Mind strong

Welcome back to Wellworthy, your trusted source for expert insights and product drops. Here’s what’s lined up this week:

• An activewear founder’s wellness essentials 

• Why protein quality matters more than quantity

• The mental edge you get from exercise

• New launches from Zendaya x On, Tracksmith, Nike Strength, and more

— Let’s go!
 Ash Read, co-founder, Wellworthy

Health Stack: Mille Skat

Each week, we tap our network of health and fitness experts to offer personal insights and recommendations.

This week: Mille Skat is the co-founder of Danish activewear brand Planet Nusa. With a toddler at home, she carves out 2–4 workouts per week, mixing at-home sessions with group classes.

Here’s what’s in Mille’s stack:

• Sala Studio home workouts: “When I’m training at home, it’s always with Sala Studio!”

• Classes at Nordic Strong: “Nordic Strong has become a staple for me. As it’s opening in NYC, I see it becoming a set part of our visits to the city.”

• Rhode Pocket Blush: “I feel my best when my hair has been blow dried and I’m wearing a little cheek blush. The Rhode Pocket Blush is super lightweight and integrates well on the skin.”

• Prolog Coffee: “My motivation for getting up in the mornings is knowing that there’s a cup of coffee on the horizon. At the moment Prolog is my go-to — I like its tangy flavor profile.”

• Heights Biotic: “My sense of well-being stems from my gut health. If my gut’s good, then I’m good. So I try to work these into my daily routine with a glass of water pre-coffee in the mornings.”

• TRUBARs: “One of the bars I always stack up on when I can is TRUBAR. It just gives me that little kick, and I get a lot of joy out of having small sweet snacks now and then.”

Check out Mille’s full Health Stack here.

On Our Radar 

Interesting stories we spotted this week → 

Protein quality > quantity. A comprehensive review found essential amino acid density and digestibility matter more for muscle synthesis total grams consumed, so build meals around complete proteins like eggs, dairy, fish, or lean meats, and pair plant sources (like grains with beans or lentils) to cover all essential amino acids.

Exercise for your mind. A meta-analysis of 26 studies found aerobic and resistance training both cut depression and anxiety symptoms, even below the recommended weekly dose. The lesson? Movement is powerful medicine, and the “minimum effective dose” might be smaller than you think.

Ultra-processed progress. Ultra-processed foods still account for 55% of American calories, but CDC data shows intake is falling, down from 56% in 2017 for adults, and from 66% to 62% for kids. Cut down on UPFs by swapping packaged snacks and sugary drinks for whole, minimally processed foods.

Stress response. In a study of 3,500 older adults, Monday dread correlated with 23% higher cortisol levels for months, even among retirees. Researchers link this “stress echo” to a 19% spike in Monday heart attacks.

Just Dropped

New products and launches spotted this week → 

Literary Sport released its Fall/Winter 2025 minimalist collection featuring pleated track pants and mesh layers. The line offers sophisticated design x performance athleticwear. See the range.

Aura launched its workout sharing app, turning every session into shareable art with 20+ stat designs and custom elements, turning basic screenshots into creative expression. Download free.

Skateboarding legend Erik Ellington launched Easy Does It, a 65-calorie non-alcoholic beer brewed with Saaz hops that delivers the classic crisp taste without the hangover. Get yours here.

Zendaya introduced her first co-created shoe with On, the Cloudzone Moon featuring next-gen CloudTec cushioning and a sculpted midsole. The shoe was designed with stylist Law Roach for all-day comfort. Step into style.

Kroma Wellness dropped Super Core, the world's first dairy-free colostrum supplement powered by Effera, a human-identical lactoferrin that's 15x more potent than cow-derived versions. Discover more here.

OIKOS announced FUSION, a cultured dairy drink designed for GLP-1 users and weight-loss journeys. The drink is packed with 23g protein, leucine, and vitamin D in a patented blend that helps preserve muscle mass during weight loss. Find them in store this month.

Tracksmith is going off-road with the Eliot Range trail shoe, featuring a carbon fiber plate, Vibram XS Trek outsole, and merino wool liner. Shop the shoe.

Heart & Soil released Grass-Fed Whey Protein in Unflavored and Chocolate Sea Salt, made from 100% grass-fed cows and processed low and slow to preserve nutrients. The protein is NSF Certified for Sport, third-party tested, and free of fillers, hormones, and additives. Order here.

Nike Strength previewed a Soft Plyo Box that looks like an oversized shoebox but performs like serious equipment. The box features three height options, dense foam core, and grippy nylon cover for explosive training. Sign up for early access.

New Balance revealed the official 2025 NYC Marathon collection with performance fits built for the city's toughest race. The collection covers everything from training miles to finish line gear. Gear up now.

Ka'Chava unveiled its first new flavor in three years: Strawberry. The shake mix is packed with 25g plant-based protein, 6g fiber, and flavored with real freeze-dried organic strawberries. Try it here.

Loom is a new beverage brand, its ‘Juice Water’ delivers real juice flavor with a fraction of the sugar and calories. It also contains no added sugar and is non-GMO, gluten-free, vegan, and kosher. .