winter

Winter brings so many fun things: delicious hot drinks, glowing string lights, and cozy sweaters. But the colder temperature can take a toll on your complexion. Here’s everything you need to know about winter skincare, according to a dermatologist. A summer glow is as effortless as they come. Blame it on the sun’s happy vitamins, […]

Does cold weather make you sick? A doctor explains why you may suddenly feel under the weather when the temperature drops. (Hint: it’s not really the cold weather’s fault.) “If you don’t put a coat on, you’re going to get sick!” Or, “Button up or you’ll catch a cold!” said your mom a thousand times […]

Support your body through the colder months with this RD-curated winter supplement routine. There’s no way to sugar-coat it: Winter can be harsh. It can take a toll on your physical health, skin, hair, and even your mental health. You may be feeling sluggish after the holiday rush, not getting as much time outdoors, and […]

Three doctors share how to heal dry, cracked feet for softer heels, soles, and toes. Plus: What causes dry feet to begin with? I have a confession: My feet are really, really dry. Over the years, I’ve tried dozens of treatments—from peels and creams to foot files and even a fish pedicure in Bali—hoping to […]

Jessica Bippen, MS, RD, highlights the best supplements for the immune system. Plus: how to boost your immune system naturally with diet and lifestyle tips. You can help your immune system function optimally all year long by being proactive. First and foremost, making healthy lifestyle choices by consuming nutritious foods should be a top priority. […]

Nourish your dry skin—both in winter and year round—with these esthetician-approved DIY hydrating face masks. Our skin reacts to cooler temps as if flipping a switch. One day, a cool, dry wind passes through, and instantly we’re dry, flaking, inflamed, and impervious to our summer moisturizers. That’s because lower temperatures typically mean low humidity, which […]

Miriam Jacobson, MS, RD, CNS, shares a vegan butternut squash soup recipe that’ll promote good health and delight your tastebuds all winter long. Like most winter squashes, butternut squash is very healthy for you and a great addition to your winter meal plan. Here’s how to make vegan butternut squash soup to stay warm and […]

The clocks have turned back, the days are growing darker, and the temperatures have started to drop. This means one thing: Winter is coming. While the doom and gloom that we might feel at the thought of walking outside in sub-30-degree weather is nothing like what the crows experienced when the White Walkers embarked south […]

Here’s why GLA, an essential fatty acid, is so good for your skin and body. Experiencing dry, flaky, and textured skin? For some people it happens all year round (and gets worse in the biting cold during the winter). Before you go out and spend a ton on moisturizing products, consider tackling dryness from the […]

We’re about to get messy and find out. As someone who gets scaly, dry hands at this time of year, I’m frequently on the hunt for moisturizing hacks. On a recent search for dry skin cures, I come across one article that claims bananas are some kind of miracle cure for dry skin. Huh? Sounds strange, […]

Taste tested and all.

Healthy, delicious bone broth recipes packed with skin-loving nutrients. When people asked me two years ago what was in my mug, my response of bone broth was met with curious—and sometimes repulsed—looks. Flash forward to 2017, and no one bats an eye. Bone broth has become one of the biggest health food trends in recent […]