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5 Things To Do Before Bed Tonight for Better Gut Health
April 28, 2023
5 Things To Do Before Bed Tonight for Better Gut Health
We all know about the benefits of a bedtime routine. Practices like putting down your…
By Isadora Baum
Dermatologists Decode What Everything Means on a Sunscreen Bottle
April 27, 2023
Dermatologists Decode What Everything Means on a Sunscreen Bottle
Sunscreen is perhaps the most important product in your medicine cabinet. It's your best line…
By Kara Jillian Brown
You Can Improve Your Brain Health As You Age: Promising Research Tells Us How
April 27, 2023
You Can Improve Your Brain Health As You Age: Promising Research Tells Us How
The saying that "you can't teach an old dog new tricks" can be (wrongfully) applied…
By Han Schneider
This New and Improved 'Beautypedia' Gives You the Power To Suss Out Irritating Ingredients in *Any* Skin-Care Product
April 27, 2023
This New and Improved 'Beautypedia' Gives You the Power To Suss Out Irritating Ingredients in *Any* Skin-Care Product
The science of skin care has beauty lovers in a chokehold. Consumers can't get enough…
By Kara Jillian Brown
3 Ways To Use a Foam Roller To Relieve Knee Pain in 10 Minutes
April 27, 2023
3 Ways To Use a Foam Roller To Relieve Knee Pain in 10 Minutes
If you’ve ever suffered from knee pain, odds are that someone has told you to…
By Amber Sayer
‘I’m a Gastroenterologist, and These Are the 5 Most Gut-Friendly Sweeteners’ (Yes, There’s One Clear Winner)
April 27, 2023
‘I’m a Gastroenterologist, and These Are the 5 Most Gut-Friendly Sweeteners’ (Yes, There’s One Clear Winner)
Added sugar may be sweet, but its impact on your gut and health at large…
By Michele Ross
Research Says 150 Years Is the Longest Possible Lifespan for Humans. Here Are 8 Top Longevity Tips for Staying Healthy As You Age
April 25, 2023
Research Says 150 Years Is the Longest Possible Lifespan for Humans. Here Are 8 Top Longevity Tips for Staying Healthy As You Age
Humans are living longer and longer. Currently, the oldest living person in the world is…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Here’s Why the Heart-Healthy Mediterranean Diet Can Help Mitigate Migraine Attacks, According to Experts
April 25, 2023
Here’s Why the Heart-Healthy Mediterranean Diet Can Help Mitigate Migraine Attacks, According to Experts
You might not realize it based on the way the average American eats, but the…
By Corey Whelan
I'm a Sex Therapist, and Here's How Sex Toys Can Improve Your Sexual Wellness Beyond Providing Pleasure
April 24, 2023
I'm a Sex Therapist, and Here's How Sex Toys Can Improve Your Sexual Wellness Beyond Providing Pleasure
Sex toys haven't always been connected to a multi-billion dollar market; for a long time,…
By Aliyah Moore
No, You Don’t Have To Head Outside To Do a Walking Workout—Here Are the Bonus Benefits to Getting in Your Steps Indoors
April 23, 2023
No, You Don’t Have To Head Outside To Do a Walking Workout—Here Are the Bonus Benefits to Getting in Your Steps Indoors
I recently came across trainer Sharona’s Hill’s low-impact indoor walking workout, and let me tell…
By Kate Hull
Here's *Exactly* What a Dermatologist Wants You To Do if You Touch Poison Ivy
April 23, 2023
Here's *Exactly* What a Dermatologist Wants You To Do if You Touch Poison Ivy
You've spent a long day outside and start to notice an area of your skin…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Why a Germ Expert Is Begging You To Remove the Foil or Plastic Seal Under the Lid of Your Containers After Opening
April 22, 2023
Why a Germ Expert Is Begging You To Remove the Foil or Plastic Seal Under the Lid of Your Containers After Opening
A quick Reddit search will tell you that many households spend their time debating the…
By Annita Katee
This Italian Brand Is Basically the Patagonia of Beauty, and It's Making Serious Strides for Sustainability
April 22, 2023
This Italian Brand Is Basically the Patagonia of Beauty, and It's Making Serious Strides for Sustainability
Even if you speak zero Italian, you know the word bella.  “Ciao, bella,” “bella donna,”…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
Your Bathroom Is a High Bacteria Zone—Here's How Often To Clean the Floors
April 21, 2023
Your Bathroom Is a High Bacteria Zone—Here's How Often To Clean the Floors
Thanks to all the wet activities and bodily functions that happen in your bathroom, chances…
By Helen Carefoot
Why Do I Love Weird Smells? Here's What the Science Says
April 20, 2023
Why Do I Love Weird Smells? Here's What the Science Says
For my first job in high school, I worked as a lifeguard at the local…
By Amelia McBride
Okay, Really: How Long Before Bed Should I Start Limiting My Liquid Intake To Prevent Myself From Getting Up To Pee?
April 20, 2023
Okay, Really: How Long Before Bed Should I Start Limiting My Liquid Intake To Prevent Myself From Getting Up To Pee?
If you regularly jolt awake in the middle of the night needing to relieve your…
By Michele Ross
This Powerful HIV-Prevention Initiative Centers Pleasure for Black Women—A Demo That Accounts for 60% of New HIV Infections in U.S. Women
April 20, 2023
This Powerful HIV-Prevention Initiative Centers Pleasure for Black Women—A Demo That Accounts for 60% of New HIV Infections in U.S. Women
Though women may account for a small portion of total HIV diagnoses in the United…
By Erica Sloan
‘I’m a 102-Year-Old Holistic Medicine Specialist, and I Still Ride My Adult Tricycle. Here Are My 6 Secrets to Staying Healthy and Active’
April 20, 2023
‘I’m a 102-Year-Old Holistic Medicine Specialist, and I Still Ride My Adult Tricycle. Here Are My 6 Secrets to Staying Healthy and Active’
According to the latest stats from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, life expectancy…
By Rebecca Norris
What To Do if You’re Pushing Hard During a Workout and Still Not Hitting Your Max Heart Rate
April 19, 2023
What To Do if You’re Pushing Hard During a Workout and Still Not Hitting Your Max Heart Rate
I belong to several Facebook fitness groups, and always found them to be supportive communities…
By Cathy Nelson
How To Tell if Weird Changes in Your Poop Are an Emergency or NBD, According to an ER Doctor
April 18, 2023
How To Tell if Weird Changes in Your Poop Are an Emergency or NBD, According to an ER Doctor
If you’ve ever had a bad case of the stool sweats, you know they feel…
By Corey Whelan
Many People Don’t Tell Their Partners About Chronic Health Condition(s). Here’s Why—And What Helps
April 18, 2023
Many People Don’t Tell Their Partners About Chronic Health Condition(s). Here’s Why—And What Helps
As close as we are to our significant others, there are always certain things we…
By Ashley Broadwater
Despite What TikTok Says, Hip Thrusts Won't Impact Your Fertility, According to a Reproductive Endocrinologist
April 18, 2023
Despite What TikTok Says, Hip Thrusts Won't Impact Your Fertility, According to a Reproductive Endocrinologist
TikTokers say the darndest things. Sometimes, the science backs up their eyebrow-raising trends, like that…
By Jessica Giles
‘I Study the Microbiome for a Living, and These Are the 5 Non-Negotiable Things Everyone Should Be Doing for Their Gut Health’
April 18, 2023
‘I Study the Microbiome for a Living, and These Are the 5 Non-Negotiable Things Everyone Should Be Doing for Their Gut Health’
Similar to fingerprints, no two microbiomes are the same—the makeup of your gut is completely…
By Maki Yazawa
Exactly What Science Says About Artificial Sweeteners—And How They Impact Your Health
April 17, 2023
Exactly What Science Says About Artificial Sweeteners—And How They Impact Your Health
It’s a little mind blowing to think about just how many sweet culinary confections are…
By Christina Manian, RD
How To Do Fire Hydrants, the Simple Floor Move That Will Scorch Your Glutes, Thighs, and Core
April 17, 2023
How To Do Fire Hydrants, the Simple Floor Move That Will Scorch Your Glutes, Thighs, and Core
From downward dog to zoomies, dogs can be pretty good inspiration for fitness moves. Even…
By Rachel Kraus
Hear Us Out: It’s Time for Companies To Offer Paid Menstrual Leave
April 17, 2023
Hear Us Out: It’s Time for Companies To Offer Paid Menstrual Leave
Menstruating can be debilitating. Probably much more than we talk about, since, even in 2023,…
By Sandra Salathe
The 8 Stretches a Physical Therapist Does Every Morning To Start Her Day
April 17, 2023
The 8 Stretches a Physical Therapist Does Every Morning To Start Her Day
Being a member of the roll-out-of-bed-and-onto-the-computer crew has its appeal. Primarily, that extra few minutes…
By Rachel Kraus
More Women Are Finding Their Power in the Weight Room—And Enjoying the Bone-Building, Mood-Boosting Perks
April 16, 2023
More Women Are Finding Their Power in the Weight Room—And Enjoying the Bone-Building, Mood-Boosting Perks
One scroll through TikTok and it’s clear that more and more women are ditching their…
By Rebecca Norris
‘I’m a Trainer, and Here’s How I Design a Workout for Max Mental Health Benefits’
April 15, 2023
‘I’m a Trainer, and Here’s How I Design a Workout for Max Mental Health Benefits’
Exercising can be a powerful tool for maintaining and improving mental health—just ask science. A…
By Lauren Wingenroth
Dietitians and Derms Agree: It's Time To Debunk These 5 Myths About Eating Collagen
April 15, 2023
Dietitians and Derms Agree: It's Time To Debunk These 5 Myths About Eating Collagen
Collagen is a nutrient that's been splashed across the packaging of snack bars, bone broths,…
By Isadora Baum
'I'm a Gynecologist, and These Are the Top Questions Patients Ask Me About STIs'
April 14, 2023
'I'm a Gynecologist, and These Are the Top Questions Patients Ask Me About STIs'
Discussing sexually transmitted infections (STIs), STI testing, or a positive or negative STI status is…
By Helen Carefoot
Get Your Petroleum Off My Body
April 14, 2023
Get Your Petroleum Off My Body
This is the author Fashion's impact on the environment—and our well-being—has as much to do…
By Alden Wicker
How To Keep Runner’s Knee From Cramping Your Stride
April 13, 2023
How To Keep Runner’s Knee From Cramping Your Stride
Adding running to your fitness routine can result in plenty of health perks. Not only…
By Tehrene Firman
Looking for At-Home UTI Remedies? Here's Why That Could Do More Harm Than Good, According to a Urologist
April 13, 2023
Looking for At-Home UTI Remedies? Here's Why That Could Do More Harm Than Good, According to a Urologist
That stinging sensation that creeps up as you’re peeing has got to be one of…
By Han Schneider
Running a Marathon? You Might Want To Schedule a Walk for the Day After the Race
April 13, 2023
Running a Marathon? You Might Want To Schedule a Walk for the Day After the Race
After a marathon, collapsing onto the ground with some water and snacks (and maybe a…
By Rachel Kraus
Can You Pay Off Sleep Debt? Here's What Sleep Doctors Want You To Know About Banking Sleep Loss Over Time
April 13, 2023
Can You Pay Off Sleep Debt? Here's What Sleep Doctors Want You To Know About Banking Sleep Loss Over Time
The phrase "sleep debt" conjures an image of a ledger listing the number of hours…
By Helen Carefoot
How… Less-Than-Ideal Is It To Pause a Virtual Workout Class for a Couple Minutes Here and There?
April 13, 2023
How… Less-Than-Ideal Is It To Pause a Virtual Workout Class for a Couple Minutes Here and There?
Let’s be honest: While virtual workouts can be a convenient way to get in a…
By Amber Sayer
It’s Time We Change the Negative Narrative on Parabens
April 12, 2023
It’s Time We Change the Negative Narrative on Parabens
"Do you know what parabens are?" It's a question I asked a friend, a barista,…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Is It *Really* That Bad To Mix Alcohol and Allergy Meds? A Pharmacist Weighs In
April 12, 2023
Is It *Really* That Bad To Mix Alcohol and Allergy Meds? A Pharmacist Weighs In
I've taken a daily Zyrtec pill for as long as I can remember, and I…
By Ashley Broadwater
As Microplastics Amass, Our Planet’s Plastic Problem Is Getting Personal
April 12, 2023
As Microplastics Amass, Our Planet’s Plastic Problem Is Getting Personal
This is the author How the “forever” remnants of our plastic pollution are now threatening…
By Erica Sloan
If Aching Legs Keep You Up at Night, Try These 5 Simple Strategies From a Pain Management Specialist
April 11, 2023
If Aching Legs Keep You Up at Night, Try These 5 Simple Strategies From a Pain Management Specialist
Do you ever find yourself rolling over, accidentally kicking your partner while stretching out in…
By Han Schneider
I Tried Contrast Bathing To Feel What It's Actually Like—And Learned Why It Can Help Recovery, Inflammation, and Longevity
April 11, 2023
I Tried Contrast Bathing To Feel What It's Actually Like—And Learned Why It Can Help Recovery, Inflammation, and Longevity
These days, it seems like everywhere you look, health experts, celebrities, athletes, and influencers are…
By Christina Stiehl
How To Practice 'Lengthened Breathing' Exercises and Fall Asleep in Minutes
April 11, 2023
How To Practice 'Lengthened Breathing' Exercises and Fall Asleep in Minutes
It’s probable that you’ve looked for and found at least some tricks to help you…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
Your Kombucha May Have More Alcohol in It Than You Assume (Especially if It’s Homemade)
April 10, 2023
Your Kombucha May Have More Alcohol in It Than You Assume (Especially if It’s Homemade)
America’s favorite fermented tea drink has reached peak popularity. Remember when kombucha was only available…
By Christina Manian, RD
Traveling for an Abortion Adds an Emotional Toll to an Already Fraught Experience
April 10, 2023
Traveling for an Abortion Adds an Emotional Toll to an Already Fraught Experience
Getting an abortion has long been difficult. Since at least the 1960s, people in the…
By Sandra Salathe
This Is Why You Always Fall Asleep During Movies—And How To Stay Awake So You Can Find Out What Happens at the End
April 09, 2023
This Is Why You Always Fall Asleep During Movies—And How To Stay Awake So You Can Find Out What Happens at the End
Let’s set the scene: You’re cozying up on the couch after a long week and…
By Kate Schweitzer
Doing Trampoline Workouts Unlocked My Inner Child and Gave Me a Joint-Friendly Way To Get in Some Serious Cardio
April 09, 2023
Doing Trampoline Workouts Unlocked My Inner Child and Gave Me a Joint-Friendly Way To Get in Some Serious Cardio
The desire to try workouts on a trampoline has been increasingly prominent in my mind…
By Ashley Broadwater
As a Norwegian, I’ve Always Taken the Benefits of Fresh Air for Granted. But There’s Science To Back Up Our Country's Love of 'Friluftsliv'
April 09, 2023
As a Norwegian, I’ve Always Taken the Benefits of Fresh Air for Granted. But There’s Science To Back Up Our Country's Love of 'Friluftsliv'
Norwegians are born with skis on, the saying goes. But when people tell me they’re…
By Jessica Furseth
Can the CAROL Bike *Really* Give You a Full Cardio Workout in 8 Minutes? I Tried It—And Asked an Expert
April 08, 2023
Can the CAROL Bike *Really* Give You a Full Cardio Workout in 8 Minutes? I Tried It—And Asked an Expert
It's 8:47 am, and I've just gotten back home from daycare drop-off. That means I…
By Jennifer Heimlich
Why CBN Is Primed To Become the New Sleep Aid for Those Wanting Quality ZZZs
April 07, 2023
Why CBN Is Primed To Become the New Sleep Aid for Those Wanting Quality ZZZs
CBD has been all the buzz in wellness for awhile now, but did you know…
By Annita Katee
Here's How Taking a 15-Minute Walk Every Day Changed My Life
April 07, 2023
Here's How Taking a 15-Minute Walk Every Day Changed My Life
I've wanted to be consistent with my walking again for quite some time. I'm not…
By Erin Cryder
I Tried Drinking Kombucha Instead of Coffee, and It Majorly Improved My Sleep Quality and Digestion
April 07, 2023
I Tried Drinking Kombucha Instead of Coffee, and It Majorly Improved My Sleep Quality and Digestion
A lot of people need a cup of coffee to start the day, but I…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
What Does It Really Mean To ‘Activate’ Your Muscles—And Why Does It Matter?
April 07, 2023
What Does It Really Mean To ‘Activate’ Your Muscles—And Why Does It Matter?
Whether you're doing strength training, Pilates, or a guided run, coaches will often tell you…
By Rachel Kraus
Constipated? Try Any of These 12 Healthy Foods That Help You Poop
April 06, 2023
Constipated? Try Any of These 12 Healthy Foods That Help You Poop
There’s nothing worse than a traffic jam—both IRL and in your, ahem, bowels. Constipation, folks:…
By Han Schneider
9 Mistakes Cardiologists Want You To Stop Making When Taking Your Blood Pressure at Home
April 06, 2023
9 Mistakes Cardiologists Want You To Stop Making When Taking Your Blood Pressure at Home
You can feel your heart race and sometimes sense when it's beating extra fast. But…
By Han Schneider
The Assumption That Everyone Benefits From Reading Food Labels Is Unsafe and Short-Sighted, Says an RD—Here's Why
April 06, 2023
The Assumption That Everyone Benefits From Reading Food Labels Is Unsafe and Short-Sighted, Says an RD—Here's Why
Fact: Toxic diet culture relishes a new season—especially if it's springtime. "Summer body" talk is…
By Isabel Vasquez, RD
Are Standing Core Workouts Better Than Floor-Based Ones? Here’s What a Trainer Has To Say
April 06, 2023
Are Standing Core Workouts Better Than Floor-Based Ones? Here’s What a Trainer Has To Say
From TikTok videos to your favorite virtual workout platforms, trainers and everyday athletes are taking…
By Alyssa Sparacino
No Matter How Much You Struggle With Sleep, Working Out Might Help You Live Longer
April 05, 2023
No Matter How Much You Struggle With Sleep, Working Out Might Help You Live Longer
We've long known that sleep and exercise are the one-two healthy body punch that can…
By Rachel Kraus
I Started Taking Walks With My Husband Every Evening, and It’s Allowed Us To Connect in Surprising Ways
April 05, 2023
I Started Taking Walks With My Husband Every Evening, and It’s Allowed Us To Connect in Surprising Ways
It started toward the beginning of the pandemic, when the world was on lockdown. Taking…
By Alyssa Sparacino
Meet the Brand Taking On the Pharmaceutical Industry's Single-Use Plastic Problem
April 05, 2023
Meet the Brand Taking On the Pharmaceutical Industry's Single-Use Plastic Problem
There's an infamous statistic that the average American consumes a credit card's worth (five grams)…
By Han Schneider
Looking To Reboot Your Fitness Routine? Here's Why Spring Is the Perfect Time for a Refresh
April 05, 2023
Looking To Reboot Your Fitness Routine? Here's Why Spring Is the Perfect Time for a Refresh
Spring always feels like something of a renaissance. Flowers are blooming, birds are chirping, animals…
By Rajpal Brar
Dentists Say This LED Whitening Kit Is Gentler on Gums Than Gels and Strips—So I Tried It
April 04, 2023
Dentists Say This LED Whitening Kit Is Gentler on Gums Than Gels and Strips—So I Tried It
My love for drinking black coffee makes it difficult for me to maintain a pearly…
By Angelica Wilson
5 Ways To Support a Friend or Loved One Going Through a Big Surgery
April 04, 2023
5 Ways To Support a Friend or Loved One Going Through a Big Surgery
So someone you know and love has a major surgery on their calendar. You want…
By Han Schneider
I Thought I Hated Working Out With a Buddy—Then I Made My Sister Go With Me for a Month
April 04, 2023
I Thought I Hated Working Out With a Buddy—Then I Made My Sister Go With Me for a Month
The gym is my sacred space. My AirPods are on noise-canceling mode, my phone is…
By Jessica Giles
7 Things That Happen to Your Body When You Take the Stairs Every Day
April 04, 2023
7 Things That Happen to Your Body When You Take the Stairs Every Day
I lived in New York City for five years, and for the first two, my…
By Rebecca Norris
Is Stretching Enough Movement for the Day?
April 03, 2023
Is Stretching Enough Movement for the Day?
Not all of us love getting our sweat on. But with the mental and physical…
By Rebecca Norris
The 5 Gut-Friendly Cooking Oils a Gastroenterologist Always Keeps Packed in His Pantry
April 03, 2023
The 5 Gut-Friendly Cooking Oils a Gastroenterologist Always Keeps Packed in His Pantry
Committed to make this the year of good gut health, thus racking up wellness wins…
By Michele Ross
Do *This* First After Finishing an Intense Workout
April 03, 2023
Do *This* First After Finishing an Intense Workout
You know the feeling: You’ve just gotten home from a grueling morning run, and every…
By Lauren Wingenroth
'I'm a Reproductive Endocrinologist, and Here's What To Expect During a Fertility Consultation'
April 02, 2023
'I'm a Reproductive Endocrinologist, and Here's What To Expect During a Fertility Consultation'
The journey to get pregnant isn’t easy for everyone. Infertility is generally defined as not…
By Julie Weingarden Dubin
Not Only Is 'Sitting Like a Lady' an Outdated Concept, It's Also Bad for Your Pelvic Floor
April 02, 2023
Not Only Is 'Sitting Like a Lady' an Outdated Concept, It's Also Bad for Your Pelvic Floor
I remember the first time I was told to "sit like a lady": I was…
By Han Schneider
I Tried Swapping My Morning Coffee for Electrolyte Water, and My Energy Levels Are Stable for the First Time in Forever
April 02, 2023
I Tried Swapping My Morning Coffee for Electrolyte Water, and My Energy Levels Are Stable for the First Time in Forever
Something shocking happened as soon as I found out I was pregnant: I had no…
By Lauren Wicks
3 Pre-Workout Breathing Exercises That Will Give You *Just* the Right Energy You Need
April 01, 2023
3 Pre-Workout Breathing Exercises That Will Give You *Just* the Right Energy You Need
Breathing: It’s as natural as, well, breathing…right? Not necessarily, says Nike’s official breathwork coach Stuart Sandeman.…
By Helen Hope
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