Buying gifts for someone who you know loves to cook and bake can present a challenge. What do they already have in their kitchen? What do they actually need? What do they really want? I know because for many people, I am this person. How we choose I have a kitchen that’s pretty well stocked with my favorite tools, gadgets, specialty […]

Want to shed some pounds for your health? (Same.) Or maybe you just want to fit into your fave pair of jeans again. (Also same.) No matter why you want to lose weight, it’s important to know the science behind fat first. Here’s the 411 on fat. Where does fat go when you lose weight? What is fat: Fat gets a bad rap. But it can be a […]

Kosher and halal lifestyles often get lumped together. But while they do have some similarities, they’re very different diets. Here’s the 411 on all things kosher and halal. KosherHalalWhat is it?a set of food preparation and consumption guidelines established under Jewish dietary lawanything allowed under Islamic law (This doesn’t […]

Alcohol and its side effects are known to stick around in your body, but how long does alcohol actually stay in your system? After you’ve drained your glass, your body immediately works to get rid of it. Chances are you’ll still be feeling it for about an hour, maybe even 2 hours depending on how your body metabolizes alcohol.  Here’s […]

This is “The Lift,” where we break down simple fitness activities you can do anywhere — and not just do them, but do them right. With these helpful tips, you can take control of your exercise process at your pace. Design by Mekhi Baldwin; Photograph by Grady Reese/Getty ImagesInhale. Exhale. Repeat. There’s not much to the whole […]

You’re here! That means it’s Monday, or it’s feeling like one. Don’t worry Greatist has your back. Subscribe to our newsletter for direct access to Mondays with Minaa, a mental health column by our resident self-care expert, Minaa. Design by Alexis LiraHi Greatist readers Happy Monday! The past few weeks might have felt like a […]

Alright, first thing’s first: We’re not here to tell you that juicing is a miracle cure that rids you of every problem. We won’t even talk about how it “detoxes” or “cleanses” because there’s no scientific evidence that says it does. What we can get behind is that fresh squeezed flavor. Who doesn’t wish they could afford to […]

Content note: This article uses the term “couples therapy,” but that term applies to all relationships. Decades ago it seemed like therapy was just for urban intellectuals who had the extra time and money to sit on a tweed-wearing person’s couch, talking about their childhoods. Now, we live in a different world that increasingly […]

Dreaming of a meat-free Christmas? We rounded up the 40 best vegetarian and vegan recipes to please all of Santa’s little helpers. From Frosty to the Abominable Snowman, there’s something for everyone. 1. Smoked Gouda and apple crostini with honey drizzle Photo courtesy of Joyful Healthy EatsStarting a meal with crostini gives off […]

‘Tis the season for pumpkin-spiced everything — and we get it, really, we do. But there are plenty of other cool-weather eats that deserve more kudos. These 10 fall foods (cider donuts! apple pie! sweet potatoes!) should be blowing up right now for 2 key reasons: They’re super easy to make.They’re f*cking delicious.They’re so fall […]

Are you all about that wine life? (Same.) Wine can be a relaxing and healthy-ish boozy bev. But before you pop that cork, you should know what drinking vino can do to your body shape and weight. Here’s the lowdown on how fattening wine really is. Tara Romasanta Photography/StocksyHow many calories are in a glass of wine? The calories […]

Illustration by Maya ChastainCooked too much rice yesterday? Have a carton of rice left in the fridge from a takeout order? Once upon a time you may have opened the container and tossed the dried block of rice in the trash. Well, day-old rice is actually a gift from the food gods. There are so many dishes that are actually best when made with […]

Fast food gets a lot of grief. But let’s be honest: It definitely has its place. We’d all be a lot hungrier on late nights or long drives if we couldn’t swing by a drive-thru. Design by Wenzdai FigueroaIf you’re vegan, though, it can be a challenge to enjoy those cheap, easy noms because most fast food is pretty animal-heavy. […]

Okay, folks. We’re going to settle one of the biggest debates of all time. And before you shout your opinion on whether pineapple is acceptable on pizza, that’s not what I’m referring to. This debate is all about which is the better dish cleaning method: washing them by hand or letting the dishwasher do the work. Which method gets the […]

Sex ed being what it is, many of us make it to adulthood without answers to some of life’s big questions: Do lesbians scissor? Can people with penises fake an orgasm? And, is squirting actually real? If you’ve only ever seen squirting in porn (which often is embellished), it makes sense you’d wonder whether the whole idea is fake. But […]