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Lauren Roxburgh, aka “the Body Whisperer,” teaches us how foam rolling works. Plus: the many impressive benefits of a daily foam rolling routine and her favorite moves. Truth be told, I was a bit skeptical when I first heard about the miraculous benefits of foam rolling. Sure, I could conceptualize its ability to relieve tight […]

With concerns about global health in full force, it’s important to know the best ways to respond wisely and mindfully. After all, we have to take care not only of ourselves, but also each other on more civic and global scales. To best navigate the situation, here’s our guide—backed by new developments, expert research, and […]

Dermatologist Heather D. Rogers, MD, founder & CEO of Doctor Rogers RESTORE, sets the record straight on 10 common skincare myths. Whether or not you’re skincare-obsessed, chances are you’ve heard conflicting info on the best ways to care for your face. But with so many opinions out there—professional and otherwise—it can be difficult to differentiate […]

Jessica Bippen, MS, RD, breaks down everything you need to know about vitamin C: the benefits, correct dosage, how to choose a supplement, and if vitamin C really boosts your immune system. Feeling under the weather? Or maybe you’re surrounded by coughing and sneezing co-workers. No matter the situation, when cold and flu season hits, […]

Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN, breaks down the three parts of your brain that contribute to your “need” to eat sugar. Plus: Learn how to beat sugar cravings with four dietitian-approved healthy lifestyle hacks. Picture this: It’s the middle of the day and the chocolate bar in the vending machine is calling your name. We’ve all been […]

Balancing your hormones can be challenging, but there are ways in which you can optimize your hormone health through diet, exercise and stress management. In this article we are going to focus on nutrition as a substantial supporter on the path to hormone harmony. Carrie Gabriel, MS, RDN, clues us in on the best foods […]

Psychodermatology is a growing field that focuses on the mind-skin connection for healing and wellness that starts from within. Here’s what it’s all about. Skin conditions and mental health are more interrelated than you may think. In fact, Hippocrates—an Ancient Greek physician widely considered to be the father of clinical medicine—first wrote about the link […]

I’ll be honest: I’m more wary of technological innovation than most. After all, I wrote my college thesis on futuristic dystopian fiction, and think we’re dangerously close to living in Black Mirror‘s social-ratings-driven “Nosedive” society. Curious to discover if going offline could lighten my load, I decided to embark on a 30-day social media detox. […]

For those naysayers who feel that breathwork is too “woo woo,” it’s time to bring your thinking outside the box… or rather, in it. Box breathing is essentially controlled breathing in four easy steps of four counts each. (Hence, it’s square nomenclature.) This practice gained recent fame after Navy SEALs touted its many benefits during […]

Full disclosure: I’ve touted the benefits of meditation countless times… yet without speaking from established experience. Ever on a wellness kick, I finally decided to take myself up to task and embark on a 30-day meditation challenge. Subtitle: Suddenly Seeking Serenity. Why I Wanted to Try a 30-DAY Meditation Challenge For starters, I’ve always struggled […]

Maybe you’ve heard of it. But what is leaky gut exactly? Jessica Bippen, MS, RD, breaks down this mysterious condition, offering signs of leaky gut and helpful tips to support optimal gut health. Leaky gut isn’t the most attractive term. Despite its unappealing description, it’s gaining attention in the wellness world. The phenomenon of intestinal […]

Sure, we all sleep—but how many of us truly get a restorative night’s rest? According to a 2016 study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in three adults don’t get enough sleep. (The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends adults aged 18 to 60 sleep at least seven hours each night to […]