Author: Richard C. Trotter
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 Not-so-fun fact: Many of the nonstick coatings that sit atop your favorite pots and pans are… not great for your health. Sure, we’ve come a long way since Teflon, with many brands exploring new ways of creating cookware that’s easy to clean up minus any chemicals or…
A splash of olive oil is typically the first thing to hit the pan the moment I start cooking. With a smoke point of around 400ºF, a little bit of olive oil goes a long way—from kickstarting the Maillard reaction for perfectly crispy and charred foods to dressing up a simple vinaigrette. The ubiquitous, versatile, relatively affordable oil, has long been a mainstay in my kitchen. But according to Daniel Humm, a plant-based chef and the club culinary officer of the newly-launched brand Algae Cooking Club, EVOO may soon be dethroned from its reigning spot in my pantry. Yep, there’s…
When you think about working out to relieve stress, classic “relaxing” routines like yoga or tai chi may come to mind. However, your go-to Pilates routine can also help you reduce stress and anxiety in powerful ways. Pilates has re-emerged as a popular workout trend in 2024 (interest in floor Pilates, for instance, has grown by 37 percent over the past year, per consumer data company Glimpse)—and there’s good reason why. Not only is Pilates designed to improve your strength and flexibility, but it can promote a mind-body connection that can help reduce stress. Here’s what to know about the…
Looking for a quick and healthy lunch option? Meet my go-to nourish bowl to make during the week! You all know I love Japanese-inspired flavours, and this one hits all the right notes of umami and sweetness. It stars succulent salmon coated in a honey-tamari marinade paired with steamed broccoli and a burst of lemon juice, all served over a bed of wholesome brown rice. Sprinkle with sesame seeds for a nourishing, delicious meal that’s packed with nutrients… divine! Ingredients: 2 (280g) salmon fillets, cubed 1 tsp arrowroot flour, or flour of choice 2 tbsp honey 2 tbsp tamari 2…
Who doesn’t love fritters?! Crispy and comforting, these are packed with juicy peas and salty halloumi cheese, all nestled in a golden brown shell that’s pure crunch heaven. This recipe makes enough for at least 4 serves and reheats beautifully, which means it’s also a great option for your Sunday meal prep. Simply reheat your fritters before serving… this one is irresistible! Enjoy, Jess x Ingredients: 2 zucchini ½ tsp sea salt 1 ½ cups frozen peas 225g halloumi, grated 3 spring onions, finely chopped ½ bunch basil, leaves picked & finely chopped 1 lemon,…
I was about 20 feet into Heartbreak Hill, the infamous climb at mile 20 of the Boston Marathon, when I saw a kid handing out frozen Otter Pops. I’d been determined to conquer this hill—I had trained specifically for it—but my parched mouth, aching feet, and overheated everything were screaming for a walk break. Just walk with purpose, I thought to myself, recalling the words of my online running coach. I grabbed a neon blue pop, and after taking a few purposeful steps while I downed the frozen sugar, I charged up the rest of the hill, undoubtedly making it…
Have an extra starting salary to spare? Equinox has announced a new “full health optimization” membership that costs $3,000 per month, or a whopping $40,000 per year. Called Optimize by Equinox, the program is a collaboration between the luxury gym and a lab testing and insights company called Function Health. It combines Equinox’s gym membership, personal training, and fitness assessments with Function Health’s panel of lab tests and analysis, along with lifestyle coaching and some other goodies. It’s the latest entry in the buzzy precision medicine, longevity healthcare, and optimization space. (Hello, personalized AI fitness!) Serena Williams recently backed one…
When it comes to functional strength training, some of the best exercises are the ones that carry over directly into your real-life movements. (Think: squats, which help you stand up from sitting on the toilet, and push-ups, which help you press yourself up and out of bed.) Step-ups are another perfect example. Every time you walk up a flight of stairs, hike up a hill, step up into an SUV, or even get up from kneeling, you’re doing a version of a step-up. Step-ups are such a good indicator of physical fitness that researchers use step-ups to gauge leg muscle…
Mothers mold us. Sometimes this effect is subtle—like how you crinkle your nose just like she does when you laugh, or how you drink leftover pickle juice from the jar because that’s what your mom always does when it’s empty. Other times, a mother’s impact can be more profound, leaving you with lasting emotional and psychological idiosyncrasies. The more damaging of these effects are sometimes referred to as “mother wounds,” a type of childhood attachment trauma1. “I conceptualize [a mother wound] as a mental, emotional, or spiritual wound,” says Kate Truitt, PhD, licensed clinical psychologist. A mother wound isn’t a…
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 Memorial Day is quickly approaching, and you know what that means: the unofficial start of summer and all it brings: backyard barbecues, beach picnics, and a bevy of Memorial Day sales. The holiday isn’t until Monday, May 27, but you don’t have to wait to score discounts—some…