February 18, 2019 at 07:00AM by CWC There’s this place in LA where you can literally drink the extract of a mountain ant, which has adaptogenic properties and can give you an energy boost. I know this, because I did a shot of mountain ant in the name of wellness. (And so I could post… Continue Reading →

February 14, 2019 at 09:18AM by CWC If you have crazy-terrible PMS every month (cramps, mood swings, low energy, the works!) you’ve probably tried literally everything to make it less terrible. Heating pad? Check. Magnesium supplement? Check. Dairy-free ice cream? Check. But one lesser-known PMS remedy that probably should be in your arsenal: vitex. If… Continue Reading →

February 04, 2019 at 08:48AM by CWC It seems like anytime you read about some sort of health issues, inflammation (a defensive mechanism your immune system activates automatically to deal with what it deems to be “foreign substances” in your system) is mentioned in passing if not the actual focus. Aside from creating bodily discomfort through… Continue Reading →

January 11, 2019 at 10:45AM by CWC 2019 thus far seems to be the year of “what’s old is new again.” The Mediterranean diet has made a comeback, people are starting to be okay with carbs again, and Cookie Monster (yup, the very same) is suddenly a wellness icon. And when it comes to your… Continue Reading →

January 03, 2019 at 01:12PM Whether you’re deep into marathon training or hit the ground running a little too eagerly pursuing those #NewYearNewYou goals, muscle soreness happens to the best of us. While soaking in an Epsom salt bath can work wonders, there’s another secret weapon worth having in your back pocket: ginkgo biloba. Never… Continue Reading →

October 24, 2018 at 05:16AM Staying on top of every hot-off-Instagram beauty ingredient (looking at you, squalane and CBD) is fun—but sometimes following the latest skin-care buzz can make you miss out on the natural cure-alls people have been swearing by for centuries. Like, for instance, ginseng. You might be familiar with the knobby herb’s… Continue Reading →

February 22, 2019 at 08:45AM by CWC Having your doctor raise their eyebrows when looking over your charts isn’t exactly the greatest feeling. Having them tell you to lay off the salt (and all the salty foods you love like ramen and popcorn) because your blood pressure is too high? Even worse. According to the… Continue Reading →

February 22, 2019 at 07:35AM by CWC Everyone and their Italian grandmother seem to be following the Mediterranean diet right now. (Before it was just the grandmas.) Unlike some other eating plans, this one is tried-and-true, beloved by doctors for its cardiovascular benefits. High in fruits and veggies, healthy fats, protein, the occasional glass of… Continue Reading →

February 21, 2019 at 02:15PM by CWC Real talk: My body clock has not been working with me and my Eastern Standard Time way of life lately. I’ve been sending out middle-of-the-night texts like I’m in college again, just searching for a soul to communicate with and help me pass the time. Not even my trustiest… Continue Reading →

February 21, 2019 at 12:46PM by CWC In 2019, there is seemingly little that CBD can’t solve. Feeling anxious? Sip a CBD latte. Need to wear an uncomfy pair of high heels? Slather the stuff on your feet in balm form. Want to ramp up your romps in the hay? Slap some CBD lube on… Continue Reading →

February 21, 2019 at 10:53AM by CWC It only takes a quick stroll down the colorful cereal aisle of your supermarket to realize most of those boxes don’t contain anything worthy of starting your day with. Most options are basically candy in disguise. In fact, according to the Environmental Working Group, many favorites—including Froot Loops… Continue Reading →