Fact: Caffeine isn’t what you think. This naturally occurring stimulant has gotten an unfairly bad rap in the health and wellness world. But as with most things, there’s a bigger story to be told.
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Now that we’re in the back-to-school/back-to-work season, immunity is top of mind. Here’s what supplements to take and more research-backed advice.
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Mysterious and unexpected hunger can make you feel out of control and sabotage your health goals. Here’s what to know how about how hunger signaling works, the habits that may be throwing you off track, and what to do regain balance.
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We asked personal trainer and functional movement specialist Jason Williams for his top poses you can use to decrease inflammation. (Spoiler alert: They’ll also reduce your stress levels and improve overall health and well-being.)
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Healthier eating doesn’t begin and end with what we put into our grocery carts. How we cook our food also matters. And that includes the cookware itself. In particular, some health experts have expressed concern about aluminum cookware. Here’s what to know.
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Allulose is the latest alternative sweetener du jour. But what is allulose exactly? Are there any side effects? What are the benefits? Keep reading to find out.
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In recent years, some nutrition experts are backtracking on their resounding support of nuts and seeds, citing the presence of “anti-nutrients” that have the potential to sabotage their healthy properties. Keep reading to find out why, and whether or not nuts and seeds are less healthy than we thought.
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If you’re having trouble sleeping, you might suspect too much stress, too much screen time, or too much wine/chocolate/sugar before bed. What you might not have thought considered? Some of your healthy habits may be affecting your ability to get to sleep and stay asleep.
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If you are trying to be vegan, but you seriously crave red meat or if you’ve eliminated bread because “gluten is bad,” but you’ve never had a problem with your morning toast before, we encourage you to listen to your body. You might be eating the wrong foods.
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If you follow any health and wellness experts on social media, you’ve probably seen a lot of conflicting information about carbohydrates. Some say eating carbs is necessary for energy production and healthy sleep; others insist that the fewer carbs you have in your life, the better. Confusing, isn’t it? Here’s how one writer found her sweet spot.
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In normal times, a humidifier is a good idea. In these work-from-home, coronavirus times? It may be the most practical gift you can give yourself — and everyone else on your list.
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Let us guess: Around the time of your period you can probably relate to the feeling that hormones are in control, driving what you want to eat, when, and how much. But what about the other way around? Can what we eat affect our hormone health too during different parts of our cycle?
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There is no single definition of what healthy is. And there is no absolute right or wrong when it comes to nutrition. Enter: personalized nutrition.
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Unlike food allergies, food sensitivities are difficult to diagnose. Here, we take a look at the most common food sensitivities and, more importantly, how to know if you have one.
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It’s cheap and organic and effective on all your makeup (waterproof or not) — here’s why you should add this ingredient to your beauty routine.
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It seems like every day there’s a new wellness trend that promises to boost your energy, improve digestion, prevent you from getting sick — or all three. One of the latest crazes? Wellness shots.
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During the holidays, we’re out of our normal routines, we’re not investing as much in nutrition and relaxation, and despite our best efforts, we can often fall back into old family dynamics that leave us on edge. Keep reading for how to make this festive season feel a bit less frenzied.
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When we hear the words “food allergy,” our minds quickly jump to life-threatening allergies that require immediate medical attention. We think of epi pens, swollen lips, and a trip to the ER. When we hear the words “food sensitivity,” many of us are less clear on what exactly that means. An upset stomach? A headache?
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Sometimes a recipe is more than a recipe. That is the case with these easy, cozy dinners. They feel like a warm hug — and a reminder that self-care isn’t just a millennial buzz word.
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The next time you roll out of bed with achiness in your knees, hips, arms, or back, lean on one (or a few!) of these 10 easy tips to feel better. Your joints will thank you!
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Digestive distress is no small thing. It can interrupt your daily activities, upend meals, keep you awake at night, and generally make life miserable.
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When it comes to carbs, there are a lot of opinions out there. Some nutrition experts are convinced that cutting carbs is the secret to good health. “Avoid them all!” they say. Other experts, confusingly, say that carbohydrates are an essential part of any healthy diet — and that cutting them out of your diet will only cause fatigue and hunger.
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There’s no shortage of clean beauty products on the market, each one claiming to transform your hair, make your skin flawless, and finally give you the strong nails of your dreams.
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Immune health is top of mind right now — and it’s not changing anytime soon. In fact, our current global health crisis has forced us to take a closer look at our immunity and what we’re doing to support it.
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