WellBe Guides: Wellness & Health Articles

When people talk about hormones, it’s normally related to a specific kind of experience, like menopause, pregnancy, or a monthly menstrual cycle. Hormones play a big role in all of these, of course, but what people don’t talk about (and many don’t know) is the fact that hormones play a huge role in every aspect of our body’s functioning every single day. That means that if your hormones are out of whack, there are consequences, including some particularly pesky ones like weight gain and belly fat. Read on to learn more about female imbalance and the link between cortisol and belly fat, as well as natural remedies for hormonal imbalance.

The 2020 WellBe holiday gift guide, including healthy and non-toxic gift ideas for everyone on your list.

What's the deal with vitamin D? Do you get enough from the sun, or should you take supplements? And what, exactly, does vitamin D do? We explore all that and more.

Migraines can be totally debilitating, and many of the methods of treatment have undesirable side effects. Luckily, there are natural remedies that have been proven to be as effective as pharmaceuticals.

All prescription and OTC meds have side effects. But which ones are the worst offenders? You might be surprised to learn some of the serious and long-term health risks associated with the most common medications.

Over 75% of American women color their hair — but how many of them know about the harmful color in those hair dyes? In the WellBe Guide to organic hair salons and natural hair color, we look at the risks of coloring your hair, and how to do it safely.

In July 2017, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) published their database of pollutants found in American tap water. By entering your zip code, you can research what contaminants have been found in public water systems. So now what? We looked through the EWG’s water filter guide to find some products that are certified to filter out contaminants found in Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York City.  

Alkaline, mineral, reverse osmosis — there are a lot of different kinds of water out there. In our guide, we break down what each kind of water means for your health.

Nothing says innocent summer fun like throwing some meat on the grill and eating al fresco with friends and family. The only thing is — grilling isn’t actually so innocent after all. Yep, like that mosquito that keeps landing on your fruit salad, we’re here to put damper on your next summer bbq with some news about the serious health risks of grilling. But unlike that annoying mosquito, we’re going to make it better in the end, with smart tips to help you stay safe while still enjoying all the fun and deliciousness of grilling season.