It’s a tall order, finding a shampoo that meets those requirements. Additionally, everyone has their own unique hair types and quirks—like if you highlight your hair, you’ll want something that can tend to the color as well. But you’ve come to the right place: Here, our favorite shampoos for hair growth, broken down by individualized categories. However, as part of that well-rounded routine, a shampoo that encourages hair growth is a wonderful addition....

Since our feet are unique, support looks different for everyone: Some folks have flatter feet, while others have super-high arches. We chatted with experts to learn what it means to have proper arch support in a shoe—and they even shared a few go-to recommendations. Below, find our picks for the best shoes for arch support, with options for every activity and budget. Janine Ferrigno-Taddeo, DPM, agrees. “Arch support is important for keeping your feet and body aligned to help prevent injury,” she adds....

Considering the far-reaching effects good-for-you omega-3 fatty acids have throughout the body, this isn’t exactly a surprise.* There are a few crucial factors to consider when hunting for an omega-3 supplement that not only offers the daily dose of EPA and DHA you need to best support your unique health goals but that does so with a quality formula and sustainability and transparency in mind. After all, these healthy fats are one of the most under-consumed nutrients in America....

While the research on topical hemp CBD is still emerging, there have been a few promising studies; topical hemp-derived CBD cream has been shown to reduce joint swelling and discomfort in studies in mice1 (though more research is still needed to validate its effect on humans). Just note that CBD massage oils don’t enter the systemic bloodstream, so they won’t offer the same benefits on mood as an oral formula. However, the topical application of hemp CBD does interact with the skin’s endocannabinoid system (ECS)2, a “master regulatory system” responsible for regulating countless bodily processes, including stress, mood, and pain perception....

Exhausting, right? As a clinical psychology researcher and co-founder of a mental well-being company, I regularly see the impact of our productivity-obsessed, achievement-driven culture on mental health. And, while it sounds counterintuitive, this type of overwhelming exhaustion isn’t necessarily fixed by sleeping or lounging around. From a scientific point of view, rejuvenation—not rest—is the foundation of fighting burnout. For the most part, we’re taught to cope with burnout by doing the former: stopping everything to focus on rest....

So how exactly does it work? The ECS seems to have two main components that interact with each other to exert its effects: While scientists are still trying to understand the specific mechanisms by which the ECS modulates each of these different effects, it has to do with the fact that the ECS modulates neurotransmission3 (i.e., nerve signaling), according to integrative medicine physician Robert Rountree, M.D. “The most common contributors to ECS deficiency are the usual suspects when it comes to poor health,” says Knox....

We spoke with Scott Stoll, M.D., health and wellness adviser at Swich and parent company, Rouxbe, and co-founder of The Plantrician Project, to find out exactly how cooking plant-based can improve our lives. Plus, we got his advice on how to set ourselves up for success—from developing skills with a cooking community like Swich to stocking our pantry full of staples that will serve as inspiration and nourishment. He continues, “The CDC estimates that between 75 and 80% of the cost of health care ($3....