feet), at running up a mountain. The trail “running” part didn’t last long. My run turned to a jog turned to mostly a hike, at least on the uphills. In another situation—a road race, maybe—the self-doubt and light embarrassment that began to bubble up as the gap grew between me and the…
It’s officially that time of year. The time where we swap swimwear for sweaters and iced lattes for steamy PSLs. As summer gives way to fall and winter, we’ll also get less and less sunlight. Sure, this can give off real cozy vibes for a night in (scented candles and a movie, anyone?), but a lack of sun can also affect our well-being. Case in point: Getting enough vitamin D during shorter, darker days can be a challenge. Here’s why getting less of the nutrient can lead to health issues and how to get more vitamin D in fall and…
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 These days, it’s hard to find a pair of quality athletic sneakers on a budget. Be it a pair of walking shoes for casual strolls around the block or sportier sneakers made for long days in the gym, footwear is so dang expensive. The sportier they are,…
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 I remember when an Apple release meant big changes. The departure from the “home” button on the iPhone, the debut of the iPad (whoa!), and the introduction of the original AirPods were all worth buzzing about, and—for those of us who exclusively use Apple products—actually made an…
The first-ever needleless flu vaccine that can be given at home was just approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. FluMist is a nasal spray that provides protection against influenza A and B, and it’s now approved for self-administration in adults up to age 49 and caregiver-administration for kids ages 2 to 17. The spray vaccine is not new to the market—it was initially approved by the FDA in 2003, is available in healthcare settings (think: doctor’s offices and pharmacies), and is about as effective as the shot, per the CDC. What is new is that it no longer…
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 Fall is officially here and with the scorching days of summer (mostly) behind us, many of us are finally ready to turn the oven on again. If you’re like me, then you’re also itching to pull out all your favorite cozy-szn recipes and host some festive autumnal…
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 If you want to instantly pull an outfit together, slip on a pair of booties. They work with everything—maxi dresses, mini skirts, leggings, wide-leg jeans, casual ‘fits, dressy looks. I’m telling you, the sky’s the limit. It’s why I find myself buying so many pairs, season after…