Category: Health & Fitness
The benefits of sleeping with a humidifier — especially in winter
Written by: Cassie Shortsleeve
Staying warm in the winter comes at a cost—and we don’t mean just your heating bill. Dry skin, itchy eyes, scratchy throats, cracked lips, and nosebleeds are just …
What are adaptogens & can they help you sleep better?
Written by: Shelby Deering
In the world of health, there always seems to be something new just around the corner that everyone wants to try. While some of these trends …
4 ways to be the best sleep partner possible
Written by: Mark Sheridan
Research shows that a healthy relationship depends on healthy sleep. The New York Times reports that couples experience worse conflict when one or both partners is sleep deprived. The …
Here’s where people complain most about insomnia
Written by: Ian Wright
At what point in your sleepless night do you give in and reach for your phone? Kept awake by discomfort, traffic noise or a troubled mind, you …
Sleep your way to a better brain. Here’s how
Written by: John-Manuel Andriote
Having trouble thinking creatively? Not able to focus on tasks that need to get done? Poor sleep could potentially be to blame. It turns out sleep …
How to keep acid reflux from ruining your sleep
Written by: Christina Heiser
More than 60 million Americans have heartburn at least once a month. I’m one of them. In fact, I was found to have gastroesophageal reflux disorder—aka GERD, …
What is Delta-8 & can it help you sleep better?
Written by: John-Manuel Andriote
Chances are, you’ve heard the term Delta-8 used somewhere recently. Popular wellness influencers and local dispensaries alike have been advertising this cannabis alternative in full force …
How to keep the ‘Sunday scaries’ from ruining your sleep
Written by: Lauren Krouse
The Sunday dreads, Sunday night blues, Sunday depression: These are all terms for the anxiety and stress many of us experience as Monday obligations loom over the precious …
Salt can ruin your sleep, but you don’t have to let it
Written by: John-Manuel Andriote
We all know sugar can mess with our sleep in a host of ways. But it turns out salt can also keep us from getting the quality shuteye …
6 healthy things you can grill at your summer BBQ that aren’t meat
Written by: Mia Taylor
Summer barbecues with grilled hotdogs and hamburgers are an American tradition. But with the eating habits of many evolving to include vegetarian and vegan options (or …
Older adults & summer heat: Here’s how to protect yourself
Written by: Constance Brinkley-Badgett
It’s not just the heat that’s the problem With parts of the country blanketed by a dangerous heat wave, older people in particular can have a …
Healthy snacks that don’t suck
Written by: Kris Collingridge
Healthy snacking can keep you feeling full throughout the day, and less prone to overeating or wasting calories on foods that are satisfying in the moment …
These states have the biggest drug problems
Written by: Kaitlyn Farley
The COVID-19 pandemic has worsened the nation’s drug problem. In fact, in 2020, there were over 88,000 drug overdose deaths, an increase of about 27% from 2019. To …
Here’s where gambling addiction is worst in the US
Written by: Kaitlyn Farley
The increase in online gambling options and the COVID-19 pandemic have created the perfect storm for gambling addiction. The Mayo Clinic and other organizations are still …
50 totally unsurprising facts about Americans
Written by: Kaitlyn Farley
From eating acres of pizza each year to owning more guns than there are people in the country, there is a myriad of American facts that …
Medical identity theft: Here’s how to protect yourself
Written by: Deb Hipp
Most people know to be on the lookout for identity theft, which can result in thieves charging purchases to stolen debit or credit card numbers, compromising …
Why you need a good night’s sleep before coronavirus vaccine
Written by: Kate Bayless
A good night’s sleep can often be hard to come by, but in 2020, it seemed extra challenging, right? As we start to see a light …
It’s world sleep day. Here’s how to get better rest
Written by: Christina Heiser
The events of the past year have made it hard for many of us to get a full eight hours of sleep every night. In a …
20 foods that are good—and good for your immune system
Written by: Jennifer Hill Robenalt
Staying healthy, especially in winter months, means doing everything you can to keep your immune system functioning optimally. What you eat can significantly impact how your immune system …
How does deep sleep affect your brain?
Written by: Allison Task
Having trouble thinking creatively? Not able to focus on tasks that need to get done? Poor sleep could potentially be to blame. It turns out sleep …
