January 25, 2020 at 04:00PM by CWC When it comes to postural issues, your shoulders carry a lot of weight—they can be rounded, your weight distribution in the shoulders can be off-center, or they can simply be tight, which can throw off the rest of your body’s alignment. But, according
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What it’s really like to spend 24 hours at an Ayurvedic wellness retreat
January 25, 2020 at 02:00PM by CWC After a particularly busy month, I deemed myself in need of some deep pampering. I’d been burning the candle at both ends, doing extra work during the day, and attending events in the evenings. I was getting a lot done and having a
I went to India and got the perfect inflammation-fighting winter recipe—and it’s 100% vegan
January 25, 2020 at 12:00PM by CWC When I was invited on a a 10-day tour of India, the thing I was most excited about was the food. In the weeks leading up to the trip, I dreamt of the curries and masalas I would sample, and made a lengthy
These 10 recipes will make you want to eat protein-packed tempeh every day
January 25, 2020 at 02:00AM by CWC With all the different types of plant-based protein you can choose from, tempeh might not be your first choice… mostly because it can be hard to know what the heck to do with it. Made from fermented soybeans, it’s not only a gut-friendly
I’m a Parisian facialist, and I think this French-girl drugstore buy is super overrated
January 25, 2020 at 01:00AM by CWC Of all the ways to wash your face, micellar water just might be the easiest on the market. The cleansing staple has garnered quite the reputation for gently removing makeup and gunk from your skin, working on all skin types, and being so
Navigating the complicated world of ‘Instagram therapy’
January 25, 2020 at 12:00AM by CWC “The early bird gets to cry for a little bit longer in the work parking lot.” When looking at this Instagram post shared by the account mytherapistsays and liked more than 100,000 times, it’s hard to believe Instagram was once a medium used
The ‘Year of the Rat’ launches a new 60-year cycle—here’s what to expect
January 24, 2020 at 11:00PM by CWC Lunar New Year arrives January 25. With it, out goes the Year of the Pig and in comes the Year of the Rat, the first year in a brand new 60-year cycle. “This is going to be a big point of transition,” says
What ‘aging gracefully’ means for 6 real women of every generation
January 24, 2020 at 10:00PM by CWC The phrase “aging gracefully” is often used ironically. It means staying—and more importantly, looking—young no matter the number of birthdays you’ve celebrated. Award-winning author Georgia Clark, 40, founded Generation Women, a monthly event in New York City dedicated to intergenerational storytelling, as a
A CrossFit coach says ‘MCI’ is the acronym to remember for nonstop progress at the gym
January 24, 2020 at 09:00PM by CWC Unless you have a natural-born talent for heavy weight-lifting or 5-minute miles, you’ll have to begin, well, at the beginning. The CrossFit approach known as ‘MCI’ (mechanics-consistency-intensity) teaches you measured progress that values longevity over immediate gains. And Maillard Howell, owner of CrossFit Prospect
A key part of healthy aging: eating more protein
January 24, 2020 at 07:00PM by CWC There’s no denying it: protein is massively important for your health. Whether you’re a vegan or an omnivore, the protein you eat helps build muscles, make enzymes and hormones to keep your body’s systems functioning properly, sustains healthy energy levels, and offers countless
What angel numbers mean, and why seeing them everywhere is great news
January 24, 2020 at 06:00PM by CWC Ever noticed yourself stumbling upon repeating number sequences like 111, 555, or 777…basically everywhere? Like, let’s say you wake up from a nap at 2:22 p.m., then you buy a coffee for $2.22, then you watch a movie that’s 2 hours and 22
The CARS method loosens up your neck tension better than any stretch
January 24, 2020 at 05:01PM by CWC You’ll be hard-pressed to find someone that hasn’t experienced tech neck or neck tension before. This is why any tip for neck decompression or fixing neck alignment is worth incorporating into any recovery routine, stat. But, out of all the tension-busting methods out
This low-sugar, gluten-free banana bread will be your new favorite breakfast
January 24, 2020 at 04:40PM by CWC If you stick to a gluten-free diet—whether it’s by choice or because you have Celiac disease—you already know buying a gluten-free pastry at a café or bakery is a bit of a gamble. Because the structure of most baked goods comes from gluten
The 1 type of orgasm that’s easiest for vulva-owners to reach—and fast
January 24, 2020 at 03:00PM by CWC The unfortunate truth that the orgasm gap presents is that for people with vulvas, climaxing is rarely as easy as the “oh, oh, oh!” portrayal it often gets in pop culture. In fact, a 2017 study published in the Archives of Sexual Behavior found that
Turn out the lights: New studies show energy-efficient bulbs can damage skin
January 24, 2020 at 02:00PM by CWC A teeny, tiny “I told you so” secretly sparked within me when I heard that there are studies showing that visible light—the kind you see flooding out of fluorescent office fixtures or LED bulbs—could be damaging your skin. After years of welcoming guests
I’m an RD, and these are the most common questions I get asked about plant-based eating
January 24, 2020 at 01:00PM by CWC If you’re thinking about going plant-based, you probably have a lot of questions. Like, where do you even start? Well, registered dietitians certainly know the struggle. Their clients ask them the same questions all the time, and that’s good news for you. There’s
How to do wheel pose the right way, straight from a yoga pro
January 24, 2020 at 12:00PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4F4lTh09Z5E] Form is everything in yoga (technically, form is everything in any workout, but that goes double for the centuries-old postures). Misplacing a limb (even slightly) on your yoga mat, especially with repetition, can really work against you over time. And that’s
It’s true, stress can turn your hair gray—and now scientists know why
January 24, 2020 at 02:00AM by CWC The term Marie Antoinette syndrome comes from a particularly grim time in Marie Antoinette’s life; it doesn’t refer to eating macarons soundtracked to Gang of Four as Sofia Coppola might have you believe. See, when Marie Antoinette was awaiting execution, her beautiful strawberry
The low-residue diet is super, super low in fiber—so why do doctors prescribe it?
January 24, 2020 at 01:00AM by CWC With probiotics, prebiotics, and bone broth on everyone’s minds these days, it’s no secret that gut health has become one of the biggest focal points of the health and nutrition world. A key player at the center of the good gut conversation: fiber.
The gross reason a dermatologist wants you to clean your glasses every day
January 24, 2020 at 12:00AM by CWC Every time you experience a breakout, your mind goes into detective-mode, trying to figure out what went wrong and caused the pimple that popped up on your face. Well, while there are always plenty of possibilities, one is pretty straight-forward: You’re not cleaning
I’m a PT, and I stretch for 5 minutes every day—here’s why that’s the magic number
January 24, 2020 by CWC I always decide how long I’m going to stretch for based on the scenario. If it’s the end of a workout class and we have one minute to stretch things out, that’s all I’ll do. If I’m working out on my own, it all depends
What’s really inside a multivitamin? An RD weighs in
January 23, 2020 at 08:30PM by CWC In a perfect world, you’d eat deliciously healthy meals made with only the freshest, most nutritious ingredients three times a day. But this is reality, and sometimes lunch looks more like an on-the-go protein bar than a sit-down veggie bowl. That’s why Tracy
Home births are risky. Why are more women choosing them?
January 23, 2020 at 09:30PM by CWC If you run with a wellness-minded crew, home births are likely something you’ve talked about with your friends—or seen an influencer discuss on social media. Because choosing to give birth at home is not necessarily a thing reserved for the most crunchy-granola of
If you use just one ingredient to treat chapped lips, derms say to make it this
January 23, 2020 at 08:00PM by CWC Lip balm is one of those products that is critical to have on hand at all times, particularly during the colder months. If you’re anything like me, you’ve got a bedside balm, a desk balm, and individual balms in every bag you own
Dame just launched a curved vibrator that’ll make your G-spot orgasm dreams come true
January 23, 2020 at 07:00PM by CWC Dame Products’ co-founders Alexandra Fine and Janet Lieberman are on our list of wellness Changemakers for a number of reasons, and the company’s just-launched, easy-to-use, innovative sex toy provides even more evidence. The Dame Arc is the brand’s first G-spot-targeting sex toy, and
The 6 healthiest cereals to always stock in your pantry, according to a dietitian
January 23, 2020 at 06:30PM by CWC Did anyone else find immeasurable joy in the mini boxes of Lucky Charms, Frosted Flakes, and Cap’n Crunch as a kid? (It can’t just be me!) Now that you’re all grown up and shopping for cereal with the nutrition label in mind, it
Credit cards can actually be great for your financial wellness—if you use them responsibly
January 23, 2020 at 06:00PM by CWC I didn’t receive a robust financial education from my parents while growing up, but my mom did offer one piece of advice that stuck with me: Credit cards are like guys who post shirtless mirror selfies on dating apps. That is, they’re to
The Grammys gift bag is packed with wellness goodies—here’s what’s inside
January 23, 2020 at 06:00PM by CWC As if attending the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards wasn’t cool enough—the glitz! the glamour!—there’s now another reason why scoring a seat would be the ultimate win: You get a Grammys gift bag that’s jam-packed with wellness goodies. Now, don’t get me wrong. Awards
Here’s what kind of rebellious Aquarius you are, according to your moon sign
January 23, 2020 at 05:00PM by CWC Aquarians (those born between January 19 and February 18) are known to be highly independent, a little bit quirky, and with a tendency to spend a lot of time in their own head. In other words, they can be tough to figure out.
We asked Well+Good readers their thoughts on recovery—here’s what they had to say
January 23, 2020 at 04:26PM by CWC Recovery is a hot topic among fitness folk: What does “active recovery” really look like? How many rest days should you take anyway? Is there really a right way to foam roll? The questions around this should-be-rejuvenating part of your workout routine never