Author: Richard C. Trotter
The tides seem to have shifted away from the damaging body-shaming practices of the early aughts. For the most part, supporting characters in your favorite new sitcoms no longer bear the brunt of unamusing “fat” jokes. Celebrities aren’t constantly lambasted in the media for their weight. Diet culture has been brought from a rolling boil to a gentle simmer. But body talk hasn’t come to a complete halt. It’s just popping up in other, more publicly acceptable, yet just as detrimental, ways. The ruse: compliments. It’s something Nohemi Lopez, RDN, has noticed repeatedly over the years as a registered dietitian…
As a digital nomad, I’m a big fan of remote work. My body, on the other hand, is not; it misses the ergonomics of a proper work set-up. Since mid-2021, I’ve become one of the millions of Americans dealing with stubborn lower back pain. In my case, it’s almost certainly fueled by sitting cross-legged or in other poor positions, hunched like a gargoyle over my laptop for hours in chairs that are simply not designed for computer work. Unfortunately, it’s had cascading repercussions on my knees and hips, eventually stopping me from being able to do some of the active,…
So long as you’ve built up some baseline level of mind-body connection, you might have a sound idea of which muscles you’re tapping during a specific exercise. You know that, for instance, deadlifts call on the backside of your legs because they always leave your hamstrings sore. Or maybe you can feel your pecs light up as you perform a fly. What’s not so clear: Your core is always at work in the background, regardless of the movement. In other words, every exercise you perform is technically a core exercise—if you do it properly. Experts In This Article Daniel McKenna,…
If you’re feeling a little more nostalgic than normal, your weekly horoscope for August 4 to 10, 2024 has an answer: Mercury retrograde! August 4 is one of the busiest days of the month, and it all begins with a new moon in Leo. This new moon invites you to connect with your authentic self, and can give you the boost of confidence you need to go after your dreams. Also on August 4, Venus, the planet of connection, enters picky Virgo. Try not to be overly critical of yourself or others over the next few weeks. On the bright…
While plant-based alternative milks have become increasingly trendy in recent years, the most common complaint about them is that they often don’t measure up in nutrition compared to dairy milk. The thing is, dairy milk might not be suitable for certain people, particularly those who are lactose intolerant. That’s where ultra-filtered milk comes in. This new-age milk is high in protein and calcium while containing no (or very little) lactose. But what is ultra-filtered milk, anyway? Two registered dietitians *whey* in to answer this question and more. What is ultra-filtered milk? “Ultra-filtered milk is a type of milk that has…
Between the green grass, birds chirping, and smiling faces, it’s easy to feel good at the park. Even better? It’s an ideal location for a workout with maximum benefits. Whether you’re a parent on a play date or a city-dweller craving some green space, we’ve put together a full-body park workout for you. We all know by now that regular physical activity is important for your health. What you may not know is that by taking your workout outside, you may get more bang for your buck. Most parks are considered green spaces, and according to the National Recreation and…
It’s a diagnosis no one wants to hear: cancer. And if you’re relatively young, this kind of news from your doctor can be especially shocking. According to new research, though, cancer diagnoses are on the rise among young adults. In an August 2024 Lancet Public Health analysis, researchers found Gen Xers and millennials (people born between 1965 and 1996) are more likely than older generations to be diagnosed with 17 different types of cancer. Here, an expert in cancer research and prevention explains what could be behind the rising numbers. Which types of cancers are being diagnosed more in younger…
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 Olympic gold medalist Alix Klineman is a beast in the world of beach volleyball. Her professional career has earned her international recognition and the coveted Olympian status. After the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Klineman stepped away…
If you keep seeing TikToks about “moon face” or “cortisol face” and are wondering what the heck that means, well, welcome to the club. I was confused myself until I recently went down a social media rabbit hole, where I discovered videos (with thousands of views, BTW) of people showing their swollen, puffy faces and blaming too-high levels of the stress hormone cortisol. After sharing tales of woe, and a few “before” and “after” pics, many posters end their videos with not-so-discreet callouts to buy their ebook, use their products, or “learn more at the link in bio,” so viewers…
Managing a chronic health condition can feel like a full-time job because…it is one. There’s the daily work of ensuring you take your medication, monitoring your symptoms, and scheduling regular follow-ups with your provider. Then, you need to fulfill the basic needs of getting enough sleep, exercising, and eating well, as well as focus on all of the other things that make you feel like yourself. It ain’t easy, but there are ways to make managing a chronic illness easier. For years, I’ve worked with people who feel consumed with the task of managing diabetes. I assure you that despite…