Category: Health & Fitness
Are you living in one of America’s happiest states?
Americans are not a notably happy people. In annual rankings, the United States never finishes in the top 10; without fail, it’s put to shame by …
8 foods that can turn you into a fart machine
OK…who cut the cheese? Whether you’re in a crowded elevator or a quiet movie theater, the unmistakable scent of methane in the room can be a …
Healthier alternatives to the sugar you use in your coffee
If you are looking to cut down on processed foods and need healthy alternatives to sugar in coffee, I’ve gotcha covered. For most of …
Are you really getting the most from your health care plan?
Since the onset of the global pandemic, healthcare has never been more critical. However, the cost involved also continues to rise. In 2020, health spending reached …
Do sunrise alarm clocks actually work?
If you’re like many people, you probably have an alarm clock (or five) on your phone to wake you up in the morning. It doesn’t matter how …
How to get a good night’s sleep with hemorrhoids
About one in 20 Americans, and half of adults older than age 50, experience hemorrhoids, according to the National Institutes of Health. Hemorrhoids can be incredibly …
Yes, you can stay fit & eat cheese puffs. Here’s why
Most afternoons, as the workday heads to a close, I get a craving. A craving for processed, puffed corn coated with cheese, or even…*gasp* …
Weird weather phenomena, explained
Extreme weather is our new normal. If you’re not already dropping words like bombogenesis into everyday conversation, it’s time to expand your weird weather vocabulary. Here …
How to make your own laundry detergent at home
Laundry is an unavoidable task. Whether you use a laundry service, do it at home, or take it to the laundromat, clothes get dirty and …
How to keep IBS from ruining your sleep
As many as one in three Americans live with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), a condition that includes such challenging and sleep-disrupting experiences as stomach pain, …
The mind & body benefits of boxing
It happens every year. After daylight saving time expires, and the days grow shorter and chillier, I struggle to find motivation to exercise. While I …
What are ‘forever chemicals’ & how can you avoid them?
Quick Key Facts: PFAS are a group of synthetic chemicals. There are thousands of different types of PFAS, and these chemicals can be found in …
Do you really know the differences between Medicare & Medicaid?
Medicare is a federal government health insurance program in which covered people share the cost of healthcare. Medicaid is a federal/state assistance program, and covered …
Does feeling younger actually help you live longer?
Of all the hard things in my dad’s battle with cancer, I think the hardest was coming to terms with the rapid aging that came …
Life insurance could get a lot more expensive. Here’s why
Life insurance companies paid a record $100 billion to beneficiaries of life insurance policies in 2021. The amount was a 10.8% increase over 2020, which was itself …
ASMR for sleep: Here’s how it works
Autonomous sensory meridian response (ASMR) videos have taken the internet by storm. Chances are, you’ve seen at least one of the strangely calming YouTube videos …
City life stressing you out? Here’s the trick to relieving stress & anxiety
If walks aren’t part of your fitness plan, they should be. Walking is a fitness “no brainer,” especially as you age. As I’ve written previously, walking …
Running fixes everything. No, really
I’ve always had my best ideas while running. I’ve solved thorny work problems, recovered from breakups and overcome writer’s block over the course of long …
8 impressive benefits of cold-brew coffee
Cold brew coffee has undergone several transformations in the 21st century for a caffeinated beverage that got its start in the 1600s. Today, steeping coffee in …
Is pet wellness insurance actually worth it?
If you own a pet, you know that routine medical visits are important, as they can keep your pet healthy and catch health issues before …
How to find a good sleep doctor
When you’re having trouble sleeping, sometimes there comes a point at which you exhaust everything you can do on your own. You try melatonin, eat sleep-inducing …
Easy ways to prioritize your sleep in 2023
In 2022, we faced many continued challenges, such as the ongoing pandemic, economic uncertainty, and professional burnout. These challenges affected every facet of our lives—including, notably, …
Where do we get our ideas about fitness & how can we change them?
“I just don’t understand why … you have to run so much.” I could see the look of distress on my mother’s face when she …
5 insurance policies even young people should have
As a young adult, you’re likely near the bottom of your earning potential. You may be repaying student loan debt while trying to save a …
18 reasons to skip a gym membership in the new year
Thinking about signing up for a big box gym for the new year? You know, like Planet Fitness, LA Fitness, 24 Hour Fitness, Lifetime Fitness…why do all these places …
The real reasons why we sleep
Perhaps you’ve never really stopped to think about something we do every night of our lives: why do we need sleep? Simply put, and …
More Americans postpone doctor visits due to costs
Americans have a tough choice to make: See a doctor or feed their families. One-third facing a medical emergency prolong seeing the doctor because they …
Don’t let self care slip away over the holidays
It’s no secret that the holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year. Many people find themselves deeply immersed in all the trappings of …
The surprising connection between sleep & hangovers
If you’ve ever gotten a hangover before, then you probably don’t need me to describe the symptoms for you. While every person is different, it’s …
Does private health insurance actually protect sick people?
When you pay for insurance, you’re ideally buying financial certainty. When you get into a car accident, car insurance protects you from bearing the full …
