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When Joanina Gicobi began her Ph.D. degree five years ago at Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, she was interested in thinking creatively about ways to improve cancer treatment. In particular, she was curious about the body’s natural ability to fight tumors: Could that process be improved? In the laboratory of Haidong Dong, M.D., Ph.D., she joined efforts to learn more about the T cells that are part of an inherent cancer-killing immune response. Joanina Gicobi, Ph.D., “From the beginning, she was asking impressive questions about an issue that’s been a great challenge,” says Dr. Dong, whose lab focuses on cancer…
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 There’s no mincing words when it comes to my hair. Every time I sit down in a stylist’s chair, I hear the same sentence uttered pretty much immediately. “Wow, you have really thick hair.” It’s been that way since the day I was born, when my newborn…
Understanding the five stages of grief can help individuals process their loss. This blog post will explore the different stages of grief and provide some coping strategies to help you navigate through the holiday season. The Five Stages of Grief The five stages of grief, as described by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross, include denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. Understanding these stages is crucial in the grieving process since everyone’s experience is unique and can vary. Denial In the denial stage, people may feel numb and unable to process the reality of their loss. It can feel like a blur, where…
When David Elder’s back started to hurt in the fall of 2022, he thought his recurrent spasms had returned. But when medication didn’t help like before, his doctor sent him to the ER – and soon after, he was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a treatable but incurable form of cancer that had caused several painful breaks in his spine. “It just hit us out of nowhere,” he says of the diagnosis. “It was shocking.” Five months earlier, in May, his routine bloodwork had come back normal, says Marcia, his wife of 38 years. By October, David was fighting for his…
There’s no fruit that epitomizes summer like strawberries. Juicy and perfectly plump, strawberries infuse refreshing sweetness and a bold red hue to any dish. But there are more reasons we love picking them. The heart-shaped super berry can help increase HDL (good) cholesterol, lower blood pressure and fight inflammation. Packed with vitamins, fiber, antioxidants and more, just one berry clocks in 11 percent of your daily recommended vitamin C. (Indeed, eight of them provide more vitamin C than an orange!) That’s why the versatile fruit can be used in everything from salad dressings to lemonade to homemade fruit roll-ups and…
The past few years have taken a toll on the mental health of millions around the world. Whether it’s dealing with pandemic fallout or fears of a recession, stress and anxiety seem especially high these days. With that increase in worry, individuals are searching for help. People spend millions of dollars annually in the pursuit of better mental health. What if there were a way to improve mental health that cost little to no money at all? Luckily, there is. One phenomenal method of reducing anxiety is simply getting up, getting out, and moving around. Physical exercise is a great…
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. Has there ever been a more perfect culinary combination than lobster with macaroni and cheese? When you’re out for a dinner at a fine-dining establishment, this is one side dish (and sometimes even an entrée) that’s just too good to pass up. Maybe it’s the marriage of the sweet, buttery lobster with the cheesy goodness of the comforting classic pasta, or maybe it’s just the…
When you hear the word “cucumber,” what likely comes to mind are salads, gardens, or water pitchers at spas. But how many calories does this crispy, hydrating vegetable provide with each bite? And what are healthy ways to include cucumbers in a weight loss diet? To find out, we chatted with Destini Moody, RDN, CSSD, LD, a registered dietitian and sports dietitian with Garage Gym Reviews, and the answers aren’t as straightforward as you might think. Cucumbers, often celebrated for their hydrating properties, make for a fantastic low-calorie addition to salads and sandwiches or simply enjoyed on their own as…
If you struggle to ignore negative messages about what you should (and shouldn’t) eat, how much you should weigh, and how your body should look every January, we get it. We live in a culture that puts thinness on a pedestal, equating it with health, virtue, and, ultimately, your worth as a human being. These toxic ideas are relentless year-round, but they kick into an even higher gear after the holidays, increasing the pressure to strive for impossible body ideals.To make things more challenging, most of us have been steeped in diet culture since we were little kids—so even though…
Teens Need Mental Health Days Too. In today’s fast-paced world, teenagers face a unique set of challenges that often go unnoticed or are downplayed. School drama, academic pressure, social media comparisons, and the overall transition into adulthood can take a toll on their mental well-being. While taking sick days for physical illnesses is widely accepted, the idea of teens taking mental health days off is still a topic that needs more attention and understanding. As a parent, it’s crucial to recognize the signs of mental distress in your child and to create an open space for discussing and addressing their…