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I know what you’re thinking: you’ve read many, many articles with a similar title. The truth is, not only are there so many misconceptions about life with ulcerative colitis, but there are also new myths that pop up as the UC community expands, science advances, and knowledge spreads a wider net. I was diagnosed in 2001 at the young age of 14 years old, and I still uncover new assumptions that people – including myself – make about UC. That’s not to say there isn’t some truth to these assumptions; there’s always a little bit. But misconceptions are built on assumptions,…
Mother’s Day is one of our favorite spring holidays. While, later this month, we’ll be talking about the benefits of ‘gifting’ moms with rest, quiet and alone time (what she really wants?), the tradition of a good Mother’s Day gift still makes so much sense. Celebrate your mom, tell her you love her, and gift her with something special she’ll remember for years to come. These are our top picks for fun and thoughtful Mother’s Day gifts 2023.Our 11 Favorite Mother’s Day Gifts 2023Boisson No ABV Mimosa Bundle | The low or no alcohol trend is picking up steam. Want…
If you want a strong core, you have to go deep. That means looking past the much-celebrated rectus abdominis (yes, the “six-pack” is functionally important too, but it gets enough attention) and focus on the inner-most muscles that provide runners with the stability they need to maintain proper form and alignment, especially when the miles add up and fatigue sets in. Deep core exercises target muscles that aren’t always associated with the typical core workout: the transversus abdominis, the multifidus, the pelvic floor, and the diaphragm. “Doing exercises for the deep core muscles is important in running performance to help…
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. From bacon and cashews to coffee and olive oil, Costco’s Kirkland Signature product line has earned a reputation for great quality items at only a fraction of name-brand prices. That value extends to the booze aisle, with Costco solidifying its place as North America’s biggest retailer of alcoholic beverages. In the 2022 fiscal year, the big box retailer sold $6.5 billion in alcoholic beverages. According to…
It was 2:23 p.m. on a Wednesday, and I had shit to do. All my brain wanted was to work, but all my body wanted—desperately, infuriatingly—was to shut down. My eyelids drooped. My shoulders slumped. Halfway through transcribing a quote, my fingers stopped typing, and I slipped into a state of lethargy.It happens to me all the time: Smack in the middle of the afternoon, right when I want to be at my most productive, I get debilitatingly tired. That sudden midday bout of sleepiness, sometimes referred to as the “post-lunch dip,”1 descends upon me like a specter, hell-bent on…
If you were a fan of Super Size Me in the early 2000s, you may have mixed emotions on whether or not you can eat fast-food and still be healthy. Fast-food typically has a reputation for being high in calories, fat, sodium, and added sugars—but that doesn’t mean it can’t have its place in the context of a healthy diet. We spoke to dietitians to find out exactly which fast food meals they recommend for your health and which ones may contribute to weight loss. Keep in mind that one meal cannot make or break your diet. In fact, it’s important…
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 Thanks to a recent surge in sensitive-skin friendly skin-care products, finding gentler alternatives to traditionally harsh products like retinols and chemical peels is easier than ever. But finding hypoallergenic makeup that doesn’t cause a flare up? That’s a different story. Even though they offer fabulous results, many…
When it comes to the women’s side of bodybuilding, Lenda Murray, Whitney Jones, Camile Periat, and Wendy Fortino are four of the best experts that you will ever find. The co-hosts of Femme Flex Friday can speak about any athlete in every division to educate the viewers and fans every week. They don’t just want to help with topics inside the sport. They also want to help enrich the quality of life for the people that follow them. That’s why they devoted a recent episode of FFF to modern day challenges that come from dating. They started by playing a…
Watching your favorite NBA team battle it out against a rival on the court may be stressful for a fan—but just imagine being a player. Professional athletes are revered and worshipped, pushing their bodies to the limit in ridiculously high-pressure situations. While it can be thrilling to watch, all that demand can have a big impact on a player’s mental health. And the NBA certainly isn’t ignoring that fact.In fact, the NBA has an entire program dedicated to supporting the mental wellness of players, led by clinical and sports psychologist Kensa Gunter, Psy.D. Gunter, who is the director of the…
If you want to come across as insensitive, or even hostile, there are two things you can say to someone who is upset that will immediately do the trick: Calm down and just relax. If anyone ever said them to you, you know exactly what I mean. Did you suddenly feel better? I doubt it. They sound more like veiled criticisms and demands than comfort. On the other hand, if you actually listen to what someone is feeling and saying, pay attention to their body language, or tell them they will be ok, they will probably feel supported, heard, validated,…