Category: Health & Fitness
9 things Americans say they can’t afford because of inflation
Written by: Felix Richter
With inflation at the highest level since 1981 and wages not keeping pace, many Americans are struggling to make ends meet. And while a fresh poll from Morning Consult and …
Report: Monkeypox is spreading, but mortality rates remain low
Written by: Florian Zandt
What started as a handful of isolated monkeypox cases in the United Kingdom has officially been declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern by the World …
8 ways to lower your prescription drug costs
Written by: Deb Hipp
If you’re charging prescriptions to a credit card or digging for change in your car and couch every month to scrounge up enough money to pay …
How retirees can save money with an HSA
Written by: Laura Adams
If you’re eligible for a health savings account (HSA), it’s a terrific way to save money now and accumulate wealth for the future—if you understand …
Sleep divorce: Should you sleep in separate beds?
Written by: Carley Prendergast
So… have you heard about sleep divorce? It’s been a phrase on the tip of every sleep blogger’s tongue and is essentially defined as the …
Hair loss & sleep quality: Is there a connection?
Written by: Brittany Loggins
A lack of sleep can impact everything from your mental clarity to your energy level—but did you know it can also have an impact on …
15 healthy recipes for all those summer tomatoes
Written by: Tiffany McCauley
Have a ton of tomatoes growing in the garden? They don’t have to be destined for canning. You can enjoy them all season long! 2 / …
Are inflation woes hurting your health?
Written by: Gillian Manning
Too much stress can kill you. New and old research agree that too much stress can hurt a person’s health. So far this year, …
How to finally stop farting in your sleep
Written by: John-Manuel Andriote
Everyone farts. Although it’s usually harmless, farting can be embarrassing in certain circumstances. And most of us don’t want to be known as the proverbial …
Are you getting the most out of your fitness tracker?
Written by: Caroline Lubinsky
Technology has quickly worked its way into the fitness equipment market. From smart home gym machines to fitness trackers, there are more stats, metrics, and …
Proven exercises for a full-body workout
Written by: Cory Kessler
Traditional workout splits can be effective, but they’re also time-consuming. And frankly, many of us don’t have time to spend an hour or more in the …
Are you using the best pillow for the way you sleep?
Written by: Brittany Leitner
If you ever struggle to get comfortable in bed or wake up with neck or shoulder pain, the culprit could be right under your nose …
7-Up used to contain this common antidepressant
Written by: Jenny Evans
During the 20th century, most soft drinks in America were boosted with something other than sugar. We all know Coca-Cola started with a dash of cocaine …
How to make your ‘bad’ emotions work to your benefit
Written by: Monica Johnson
As a psychologist, I receive lots of questions about emotions and how to deal with them. Today, I thought I’d take the opportunity to educate …
Seniors, it’s hot out there. Here’s how to stay safe
Written by: Constance Brinkley-Badgett
With parts of the country blanketed by a dangerous heat wave, older people in particular can have a tough time dealing with heat and humidity. The …
These glasses are made to help people with motion sickness
Written by: Kaitlin Gates
Nothing ruins a road trip like a bout of motion sickness. If you suffer from motion sickness, like me, you’ve probably had to adjust …
Self-care Sunday: 5 easy ways to refresh & recharge
Written by: Elizabeth Cohen
Now, before you click out of this blog thinking you do not have time to take care of yourself try this: think of how you might …
Do massage guns really work? Your questions, answered
Written by: Lindsay Boyers
The Short Answer? It Depends. Massage guns are the hottest recovery tool since foam rollers, but the question is: Do they work? There’s lots of …
What Covid & inflation mean for summer travel
Written by: Lucia Caldera
After more than two years of limited travel due to COVID-19, many are eager to enjoy a summer vacation. According to MoneyGeek’s recent survey, 46% …
5 tips to jumpstart your workout routine
Written by: Sosha Lewis
When the holidays come to a close, but our pants don’t, many of us turn our attention to exercise by way of New Year’s resolutions. …
