Author: Richard C. Trotter

Celebrity chef Ina Garten is famous for her simple and reliable recipes, as well as her loving, long-term relationship with husband Jeffrey Garten. However, their journey together hasn’t always been smooth sailing, as Garten recently revealed during the press tour for her new memoir, Be Ready When The Luck Happens. Speaking Tuesday night at Washington D.C.’s Kennedy Center, Garten elaborated on the headline-generating revelation that she and Jeffrey once took a temporary break from their marriage back in the ’70s. “I came from such a difficult childhood. Jeffrey kind of brought me up,” Garten said. “He was like the parent,…

There’s no denying it: A lot is coming at us recently that can affect our mental health. There are natural disasters, mass shootings, and of course, a pivotal national election creeping ever closer. Fittingly, on World Mental Health Day, a nonprofit called Project Healthy Minds—which seeks to destigmatize the topic of mental health—today published the results of its 2024 Project Healthy Minds State of Mental Health Survey. The survey, conducted by The Harris Poll, involved 2,000 adults and asked about the top concerns affecting their mental state in the past year. The TL;DR is: You’re definitely not alone if the…

Looking for a workout that has speed, strength, and power wrapped into one? Try high-intensity interval training (HIIT), a method that packs a punch in a shorter amount of time compared to other exercise options. You can do it for just 10 minutes in the morning or take a quick 15-minute HIIT lunch break. If you’re a runner who wants to build up your endurance, adding HIIT to your routine can be an ideal way to mix things up—and benefit your miles. Here’s everything you need to know about HIIT for runners, according to a run coach and personal trainer.…

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 Few things capture the anticipation of the holidays quite like an advent calendar. Whether you’re eagerly awaiting Christmas, Hanukkah, or simply love a good surprise, these countdown companions offer a small, daily delight that makes the holiday season feel even more magical. Opening up a little door,…

Have you ever seen someone doing squats on a machine at the gym and wondered, “What the heck is that?” More than likely, they’re using a hack squat machine. If you’ve never heard of this contraption, you’re not alone. But you may want to listen up: Hack squats are a fantastic squat variation that’ll strengthen your lower body and keep you from getting bored of your regular old squat routine. But you don’t have to ditch the bodyweight squat just yet—it’s a classic for a reason. We chatted with trainers about the hack squat versus bodyweight squat, how you can…

I first experimented with wearing braids as a protective style during the pandemic. The style helped me maintain my thick, coily hair when I could not get my bi-weekly salon blowouts during the lockdown. I opted for long box braids—sleek, thick in width, and rope-like—similar to the version Janet Jackson wore in Poetic Justice. Besides helping me look and feel more put together with minimal effort, the ease box braids afforded me could not be discounted. The no-fuss style was the perfect choice for me, a low-maintenance woman who wanted an effortless style that looked polished. I loved the freedom…

We’ve all been there. You’re out on the town and one drink turns to two. Two drinks turn into another round with friends. Before you know it, you’ve had way more alcohol than you planned, and you might be looking to sober up. Lowering your blood alcohol levels naturally takes time, but could there be a solution to make the process faster? Entering the wellness space is Sure Shot—a functional beverage designed to lower blood alcohol concentration (or BAC) in as little as 30 minutes. We asked a doctor and food scientists how effective a product like this can be.…

☀️ From their go-to breakfasts to their meditative moments, Morning Person explores the get-ready routines of your favorite people. ☀️ SEE MORE Though Desiree (Des) Linden is a two-time Olympic marathoner, competing in the 2012 and 2016 Olympics, she might be most known for her steely 2018 Boston Marathon win. It was a lauded feat for two reasons: Linden was the first American woman to win since 1985 (and no American woman has won since), and the weather conditions that April day were remarkably bad—wind, rain, and temps in the upper 30s. It was the first time Linden’s trademark resilience…

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 split your workout time between cardio and strength training, you know the struggle of finding a shoe that can do both. Running shoes, with their squishy cushioning, often lack stability for basic lifts, and weightlifting shoes are far too stiff to even think about picking…

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 Amazon isn’t the only retailer bringing the heat with major sales this week—Walmart has entered the chat with its own blockbuster event. Now through October 13, Walmart’s Holiday Deals sale promises some jaw-dropping discounts of up to 50 percent off, and here’s the best part: you don’t…