Author: Richard C. Trotter
With its ensuing headaches and nausea, a hellish hangover is enough to have you swearing off alcohol entirely. Anyone who’s ever experimented with so-called hangover cures has likely switched up their day-after-drinking diet in some way or another—perhaps opting for greasy fare to “absorb” the alcohol or putting their faith in the hair of the dog method. (Spoiler alert: Neither of these routes are ideal for your hangover or greater health alike.) Instead, a few healthy foods and drinks can actually be the ticket to overcoming your hangover without doubling down on your wellness woes. Ahead, Bianca Tamburello, RDN, of…
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 It’s like the good-hair-day effect: Somehow, one swipe of mascara can bring on a rush of feeling-yourself confidence that has you taking on the day with a little more oomph. And yet, that single swipe can also usher in a non-stop assault of under-eye smudges and face…
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 Virgo season is upon us, and from August 22 to September 22, this analytical earth sign is the star of the show. If you’re celebrating a Virgo in your life, chances are you want to find a gift that meets their, ahem, particular standards. Known for their meticulous,…
We’re calling it: Summer 2024 is the *official* Summer of Champions. Here at Well+Good, we’re celebrating the incredible athletes, coaches, and stories behind the Paris Olympics and the U.S. Open tennis championships. Tap in as we shine a spotlight on everything from the fitness routines and self-care practices of today’s top athletes to the larger cultural conversations inspired by this summer’s spectacular events. See More Swimmer Jessica Long made a serious splash at her Paralympic debut at the 2004 Athens games, winning three gold medals at the age of 12. Today, the 32-year-old will compete in her sixth Paralympic Games…
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 Commuting into the office isn’t always the world’s most fun activity, but finding a tote bag that fits all your daily essentials while looking super cute can make it a little better. The trouble is finding it, as the ideal tote bag wears a lot of hats.…
Soy sauce is an umami-rich staple in many kitchens—or at the very least, an essential condiment to heighten the gustatory pleasure of eating sushi, stir-frys, and countless Asian-inspired dishes. Tamari, another soy-based sauce central to Japanese cuisine, might not get as much fanfare as its more ubiquitous counterpart. However, it’s well worth checking out if you want to take your taste buds for a richer (and potentially healthier) joyride. Ahead, we unpack the ins and outs of tamari vs. soy sauce. Discover their key similarities and differences, and share whether one is a more nutritious option than the other. What…
Whether it’s eating entire cucumbers, whipping up scrambled pancakes, or arranging egg flights, there’s no shortage of viral recipes on TikTok. The latest food inspiration? Rice paper croissants. Yep, TikTokers have taken to using rice paper to make gluten-free versions of their favorite flaky, buttery croissant. In case you’re not familiar, rice paper is a thin, translucent wrap that’s used in many traditional Asian dishes, such as spring rolls and dumplings. It’s typically made of tapioca flour, rice starch, salt, and water. Here, we break down exactly how to make a rice paper croissant and ask a dietitian to weigh…
You did it again—you agreed to go out for drinks with your BFF and her party friends even though you were planning to spend the evening marathoning reality shows in your pajamas, and socialization was the last thing on your mind. If you’ve ever caught yourself saying “yes” to every favor or invite—small or large—and letting others take advantage of you because you’re not sure how to set healthy emotional boundaries, you may be wondering how to stop being a people-pleaser. According to Emily Nader, LPC, a licensed therapist in Texas, fear might be the cause behind your people-pleasing tendencies.…
Name a bigger nuisance than a bug bite. (We’ll wait.) Around-the-ears buzzing and up-at-night itching might be summer’s least pleasant duo—and figuring out how to make the symptoms quit is equally as frustrating. If this dilemma has you perusing the insect repellent aisle lately, you’ve probably noticed that there are a lot of options to choose from, from different ingredients to different formats. Do you go for sprays or gels? Do itch-relief sticks actually work? And what’s the deal with DEET? Originally developed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture in the 1940s, DEET (or diethyltoluamide) has been the most widely…
Sneakers and stilettos don’t exactly go together like peanut butter and jelly, but that hasn’t stopped designers from trying. The latest attempt to give functional footwear a fashionable boost (literally) comes from the founder of Spanx, Sara Blakely, with the release of her new shoe line, Sneex. “I’ve been dreaming of inventing comfortable high heels since I started wearing them,” Blakely writes on the website. “I craved a completely new kind of shoe, something that sparked playfulness and made me excited to get dressed again.” The internet isn’t exactly sold on what Blakely delivered—Sneex went viral, and not in the…