February 20, 2020 at 02:00AM by CWC There’s been a lot of effort in the last few years to give Mercury retrograde a positive rebrand. You know, it’s a transit that allows you to slow down, reconnect to people with whom you’ve lost touch, energetically cleanse… blah, blah, blah. I’d believe
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Gluten digestion supplements aren’t a magic pill for people with intolerances, according to experts
February 20, 2020 at 01:00AM by CWC We all know someone—or probably a lot of someones—who don’t eat gluten. In all likelihood, that someone may even be you. As of 2017, 3.1 million Americans reported actively avoiding this protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. (We’re willing to bet that by
Derms say this kind of foundation is the best for sensitive or acne-prone skin
February 20, 2020 at 12:30AM by CWC Liquid, cream, loose powder, pressed powder, cream-to-powder—there are so many different types of foundation. With each coming in different finishes and levels of coverage, it can be hard to figure out which one works best for you. Mineral foundation is often overlooked, but
How to convince everyone you have naturally thick, full lashes in 6 easy steps
February 20, 2020 at 12:15AM by CWC From mascara and extensions to magnetic falsie strips and lifts, we’re always trying to figure out how to get thick lashes with wow factor. And here at Well+Good, our beauty editors have tried just about everything to find the fastest ways to get
Watch out SoulCycle: Barry’s is offering spin classes now, too—and here’s what I thought when I tried it
February 20, 2020 at 12:00AM by CWC In November of last year, Barry’s quietly dropped the word “Bootcamp” from its name. It came by way of a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it Instagram post, declaring that from here on out, they were “officially on a first name basis.” And now, we know why: The
Thermal wellness is about to become the next must-know metric
February 19, 2020 at 09:00PM by CWC Way before we turned to Megaformers and Theraguns in an attempt to achieve wellbeing, cultures around the world relied on far more simplistic measures to keep them feeling good—things like heat and cold, for instance. Sweating it out in saunas and dipping into
The 12 most common sex mistakes keeping you from your orgasm
February 19, 2020 at 08:01PM by CWC This is super embarrassing to admit, but once upon a time I was known for bragging about my “abilities” to orgasm easily. Then, poof! My superpower disappeared. Now, just like many other vulva-owners I know, I’ve started having trouble orgasming on command. It’s
Why Italian skin care is like the Mediterranean diet for your complexion
February 19, 2020 at 05:00PM by CWC If you’ve ever been to Italy, you understand how beautiful it is—it’s verdant, markets are filled with fresh fruit (like lemon, the country’s staple), and rich scents of rosemary and tomatoes waft through the air. Given that Italy plays host to such varied,
I haven’t worn pants all winter, thanks to these under-$100 faux leather leggings
February 19, 2020 at 04:00PM by CWC Putting on real pants is never a particularly appealing task, but during the hibernation that takes place from January to March, it often feels downright impossible. Thankfully, it’s become socially acceptable to wear athleisure almost everywhere, but there are still a handful of
The key to enjoying a plant-based diet is embracing food inclusion, not restriction
February 19, 2020 at 04:00PM by CWC Back in the late 2000s—way before everyone was obsessed with oat milk and Beyond burgers—a facialist recommended that I cut back on my dairy and meat consumption for the sake of my skin. At the time, I felt like she was sentencing me
3 self-love tips for accepting who you are right now—not who you wish you could be
February 19, 2020 at 03:00PM by CWC The critical mass of messaging about self-love that’s circulating right now has conditioned a number of us to believe that it’s a state of being waiting to be achieved. That, maybe, if we just try really hard and do the right workout and
The mistake of assuming mindfulness is for other people
February 19, 2020 at 02:00PM by CWC It’s Monday morning and I’m sitting at my work desk. In my inbox, dozens of emails await and I have a slew of meetings crammed into an already jam-packed day. I feel my body start to tighten, succumbing to the stress, so I
Why it’s so easy to feel jealous of other families, even into adulthood
February 19, 2020 at 01:00PM by CWC Growing up, I couldn’t understand why my mother held me to what felt like a zillion rules and regulations, and I desperately wanted her to be more like my friends’ parents. I remember feeling jealous of a friend whose parents let us eat
Here’s what a healthy chef puts in his 5-minute anti-inflammatory salad dressing
February 19, 2020 at 10:00AM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTUeyLGyjkk] Hot take: Salad dressing is the differentiator between a homemade salad that tastes like you paid $20 for it, or a bland bowl of greens you’re ready to toss in the trash after a few bites. But if you’ve been nervous
5 dietitian-approved tips for using Trader Joe’s ‘Everything But The Elote’ seasoning
February 19, 2020 at 03:00AM by CWC There’s a new spice in the aisle at Trader Joe’s, and its name is Everything But The Elote. Like the idea behind Trader Joe’s Everything But The Bagel seasoning before it, the goal was bottling the mouth-watering flavor of a beloved staple. This
Ever wonder what to do before getting a tattoo? We asked the pros for you
February 19, 2020 at 02:00AM by CWC I walked in to get my first tattoo with five of my best friends, a grainy photo of an infinity sign from Pinterest, and zero idea what I was in for. Spoiler alert: That wasn’t the right way to play it. Knowing what
How my endometriosis diagnosis taught me the importance of respecting my own limits
February 19, 2020 at 01:00AM by CWC My mother and my grandmother were my first introduction to superheroes. They overcame various adversities as African American women migrating from the South to NYC for a better life. They always taught me when I encounter moments which seem impossible, I can overcome
$10 billion for climate change is a start, but here’s why I expect more from Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos
February 19, 2020 at 12:00AM by CWC On Monday, Jeff Bezos, the richest person in the world, announced he’s committing $10 billion to fund solutions for battling climate change with the creation of the Bezos Earth Fund. “Climate change is the biggest threat to our planet. I want to work
The 5 best strength-training moves to help you sit up straighter, according to a physical therapist
February 18, 2020 at 11:30PM by CWC If you’re like many office workers, you probably spend a significant amount of time at your desk. And that means one thing: slouching. While you can stretch your way to better posture, one of the best solutions for sitting up straighter is amping
This $220 ‘royal jelly’ facial is fit for a queen—here’s what you need to know
February 18, 2020 at 11:02PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NsIghfE9Ixg] Let’s have a quick entomology lesson. Honey bees make a substance called royal jelly that’s used to feed queen bees. It’s all a developing queen bee eats. Aside from literally being food for the monarch, royal jelly is also seriously great
The average American woman spends 51 minutes cooking every day—here’s how to cut that time in half
February 18, 2020 at 10:30PM by CWC In today’s edition of The Patriarchy Sucks, the United States Department of Agriculture reports that women spend an average of 51 minutes per day cooking and cleaning. Men, on the other hand, spend just 22 minutes preparing for and tidying up after a
The 4 most important things to look for on a nutrition label, according to a top dietitian
February 18, 2020 at 09:00PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQIqrnCKSYE] Noticed that nutrition labels look a little differently these days? Here’s a dietitian’s rundown on the updated label. Real talk: I haven’t looked at a nutrition label since, like, the ’90s which, it turns out, was the last time they were
How one woman is helping Black mothers thrive through plant-based foods
February 18, 2020 at 01:30PM by CWC Taylor Johnson-Gordon is on a mission to help Millennial Black mothers feed their families plant-based food—and to shorten their to-do list in the process. Through Sistah of the Yam, she offers guidance and support with everything from meal planning to shopping lists to
New research strengthens the connection between the Mediterranean diet and longevity
February 18, 2020 at 07:00PM by CWC When it comes to living a long, healthy life, there’s a few major factors that researchers continually see pop up. Having a sense of purpose, feeling connected to family and friends, and regularly moving your body are all big ones. Of course what
5 ways to cope with the mid-winter blues, because we’re in the thick of the season
February 18, 2020 at 06:00PM by CWC The start of winter is exciting, at least on some level, thanks to all the holidays and parties that come with them. But once the holiday season (and holiday party season) passes, for many, so too does the sheen of novelty tied to
Elite athletes use this underwater breath technique to boost athletic performance
February 18, 2020 at 05:00PM by CWC A few weeks ago, I did the weirdest thing of my life to date: I learned how to hold my breath under water. And no, it wasn’t the 30-second amateur stuff you master for youth swim meets—it was full minutes without oxygen. I’ll
4 hair-care essentials that will take any routine up a notch
February 18, 2020 at 04:00PM by CWC Our skin pretty much steals all the beauty spotlight. According to Dianna Cohen, founder of the new hair-care brand Crown Affair, however, your hair deserves just as much attention. And in keeping with the less-is-more vibes reverberating through skin care, that doesn’t mean
Why your favorite grab-and-go snack is moving to the refrigerator section
February 18, 2020 at 03:00PM by CWC The refrigerated section at the grocery store is getting pretty crowded these days. First there were new alt-milks to compete with dairy milk and old standbys like soy and almond milk, then a variety of new alt-cheeses, meats, and yogurts popped up. And
I adopted my partner’s favorite hobby as my own—am I losing myself in my relationship?
February 18, 2020 at 02:00PM by CWC It’s Saturday morning, and I’m waiting in line at REI to buy $80 climbing shoes when I realize something: There’s a very real chance my boyfriend and I are morphing into the same human being. That’s because a year ago, I would have
Drop what you’re doing: It turns out procrastination isn’t always a result of laziness
February 18, 2020 at 01:00PM by CWC If you’re a living, breathing human, there’s a pretty good chance you’ve procrastinated on something at some point in time. Whether with little things, like doing chores and running errands, or bigger-deal personal checkpoints like hitting career goals, the inclination to put off