Author: Richard C. Trotter
How many conversations have you had with your friends or coworkers (just us?) that begin with, “OK, TMI but…” We believe that no body function is “weird” or “gross,” and no question is too embarrassing to ask. But for those moments you’d rather hit up the internet than your bestie for answers, we’ve got you covered. See All “Don’t sweat it” is a pretty common turn of phrase in U.S. vernacular, typically meant to tell people not to worry or stress about something. But what do you say if the whole reason why you’re stressed is because, well, you can’t…
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 Confession: I have a thing for lip products. My vanity is littered with dozens of balms, glosses, and sticks, each of which is organized into its own dedicated spaces. I group them into one of three categories—lip balms that are great for combatting dryness and chapping (but…
It’s officially that time of year: Mariah Carey has defrosted and is once again ready to tell us what she wants for the holiday season, and you’re likely trying to shake off the cold, too, without necessarily cranking up the heat and dialing up your energy bill in the process. Adding on layers of sweaters or wrapping yourself up in a blanket can certainly help. But if you’re still feeling that chill in your bones, there are also some changes you can make around your home to keep your space feeling cozy—like switching the direction of your ceiling fan for…
Between donning your favorite sweaters and indulging in many beloved holiday-spiced, coffee-based beverages, there are few things more innately satisfying than the arrival of the winter season. And between the frolicking in the snow and buying great gifts for everyone on your list, you’ll undoubtedly need to find time to nourish yourself. While you could turn to your seasoned takeout menus and delivery apps, the dropping outside temperatures may just inspire you to crank the heat in your own kitchen. That’s right, friends—it’s high time to pull out your pots (instant or otherwise), grab your apron, and check out some…
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 The list of celebrities who love Alo Yoga’s athleisure is seemingly endless. Jennifer Garner, Selena Gomez, Rita Ora, Kendall Jenner, Jennifer Lopez.. we could go on and on, but the point is obvious—Alo Yoga is A-list-approved. While it’s certainly not the most expensive celebrity-loved clothing brand, its…
Your lower back has been aching for weeks now, but no matter how much you massage or stretch those muscles along your spine, the pain won’t go away. This might be because the problem isn’t actually your back at all: While there are a number of things that can cause back pain, one that’s easy to overlook is tight hamstrings. Yes, your legs could be the guilty party. To find out how to tell if this is the case, and how to stretch hamstrings effectively if it is, we spoke with Katya Campbell, a certified movement and mobility specialist, yoga…
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 While it might sound like one of those unofficial, internet-famous calendar holidays (Talk Like a Pirate Day, anyone?), Singles Day is actually a widely celebrated date—and one of the biggest shopping days of the year. Originating in China in the 90s, November 11 was declared as a…
If the majority of musings that float around in your mind between the hours of 11am and 2pm daily dance to the tune of: What on earth shall I eat for lunch today?—Well, us too. At long last, the answer is served ahead. Well+Good’s newly-launched digital series, #WorkFromHomeLunch, aims to prevent the painstaking midday meal decision-making session—because nothing’s worse than having to play a game of Tetris with leftovers to assemble an energy-boosting lunch between meetings. If simple, highly-nutritious, fuss-free recipes that come together quickly are your speed, tune in. On the first episode of the series, Brooklyn-based, Chicago-bred chef…
Suitcases? Check. Flights? Check. Vaccines? Uhh… Wait a second. Getting vaccinated might not be at the top of your holiday travel checklist, but medical professionals at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are urging everyone who is eligible for the flu, COVID-19, and/or RSV vaccines to get their shot(s) ahead of any plans to travel or gather with family members or friends this Thanksgiving and holiday season. (Note that all three vaccines are free to the public, regardless of health insurance status.) Last winter, the United States experienced a “tripledemic” of these three airborne respiratory viruses, resulting in…
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 Hoka shoes are known for their fat, comfy soles. So what does a Hoka shoe that’s the maximum stability and support version of the entire Hoka line look like? Behold the Hoka Gaviota 5. I’ve been running and walking in a pair of the Gaviota 5s ($175)…