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I’m an RD, and Here’s How Your Gut Health Impacts Your Energy Levels—Plus How To Boost Both
March 29, 2023
I’m an RD, and Here’s How Your Gut Health Impacts Your Energy Levels—Plus How To Boost Both
If you’re feeling sluggish, unmotivated, or having a tough time staying energized throughout the day,…
By Kelsey Kunik, RDN
Plot Twist: We Might Be Spending *Too* Much Time Trying To Strengthen Our Core
March 29, 2023
Plot Twist: We Might Be Spending *Too* Much Time Trying To Strengthen Our Core
During a recent cycling class, as we transitioned to riding out of the saddle, the…
By Lauren Wingenroth
Have the Past 3 Years Given You ‘Pandemic Pelvis’? Here’s What To Know About the Symptoms Experts Are Seeing Everywhere
March 28, 2023
Have the Past 3 Years Given You ‘Pandemic Pelvis’? Here’s What To Know About the Symptoms Experts Are Seeing Everywhere
For people who have to pee a lot, the “camera off” Zoom function may have been…
By Rachel Kraus
The 3 Telltale Signs You Need To Strengthen (Not Stretch) Your Tight, Achy Hip Flexors
March 28, 2023
The 3 Telltale Signs You Need To Strengthen (Not Stretch) Your Tight, Achy Hip Flexors
Whether you find yourself sitting stationary most of the day, or you're an avid runner…
By Amber Sayer
Trainers Say the Viral '3-2-8' Workout Trend Is One They Can Wholeheartedly Get Behind
March 27, 2023
Trainers Say the Viral '3-2-8' Workout Trend Is One They Can Wholeheartedly Get Behind
There was 12-3-30 on the treadmill, then 25-7-10 on a StairMaster, and now, the latest…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
Why the FDA Approved a Video Game—Yes, a Video Game!—as an Official Treatment for ADHD
March 27, 2023
Why the FDA Approved a Video Game—Yes, a Video Game!—as an Official Treatment for ADHD
Neurodivergent folks nationwide have been struggling to treat their attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in recent months…
By Han Schneider
3 Seated Core Exercises You Can Do on Your Daily Commute
March 26, 2023
3 Seated Core Exercises You Can Do on Your Daily Commute
In today's fast-paced world, many of us spend a significant amount of time sitting on…
By Lily Canter
Here's Why Doctors Are Begging You Not To Take Tylenol While Hungover
March 26, 2023
Here's Why Doctors Are Begging You Not To Take Tylenol While Hungover
Whether you're sipping from a fancy glass or gulping straight through the bottle, alcohol can…
By Oladimeji Ewumi
8 Anti-Inflammatory, Gut-Friendly Potato Recipes With 5 Ingredients or Less
March 25, 2023
8 Anti-Inflammatory, Gut-Friendly Potato Recipes With 5 Ingredients or Less
I can’t possibly be the only person in the world who could live on spuds…
By Lulu Chang
How To Do a 'Work In' Workout So Someone Using the Equipment You Want Is Never an Exercise Stop Sign
March 25, 2023
How To Do a 'Work In' Workout So Someone Using the Equipment You Want Is Never an Exercise Stop Sign
You’ve taken your pre-workout supplements, picked out your playlist, and you’re know you’re about to…
By Brittany Hammond
How Long Does It Take for a Piercing To Heal? A Professional Piercer and a Doctor Weigh In
March 24, 2023
How Long Does It Take for a Piercing To Heal? A Professional Piercer and a Doctor Weigh In
Whether you've just gotten one hole or 10, your newly-pierced ears are bound to spark…
By Corey Whelan
Are Hormone-Balancing Products a Scam?
March 23, 2023
Are Hormone-Balancing Products a Scam?
Pull up TikTok and there’s a good chance you’ll scroll past an influencer’s favorite ‘hormone-balancing’…
By Anthea Levi, RD
Need a Free Midday Mood Boost? Swap Out Your Socks, Say Podiatrists
March 23, 2023
Need a Free Midday Mood Boost? Swap Out Your Socks, Say Podiatrists
A fresh cup of coffee, a hearty lunch, a good stretch. In the middle of…
By Amelia McBride
Dental Care Is Prenatal Care—And a Gap Is Increasing Maternal Health Inequities
March 23, 2023
Dental Care Is Prenatal Care—And a Gap Is Increasing Maternal Health Inequities
Between all the physical, mental, and emotional changes that happen during pregnancy, your pearly whites…
By Kirsten Nunez
Why a Coffee Expert and a Dietitian Strongly Advise You Skip That Orange-Juice-in-Coffee Trend
March 23, 2023
Why a Coffee Expert and a Dietitian Strongly Advise You Skip That Orange-Juice-in-Coffee Trend
Some things in life are just better together. Think: peanut butter and jelly, macaroni and…
By Maki Yazawa
How the Designer Water Bottle Got Us To Take Hydration Seriously
March 22, 2023
How the Designer Water Bottle Got Us To Take Hydration Seriously
The Stanley Adventure Quencher wasn’t always a hydration status symbol. In fact, the now-widely beloved…
By Jessica Goodman
Okay, Seriously, Why Is It So Hard To Floss Sometimes?
March 22, 2023
Okay, Seriously, Why Is It So Hard To Floss Sometimes?
I honestly don't know anyone with a perfect commitment to daily flossing, even though that's…
By Han Schneider
‘I’m an 82-Year-Old Triathlete and Longevity Expert. Here’s My Top Tip for Staying Mentally and Physically Sharp’
March 22, 2023
‘I’m an 82-Year-Old Triathlete and Longevity Expert. Here’s My Top Tip for Staying Mentally and Physically Sharp’
Today, Joseph Maroon, MD, FACS is an 82-year-old triathlete, former neurosurgeon, longevity expert, and current…
By Rachel Kraus
Menstrual-Cycle-Syncing Workouts Are Breaking Taboos—And Raising Questions
March 22, 2023
Menstrual-Cycle-Syncing Workouts Are Breaking Taboos—And Raising Questions
From sending women to the Red Tent to sequester our “uncleanliness” to keeping us out of the…
By Rachel Kraus
'I’m a 69-Year-Old Trainer, and I Swear By These 3 Moves for Building Healthy Bones'
March 21, 2023
'I’m a 69-Year-Old Trainer, and I Swear By These 3 Moves for Building Healthy Bones'
From sleep to metabolic health and beyond, strength training has a myriad of benefits that go beyond just adding…
By Rachel Kraus
Apparently, Norovirus Is Immune to Hand Sanitizer. So How Can You Protect Yourself From the Infamous Stomach Bug?
March 21, 2023
Apparently, Norovirus Is Immune to Hand Sanitizer. So How Can You Protect Yourself From the Infamous Stomach Bug?
Cruise ships and daycares are notoriously susceptible to norovirus, the hideously unpleasant, coming-out-of-both-ends sort of…
By Han Schneider
The Candle Method Is One of the Easiest Ways To Engage Kids in Breathwork—Here’s How To Do It
March 21, 2023
The Candle Method Is One of the Easiest Ways To Engage Kids in Breathwork—Here’s How To Do It
Breathwork is one of my go-to healing modalities whenever I’m anxious, stressed, overwhelmed, or just…
By Jessica Estrada
This Is the Best Sleep Position for When You Have a Headache and You’re Just Trying To Doze Off
March 20, 2023
This Is the Best Sleep Position for When You Have a Headache and You’re Just Trying To Doze Off
There’s nothing like the agony of trying to fall asleep when you have a headache.…
By Helen Carefoot
The Idea That Nightshade Vegetables Are 'Bad' for Us Is a Complete Falsehood, Says a Functional Medicine Doctor and an RD
March 20, 2023
The Idea That Nightshade Vegetables Are 'Bad' for Us Is a Complete Falsehood, Says a Functional Medicine Doctor and an RD
Like most things in life, every story has two sides—especially when it comes to nightshade…
By Maki Yazawa
Novo Nordisk Joins Eli Lilly in Reducing Insulin List Prices—Here's Everything You Need To Know
March 20, 2023
Novo Nordisk Joins Eli Lilly in Reducing Insulin List Prices—Here's Everything You Need To Know
Melissa Bell was 18 and going off to college when she was diagnosed with type…
By Corey Whelan
‘Endometriosis—and the Stigma Attached to It—Destroyed My Organs, My Friendships, and My Joy’
March 20, 2023
‘Endometriosis—and the Stigma Attached to It—Destroyed My Organs, My Friendships, and My Joy’
Endometriosis is a debilitating chronic health condition affecting an estimated 10 percent of women, and…
By Erin Bunch
5 Signs That Fermented Foods Are Incompatible with Your Body—Plus What the Underlying Triggers May Be
March 20, 2023
5 Signs That Fermented Foods Are Incompatible with Your Body—Plus What the Underlying Triggers May Be
Whether I’m munching and crunching on fermented foods or sipping on them in kombucha and…
By Michele Ross
These Are the Best Ways To Use Exercise To Manage Diabetes—And What To Avoid
March 19, 2023
These Are the Best Ways To Use Exercise To Manage Diabetes—And What To Avoid
We know that getting consistent exercise is important for overall health and affords many physical…
By Amber Sayer
What To Do When You’re Just Not Feeling What’s on Your Workout Plan for the Day
March 18, 2023
What To Do When You’re Just Not Feeling What’s on Your Workout Plan for the Day
It’s a reality that our energy and emotional, mental, and physical readiness for physical activity…
By Rachel Kraus
This CBD Balm Instantly Melts Away My Period Pain, and Smells Amazing As It Soothes
March 17, 2023
This CBD Balm Instantly Melts Away My Period Pain, and Smells Amazing As It Soothes
If, like me, you start feeling like a rabid raccoon is clawing at your insides…
By Han Schneider
The Key to More Efficient Surgery Might Be… Heavy Metal Music?!
March 16, 2023
The Key to More Efficient Surgery Might Be… Heavy Metal Music?!
Steady hands are a must for surgeons in the operating room. But how about head…
By Rachel Kraus
I Will Never Be As Strong as I Used To Be. But Reclaiming My Fitness Is My Triumph Over Trauma
March 16, 2023
I Will Never Be As Strong as I Used To Be. But Reclaiming My Fitness Is My Triumph Over Trauma
Content warning: This piece discusses sexual violence. I imagine that many people assume that those…
By Amber Sayer
11 'Near Beers' That Taste Just as Refreshing as a Regular Brewski, Without the Alcohol
March 15, 2023
11 'Near Beers' That Taste Just as Refreshing as a Regular Brewski, Without the Alcohol
There's never been a better time to be sober or sober-curious. Seriously—the advent of mocktails…
By Francesca Krempa
What TikTok’s Viral Hands-Free Sit-Squat-Stand ‘Fitness Test’ Really Says About Your Body
March 15, 2023
What TikTok’s Viral Hands-Free Sit-Squat-Stand ‘Fitness Test’ Really Says About Your Body
Lil’ Jon and the Ying Yang Twins probably didn’t have fitness in mind when they…
By Rachel Kraus
Post-COVID Hair Loss Is a Real Thing. Here's How To Deal With It
March 15, 2023
Post-COVID Hair Loss Is a Real Thing. Here's How To Deal With It
You’re noticing your shower drain is clogged. You’re shedding like crazy all over your sweaters.…
By Laura Wheatman Hill
Struggling With Exercise Burnout? Here's How To Get Your Energy—and Motivation—Back, According to a Trainer
March 15, 2023
Struggling With Exercise Burnout? Here's How To Get Your Energy—and Motivation—Back, According to a Trainer
The pressure to exercise regularly is everywhere, from advertisements to doctor’s offices to everyday dinner…
By Ashley Broadwater
Want To Up Your Pickleball Game? Try These Functional Pilates Moves
March 14, 2023
Want To Up Your Pickleball Game? Try These Functional Pilates Moves
Part of the reason why pickleball's been exploding in popularity is that it feels, well,…
By Amber Sayer
For a Happier, Healthier Mental State, Intuitive Eating RDs Want To Deinfluence the Habit of Body Checking
March 14, 2023
For a Happier, Healthier Mental State, Intuitive Eating RDs Want To Deinfluence the Habit of Body Checking
Do you check your reflection when you walk past a mirror or a storefront window?…
By Sarah Glinski, RD
Here's Why You Should Always Use a Lead Test Kit When You Buy From a Thrift Store, According to a Toxicologist
March 14, 2023
Here's Why You Should Always Use a Lead Test Kit When You Buy From a Thrift Store, According to a Toxicologist
Thrifting can be downright thrilling: Scouring shelves and racks for just the right item can…
By Han Schneider
The Unexpected Downside of 'Exercise Snacks': Always Feeling Like You Need More
March 14, 2023
The Unexpected Downside of 'Exercise Snacks': Always Feeling Like You Need More
Before becoming a mom, I used to go for long runs. After leaving work on…
By Anna Rollins
You Can Turn Your Hot Girl Walks Into Money for Charity Right Now
March 13, 2023
You Can Turn Your Hot Girl Walks Into Money for Charity Right Now
We didn’t think it was possible for walking to get any better than it already is.…
By Rachel Kraus
Take This Functional Medicine RD's ‘Gut Archetype’ Quiz To Learn What Makes Your Own Microbiome Tick
March 13, 2023
Take This Functional Medicine RD's ‘Gut Archetype’ Quiz To Learn What Makes Your Own Microbiome Tick
Anyone who struggles with digestive issues and underlying gut imbalances likely knows how tricky the…
By Michele Ross
Venus Williams Shares Her 2 Tricks for Starting Off Mondays Like the Champ She Is
March 13, 2023
Venus Williams Shares Her 2 Tricks for Starting Off Mondays Like the Champ She Is
Venus Williams’ days and weeks don’t always go the way she plans them. Business deals…
By Rachel Kraus
How To Handle a Partner Who Regularly Fat Shames You
March 12, 2023
How To Handle a Partner Who Regularly Fat Shames You
In our society, it’s not uncommon for people to make jokes about someone's weight, or to point…
By Nandini Maharaj
How the Spin Entrepreneur Behind Those Viral Videos Helps Students Find Their Confidence
March 11, 2023
How the Spin Entrepreneur Behind Those Viral Videos Helps Students Find Their Confidence
If you’ve seen any of the many viral videos of their high-energy, dance-filled spin classes…
By Lauren Wingenroth
Is It Bad To Nap Every Day? A Sleep Specialist Weighs In
March 11, 2023
Is It Bad To Nap Every Day? A Sleep Specialist Weighs In
I don’t know about you, but when 3 o’clock or so hits, nothing feels better…
By Ashley Broadwater
‘I’m a Gastroenterologist—These Are My 5 Go-To Spices for Boosting Digestion and Fighting Inflammation in the Gut’
March 11, 2023
‘I’m a Gastroenterologist—These Are My 5 Go-To Spices for Boosting Digestion and Fighting Inflammation in the Gut’
It’s all too common to go into defense mode only when we start to feel…
By Michele Ross
Okay, Question: Why Do I Sometimes Feel *Sad* When My Nipples Are Touched?
March 11, 2023
Okay, Question: Why Do I Sometimes Feel *Sad* When My Nipples Are Touched?
I love my girls. They’ve stuck by me through thick and thin, they’re fun to…
By Amelia McBride
‘I’m a Cardiologist, and This Is Why I Recommend Everyone Have a Bedtime (and Stick to It)’
March 10, 2023
‘I’m a Cardiologist, and This Is Why I Recommend Everyone Have a Bedtime (and Stick to It)’
You’ve probably heard, ad infinitum, that you need seven to nine hours of sleep a…
By Corey Whelan
Martha Stewart's Simple Hack for Staying Vibrant at Every Age
March 09, 2023
Martha Stewart's Simple Hack for Staying Vibrant at Every Age
As the saying goes, aging isn't for the faint of heart, so it’s always heartening…
By Erin Bunch
Drinking 3-Plus Cups of Coffee a Day May Actually Lower Blood Pressure, According to a New Study
March 09, 2023
Drinking 3-Plus Cups of Coffee a Day May Actually Lower Blood Pressure, According to a New Study
At over 2 billion cups consumed daily, coffee just may be the world’s favorite beverage.…
By Corey Whelan
These 5 Easy Floor Moves Can Help Incontinence by Strengthening Your Pelvic Floor
March 09, 2023
These 5 Easy Floor Moves Can Help Incontinence by Strengthening Your Pelvic Floor
Let’s get real: Peeing (even just a little bit) in your pants can happen to…
By Rachel Kraus
Gua Sha Helps Relieve Facial Tension—But Did You Know It Can Help With Foot Pain, Too?
March 08, 2023
Gua Sha Helps Relieve Facial Tension—But Did You Know It Can Help With Foot Pain, Too?
Over the last few years, the pursuit of sculpted skin has led to a rise…
By Amelia McBride
How Much Can a Desk Treadmill Actually Boost Your Fitness?
March 08, 2023
How Much Can a Desk Treadmill Actually Boost Your Fitness?
We often hear about the dangers of a stationary lifestyle. Sitting still for hours every…
By Amber Sayer
Here’s When To Get Back on Birth Control After Having a Baby, if You’re Definitely Not Trying To Get Pregnant
March 08, 2023
Here’s When To Get Back on Birth Control After Having a Baby, if You’re Definitely Not Trying To Get Pregnant
Having a baby is a monumental task for your body. No matter how fit you…
By Alyssa Sparacino
This Mouthwash Keeps Your Breath Fresh for 24 Hours—And Dentists and Orthodontists Prefer It Over the Popular Brand You Probably Own
March 08, 2023
This Mouthwash Keeps Your Breath Fresh for 24 Hours—And Dentists and Orthodontists Prefer It Over the Popular Brand You Probably Own
Bad breath is one of the biggest oral hygiene faux pas and something many of…
By Jessie Quinn
I Made Olive Oil-Infused Coffee at Home—Here’s Why It’ll Be My No. 1 Heart-Healthy Coffee Mix-In Moving Forward
March 08, 2023
I Made Olive Oil-Infused Coffee at Home—Here’s Why It’ll Be My No. 1 Heart-Healthy Coffee Mix-In Moving Forward
When at the local coffee shop, some of your go-to toppings for your standard oat…
By Maki Yazawa
‘I’m an Alvin Ailey Dancer, and These Are the Hip Stretches I Do Every Single Morning’
March 07, 2023
‘I’m an Alvin Ailey Dancer, and These Are the Hip Stretches I Do Every Single Morning’
Routine is a big part of Deidre Rogan’s life as a member of the Alvin…
By Jordan Galloway
‘I’m a Dentist, and Here’s What You Need To Know About Using That Purple Gel To Whiten Your Teeth’
March 06, 2023
‘I’m a Dentist, and Here’s What You Need To Know About Using That Purple Gel To Whiten Your Teeth’
Even if you’re not on the dental side of TikTok, you’ve probably seen the viral…
By Eleesha Lockett
Take It From a Urologist—It’s Okay To Wipe Back To Front
March 04, 2023
Take It From a Urologist—It’s Okay To Wipe Back To Front
More than half of women will have a urinary tract infection at some point in…
By Korin Miller
What Will It Take for Wellness To Finally Leave Behind Its Ableist Origins?
March 03, 2023
What Will It Take for Wellness To Finally Leave Behind Its Ableist Origins?
This is the author By including folks with disabilities and chronic illnesses in the wellness…
By Erin Bunch
‘I’m a Dentist, and This Is the Best Floss for Sensitive Gums’
March 03, 2023
‘I’m a Dentist, and This Is the Best Floss for Sensitive Gums’
There’s a reason that dentists everywhere stress the importance of daily flossing for dental health.…
By Eleesha Lockett
5 Things an Infectious Disease Doctor Wishes Everyone Would Do To Stop the Spread of Illness in Their Home
March 03, 2023
5 Things an Infectious Disease Doctor Wishes Everyone Would Do To Stop the Spread of Illness in Their Home
If you live with other people in an apartment or a house, winter can be…
By Han Schneider
5 Rejuvenating Moves You Can Do in the Cramped Quarters of an Airplane Seat (Even in Economy)
March 02, 2023
5 Rejuvenating Moves You Can Do in the Cramped Quarters of an Airplane Seat (Even in Economy)
The sadly ironic truth of travel is that before you get to experience the freedom…
By Rachel Kraus
If You Struggle With Sciatica Pain, This Simple PT-Approved Move Might Offer Instant Relief
March 02, 2023
If You Struggle With Sciatica Pain, This Simple PT-Approved Move Might Offer Instant Relief
Sciatica is a literal pain in the butt—one that 40 percent of people will experience…
By Jordan Galloway
'I'm a Medical Toxicologist, and Here's What I Think About Whether the Chemicals Found in Period Underwear Are Safe or Not'
March 02, 2023
'I'm a Medical Toxicologist, and Here's What I Think About Whether the Chemicals Found in Period Underwear Are Safe or Not'
You purchase period underwear because it’s touted as safe, healthy, organic, and eco-friendly. That’s all…
By Julie Weingarden Dubin
To Build Wealth, Ex-Wall Street Trader Vivian Tu Wants You To S.T.R.I.P.
March 01, 2023
To Build Wealth, Ex-Wall Street Trader Vivian Tu Wants You To S.T.R.I.P.
If you've recently come into more money (congratulations!), it's understandable that you'd want to take…
By Helen Carefoot
Here’s the Key to Avoiding the Dreaded Hamstring Cramp in Your Glute Bridges
March 01, 2023
Here’s the Key to Avoiding the Dreaded Hamstring Cramp in Your Glute Bridges
Have you ever lifted your hips up into a glute bridge, only to come crashing…
By Rachel Kraus
Yes, You Have To Actively Wash Your Feet in the Shower To Keep Them Clean, According to a Podiatrist
March 01, 2023
Yes, You Have To Actively Wash Your Feet in the Shower To Keep Them Clean, According to a Podiatrist
The logic makes sense: When the water and soap travel the path down to your…
By Rachel Nall
When Your Muscles Start Shaking During a Workout, Should You Stop? Consider It a ‘Yellow Light,’ Say Experts
February 28, 2023
When Your Muscles Start Shaking During a Workout, Should You Stop? Consider It a ‘Yellow Light,’ Say Experts
Barre teachers often promise that muscle shaking is a good sign. They say shaking means…
By Rachel Kraus
These Are the 8 Best Kinds of Whitening Toothpaste for Surface-Level Stains, According to Dentists
February 28, 2023
These Are the 8 Best Kinds of Whitening Toothpaste for Surface-Level Stains, According to Dentists
There are more ways than ever to whiten your smile. From in-office treatments to white…
By Lauryn Higgins
The Correlation Between Autism and Disordered Eating That Everyone Needs To Understand
February 27, 2023
The Correlation Between Autism and Disordered Eating That Everyone Needs To Understand
While growing up, Seren Sonell, a 32-year-old theater artist in New York City, had an…
By Suzannah Weiss
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