August 29, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Ever have a flashback to when kale wasn’t cool (#tbt)? Well, there’s a new crew of superfoods about to hit your plates and IG feeds. We teamed up with Ocean Spray to clue you in on the trends. Learn about all six craze-worthy
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10 genius storage ideas for small spaces to maximize your ācozyā home
August 29, 2019 at 02:00AM by CWC When you call New York City home, personal space is a very (and, I mean, very) limited resource. Even if you pay big money for extra square footage, you’ll more than likely still find yourself flipping a coin to decide whether you should keep
Ask yourself these 4 questions to stop your perfectionist ways from sucking up all the fun
August 29, 2019 at 01:00AM by CWC I now steer clear of Black Swan because I enjoy sleeping at night, but I do feel for Nina Sayers (played by Natalie Portman) as she whispers lines about how she just “wants to be perfect.” That’s quite the tall order, though—especially when
This bubble-gum textured mask is the most fun (and effective) way ever to exfoliate
August 28, 2019 at 11:11PM by CWC These days, there are roughly as many ways to exfoliate your skin as there are grains of sand on every beach in the world, or stars in the sky. Read: zillions. Seriously, there are so many of them—from chemical exfoliants to physical exfoliants, each of
Exactly what the U.S. Armyās nutritionist looks for in an energy bar
August 28, 2019 at 11:02PM by CWC The process of selecting a nutritious energy bar can be a dizzying task. New brands pop up on the market each day with more flavors than you can find at Baskin-Robbins. But when it comes to finding the most wholesome option to throw
My boyfriend and I tried J. Lo and A. Rodās workout routineāhereās what happened
August 28, 2019 at 10:25PM by CWC “David…will you do J. Lo and A. Rod’s workout with me?” I put out feelers to my boyfriend via text message because my editorial team was looking for a couple to try the gritty, weight-heavy sweat sesh that the #fitspo couple shared on
4 herbs that will help your body become a collagen-making machine
August 28, 2019 at 10:00PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5Ra00ulf8c] A cool drink that boosts collagen production? Get the recipe. In the span of a few years, collagen has gone from whispered-about beauty booster to mainstream healthy all-star. The nutrient—which contains 18 amino acids, including eight essential amino acids—does everything from
3 beauty editors share the TSA-approved products they never fly without
August 28, 2019 at 07:21PM by CWC I think about the time that TSA confiscated my full-sized, $179 bottle of SK-II Essence. I had forgotten it was in my bag and shed an actual tear as I watched the frosted glass go straight into the trash at security. Ever since then,
Instant ramen is getting a major makeoverābut can it ever be a truly healthy food?
August 28, 2019 at 06:27PM by CWC As far as packaged food goes, instant ramen—the beige block of dried noodles with its silver foil packet companion—is arguably the most iconic example that comes to mind. It’s many things—affordable, convenient, tasty—but has never been associated with health. One package of the
Iāve tried, like, 1,000 sex toys this year, and this is the 1 Iāll use forever
August 28, 2019 at 06:02PM by CWC When many hear the word “vibrator,” they immediately conjure an image of an OG wand-style tool that looks like a mega-size microphone. The back-massager-cum-clitoris-stimulators practically revolutionized the female orgasm and are indeed great options for broad stimulation, says licensed sex educator Alicia Sinclair,
Good news for your 10,000 steps: Power walking is as good of a workout as running
August 28, 2019 at 04:46PM by CWC On days when I just do not feel like working out, I’ll typically either opt to run very, very slowly, or walk very, very quickly. During one recent treadmill trot, I started wondering if slow running and power walking had different benefits. They’re
How to use an olive oil hair mask to get your shiniest hair ever
August 28, 2019 at 04:00PM by CWC I’ve tried a lot of things in order to have shiny hair. From spritzing on hair milks to taking collagen and biotin supplements, my strand health has definitely improved—but I’ve yet to go the more natural route. One such hair hero that you can
The psychobiotic food pyramid is the easiest way to eat for better gut health
August 28, 2019 at 03:00PM by CWC When I first heard the term “psychobiotic food pyramid,” I thought to myself, Oh boy, they’re finally using robots to dictate the nutritional needs of humans. As it turns out, my first interpretation was wrong. The pyramid is, in fact, an Oprah Winfrey-approved
7 questions to ask yourself when ātoxic monogamyā is affecting your relationship
August 28, 2019 at 02:00PM by CWC In our society, monogamy is the ideal to which all relationships are meant to aspire. We throw expensive parties to celebrate those who commit to it—and have made these commitments an all but mandatory milestone for those who wish to belong to mainstream
The 10 skin-care products Well+Good readers love the most
August 28, 2019 at 01:00PM by CWC The term “holy grail” gets thrown around a lot when it comes to beauty products, to the point that it can feel like it’s lost its meaning. So as an editor, I rarely (read: never) use it to describe something I’m recommending, no
The sneaky foods that could be making your BMs super smelly
August 28, 2019 at 01:00AM by CWC Here’s a fun conversation starter (or ender) for you to whip out the next time you’re on a bad date: Poop is not actually supposed to smell bad. While poop has its own…special aroma, it’s not supposed to stink so badly that you
Are you performing too much āother careā? Hereās how to tell
August 28, 2019 at 12:01AM by CWC When you place your care in someone else’s hands, you may not take stock of the energy required on their end. In 2019, self care that’s nurturing—not performative—is on the rise, but for those whose primary job is caring for the health and
I tried 20 different fitness classes in a month, and it taught me an important lesson
August 27, 2019 at 11:21PM by CWC You know that friend who always gives the best fashion advice? Spoiler alert: it’s not me. However, when it comes to workouts—especially group fitness classes in New York City—I’m often fielding questions from my inner circle. “What’s a good exercise to get a bigger
I tried 20 different fitness classes in a month, and it taught me an important lesson
August 27, 2019 at 11:21PM by CWC You know that friend who always gives the best fashion advice? Spoiler alert: it’s not me. However, when it comes to workouts—especially group fitness classes in New York City—I’m often fielding questions from my inner circle. “What’s a good exercise to get a bigger
3 quick strategies thatāll make you more optimisticāand help you live longer, too
August 27, 2019 at 11:17PM by CWC Looking at the glass half full is like sipping the Elixer of Immortality, according to exhaustive research conducted by Boston University School of Medicine over 30 years. I mean you won’t get a full Tuck Everlasting thing going on, but according to the
8 under-$30 bathing suits you can order now on Amazon and get in time for Labor Day
August 27, 2019 at 11:12PM by CWC Current mood: mourning the end of #HotGirlSummer. It seems like just yesterday we were all anxiously awaiting the first single from Taylor Swift’s new album, and spiked seltzer hadn’t yet overtaken rosé as the official drink of summer. Now, Labor Day Weekend is
8 under-$30 bathing suits you can order now on Amazon and get in time for Labor Day
August 27, 2019 at 11:12PM by CWC Current mood: mourning the end of #HotGirlSummer. It seems like just yesterday we were all anxiously awaiting the first single from Taylor Swift’s new album, and spiked seltzer hadn’t yet overtaken rosé as the official drink of summer. Now, Labor Day Weekend is
Canāt decide between Instant Pot and Air Fryer? Now you donāt have to
August 27, 2019 at 09:43PM by CWC Air fryers and Instant Pots are the Sharks and the Jets of countertop cooking appliances. Ask anyone to choose a favorite, and you’ll get a lengthy explanation of all the reasons that one is better than the other. But there’s really no need
Canāt decide between Instant Pot and Air Fryer? Now you donāt have to
August 27, 2019 at 09:43PM by CWC Air fryers and Instant Pots are the Sharks and the Jets of countertop cooking appliances. Ask anyone to choose a favorite, and you’ll get a lengthy explanation of all the reasons that one is better than the other. But there’s really no need
Why lunch is even more important than dinner for healthy eaters
August 27, 2019 at 07:00PM by CWC Let me guess what you did for lunch today: a. Eating it at your desk while catching up on emails b. Getting a sandwich to-go and scarfing it down on a park bench or in the car c. Lunch? Oh, you mean the
Why lunch is even more important than dinner for healthy eaters
August 27, 2019 at 07:00PM by CWC Let me guess what you did for lunch today: a. Eating it at your desk while catching up on emails b. Getting a sandwich to-go and scarfing it down on a park bench or in the car c. Lunch? Oh, you mean the
Hereās how to train your postureābecause yeah, we should all be doing that
August 27, 2019 at 06:48PM by CWC I have a laundry list of items I’d like to “train” myself to do. I think it would be super cool, for example, if I could master the extra-loud, coach whistle using just my fingers. I’d also like to learn how to jump
Hereās how to train your postureābecause yeah, we should all be doing that
August 27, 2019 at 06:48PM by CWC I have a laundry list of items I’d like to “train” myself to do. I think it would be super cool, for example, if I could master the extra-loud, coach whistle using just my fingers. I’d also like to learn how to jump
How to use the glycemic index to choose the best pre- and post-workout meals
August 27, 2019 at 06:06PM by CWC Even with all the information available on what to eat before and after a workout, it might seem tricky to find the right options to help you power through as well as properly recover. But maybe that’s just because you haven’t looked to
How to use the glycemic index to choose the best pre- and post-workout meals
August 27, 2019 at 06:06PM by CWC Even with all the information available on what to eat before and after a workout, it might seem tricky to find the right options to help you power through as well as properly recover. But maybe that’s just because you haven’t looked to