Author: Hadley Mendelsohn

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The 20 Best Winter Vegetables to Enjoy This Season

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This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Bright, fresh produce might not be the first thing that comes to mind when winter …

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Starting Ozempic? Here Are 7 Foods to Eat (& 10 to Avoid)

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Ozempic has fast become a household name. In addition to helping people with diabetes manage their blood sugar levels, this GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonist) …

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8 Healthy Habits to Start Building in 2025

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This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Building healthy habits is all about getting informed, figuring out what you want to change, …

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What Is Winter Arc? (& 6 Ways to Get Started in 2025)

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This article was reviewed by Mike Bohl, MD. If you’ve been scrolling through TikTok recently, you might have come across the “winter arc” trend — a sort …

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How Much Should You Exercise on Ozempic?

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This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. More and more treatment options are becoming available for obesity and overweight. This includes type 2 …

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18 Healthy Holiday Foods (and Swaps) to Make This Year

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One of the best parts of the holiday season is all the delicious meals shared with loved ones. But it can be tricky to navigate when you’re focused …

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Holiday Stress & Anxiety: 6 Ways to Cope

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The holiday season is often called the most wonderful time of the year — but for many, it can actually be the most stressful time of …

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7 Tips for Having More Energy

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This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Life can get incredibly busy, and keeping up often hinges on having enough energy. But …

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What Is Zone 2 Training & How It Can Support Weight Loss?

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This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Zone 2 training is a type of cardio exercise where you use your heart rate …

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3 Causes for Hair Loss after Hysterectomy Surgery (& How to Treat It)

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A hysterectomy can feel overwhelming for many women. Sure, it’s one of the most common procedures among women every year. But knowing that it’s widely performed …

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Stuffed Dates, Roasted Pumpkin Soup & 13 Other Healthy & Delicious Thanksgiving Sides

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With the holidays fast approaching, it’s never too early to start mapping out your Thanksgiving menu. And while turkey is the star of the show, side …

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7 Tips for an Ozempic Thanksgiving

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According to the independent research and polling source KFF, one in eight Americans reported taking a GLP-1 receptor agonist drug in 2023. That number is likely even …

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10 Tips to Increase REM Sleep Naturally

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REM stands for rapid eye movement — a stage in the sleep cycle when your brain is almost as active as when you’re awake. Getting enough …

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9 Tips to Increase Deep Sleep (& How That Could Help You Lose Weight)

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Deep sleep refers to slow-wave sleep — a stage in the sleep cycle when brain waves slow down. Getting enough deep sleep is crucial for numerous bodily functions. …

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Does Low Estrogen Cause Hair Loss?

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The short answer is yes, particularly during menopause. In fact, we can blame a lot on hormonal changes, from unexpected tears to hot flashes, drive fluctuations, …

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What Is Total Daily Energy Expenditure & How Can It Affect Your Weight?

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What is TDEE, and how can it help you get fit or lose weight? TDEE stands for total daily energy expenditure. Think of it as your …

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6 Potential Long-Term Effects of Ozempic

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You may have heard about — or maybe even experienced — the short-term side effects of Ozempic® — such as nausea, vomiting, constipation, and diarrhea. But what …

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Can the Cozy Cardio TikTok Trend Actually Help Your Health?

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Cozy cardio is a cute, catchy term, but does the social media fitness fad actually work? Things look promising. Ahead, we’ll tell you everything you need …

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6 Signs You’ve Got “Sleep Debt” (& How To Finally Pay It Off)

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Sleep debt, also known as sleep deficit, sounds a little menacing. What is sleep debt, though? It doesn’t have anything to do with money loans or …

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How Does Anxiety Affect Your Weight?

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Anxiety disorders — characterized by uneasiness, worry, and fear — can cause various symptoms that affect how you think and behave. This can include changes in …

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What to Eat (& Not to Eat) When Taking Wegovy for Weight Loss

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Wegovy is a once-weekly injection approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat obesity in people 12 and over. But it’s not a …

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5 Simple Steps to Injecting Semaglutide for Weight Loss

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Semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist taken as a once-weekly injection. It’s administered with a tiny needle …

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7 Foods to Eat on Ozempic (& 10 to Avoid)

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Ozempic has fast become a household name. In addition to helping people with diabetes manage their blood sugar levels, this GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonist) …

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8 Tried-and-True Tips for Finally Getting Back into Working Out

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If you’re trying to get back into working out again — good for you! There’s nothing quite so empowering as starting to get back into shape. …

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Does Testosterone Make You Gain Weight?

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Does testosterone make men gain weight? Nope, it doesn’t! In fact, the opposite is true: High testosterone levels seem to help stave off weight gain in …

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How Much Weight Can I Safely Lose in a Week?

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Maintaining a healthy weight is good for your body and can also help with self-esteem. If you’ve been trying to lose weight, it’s natural to want …

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How to Find the Right Fitness Routine For Your Age

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Your body changes as you age and your exercise routine should change with it. Exercise recommendations do differ by age, but they always include a combination of cardio, …

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Is Oversleeping Bad? Potential Causes and Side Effects (Including Weight Gain)

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Few things are more precious than a good night’s sleep, but did you know that regularly oversleeping can actually do more harm than good? Oversleeping, also …