A guide to wellbeing for your body and mind

For almost a year now, President Trump and his administration have horribly mismanaged the coronavirus pandemic. With the incoming of President-elect Joe Biden, many Americans are hoping that his administration will not only provide solely needed…

If the COVID-19 pandemic should have taught us anything, it’s that we are globally interdependent. What happens in, say, the U.K., does not stay in the U.K. Our globalized economy means that people and things, including coronavirus, cross national…

This entire week, I’ve been repeatedly rapping the phrase “throw it like a stripper, yuh” — to no one in particular — from Erica Banks’ “Buss It.” Though this behavior is concerning to all of the people I live with, the 2020 single and its catchy…

One of the most terrifying things about COVID-19 has been how much we don’t know about it. Scientists have been working around the clock for the past year trying to figure out how the virus works and how we can defeat it. One of the major questions…

Many of us are anxious to make change in our lives and in the world, what with far right fools looting democracy and the global pandemic and all. Except that we’re still stuck at home, with precious few opportunities for face time with like minded…

My day-to-day existence has crackled with nervous energy for as long as I can remember. Anxiety shapes how I think, feel, and relate to others — and how I see myself. A formal diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) a few years ago only…

We’ve officially reached peak CBD obsession. Short for cannabidiol, CBD is a non-inebriating compound in cannabis believed to soothe anxiety and pain, as well as facilitate sleep, among other benefits. CBD oil has emerged in a myriad of food…

While CBD can be found in many fast food and specialty products across the country, no major national grocery brands have yet to make the leap into infusing the hemp-derived substance into their products — until now. CBD-infused Ben & Jerry's pints…

April 20 is this Saturday, meaning stoners and marijuana enthusiasts will celebrate the day (unofficially) dedicated to cannabis. Jumping into the festivities for the first time is West Coast-based fast food chain Carl’s Jr., which will be the first…

West Coast fast food chain Carl’s Jr. will be debuting its first ever CBD menu item this April 20th: The Rocky Mountain High CheeseBurger Delight. Available exclusively at one restaurant in Denver (located at 4050 Colorado Boulevard), this new…

At the Feelz, a pop-up bakery that was hosted by vegan restaurant By Chloe at the end of September, every colorful concoction contained a bit of CBD — and the brand went hard on the Mary Jane messaging: Frosting piped into the shape of pot leaves…

Mornings are tough — but CBD in your coffee could make them a little easier. CBD, short for cannabidiol, is virtually everywhere; it promises all the relaxation that’s associated with weed, without any of the high. But research around the cannabis…

Yesterday, anticipating a stressful day, I ordered my usual order from Panera, whose festival of fat and carbs always makes me feel better: Broccoli and cheese soup in a bread bowl, a cinnamon crunch bagel, and a kitchen sink cookie (which has…

Daylight saving time was first implemented during the first world war to take advantage of longer daylight hours and save energy. While this made a difference when we heavily relied on coal power, today the benefits are disputed. In fact, emerging…

Health experts have warned us of another wave of coronavirus as the weather cools, which means restrictions could tighten in many places, and we might find ourselves hunkering down indoors yet again. To help you cope, we’ve compiled a list of 28…

In a wellness-obsessed world where sparkling water reigns as the go-to source of hydration for many of us millennials, soda — linked to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and a host of other health issues — seems, honestly, a little…

In college, I had a roommate who routinely talked in her sleep, usually about her chemistry homework. While I was up late studying one night, she sat up abruptly in her bed. “Where’s my calculator? Have you seen my calculator?” she demanded,…

I almost never remember my dreams, and when I do, it’s usually because I woke up screaming. I had this one recently where the world was on fire but no one could put it out because the President of the United States had turned off the water in the…

Thinking of making over your eating habits in the new year? U.S. News and World Report just released its best and worst diet rankings for 2020, making the process of choosing the right diet for you a little easier. Out of 35 diets, the Mediterranean…

Anti-inflammatory diets are especially trendy these days, mostly thanks to the celebrities who have sung their praises. Venus Williams has turned to an anti-inflammatory diet to manage her autoimmune disorder, Tom Brady to enhance his athletic…

Amy Quichiz is not what our society has traditionally presented as a plant-based activist. She eschews cultish vegan dogma in favor of open-mindedness. She practices more than she preaches. And she’s not skinny, white, straight, or socioeconomically…

Vacation planning can be stressful and overwhelming for anyone: How much time do you need to get everything set? How much money should you save? Which airport security program should you apply for? Should you pay attention to that state department…