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As frigid temperatures set in, you’re probably ready to break out your floor-length parka and fluffy scarves to keep warm — or ready to just stay inside and avoid the winter weather altogether. But bundling up in layers and spending less time outdoors can limit your exposure to the sun, leading to lower levels of vitamin D, which is produced when your skin absorbs UV rays from the sun. Around 40 percent of the US has a vitamin D deficiency, and it’s especially prevalent in northern regions, where the winter months are the most brutal. So, here’s how to make…
With the Well+Good SHOP, our editors put their years of know-how to work in order to pick products (from skin care to self care and beyond) they’re betting you’ll love. While our editors independently select these products, making a purchase through our links may earn Well+Good a commission. Happy shopping! Explore the SHOP A true runner’s brand, Brooks knows that outdoor running doesn’t take a holiday, even when temperatures drop—just ask the masses of people who sign up for Turkey Trots and Jingle Jogs (guilty!). As a runner myself, one thing I love about Brooks is how freakin’ hard it…
Nearing the end of my second year of university, I began feeling really down on myself. I had also recently taken a course called abnormal psychology and was admittedly applying a lot of the diagnoses I was learning about for the first time to myself. I started isolating, rarely speaking to anyone, including my two roommates, with whom I’m friends to this day. I felt like a numb zombie walking around campus. Eventually, I walked into a counselor’s office and asked them to prescribe me an antidepressant. I then went straight to the ER (because apparently, counselors can’t do that),…
In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with entrepreneur, designer, and co-founder of Reflection.app, Dave Radparvar. Dave’s commitment to fostering human flourishing has driven his work, from his early days with Holstee to his latest endeavor, Reflection, a digital journaling platform. As someone who deeply values reflection and personal growth, Dave shares his own journaling journey and how it has shaped his life, work, and mindset. We dive into the importance of journaling for perspective, handling challenges, and cultivating gratitude. Dave opens up about how his journaling practice has helped him navigate difficult times, appreciate good moments,…
The barbell bench press is the king of the bench press jungle, but the dumbbell bench press is striding with it side by side. Barbell variations allow you to move more weight due to their fixed range of motion, but dumbbell bench press variations offer more freedom of movement. Why does that matter? Isn’t more weight the be-all and end-all? It matters for three reasons. First, the freedom of pressing with dumbbells is joint-friendly, which is vital if the upper body joints are angry. Second, because you’re pressing each dumbbell separately, you’ll strengthen muscle imbalances between sides. Third, the chest…
The product recommendations in this post are recommendations by the writer and/or expert(s) interviewed and do not contain affiliate links. Meaning: If you use these links to buy something, we will not earn a commission. When it comes to convenient protein sources, canned tuna easily takes the gold. Whether you’re making a quick tuna salad, sandwich, or casserole, having canned tuna in your pantry is a must. However, not all canned tuna on the market is created equal, with some of the best brands having much better nutritional values and sustainability practices than other popular options. We spoke to dietitians…
If you want to lose weight in a healthy, sustainable way, it’s essential to get adequate levels of protein in your daily diet. For one, consuming healthy protein helps you feel satiated for longer periods of time and reduces your hunger hormones, which can prevent overeating or snacking between meals. Protein also has a higher TEF (thermic effect of food) than fat or carbohydrates, meaning it helps your body burn more calories when you eat it. And on top of that, protein can help you build muscle mass. But while it’s well-established that eating enough protein is crucial for healthy…
Dr. Shah also advises against using massage guns in areas that could trigger pain in other areas. “One such example of a time to avoid usage of a massage gun would be if you were to use the gun on the shoulder and then get pain or other symptoms that trickle into the fingers.”Also when you’re first starting out, resist the urge to go full-throttle. Start on a low speed and work your way up, spending about one to two minutes per muscle group and 10 to 15 minutes total in a session, suggests Dr. Trachman. “Larger muscle groups tend…
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of responsibilities and stress. Juggling work, family, and social commitments can take a toll on our mental health, often leaving us feeling overwhelmed and drained. But what if there was a simple yet powerful way to combat these negative feelings and boost our mental well-being? Enter exercise – a natural remedy that has been proven time and time again to have a profound impact on our mental health. The Science Behind Exercise and Mental Health Understanding the Connection Studies have shown that engaging…
Andrea Simulus knows how to bring serious stimulus to her abs, without risking her spine health in the process. The super-fit mom of four has an enviable six pack, and is all about sharing the wealth, as she demonstrated in a recent social media post. So, thankfully, here’s a workout that will crunch your lower abs and not your spine. Andrea Simulus’ Spine Friendly Stability Ball Workout “Elevate your balance trainer and target those hard-to-reach lower abs, without ground or hanging leg raise work,” assured the popular body recomposition coach, in a recent Instagram post. For some people, sit ups…