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Why Your Allergies Are Worse When You Wake Up, and What Can Help
August 03, 2023
Why Your Allergies Are Worse When You Wake Up, and What Can Help
Have you ever woken up—either from a nap or a full night’s rest—and been unable…
By Ashley Broadwater
A ‘Morning-After Pill for STIs’ Is Now Available via Telehealth
August 02, 2023
A ‘Morning-After Pill for STIs’ Is Now Available via Telehealth
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) have been increasing at an alarming rate in the U.S. Data…
By Corey Whelan
This Travel Pro's Trick Can Relieve Tired, Achy Feet After Standing All Day—And It's Podiatrist-Approved
August 02, 2023
This Travel Pro's Trick Can Relieve Tired, Achy Feet After Standing All Day—And It's Podiatrist-Approved
As host of her own travel show on PBS, Samantha Brown spends a lot of…
By Helen Hope
I’m an RD—These 12 High-Fiber Foods Have Been Linked to Cardiovascular Health and Longevity
August 01, 2023
I’m an RD—These 12 High-Fiber Foods Have Been Linked to Cardiovascular Health and Longevity
When it comes to common health recommendations, eating more fiber may top the list. It’s…
By Christina Manian, RD
8 Surprising Side Effects of Dehydration That Can Make You Feel… Not So Great
August 01, 2023
8 Surprising Side Effects of Dehydration That Can Make You Feel… Not So Great
If there’s one piece of advice that health and wellness experts of all stripes like…
By Ashley Broadwater
Why a Longevity Expert Swears by Rollerblading As Her Go-To Workout
August 01, 2023
Why a Longevity Expert Swears by Rollerblading As Her Go-To Workout
Dr. Florence Comite’s first experience with rollerblading in the early ‘90s involved careening down a steep…
By Rachel Kraus
A Functional Medicine Doctor Shares Her No. 1 Tip for Exercising With Arthritis
July 31, 2023
A Functional Medicine Doctor Shares Her No. 1 Tip for Exercising With Arthritis
It might seem counterintuitive to move much when you have a painful condition that can…
By Cathy Nelson
Get More Out of Your Mobility Work With This Simple Tweak To Nab 2-in-1 Benefits
July 30, 2023
Get More Out of Your Mobility Work With This Simple Tweak To Nab 2-in-1 Benefits
Mobility has become a popular buzzword around the gym these days. Yet, at much as…
By Jennifer Heimlich
These 13 Creams and Ointments Provide Back Pain Relief in Just Seconds
July 30, 2023
These 13 Creams and Ointments Provide Back Pain Relief in Just Seconds
If you've found yourself rooting around in your bathroom cabinet looking for cream or ointment…
By Shannon Ullman
Science Shows ‘SuperAgers’ Have These 3 Lifestyle Factors in Common
July 30, 2023
Science Shows ‘SuperAgers’ Have These 3 Lifestyle Factors in Common
If life were a video game and you could choose your player, you’d probably want…
By Kells McPhillips
‘Hangover Hats’ Are Goofy, but a Neuropsychologist Says They Absolutely Can Help Ease Headaches
July 29, 2023
‘Hangover Hats’ Are Goofy, but a Neuropsychologist Says They Absolutely Can Help Ease Headaches
We may not be proud of it, but most of us have experienced a violent…
By Maki Yazawa
7 Surprising Things You’re Probably Doing That Are Damaging Your Pelvic Floor
July 28, 2023
7 Surprising Things You’re Probably Doing That Are Damaging Your Pelvic Floor
For years, I was too shy to admit that I didn’t know how to turn…
By Annita Katee
Goodbye, ‘Shy Girl Workouts’—Here Are 3 Expert Ways To Beat Gymtimidation
July 28, 2023
Goodbye, ‘Shy Girl Workouts’—Here Are 3 Expert Ways To Beat Gymtimidation
Third-millennium feminism is obsessed with telling women to take up space. Whether we’re fighting manspreading…
By Kells McPhillips
What *Actually* Happened When I Wore a Period Swimsuit on My Period
July 27, 2023
What *Actually* Happened When I Wore a Period Swimsuit on My Period
Periods and pool days have never played nice. Wearing a swimsuit borders on risky when…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
This *Twist* on a Figure Four Stretch Series Turns the Hip Opener Into a Full-Body Move
July 26, 2023
This *Twist* on a Figure Four Stretch Series Turns the Hip Opener Into a Full-Body Move
The figure four stretch is a classic move in your stretching arsenal, and for good…
By Rachel Kraus
Yes, Endocrine Disruptors Can Mess With Your Hormones—But There Are Ways To Reduce Your Exposure
July 26, 2023
Yes, Endocrine Disruptors Can Mess With Your Hormones—But There Are Ways To Reduce Your Exposure
You’ve seen the labels on your water bottles and shampoo: “BPA-free” and “No Parabens or…
By Erin Davis
Why Do I Stress Out Over Things That *Should* Make Me Happy?
July 26, 2023
Why Do I Stress Out Over Things That *Should* Make Me Happy?
Just thinking about giving a big presentation at work can leave your palms sweaty and…
By Nandini Maharaj
Will Tonal Make You Work Out More? I Ran a Year-Long Experiment With My Husband To Find Out
July 25, 2023
Will Tonal Make You Work Out More? I Ran a Year-Long Experiment With My Husband To Find Out
There was no way our experiment was going to be accurate, my husband Ryan claimed.…
By Rachel Kraus
Here's What It Means if Your Poop Floats, According to Gastroenterologists
July 25, 2023
Here's What It Means if Your Poop Floats, According to Gastroenterologists
Taking a glance in the toilet bowl after you go is only natural. With that,…
By Korin Miller
Everything I Wish I’d Known About Exercise During Egg Freezing Before I Started the Process
July 24, 2023
Everything I Wish I’d Known About Exercise During Egg Freezing Before I Started the Process
From the moment I learned about egg freezing, sometime in my late teens, I knew…
By Gabby Shacknai
3 Exercises That Will Help You Build a Strong Spine
July 22, 2023
3 Exercises That Will Help You Build a Strong Spine
When most people think about the benefits of exercise, they think about how exercise strengthens…
By Amber Sayer
How To Keep Taking Your Hormonal Birth Control on Time When Changing Time Zones on a Long-Haul Trip
July 22, 2023
How To Keep Taking Your Hormonal Birth Control on Time When Changing Time Zones on a Long-Haul Trip
If you have a long-haul trip on the horizon that involves changing time zones, you're…
By Helen Carefoot
‘I Tried an At-Home Gut Microbiome Test and Followed Their Recommendations for 3 Months—Here’s the Impact It Had on My Gut Health’
July 22, 2023
‘I Tried an At-Home Gut Microbiome Test and Followed Their Recommendations for 3 Months—Here’s the Impact It Had on My Gut Health’
They say knowledge is power. But when it comes to understanding the ins and outs…
By Maki Yazawa
JLo Wants You To Know That She Enjoys the Occasional Cocktail—And That's Part of Her New Balanced Take on Well-being
July 21, 2023
JLo Wants You To Know That She Enjoys the Occasional Cocktail—And That's Part of Her New Balanced Take on Well-being
Chances are, you don’t immediately associate words like “carefree” and “easygoing” with Jennifer Lopez—the same…
By Erica Sloan
Okay, TMI: Why Do I Feel So Tired After I Poop?
July 21, 2023
Okay, TMI: Why Do I Feel So Tired After I Poop?
Everybody poops, but there’s a lot about going number two that people don’t talk about.…
By Korin Miller
What It’s Like To Spend 48 Hours in the Hamptons Working Out Like a 'Real Housewife'
July 21, 2023
What It’s Like To Spend 48 Hours in the Hamptons Working Out Like a 'Real Housewife'
I’m doing everything I can to keep my leg continually raising and lowering in time…
By Rachel Kraus
Meet the Podiatrist-Approved ‘Pain-Relieving’ Shoes That Noticeably Improved My Lower Back and Knee Pain
July 20, 2023
Meet the Podiatrist-Approved ‘Pain-Relieving’ Shoes That Noticeably Improved My Lower Back and Knee Pain
Staying active is a high priority for me—especially now that I’ve reached middle age—so I…
By Cathy Nelson
Yes, Prenatal Vitamins Can Offer Benefits Even When You’re Not Pregnant
July 20, 2023
Yes, Prenatal Vitamins Can Offer Benefits Even When You’re Not Pregnant
If there’s one agreed-upon “must” during pregnancy, it might be that taking prenatal supplements is…
By Lauryn Higgins
Does Taking Hormonal Birth Control Help or Hurt Your Sleep?
July 19, 2023
Does Taking Hormonal Birth Control Help or Hurt Your Sleep?
When it comes to hormonal contraception, two somewhat conflicting things are true. This type of…
By Tehrene Firman
Chronic Stress Can Lead to Lower Cognitive Function—But Here Are 7 Ways To Mitigate It
July 19, 2023
Chronic Stress Can Lead to Lower Cognitive Function—But Here Are 7 Ways To Mitigate It
Most of us assume that our brains will stay pretty healthy until relatively late in…
By Rebecca Norris
Why Do My Toenails Bruise So Easily? A Nail Expert Explains
July 19, 2023
Why Do My Toenails Bruise So Easily? A Nail Expert Explains
You're ready to slip into some summer sandals when you look down and realize that…
By Rebecca Norris
7 Expert-Approved Ways To Beat the Heat While You’re Working from Home With Little (or No) AC
July 18, 2023
7 Expert-Approved Ways To Beat the Heat While You’re Working from Home With Little (or No) AC
We’re on track to have one of the hottest summers on record. And if you’re…
By Lauryn Higgins
If Your Shoulders Are Super Tight and Painful, This Simple Move From a Massage Therapist Can Help Relieve Tension ASAP
July 18, 2023
If Your Shoulders Are Super Tight and Painful, This Simple Move From a Massage Therapist Can Help Relieve Tension ASAP
For nearly 10 years, I’ve lived with chronic neck and shoulder pain. While it’s not…
By Rebecca Norris
Taking a Pre-Workout Supplement? You Might Not Be Getting the Ingredients You Think You Are
July 18, 2023
Taking a Pre-Workout Supplement? You Might Not Be Getting the Ingredients You Think You Are
My husband is a general skeptic of vitamins and supplements, but a few times a…
By Rachel Kraus
This Simple Tool Offers One of the Easiest Ways To Improve Your Grip Strength, According to a Physical Therapist
July 17, 2023
This Simple Tool Offers One of the Easiest Ways To Improve Your Grip Strength, According to a Physical Therapist
From the time we get up until the time we go to bed, we probably…
By Cathy Nelson
Standing for Several Hours Certainly Feels Like a Workout… But Is It?
July 16, 2023
Standing for Several Hours Certainly Feels Like a Workout… But Is It?
The summer is packed with music festivals, days putzing around a museum, catching live music…
By Kate Hull
5 Healthy Afternoon Habits Inspired by the Longest-Living People in the World, in Case You're Feeling the Afternoon Slump
July 16, 2023
5 Healthy Afternoon Habits Inspired by the Longest-Living People in the World, in Case You're Feeling the Afternoon Slump
When you consider practices that contribute to longevity, your mind may jump to the Blue…
By Helen Carefoot
8 Ways To Make Walking in the Heat More Bearable, According to a Walking Coach
July 16, 2023
8 Ways To Make Walking in the Heat More Bearable, According to a Walking Coach
If the mention of a heat wave makes you want to hide from the outdoors…
By Rachael Wade
Kids Learn Anti-Fat Bias Earlier Than You May Realize—Here’s How To Address It With Them
July 15, 2023
Kids Learn Anti-Fat Bias Earlier Than You May Realize—Here’s How To Address It With Them
Most (if not all) adults are acquainted with anti-fat bias, even if they don’t know…
By Ashley Broadwater
Your Risk of Getting a UTI Goes Up in Summer—Here’s What You Can Do To Prevent One
July 15, 2023
Your Risk of Getting a UTI Goes Up in Summer—Here’s What You Can Do To Prevent One
When summer hits and you’re lounging at the beach, cooling off in the pool, or…
By Cathy Nelson
One Surprising Place Where Your Poor Sleep Habits Could Turn Up? The Dentist’s Office
July 14, 2023
One Surprising Place Where Your Poor Sleep Habits Could Turn Up? The Dentist’s Office
If the eyes are the window to the soul, just look a little further down…
By Rachel Kraus
10 Vegetables That Contain Close to Zero Grams of Fiber (Sensitive Stomach Hive, Assemble)
July 13, 2023
10 Vegetables That Contain Close to Zero Grams of Fiber (Sensitive Stomach Hive, Assemble)
Around nearly every corner of the health and wellness space is a reminder to increase…
By Christina Manian, RD
Here's How Much 'Silent Exercise' You Do Every Day If You Have a Baby You Carry Everywhere
July 13, 2023
Here's How Much 'Silent Exercise' You Do Every Day If You Have a Baby You Carry Everywhere
Whether you've got a newborn or a toddler, toting around a tiny tot can sure…
By Kate Hull
Your Feet and Ankles Deserve a Nice Stretch, Too—And This 8-Minute Session Hits All the Good Spots
July 12, 2023
Your Feet and Ankles Deserve a Nice Stretch, Too—And This 8-Minute Session Hits All the Good Spots
Any time we walk, run, jump, squat, or generally move our bodies from the feet-up,…
By Rachel Kraus
Yoga Can Help You Manage Your Blood Sugar—Here’s Why, and How To Get Started
July 11, 2023
Yoga Can Help You Manage Your Blood Sugar—Here’s Why, and How To Get Started
People are paying more attention to their blood sugar levels these days, and for good…
By Ashley Lall
Why Can’t I Stop Bouncing My Leg? A Neuroscience Expert and Psychoanalyst Explain the Common Habit
July 11, 2023
Why Can’t I Stop Bouncing My Leg? A Neuroscience Expert and Psychoanalyst Explain the Common Habit
Many habits come and go. Bitter polish rid me of nail biting; a teasing grandmother…
By Saanya Ali
‘I’m a Gastro, and Eating More of These Fermented Foods Can Boost Your Sleep—In Addition to Your Digestion’
July 11, 2023
‘I’m a Gastro, and Eating More of These Fermented Foods Can Boost Your Sleep—In Addition to Your Digestion’
Hoping to find a new food-first approach to remedy your sleepless nights? Perhaps you’ve already…
By Michele Ross
Home Remedies for Allergies To Stop Sneezing and Itchy Eyes in Their Tracks
July 10, 2023
Home Remedies for Allergies To Stop Sneezing and Itchy Eyes in Their Tracks
Once upon a time, I was the only member of my family who wasn’t plagued…
By Rebecca Norris
Soaking Your Feet in Black Tea Might Be the Secret to Stopping Foot Sweat In Its Tracks
July 10, 2023
Soaking Your Feet in Black Tea Might Be the Secret to Stopping Foot Sweat In Its Tracks
Rubber flip flops are the perfect summer shoe if you’re not really doing anything but…
By Rachel Kraus
Start Your Day with 4 Simple Habits for Gut Health, According to Dietitians
July 09, 2023
Start Your Day with 4 Simple Habits for Gut Health, According to Dietitians
We know how a good morning routine can set the tone for your day. Journaling,…
By Caroline Thomason, RD
Certain Heart Medications Could Make High Temps More Dangerous—Here's What Cardiologists Want You To Know
July 09, 2023
Certain Heart Medications Could Make High Temps More Dangerous—Here's What Cardiologists Want You To Know
According to weather forecasts, global warming may further escalate heat wave intensity across the U.S.…
By Oladimeji Ewumi
Why Kayaking Is the Ideal Summer Workout With Its Heart-Healthy, Core-Strengthening, Mood-Boosting Perks
July 08, 2023
Why Kayaking Is the Ideal Summer Workout With Its Heart-Healthy, Core-Strengthening, Mood-Boosting Perks
If you’re like me, these hot temps have you dreaming of lake days and beach…
By Ashley Broadwater
‘I’m a Gastro, and This Is the #1 Juice I Drink for Digestive Regularity and Anti-Inflammatory Perks'
July 08, 2023
‘I’m a Gastro, and This Is the #1 Juice I Drink for Digestive Regularity and Anti-Inflammatory Perks'
What comes to mind when you think of eating and drinking for gut health? In…
By Michele Ross
What’s the Best Time of Day To Walk? Two Sleep Experts, a Registered Dietitian, and a Fitness Expert Answer
July 07, 2023
What’s the Best Time of Day To Walk? Two Sleep Experts, a Registered Dietitian, and a Fitness Expert Answer
There are certain activities that we do at particular times each day. We eat breakfast…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
Why Katie Couric, 66, Loves Pickleball and Believes You’re Never Too Old To Compete in Sports
July 07, 2023
Why Katie Couric, 66, Loves Pickleball and Believes You’re Never Too Old To Compete in Sports
This month, thousands of athletes over age 50 will gather in Pittsburgh for Humana’s National…
By Lauren Wingenroth
Here’s How Much Deep Sleep You Need Each Night—And Why Each Hour Is *So* Important for Your Overall Health
July 06, 2023
Here’s How Much Deep Sleep You Need Each Night—And Why Each Hour Is *So* Important for Your Overall Health
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: Sleep is paramount in the quest…
By Rebecca Norris
7 Early Signs of Alzheimer’s, and How They’re Different From Typical Age-Related Changes
July 06, 2023
7 Early Signs of Alzheimer’s, and How They’re Different From Typical Age-Related Changes
Lately, the news has been filled with stories about early signs of Alzheimer’s or other…
By Ashley Broadwater
How To Get Your Microbiome Back in Fighting Shape During (and After) a Round of Antibiotics, Which ‘Unbalance’ Your Gut
July 06, 2023
How To Get Your Microbiome Back in Fighting Shape During (and After) a Round of Antibiotics, Which ‘Unbalance’ Your Gut
While antibiotics are routinely prescribed to treat bacterial diseases and even help to prevent millions…
By Michele Ross
To Bring Joy Back to Exercise, Try Approaching Fitness Like a Kid at Summer Camp
July 06, 2023
To Bring Joy Back to Exercise, Try Approaching Fitness Like a Kid at Summer Camp
A week at summer camp was filled with arts and crafts, time at the river…
By Rachel Kraus
Zeaxanthin Is an Anti-Inflammatory Compound That Helps Your Bones and Heart Stay Strong—And We Could All Be Eating More of It
July 05, 2023
Zeaxanthin Is an Anti-Inflammatory Compound That Helps Your Bones and Heart Stay Strong—And We Could All Be Eating More of It
While most of us learn little, if anything, about antioxidants in school (save for those…
By Lauren Wicks
How To Treat (and Avoid) a Rash From Sunscreen, According to Dermatologists
July 05, 2023
How To Treat (and Avoid) a Rash From Sunscreen, According to Dermatologists
As someone with reactive skin, I’ve experienced my fair share of adverse reactions to skincare…
By Rebecca Norris
How Long Does Sunscreen Last? A Guide to Sun Protection and SPF Expiration Dates, Straight From Dermatologists
July 04, 2023
How Long Does Sunscreen Last? A Guide to Sun Protection and SPF Expiration Dates, Straight From Dermatologists
Have you ever slathered yourself in sunscreen for a day at the beach, on the…
By Rebecca Norris
A New Fertility Ecosystem Just Hatched: Cofertility Lets You Freeze Your Eggs for Free if You Donate Half
July 04, 2023
A New Fertility Ecosystem Just Hatched: Cofertility Lets You Freeze Your Eggs for Free if You Donate Half
If you consider the two sides of the fertility-preservation world for uterus-havers—egg freezing and egg…
By Erica Sloan
‘A New Drug Can Delay Type 1 Diabetes Onset—As Someone Who’s Lived With Type 1 for 30 Years, I Feel Excited About It’
July 03, 2023
‘A New Drug Can Delay Type 1 Diabetes Onset—As Someone Who’s Lived With Type 1 for 30 Years, I Feel Excited About It’
Late last year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the injection Tzield (teplizumab-mzwv), a…
By Rachel Nall
Our 'Movement Hallway' Naturally Narrows With Age. But These Simple Mobility Strategies Can Help Maintain It
July 02, 2023
Our 'Movement Hallway' Naturally Narrows With Age. But These Simple Mobility Strategies Can Help Maintain It
With mobility versus stability being a hot topic in the fitness world lately, you may…
By Cathy Nelson
A Postural Alignment Specialist Is Begging You To Do *This* Before Core Exercises if You Have Back Pain
July 01, 2023
A Postural Alignment Specialist Is Begging You To Do *This* Before Core Exercises if You Have Back Pain
For as long as I can remember, I've been told I need to do more…
By Jennifer Heimlich
5 Easy Digestion-Boosting Daily Habits RDs Recommend for Gut Health (and Happiness)
July 01, 2023
5 Easy Digestion-Boosting Daily Habits RDs Recommend for Gut Health (and Happiness)
Anyone who’s ever made gut health an afterthought should be familiar with the consequences of…
By Michele Ross
It’s Not Just Endorphins—‘Hope Molecules’ Could Also Be Why You Feel So Good After Exercising
June 30, 2023
It’s Not Just Endorphins—‘Hope Molecules’ Could Also Be Why You Feel So Good After Exercising
It is a fact that exercise makes you happy, and happy people just don’t shoot…
By Rachel Kraus
The 5 Longevity Exercises a Physical Therapist Recommends To Stay Strong and Pain-Free As You Age—No Equipment Required
June 30, 2023
The 5 Longevity Exercises a Physical Therapist Recommends To Stay Strong and Pain-Free As You Age—No Equipment Required
Newton was on to something (beyond just sheer physics) with the whole “a body in…
By Alyssa Sparacino
Should You Be Rotating Your Probiotics To Keep Your Gut Balanced? (And Other RD-Recommended Ways To Stay Regular)
June 29, 2023
Should You Be Rotating Your Probiotics To Keep Your Gut Balanced? (And Other RD-Recommended Ways To Stay Regular)
If thriving gut health is one of your top wellness goals, there’s a chance that…
By Michele Ross
Scientists Think They've Found a Way To Reverse Gray Hair, but There Are a Few Things Dermatologists Want You To Know
June 29, 2023
Scientists Think They've Found a Way To Reverse Gray Hair, but There Are a Few Things Dermatologists Want You To Know
As we age, our hair produces less melanin, which is why it turns gray. When…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The U.S. Has an Alarming Maternal Mortality Rate—Particularly for Black People. How Can We Change This Tragic Trajectory?
June 29, 2023
The U.S. Has an Alarming Maternal Mortality Rate—Particularly for Black People. How Can We Change This Tragic Trajectory?
The United States is a medical pioneer, offering some of the most advanced healthcare in…
By Tonya Russell
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