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Celebrities Are Obsessed With Full-Body MRIs, but Are the Scans Ever Necessary?
Health
Nov 19, 2024

Celebrities Are Obsessed With Full-Body MRIs, but Are the Scans Ever Necessary?

As a self-proclaimed wellness enthusiast, I'm usually down to try (or at least thoroughly research) the latest and greatest health hacks and technologies.

I Took a Test to See How Alcohol Is Impacting My Health — Here's How It Went
Health
Nov 19, 2024

I Took a Test to See How Alcohol Is Impacting My Health — Here's How It Went

As a health editor, I'd say I'm pretty mindful about how much alcohol I consume.

It Took 3-Plus Years For MDs to Attribute Her Weight Gain and Fatigue to Thyroid Cancer
Fitness
Nov 8, 2024

It Took 3-Plus Years For MDs to Attribute Her Weight Gain and Fatigue to Thyroid Cancer

Jessica Alexiou was working as a professional dancer and health and fitness coach in 2018 when she began to feel like her body was breaking down.

Is Tracking Your Glucose the Key to a Healthier Lifestyle?
Health
Nov 15, 2024

Is Tracking Your Glucose the Key to a Healthier Lifestyle?

If you asked me a month ago how to best evaluate my health and fitness, I'd talk about logging meals, counting steps, tracking sleep, documenting water intake, and recording workouts.

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I’m a Therapist, and These Are the Self-Care Gifts I Love Giving
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I’m a Therapist, and These Are the Self-Care Gifts I Love Giving

I've been an anxiety therapist in Manhattan for over 10 years, and people tell me what they really want all the time.

Does Vitamin D Help With Seasonal Depression? Here’s What Experts Say
Health
YESTERDAY

Does Vitamin D Help With Seasonal Depression? Here’s What Experts Say

For some people, winter is a time for exciting celebrations and cozy festivities.

How to Stay Joyful in Defeat
Balance
Nov 19, 2024

How to Stay Joyful in Defeat

Even while delivering her concession speech at Howard University last week, Vice President Kamala Harris smiled.

7 Foods For Happiness and Better Mental Health, According to an MD
Nutrition
Nov 19, 2024

7 Foods For Happiness and Better Mental Health, According to an MD

We all have days where everything seems to go wrong.

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Nutrition

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Should You Start Your Morning With a Shot of Olive Oil? Experts Weigh In
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Should You Start Your Morning With a Shot of Olive Oil? Experts Weigh In

When it comes to health "hacks," it's all about weeding out the good from the not so good.

The 14 Best Foods to Eat When You're Sick, According to a Dietitian
Nutrition
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The 14 Best Foods to Eat When You're Sick, According to a Dietitian

If you've ever woken up feeling like you just ran an unplanned marathon — this one's for you.

What Are Adaptogens — and Are They Actually Good For You?
Nutrition
Nov 18, 2024

What Are Adaptogens — and Are They Actually Good For You?

In recent years, "adaptogens" have become a bit of a wellness buzzword.

Is It OK to Drink Liquid IV Every Day?
Nutrition
Nov 15, 2024

Is It OK to Drink Liquid IV Every Day?

Liquid IV is an electrolyte powder designed to help you hydrate.

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What to Know About E. Coli Outbreaks, According to an MD
Health
6 hours ago

What to Know About E. Coli Outbreaks, According to an MD

E. coli outbreaks are fairly common, with an estimated 265,000 illnesses and 100 deaths each year in the US.

Is It Healthier to Sleep Naked? We Asked Experts
Health
7 hours ago

Is It Healthier to Sleep Naked? We Asked Experts

While there are tons of cozy pajamas that promote better sleep, there's also a gamut of research about the benefits of sleeping naked, such as potentially improving your self-image, supporting your reproductive health, and enhancing intimacy.

20 Healthy Grocery-Store Snacks For People With Diabetes
Fitness
8 hours ago

20 Healthy Grocery-Store Snacks For People With Diabetes

Who doesn't love a good snack?

Exactly How Long Is a Cold Contagious? A Doctor Weighs In
Health
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Exactly How Long Is a Cold Contagious? A Doctor Weighs In

Cold season is back, which means whether it's you, your friends, or your family, someone is likely to come home feeling stuffy and achy.

I Took 100+ Lab Tests Through Function Health — Here's What I Learned
Health
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I Took 100+ Lab Tests Through Function Health — Here's What I Learned

As a person with a chronic illness, I'm no stranger to bloodwork.

What Becoming Disabled In My 20s Taught Me About Friendship
Health
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What Becoming Disabled In My 20s Taught Me About Friendship

Swapping clubs and gigs for hospitals and emergency rooms wasn't how I imagined my 20s.

Could There Be a Bird-Flu Pandemic in Humans?
Health
YESTERDAY

Could There Be a Bird-Flu Pandemic in Humans?

A viral strain of avian influenza arrived in the United States in early 2022 and has continued to wreak havoc on commercial poultry and farms across the US.

What to Know About Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, According to MDs
Health
Nov 19, 2024

What to Know About Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, According to MDs

This informational guide, part of PS's Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to help.

The Best Teas For Anxiety, According to an Expert
Health
Nov 18, 2024

The Best Teas For Anxiety, According to an Expert

Curling up with a hot cup of tea can do wonders.

Experts Unpack the Benefits of Cold Plunges (and Whether They're Worth It)
Health
Nov 18, 2024

Experts Unpack the Benefits of Cold Plunges (and Whether They're Worth It)

These days, it seems like everyone is braving the cold and submerging themselves in icy water.

24 Sleep Products That Actually Work
Health
Nov 18, 2024

24 Sleep Products That Actually Work

Wellness trends come and go, but the importance of rejuvenating sleep has transcended fads and evolved into a powerful movement.

Is It a Stomach Bug or Norovirus? Here's How to Spot the Highly Contagious Illness
Health
Nov 14, 2024

Is It a Stomach Bug or Norovirus? Here's How to Spot the Highly Contagious Illness

If you've had more than one friend cancel plans due to a nasty "stomach flu" or "stomach bug," they might actually have norovirus — which means you could be at risk, too.