Stay young

Welcome back to Wellworthy. Here’s this week’s health and wellness rundown:

• A busy mom and founder’s top wellness tools. 

• New research on the science of staying young.

• The latest drops for working out, kicking back, and avoiding allergens.

— Let’s go!

Health Stack: Esther Sedgwick

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

This week: Esther Sedgwick, CEO and co-founder of Carry — the first weighted vest and rucking community purpose-built for women (launching 2025). 

At 39, Esther hit a health crossroads: "I started to feel out of control. My routine just wasn’t working as well anymore." So she revamped her diet, exercise, and sleep habits to focus on hormone health and longevity. 

A busy mom and startup founder, Esther maintains balance through weekly planning and self-compassion: "I give myself grace on the days I can't mark everything complete, and maximize the days when I have time to crank stuff out."

Here’s Esther to share the tools and practices that helped her regain control of her health:

• Peloton App: “I’ve been a dedicated Peloton user since becoming a mom. I don’t have as much time or flexibility to train and play sports. Peloton helps me maintain my ‘everyday hybrid athlete’ status. I typically take 2-3x strength, 1-2x cycling, 1x yoga, and 2x outdoor classes each week.”

• Spotify: “Music helps me crush my workout and podcasts have become my favorite companion for long rucks when I go solo.”

• Trigger Point Eco Foam Roller: “I use this roller to release tightness in my calves, IT bands, hip flexors, glutes, lats, and anywhere else that needs some love after a training session.”

• Mind Body Green Creatine + Taurine: “Creatine isn’t just for bodybuilders! Taking 3-5 grams/day builds healthy bones and stronger muscles while supporting cognitive performance and energy levels. I take it daily and recommend it for most women 40+. It’s backed by science and comes in convenient on-the-go stick packs.”

• Function Health: “Function offers lab tests at a reasonable cost — it’s incredibly empowering. My husband and I are both members and we compete with each other for the lowest biological age.”

Esther’s book recommendations: 

• The New Menopause: Navigating Your Path Through Hormonal Change with Purpose, Power, and Facts: “This book is filled with clear explanations and specific actions you can take to address a wide variety of menopause symptoms.”

• Good Energy: The Surprising Connection Between Metabolism and Limitless Health: “Author Casey Means MD is a passionate and comprehensive resource on functional medicine, nutrition, and metabolic health. This book helped me realign my mindset on food and provides specific suggestions for grocery shopping and meal prep .”

Check out Esther’s full Health Stack here on Wellworthy. 

On Our Radar 

Interesting stories we spotted this week → 

Stay young. New research on omega-3s proves aging isn’t inevitable. While these vital nutrients become harder to find in modern foods, combining them with vitamin D and regular strength training slows biological aging. The fix doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive: add fatty fish like salmon or sardines twice weekly, get outside for natural vitamin D, and incorporate basic strength moves into your routine.

Ease up. Obsession can stifle success. Runner and author Steve Magness learned this through burnout. "Elite performers learn to go broad," he explains. Studies back this up: Nobel winners typically have diverse interests outside their field and multi-sport athletes outperform those who specialize. The takeaway? Schedule time each week for something unrelated to your goals — your performance might improve when you're not obsessing. 

Top of mind. Microplastics are accumulating in our brains at alarming rates — up ~50% since 2016, with brain tissue containing 30x more than other organs. Dementia patients show 10x higher concentrations. Dr. Rhonda Patrick suggests reducing exposure by using a reverse osmosis water filter, avoiding plastic bottles and aluminum cans, and never heating food in plastic containers.

Just Dropped: Vuori’s AllTheForm™ collection

Vuori introduced the AllTheForm™ collection which includes four pieces in five colorways: high-rise leggings ($98), medium-support sports bra ($64), support tank ($74), and 6" shorts ($64).

The collection is made from Vuori’s new BlissBlend Form™ performance fabric, combining buttery softness with enhanced lift and support for intense workouts. Shop now.

More drops perfect for:

• Daily wellness. Sakara launched a streamlined collection of four plant-based supplements: liquid multivitamin, tart cherry sleep aid, antioxidant tincture, and metabolism gummies. Shop now.

• Allergen detection. Allervision just launched on the App Store, providing instant allergen detection and ingredient scanning technology designed to make shopping for allergen-free food easier and stress-free for individuals and families. Download now.

• Sleep tracking. OnePlus introduced its Watch 3 featuring military-grade durability, up to 16 days of battery life, and comprehensive health monitoring that includes snoring detection, breathing anomalies, and detailed sleep tracking. Start tracking here.

• Kettlebell training. Peloton added kettlebell classes to its main app and Strength+ platform, featuring eight instructors and four class formats ranging from strength-focused to conditioning-oriented workouts. Get the details.

• Better bubbles. Spindrift launched Spindrift SODA, a real-squeezed fruit soda without added sugar, stevia, or prebiotics. Features enhanced carbonation, more fruit, and premium ingredients. Find it on drinkspindrift.com.

• Workout wear. Seven-time F1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton partnered with lululemon as its newest ambassador, focusing on performance gear, design innovation, and social impact through his Mission 44 foundation. Shop Hamilton’s picks here.

• Mindful mixology. BRĒZ created Spirit, a zero-proof spirit infused with 5mg THC, 10mg CBD, and 2200mg of Lion's Mane mushroom extract per serving, featuring natural flavors of Italian lemon, elderflower, and agave for a hangover-free social experience. Learn more on Wellworthy.

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