Your wellness journey

5 foods that boost serotonin

Ever have those days (or weeks) when everything is just…meh? If you’re like me, and you’ve tried Googling your way to a better mood, you probably came across serotonin. This is your body’s feel-good hormone. And while

6 foods for lasting energy

POV: It’s mid-afternoon and you’re feeling tapped out. You’ve already chugged two cups of coffee, but with the long list of tasks ahead of you, you’re tempted to pour yourself a third or dive into your stash of treats. The

5 tips to balance cortisol for better sleep

We’ve all been there: It’s 10 pm, you’re in bed but you can’t stop thinking about all the work that’s waiting for you in the morning. Your mind is racing; you’re tossing and turning as the hours go by. Stress

5 ways to optimize your bedroom for sleep

We’ve all been there: The bright light that peeks through the gap in your curtains and keeps you from falling asleep. Or the hot summer night that makes it impossible to get comfortable, no matter how much you toss and turn.

5 prebiotic-rich foods to nourish your gut

Many of us are familiar with the benefits of probiotics, the good bacteria found in fermented foods like yogurt, kimchi and kombucha. But while probiotics get a lot of the spotlight when it comes to gut health, their lesser-known

The 6 worst foods for sleep

Let’s face it, getting through your 9-to-5 is hard enough without having to deal with the effects of a bad night’s sleep. Every system in your body benefits from those regenerative hours, so when you miss out, it doesn’t just

5 foods for hair health from a nutritionist

Whether you have long, short, straight or curly hair, you probably put it through the wringer daily. Over time that rough treatment takes a toll. While hair serums and glossing treatments may help, the best thing you can do is treat

6 reasons you don’t feel full

Do you ever get hungry right after a meal? Or find yourself snacking all day without feeling satisfied? It’s a frustrating problem but a common one, and it’s probably rooted in your daily habits. Here are 6 reasons you might

8 healthy habits for your skin

You might not realize it, but your daily habits—good and bad—often show on your skin. Whether it’s dark circles from irregular sleep or a little dullness from one too many cocktails, your skin says a lot about what you get