The Checkup: You Probably Need to Replace Your Pillow, Like, Now


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• When was the last time you replaced your pillow? If you can’t remember, you’re probably long overdue for a new one. According to sleep experts, you’re supposed to replace your pillow every six months! Who knew? [Greatist]

• Don’t sabotage all your hard work at the gym with a bad meal the minute you get home: Here, six tips for getting the most out of your post-workout meal. [TIME]

• For everyone with a bad case of the Monday blues, three science-backed ways to boost your happiness. [Well + Good]

• If you are as obsessed with Justin’s Almond Butter (you can find it at Target and Whole Foods) as I am, you will love this news: John Mayer tweeted Justin’s Cookie Dough Almond Butter into existence. Sadly, the company only made a jar for him and them — but fingers crossed we’ll be able to get our hands on some soon! [People]

• Apparently beer facials — and bird poop facials! — are things that people really pay for. Really. [Women’s Health]

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