June 15, 2019 at 04:00AM by CWC Mac-and-cheese, ramen, that yummy looking orange chicken at the Chinese restaurant down the street…why do the most irresistible foods have gluten? (Straight-up torture if you’re allergic or sensitive.) Fortunately, there’s always a workaround to getting exactly what you’re craving the GF way—it just requires a little research. Well,… Continue Reading →

June 13, 2019 at 10:49AM by CWC As far as healthy eating plans go, the Mediterranean diet is the gold standard in many experts’ eyes. Its benefits are extensive and backed by years of research, it’s not overly restrictive, and it’s pretty easy to follow. Plus, who wouldn’t love a plan that encourages carbs and… Continue Reading →

June 04, 2019 at 06:30PM by CWC What’s better than waking up to a batch of homemade pancakes on a Saturday morning? The answer is sleeping in, then making gluten-free pancakes that taste like the real thing. Since pancakes are a weekend staple no matter your dietary preferences, we thought we’d give this sweet classic… Continue Reading →

May 09, 2019 at 11:00AM by CWC Have you ever tried to make a better-for-you version of your favorite treat? Things can go awry even when you follow a recipe to a T, and swapping out ingredients can end in disaster. That’s why we’re launching Alt-Baking Bootcamp, Well+Good’s newest video series aiming to help you remake your… Continue Reading →

April 19, 2019 at 04:00AM by CWC If you’re Paleo, gluten-free, or have spent any time at all scrolling Pinterest for healthier versions of your fave baked goods, chances are you’ve been confronted with arrowroot powder. Wondering what the heck it is, what it tastes like, and if it’s even healthy? Look no further—all your… Continue Reading →

March 26, 2019 at 03:43AM by CWC If dunking chicken nuggets in pools of ketchup is an image that instantly transports you back to your childhood—same. But just because you’ve grown up doesn’t mean you have to leave that simple pleasure in the past. Enter: these gluten-free chicken fingers, created by Jessica Alba and Jennifer… Continue Reading →

February 24, 2019 at 06:00AM by CWC When Trader Joe’s released its mess-free cauliflower crust, it was an instant hit. Because let’s be honest: As nice as it would be to make a flawless homemade version, the end result is usually something that falls apart in your hands while you’re eating it (and leaves you… Continue Reading →

February 08, 2019 at 05:11AM by CWC Cutting out gluten has never been more mainstream than it is today (popular eating plans like Whole30 and Paleo require it), but for what? In the latest installment of our YouTube series You Versus Food devoted to debunking nutrition myths, registered dietician Tracy Lockwood-Beckerman gets real about the doughy… Continue Reading →

January 04, 2019 at 03:30AM Well+Good Council member McKel Hill is the master of recipes that taste so decadent, you’ll be surprised to find out how nutritious they can be. And while cookies aren’t exactly a health food, her recipe for gluten-free thumbprint cookies means you can satisfy your sweet tooth without the serious sugar… Continue Reading →

December 17, 2018 at 10:02AM There’s nothing worse than hitting the appetizer spread at a party only to find that pretty much everything will make you feel like you have to unbutton your jeans as soon as you get into your car. The solve? BYOA. Bring your own app, of course. With this delish sweet potato… Continue Reading →

November 18, 2018 at 11:20AM Photo: Grand Central Life & Style When actress Jennifer Esposito was diagnosed with Celiac disease seven years ago, she was understandably frustrated (Why does seemingly everything delicious have gluten?!), but determined to get to the bottom of her health issues. After cutting out gluten completely, she discovered she had even more… Continue Reading →

November 01, 2018 at 08:14AM Plenty of people choose to live a gluten-free lifestyle by choice, but for the 1 in 100 people worldwide who have celiac disease, avoiding bread, pasta, and other foods containing the problematic proteins is a must; it’s crucial to their health and wellbeing. If someone with the autoimmune disease accidentally eats gluten,… Continue Reading →

September 28, 2018 at 06:16AM By now, quinoa is pretty much a staple in every healthy gal’s pantry. And while the gluten-free grain definitely deserves all the props it receives, throwing it into your buddha bowls and veggie burgers week after week is sure to get a little boring eventually. The quinoa-fatigue fix? Switch up… Continue Reading →

June 26, 2019 at 12:07PM by CWC When we talk about the concept of “health,” we sometimes forget that our brains are part of the holistic wellness equation. Ancient modalities like yoga and meditation call upon the power of the organ between our ears to change our perspectives, and by extension, our lives. And functional… Continue Reading →

June 22, 2019 at 04:00AM by CWC Sorry, you can’t call your little backyard party a barbecue without a really great barbecue sauce. Unfortunately, most store-bought varieties contain more sugar than you’d think, and that’s why this healthy BBQ sauce recipe will take your next gathering to another level. There are a few components every… Continue Reading →

June 21, 2019 at 08:01AM by CWC Health experts the world over have been touting the benefits of eating fish for ages. Seafood is full of protein, healthy fats, and nutrients that promote optimal brain health, like vitamin D, vitamin B12, and omega-3 fatty acids—all reasons why fish is a mainstay of the Mediterranean diet…. Continue Reading →

June 20, 2019 at 06:30PM by CWC In the era of Instagram realness where people are ditching “I woke up like this” filtered perfection in favor of no-BS vignettes of their daily lives, that real talk hasn’t translated to one place: the bathroom. Well, the secret’s out: women poop. It seems obvious, so why is… Continue Reading →