September 28, 2019 at 12:00PM by CWC Oatmeal is delicious—there’s no denying that. But even with all the different topping options, it can get a little boring when you eat it multiple days a week. That’s why it might be time to give your oats an upgrade by—wait for it—toasting
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The single most important hack for when your foundation no longer matches your skin
September 28, 2019 at 01:30AM by CWC Even after going through an impressive amount of sunscreen over the summer, all those beach days and hikes still leave me with a slightly-darker complexion than the rest of the year. Then once I return to my paler self again come fall, the
Unless you have a food allergy, you likely don’t need to stress about your go-to restaurant’s cooking oil
September 28, 2019 at 01:00AM by CWC As someone whose job involves writing words on the internet, I’ve received my share of negative comments. But perhaps one of the most intense moments in my career is what I will call the Great Canola Oil Incident of 2016. I wrote an
Unless you have a food allergy, you likely don’t need to stress about your go-to restaurant’s cooking oil
September 28, 2019 at 01:00AM by CWC As someone whose job involves writing words on the internet, I’ve received my share of negative comments. But perhaps one of the most intense moments in my career is what I will call the Great Canola Oil Incident of 2016. I wrote an
If you ask a manicurist one thing before getting your nails done, make it this
September 27, 2019 at 11:37PM by CWC Most people either have a nail salon horror story, or they know someone who has had one. As someone whose nail upkeep could at best be described as “minimal” (at worst “negligent”), I fall into the latter category. There’s nothing quite like your
If you ask a manicurist one thing before getting your nails done, make it this
September 27, 2019 at 11:37PM by CWC Most people either have a nail salon horror story, or they know someone who has had one. As someone whose nail upkeep could at best be described as “minimal” (at worst “negligent”), I fall into the latter category. There’s nothing quite like your
One-pan baked zoodles never looked (or tasted) better
September 27, 2019 at 11:30PM by CWC Don’t hate me, but I’m just going to say it: As amazing as veggie noodles may be, you can only eat so many of them before every meal turns into a total snoozefest. Even with all the different sauces that pair perfectly with
Low-impact ‘triplets’ offer stress relief on your most taxing days
September 27, 2019 at 10:56PM by CWC I rarely think about my mental state before I choose my workout of the day. My go-go-go Aries mentality usually makes me gravitate towards difficult runs or muscle-quaking strength training—regardless of my current headspace. When Maillard Howell, owner of CrossFit Prospect Heights and founder of
The people with the most positive relationships in the world share 1 trait
September 27, 2019 at 10:30PM by CWC There’s a cliché that you can’t love someone if you don’t love yourself, and sure, there’s some merit to it, but as with all clichés, there are also serious limitations involved. That said, science is doing its darnedest to prove me wrong. According
Heal your chakras in the most colorful way using rainbow crystal light therapy
September 27, 2019 at 10:00PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjOkoLEX46Y] Curious about what to expect from a full-sensory crystal light energy treatment? Watch the video to find out. It’s hardly new that crystals are a wellness-world staple for healing. But in the latest episode of What the Wellness, Well+Good’s YouTube series
6 bra styles that every woman should own by the time she hits 30, according to a lingerie pro
September 27, 2019 at 09:48PM by CWC I have long aspired to be the kind of woman who has a bra wardrobe. It just feels so… adult. In this fantasy, I also don’t have clean clothes piled on top of every available surface in my apartment aside from my actual
The most hydrating thing to drink after a workout isn’t water
September 27, 2019 at 06:30PM by CWC You know those times when you’re, like, really thirsty and water suddenly tastes like the nectar of the gods? If you want to rehydrate after a particularly sweaty workout—and fast—your first instinct might be to turn on the tap and guzzle glass after
Your Apple Watch now gives the most important skin advice you’ll ever need
September 27, 2019 at 05:50PM by CWC When you first get your hands on an Apple Watch, it’s perfectly natural to feel bogged down by all the features. I mean, the heart-tracking metrics alone make my head spin. (Resting heart rate, who?) When it comes to protecting your skin though,
Experts want you prioritize having friends younger than you—here’s why
September 27, 2019 at 05:00PM by CWC I hit adulthood long before the concept of body positivity was a widely held and authentic mainstream thing perpetuated by brands, models, and other voices of influence. I felt, largely as a byproduct of the world in which I was raised, I should
The ‘feelings wheel’ reveals the complexity of your emotions
September 27, 2019 at 04:00PM by CWC Emotions are complex, and yet we generally use oversimplified—and often, inaccurate—language to describe them. When I say, “I’m depressed,” for example, I typically mean I’m stressed, anxious, tired, and feeling stuck in the circumstances that’ve led to those emotional states—none of which actually
Master the “big five” yoga poses to set the foundation for your entire practice
September 27, 2019 at 03:43PM by CWC Looking around a yoga class can often feel like you’re at a circus, watching people contort themselves into literal pretzels or lift themselves into the air with nothing more than a few fingertips. If you’re a beginner, it can feel intimidating and frustrating,
Master the “big five” yoga poses to set the foundation for your entire practice
September 27, 2019 at 03:43PM by CWC Looking around a yoga class can often feel like you’re at a circus, watching people contort themselves into literal pretzels or lift themselves into the air with nothing more than a few fingertips. If you’re a beginner, it can feel intimidating and frustrating,
How to get rid of acne when you have sensitive skin and everything is irritating
September 27, 2019 at 03:10PM by CWC As if dealing with acne on its own wasn’t frustrating enough, handling acne and sensitive skin at the same time is a double-whammy that will have you asking: “Why me, universe?” Since most zit treatments work by aggressively attacking the dirt and excess
How to get rid of acne when you have sensitive skin and everything is irritating
September 27, 2019 at 03:10PM by CWC As if dealing with acne on its own wasn’t frustrating enough, handling acne and sensitive skin at the same time is a double-whammy that will have you asking: “Why me, universe?” Since most zit treatments work by aggressively attacking the dirt and excess
A dietitian explains how you can eat healthy and delicious meals for just $7 a day
September 27, 2019 at 03:01PM by CWC Healthy eating has a reputation for being like the Big Apple—and by that I mean overpriced. Here in New York City, everything is expensive it seems. I once waited in line for two hours to buy a $15 bagel, and I’ve paid $19
A dietitian explains how you can eat healthy and delicious meals for just $7 a day
September 27, 2019 at 03:01PM by CWC Healthy eating has a reputation for being like the Big Apple—and by that I mean overpriced. Here in New York City, everything is expensive it seems. I once waited in line for two hours to buy a $15 bagel, and I’ve paid $19
‘I’m a psychologist, and these are the 5 things I do for better mental health’
September 27, 2019 at 02:00PM by CWC If anyone knows how important self-care practices are for mental health, it’s a psychologist. In today’s hectic age—between work deadlines, relationship stress, financial difficulties, and a never-ending lack of sleep—it can be hard to make time for yourself and your mental well-being each
‘I’m a psychologist, and these are the 5 things I do for better mental health’
September 27, 2019 at 02:00PM by CWC If anyone knows how important self-care practices are for mental health, it’s a psychologist. In today’s hectic age—between work deadlines, relationship stress, financial difficulties, and a never-ending lack of sleep—it can be hard to make time for yourself and your mental well-being each
This core-conditioning workout will give you better posture in 3 easy moves
September 27, 2019 at 01:00PM by CWC “Strengthening your core” is one of those things that any trainer, no matter who they are or which modality they teach, will tell you is critically important. While getting stronger is a major part of that—especially because your core is responsible for pretty
This core-conditioning workout will give you better posture in 3 easy moves
September 27, 2019 at 01:00PM by CWC “Strengthening your core” is one of those things that any trainer, no matter who they are or which modality they teach, will tell you is critically important. While getting stronger is a major part of that—especially because your core is responsible for pretty
Not sure how to handle oily skin? Here’s what happens when you dedicate 28 days to finding balance
September 27, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC https://content.jwplatform.com/players/rINep6JH-AjgxWzQ7.js Striking a healthy balance anywhere in your life is tricky. From nailing the right ratio of olive oil to vinegar in your DIY salad dressing to deciding if you really need to shop for more “work” clothes. This balancing act definitely extends into
Not sure how to handle oily skin? Here’s what happens when you dedicate 28 days to finding balance
September 27, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC https://content.jwplatform.com/players/rINep6JH-AjgxWzQ7.js Striking a healthy balance anywhere in your life is tricky. From nailing the right ratio of olive oil to vinegar in your DIY salad dressing to deciding if you really need to shop for more “work” clothes. This balancing act definitely extends into
How to be the most supportive friend to a new mom experiencing postpartum depression
September 27, 2019 at 01:00AM by CWC Everything felt different for Molly Stillman after she gave birth to her second child in 2016. “The first two months after my son was born were just really hard,” says the Durham, North Carolina, mom. “Going from one to two kids rocked our
How to be the most supportive friend to a new mom experiencing postpartum depression
September 27, 2019 at 01:00AM by CWC Everything felt different for Molly Stillman after she gave birth to her second child in 2016. “The first two months after my son was born were just really hard,” says the Durham, North Carolina, mom. “Going from one to two kids rocked our
Use your zodiac sign to optimize the absolute best nighttime routine for you
September 27, 2019 at 12:00AM by CWC Earlier this year, Well+Good surveyed readers about how they feel about the sleep and rest they’re getting. Many findings emerged, but the big and enduring takeaway is that we’re tired. In fact, 92 percent of us are fatigued at least once a week,