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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 Every September, the urge to go “back to school” shopping hits pretty damn hard, regardless of when or not you’re still a student. This year is no different. It seems like everywhere we look, another brand is throwing a super sale, tempting us to fork over our…
Whether it’s your goal to drop five pounds for a special occasion, or you’re having difficulty breaking a plateau and shedding the final five pounds in your weight loss journey, you’ve come to the right place. Eat This, Not That! spoke with experts who are incredibly knowledgeable about the topic and are here to share 20 easy ways to lose five pounds. From being mindful of your portion sizes to establishing a healthy morning routine, some of our go-to experts want to help you get back on the right track. Of course, it’s important to keep in mind that losing…
It’s no secret that drinking excessively can be detrimental to long-term well-being. But studies show that even moderate drinking—say, a glass of wine and or margarita—can heavily impact your body (specifically the gut microbiome) in the short-term, too… and by short, we mean in the span of just 30 minutes. Sigh. In a recent Instagram post, Will Bulsiewicz, MD, a gastroenterologist and New York Times bestselling author of The Fiber Fueled Cookbook, explains that bacterial endotoxins that cause inflammation begin to rise within half an hour of consuming alcohol. That said, while Dr. Bulsiewicz says that while alcohol isn’t ever…
COVID-19 at-home antigen test At-home COVID-19 tests allow you to collect your sample and detect active COVID-19 infections. But what if you have at-home COVID-19 tests nearing expiration or expired on your shelf? Matthew Binnicker, Ph.D., director of the Clinical Virology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic, says companies set the original test dates arbitrarily due to these diagnostic at-home tests being developed rapidly. So, check your boxes before you toss them. “Now that we are 3 1/2 years into the pandemic, those manufacturers have had the opportunity to go back and assess the test performance over prolonged periods of time. And they’ve updated the…
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. Seafood can be a rather polarizing food category: you either love it and are willing to pay top-dollar at dinner for it, or you can barely wrap your head around why anyone would eat something like an oyster. No matter where you stand, there’s no question that seafood restaurants are among the most highly sought-after dining establishments, especially the ones that serve the freshest quality…
When it comes to weight loss, I see many men focus solely on cardio workouts, often overlooking the benefits of strength training. To ensure you’re prioritizing the right things in your fitness routine, I’ve put together five of the best strength workouts for men to lose weight. I tell my clients that incorporating strength workouts into their fitness routine can be a total game-changer when it comes to weight loss. There are a couple of reasons for this. First, building muscle not only boosts your metabolism (meaning you’ll burn more calories in a resting state) but also enhances your overall…
On to the intensity of your poops: Per the CDC’s travel guidebook, mild cases of traveler’s diarrhea don’t interrupt your daily activities (meaning, it sucks but you can handle it), moderate ones mess with your plans and can be fairly distressing, and in severe cases you’re totally unable to go about your life because the pain, the poop, the entire predicament is that intense.However, if your TD’s on the milder side, Imodium can be helpful. According to Dr. Fiorito, a less-intense case suggests you may be infected with a virus, perhaps one that causes food poisoning; with such illnesses, antidiarrheals…
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15–Oct. 15. It’s an opportunity to celebrate the more than 60 million people of Hispanic heritage living in the U.S. Dr. Juan Carlos Leoni Moreno, a Mayo Clinic transplant cardiologist, says soaring obesity rates contribute to high rates of diabetes and heart disease in the Hispanic population. And healthcare disparities, including cultural differences, language barriers and lack of information, add to the challenges many Hispanic residents face. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:00) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: “Mayo Clinic News Network.” Read the script. “Obesity…
It can be tough to come up with thoughtful, unique gifts that aren’t just your run-of-the-mill soaps or socks. Maybe you’re trying to find the right present for the mom who seems to have everything, the girlfriend who raves about experiences over stuff, or the ultra-minimalist boyfriend who prefers a useful gift. Fortunately, there are tons of original options out there for your friends and family, from a terrarium made of Legos to a podcast-like audio recording of a loved one. We’ve rounded up a range of unexpected gifts for birthdays, anniversaries, and housewarmings, many of which you can find…
Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America, with player numbers growing approximately 40 percent between 2019 and 2021. Municipal authorities across the country are building dedicated public pickleball courts and converting underused tennis courts and roller-hockey rinks to cater to the growing demand for playing space. Pickleball was invented in the summer of 1965 on Bainbridge Island, Washington, blending elements of tennis, badminton, and Ping-Pong, and played with a wiffle ball. While pickleball was previously played in retirement communities, country clubs, and the homes of the Hollywood elite, the sport has become increasingly mainstream in recent years. There are now…