Author: Richard C. Trotter
If you have psoriasis, it sometimes feels like you’d do anything to relieve that never-ending itch. The chronic skin condition happens when your skin cells multiply too quickly—leaving you with thick, scaly patches called plaques. While you may find yourself scratching at all hours of the day, itchiness can be particularly noticeable when you first wake up in the morning. This is why a morning routine for psoriasis can be essential. Besides itching, psoriasis can come with other uncomfortable symptoms like skin and joint pain, nail issues, or inflammation—depending on the type, per the Mayo Clinic. While there’s no cure…
Whether you’re a meal prep extraordinaire or stick to a standard salad or sammie for lunch each day, having a variety of toppings on hand is key to zhuzh up your plate. Spices, seasonings, and condiments each have their merits to bring flair and flavor to even the most bland dishes; and so, too, do fresh and pickled produce. One such veggie that doesn’t get a ton of airtime (but IMHO should) is the humble banana pepper. It packs a satisfying blend of sweetness and spice, enriching dishes and dips with unexpected zest. Unfamiliar with banana peppers? They’re a cultivar…
Content warning: This story contains references to restrictive eating practices, which may be upsetting or triggering for some readers. As a dietitian, I’m in the business of helping people improve their health, but just like everyone else, I also contend with negative self-talk. For me, it’s my acne-ridden skin. For years, I was plagued with thoughts about how people perceived me: Will people think I’m credible when my skin looks like this? I’ve had acne since puberty and have done. It. All. to find a solution to my skin issues. After trying a smattering of medications and topical treatments—some with…
You’ve got a continuous glucose monitor telling you your blood sugar levels are up. Now you’re stressing. Too much blood sugar is bad, right? And you didn’t realize that brown rice would make your levels rise that much. Is it too high? Should you give up carbs, or drink a shot of vinegar? You don’t have diabetes, but it was suggested by your favorite influencer as a high-tech method to hack your metabolic health. Yet all this data has left you more confused than ever. Of course, blood sugars are an important piece of your overall health. There are valid…
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 Time and technology have taught us that, when it comes to pleasure, there are many paths we can take to achieve ultimate satisfaction. In terms of oral sex, some will argue that nothing beats the real thing, while others pleasure-seekers swear by their favorite tongue vibrators. Whether…
If you’re the sort of person who has a “care team”—you know, doctors, physical therapists, a personal trainer, maybe a masseuse or two—wouldn’t it be nice if they could all communicate with each other to know what’s going on with your health, and were all part of the same seamless organization, digitally and IRL? That’s what the original co-founder and former CEO of Whole Foods, John Mackey, is betting people will pay big bucks for with his latest venture: a health, fitness, and wellness members club called Love.Life. Like, $50,000 per year big. Love.Life opened the doors to its 45,000…
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 College—the final frontier! Well, unless you’re headed back to college to grab another degree (we see you, over-achievers). Regardless of where you are in your educational journey, there’s no doubt that the right gear can set you up for success. And whether you’re hauling textbooks, sports equipment, or art…
If you get pain during sex or after sex once in a while, it’s usually no big deal. Maybe you just went a little rougher than usual, are too dry, or are about to get your period and are a little more sensitive “down there.” You may feel this pain in your vulva, pelvis, or even back. But what does it mean if you have stomach pain after sex if you’re female (or have a vagina)? “If the pain occurs just once and doesn’t recur, it may not be a cause for concern. Sometimes, it could be due to rough…
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’ll be honest: I am as good as married to my Dyson Supersonic blowdryer and swear by it whether my hair is curly or straight. So I was incredibly intrigued when I learned that Dyson would be releasing its first-ever line of hair products called Dyson Chitosan—a two-part…
Astrologically, things are messy AF thanks to Mercury retrograde… and it’s about to get even more dramatic with the full moon in Aquarius on August 19, 2024 at 2:26 p.m. EDT. With the sun moving through dramatic Leo and the moon sitting across the sky in boundary-breaking Aquarius, the cosmic tension is palpable. Aquarius is a fixed air sign, which puts you in a more cerebral mood under these moonbeams. You may find yourself reflecting on Aquarius-related topics like your ideals, the future, the collective, and your community. Aquarius is ruled by Saturn, the planet of limitations, time, and responsibility—making…