August 29, 2019 at 12:02PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLlrv7VBPPU] Welcome to ‘Dear Derm,’ our brand-new series in which dermatologist Mona Gohara, MD shares serious skin-care realness. In each episode, she’ll answer your most burning beauty questions and give you all the tools you need to take your glow game to the next level. If you put on sunscreen every day, congratulations. You are among the 25 percent of people who are actually following the advice that every dermatologist would give to you, according to data from an online skin-care survey. As for everyone else, well, we need to have a talk. In the latest episode of Well+Good’s Dear Derm, Mona Gohara, MD, a board-certified dermatologist explains why it’s critically important that we’re all wearing sunscreen every single day of our lives: Over 95 percent of the signs of aging in skin come from the sun. And as she lets us know loud and clear, there is absolutely no reason to skip this critical step, because there’s a perfect product out there for everyone. ad_intervals[‘418866_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘418866_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’);}); } }, 100); If deciding which sunscreen you should slather on every day is what’s holding you back from regular use, Dr. Gohara’s got you covered. According to her, there are two types of SPF on the market—chemical, which absorbs into the skin and blocks out UV rays, and mineral, which forms a physical barrier on the skin and bounces off the sun’s rays. And hot tip: If you have acne,
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Who said seaweed was just for sushi? Here’s why the ingredient is about to blow up
August 29, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Ever have a flashback to when kale wasn’t cool (#tbt)? Well, there’s a new crew of superfoods about to hit your plates and IG feeds. We teamed up with Ocean Spray to clue you in on the trends. Learn about all six craze-worthy foods here, and keep reading to find out why the benefits of seaweed make it legit. Not to diss your sushi roll of choice, but seaweed is more than just an edible device that holds your takeout order together. The insanely versatile vegetable (okay, technically, marine algae), has moved beyond the delivery container to pop up everywhere. The ingredient was peeped all over the healthy snacks our editors checked out at Natural Products Expo West, which gives a preview of what’s coming down the pipeline—and can now be found in the snack aisle at local New York City bodegas, the shelves of Trader Joe’s, and Amazon’s five-star snack reviews. ad_intervals[‘413261_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘413261_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); So why is something you normally see at the beach suddenly having such a moment in the food sphere? Find out how the good-for-you benefits and buzz are pushing seaweed to the next level below. Keep scrolling for a look at the benefits of seaweed and how you can start snacking on it ASAP. Benefits of seaweed Besides getting stuck to your leg when you’ve been chilling in the ocean for awhile (don’t you hate when that happens?),
Move over quinoa—Buckwheat is the new it-grain taking over menus everywhere
August 29, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Ever have a flashback to when kale wasn’t cool (#tbt)? Well, there’s a new crew of superfoods about to hit your plates and IG feeds. We teamed up with Ocean Spray to clue you in on the trends. Learn about all six craze-worthy foods here, and keep reading to find out why the health benefits of buckwheat earned it a spot. “Overnight buckwheaties” may not sound as catchy as overnight oats, but take this into consideration: Buckwheat is loaded with nutrition benefits, it’s super easy to prepare, and it’s the rising star of the grain-but-not-actually-a-grain world. (It’s technically a seed, or “pseudo-cereal,” like quinoa.) And, like quinoa, the nutty-flavored groats are becoming a go-to healthy buddha bowl base (thanks in part to their knockout protein content) and giving the OG supergrain a run for its money. ad_intervals[‘414685_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘414685_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); Plus, despite its moniker, buckwheat doesn’t actually contain any actual wheat, making it a safe choice for Celiacs or people choosing to follow a gluten-free lifestyle. Here’s why you’ll want to consider scouring the #buckwheat feed on Instagram and adding the superfood to your grocery list. Keep scrolling to discover the health benefits of buckwheat, plus all the ways you can start eating it. Benefits You’re likely to find buckwheat taking one of two forms: Buckwheat groats are the hulled seeds from the plant, while buckwheat flour is ground from the seed hulls. In both forms, it’s anti-inflammatory and high
Wait, you’re not putting cranberries on everything? Here’s why you’re about to see this super fruit everywhere
August 29, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Ever have a flashback to when kale wasn’t cool (#tbt)? Well, there’s a new crew of superfoods about to hit your plates and IG feeds. We teamed up with Ocean Spray to clue you in on the trends. Learn about all six craze-worthy foods here, and keep reading to find out why the health benefits of cranberries earned it a spot. Nope, cranberries officially aren’t just for Thanksgiving anymore. If you haven’t heard, the bright berry has been buzzing all year long, and we’re calling it as the superfruit taking over the wellness scene. Besides being so satisfyingly tart (they pair well with both your sweet and salty faves), cranberries have a ton of health-boosting potential—so we asked Eliza Savage, RD at Middleberg Nutrition, and Barbara Mendez, nutritionist and pharmacist, to explain why, exactly, we should be adding them to our plates. ad_intervals[‘413612_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘413612_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); “I like to think of superfoods as a great garnish to any meal,” Savage says. “It’s a great way to increase the flavor and nutritional profile—without a ton of work. Your digestive system will thank you!” Scroll down for the lowdown on all the health benefits of cranberries, plus omg-delish ideas for how to start adding them to your diet. Benefits of cranberries So what makes cranberries so super compared to all the other fruits in the produce aisle? According to Mendez and Savage, their benefits are legit,
Here’s why endive is the paleo hero ingredient you’re about to see everywhere
August 29, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Ever have a flashback to when kale wasn’t cool (#tbt)? Well, there’s a new crew of superfoods about to hit your plates and IG feeds. We teamed up with Ocean Spray to clue you in on the trends. Learn about all six craze-worthy foods here, and keep reading to find out why the health benefits of endive earned it a spot. On your quest to get your greens in, it’s easy to default to throwing spinach, kale, or arugula into a bowl and calling it a day. Besides, the taste of your greens-of-choice isn’t always the main showstopper, but more of a vehicle for the real yummy stuff (like that vinaigrette you finally perfected). But a different veggie base is threatening to steal the salad spotlight—and its unique flavor can stand on its own. Enter: Belgian endive—the elegant-looking (and sounding, tbh) member of the chicory family that’s making its case to be the leafy green of 2019. ad_intervals[‘413808_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘413808_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); If you’re unfamiliar with the up-and-coming superfood, you can pick endive out of the produce section by its oval-shaped head and boat-shaped white leaves with yellow or red-purple tops. It’s known for being fresh and crunchy, and though its slight bitterness might seem like a turnoff, don’t be intimidated. The benefits of endive make the case for why it might soon be taking over your plate. Keep scrolling for insight on the health benefits of endive AKA your
Get ready for it—Butternut squash’s moment has officially arrived
August 29, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Ever have a flashback to when kale wasn’t cool (#tbt)? Well, there’s a new crew of superfoods about to hit your plates and IG feeds. We teamed up with Ocean Spray to clue you in on the trends. Learn about all six craze-worthy foods here, and read on to find out why the health benefits of butternut squash earned it a spot. Sweet potato will probably always be the darling of the gluten-free set, but a different orange veggie is encroaching on its reputation as most-loved root veg: butternut squash. Though butternut squash isn’t new to the wellness scene, we’re declaring 2019 the year it officially stakes its claim among the veggie it-crowd—and for good reason. It offers a lighter alternative to sweet potato with less sugar, carbs, and calories, but still provides all the versatility that makes sweet potato a go-to paleo or Whole 30 ingredient. ad_intervals[‘413629_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘413629_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); In fact, the vitamin-packed veggie is potentially even more swap-friendly than its starchier cousin, evidenced by its selection as the star ingredient in healthified recipes that are blowing up the foodie sphere (think pastas, pizzas, and yes, even waffle fries). Want to know the deets on the case for adding the fiery-colored squash to your plate? We asked Eliza Savage, RD at Middleberg Nutrition, and Barbara Mendez, nutritionist and pharmacist, to fill us in. Keep reading for more intel on the health benefits of butternut squash. Benefits of butternut
You’re not imagining it—broccoli is giving cauliflower a run for its money
August 29, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Ever have a flashback to when kale wasn’t cool (#tbt)? Well, there’s a new crew of superfoods about to hit your plates and IG feeds. We teamed up with Ocean Spray to clue you in on the trends. Learn about all six craze-worthy foods here, and keep reading to find out why the health benefits of broccoli got it onto the list. Okay, so cauliflower isn’t going anywhere (see: every person you know Instagramming TJ’s cauliflower gnocchi). But now, it’s time to make more room in your cart for the next cruciferous it-veg: Broccoli. Yep, the old-school green—best known for being your least favorite childhood vegetable—is making a comeback, in a big way. According to a Green Giant survey, broccoli is the most popular vegetable in America, racking up favorite status in 39 states in 2019. And with the surge in creativity around new ways to eat it, it’s fast becoming a tastebud-pleasing sleeper hit. ad_intervals[‘413666_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘413666_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); All that, and it’s got the nutrition oomph to punch it up to superfood level. Find out why you need its health benefits in your life—plus the trending ways to add it to your plate. Keep reading to find out the health benefits of broccoli and a full cheat sheet on your new favorite cruciferous vegetable. Benefits of broccoli There’s a lot to cover with broccoli’s nutrition content, but first things first: It’s a total
10 genius storage ideas for small spaces to maximize your ‘cozy’ home
August 29, 2019 at 02:00AM by CWC When you call New York City home, personal space is a very (and, I mean, very) limited resource. Even if you pay big money for extra square footage, you’ll more than likely still find yourself flipping a coin to decide whether you should keep your desk or dresser. So getting creative with what goes where, and Googling all the storage ideas for small spaces is as necessary as, say, buying renters’ insurance. Clean My Space blogger Melissa Maker knows that making your small space work in a big way starts with the right mindset. “Think unconventionally about the space that you have. When you look at a room through an economizing lens, that’s when you start to get creative,” she says. If you view the project before you as a total drag, that’s exactly how it will feel. Instead, Maker recommends seeing your limited room as an opportunity to really, really consider which belongings add to your life. And which are just, well, clutter. ad_intervals[‘419011_div-gpt-ad-5443410-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘419011_div-gpt-ad-5443410-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-5443410-3’);}); } }, 100); Whether your teeny-tiny abode is located in the Big Apple or elsewhere, home organization experts share 10 must-know ways to make your small space work in big ways. So grab a notepad and start jotting down ideas for making the very most of every last inch of your shoebox apartment/tiny home/pool house. 1. Set your focus on multifunctional decor “I love multi-functional furniture pieces and accessories that help
Ask yourself these 4 questions to stop your perfectionist ways from sucking up all the fun
August 29, 2019 at 01:00AM by CWC I now steer clear of Black Swan because I enjoy sleeping at night, but I do feel for Nina Sayers (played by Natalie Portman) as she whispers lines about how she just “wants to be perfect.” That’s quite the tall order, though—especially when you’re forced to share screen time Winona “Flawless Goddess” Ryder, you know? (Don’t @ me—I’m entitled to my opinions.) And even if you aren’t a disturbed ballerina, chances are you’ve experienced some sort of flirtation with perfectionism that could drive you off the deep end. It’s how we’re wired. So, knowing how to stop being a perfectionist is pretty important. As many of us are hightailing it to burnout land in the midst of our current culture of competitive success, being “perfect” can sometimes feel like the only mode of survival. One recent study published by the American Psychological Association posits that’s because we live in a more “individualistic, materialistic, and socially antagonistic” society. Also we have (as Black Swan showcases) “competitive environments, more unrealistic expectations, and more anxious and controlling parents.” Moreover, an obsession with perfection can be detrimental to your mental health, working as a cause and symptom of anxiety and depression. Fun! ad_intervals[‘417303_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘417303_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); So is there any advice to be gleaned and implemented regarding how to stop being a perfectionist? I mean, a leopard can’t change its spots and a swan can only rip out so
This bubble-gum textured mask is the most fun (and effective) way ever to exfoliate
August 28, 2019 at 11:11PM by CWC These days, there are roughly as many ways to exfoliate your skin as there are grains of sand on every beach in the world, or stars in the sky. Read: zillions. Seriously, there are so many of them—from chemical exfoliants to physical exfoliants, each of which encompass a whole lot of different methods (AHAs! BHAs! Sugar scrubs! Salt scrubs! Walnut scrubs!) that it can be hard to keep track of what to use when and why and for what. But with Ole Henriksen‘s latest launch, we’ve officially found the most fun one of all. The brand recently launched its PHAT Glow Facial ($49) that can best be described as a facial in a bottle. It also smells like bubblegum, which makes it truly a joy to slather all over your face. The treatment uses a combination of PHAs (or, in science-speak, polyhydroxy acids) and Nordic birch sap, and pink bentonite clay to diminish lines and dark spots and leave your skin luminescent in 15 minutes flat. ad_intervals[‘419128_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘419128_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’);}); } }, 100); Like the other members of the hydroxy acid family (hi alpha! hi beta!), polyhydroxy acid is a great chemical exfoliant. But because it’s gentler than its A- and B- cousins, it’s a great option for anyone who needs a little extra sensitivity in the sloughing parts of their routine. “Polyhydroxy acids are humectants and antioxidants. They attract moisture to the skin so they tend to be