Author: Richard C. Trotter
When your energy stores are running low (like, really low), stretching out that much-needed caffeine buzz from your morning cuppa is a non-negotiable. This is even more imperative if having more than one cup of coffee irritates your stomach (hi, endless hours of acid reflux). But according to food scientists, drinking more coffee isn’t necessarily the solution to get you through a mid-day slump. In fact, there are a few ways to hack your caffeine intake to keep that energy “high” going well past your first sip of the day. Ahead, we’re sharing seven ways to stay as energized as…
An apple a day keeps the doctor away. Or, if you’re more into pills than pome fruits, a multivitamin should do the trick—or so the supplement industry wants you to think. But according to research, the conventional idea that taking a multivitamin is something proactive you can do to support your health and longevity might not hold much water. A study published Wednesday in JAMA that included almost 400,000 people and followed those people for nearly 30 years found that the participants who took daily multivitamins were no less likely to have died in that time period than the people who…
Leaning into menopause isn’t for the faint of heart. While it’s a completely normal phase of life (most people with a uterus will experience it at some point), those hormone fluctuations can still create a cascade of symptoms. For me, the worst of them is mood swings. A dip in estrogen can cause issues with your feel-good neurotransmitter serotonin, leading to symptoms like depression, anxiety, or irritability in menopausal people, per Johns Hopkins Medicine. One moment, I’m just fine, and then the next, I’m completely depleted of my patience. Add to that the daily stressors of middle age (raising my…
Building strength doesn’t always need to be complicated or involve fancy gym machines; a simple full-body dumbbell workout can target all your major muscle groups just as effectively. “Using a set of dumbbells for a full-body workout provides extra opportunities to challenge your body and combine movements (like a squat to a press) that will add a cardiovascular component to increase efficiency, difficulty, and calorie burn,” says Izzi Lynn, instructor at Barry’s Bootcamp and host of our Movement of the Month Club focusing on dumbbells. “Having a set of weights makes it a lot easier to work the entire body…
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 Unlike contour palettes or pigments, contour sticks take the guesswork out of achieving a sculpted makeup look. They add definition to the face with as little as a simple swipe or two of product along the jawline, hollows of the cheeks, or on the temples—all you have…
Balance isn’t just about standing on one foot; it’s crucial for everyday movements, and dumbbell balance exercises can play a big role in enhancing it. Incorporating dumbbells into your workout routine not only builds strength but also challenges your body to maintain stability under uneven loads. This subtle yet effective shift can significantly improve your coordination and proprioception, making you more adept at handling the physical demands of daily life. From carrying groceries to navigating uneven sidewalks, better balance makes everything easier. “I say this all the time—balance will keep us young!” says Izzi Lynn, instructor at Barry’s Bootcamp and…
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 We’ll be the first to say it: getting older is a gift, and wrinkles on your face are nothing to be ashamed of. Embracing fine lines is a reminder of the life you’ve lived thus far, and how much you’ve grown and experienced. But it’s also your…
Shin splints can throw a wrench in your running plans. And that’s equally frustrating whether you’re full-on training for a race or just looking forward to clearing your mind on a leisurely 5K. When that all-too-familiar pang in your shins strikes the moment you hit the pavement, it might be tempting to try to ignore it for the sake of salvaging your run. But running with shin splints isn’t the smartest idea. Here, experts explain why running through shin splints can only make matters worse. First things first: What are shin splints? Before we get to why you shouldn’t run…
You just spent a day at the beach and now your lips are red, puffy, and basically feel like they’re on fire. So…should you be concerned? You might be dealing with sun poisoning on your lips, which is basically an extremely bad sunburn that can cause body-wide symptoms if not addressed quickly. “The lips are especially susceptible to sunburn and sun damage,” says Azadeh Shirazi, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in La Jolla, California. Not only is the skin on your lips ultra-thin and delicate, it doesn’t have as much protective pigment (aka, melanin) compared to the skin on other parts…
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 Independence Day is right around the corner, and you know what that means: 4th of July mattress sales. It really is one of the best times of year to get yourself a new mattress, so we highly recommend checking out what’s on the table this year in…