Beth Bradford
School
James Madison University, University Of Alabama
Expertise
Fitness, Yoga, Healthy Aging
- As a lifelong athlete, Beth completed two Ironman triathlons, four marathons, and seven figure bodybuilding competitions.
- She's been practicing yoga for 25 years and is a certified yoga instructor through Yoga Alliance.
- She scours through the latest research on how exercise, nutrition, and stress management helps with healthy aging.
Experience
Beth joined the Health Digest writing team in 2022. Before that, she worked as a television news photojournalist for 10 years before she attended graduate school. She taught news writing and media production for more than 20 years at the college level. She's conducted experimental and survey research on the effects of media on mental health. She's taught yoga since 2015 and produces guided meditations for Insight Timer.
Education
Beth earned her Ph.D. in mass communication from the University of Alabama.
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Stories By Beth Bradford
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Your brain changes as you age, and some parts actually shrink. Howevever, this type of mind-body exercise could help improve your cognition as you age.
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Heart disease is often called the "silent killer" because some people might not know they have it. However, your stomach can give you a clue about your risk.
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A nevus birthmark can appear on a baby's skin at or just after birth. We'll explore the reasons why someone might decide to have one removed.
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Many have speculated about the drastic weight loss observed in Kate Middleton before her wedding. Some point to a notorious FAD diet as a possible reason.
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According to newly published research, there's a surprising way your risk of early death may go down -- and it lies in the type of doctor you consult.
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The foods that you eat can affect the health of your circulatory system. Here's how eating peanut butter every day can impact your arteries.
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If you have a particular type of genetic risk for cancer, eating this popular fruit could help reduce your risk. Here's what the research says.
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Phytochemicals in berries, broccoli, and tomatoes can help your body fight cancer. However, there's also an unexpected carb that might help in your fight.
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Drinking a smoothie every day can help you reach your daily allowance of fruits and veggies, but did you know it can also have an effect on your blood pressure?
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Queen Elizabeth II has been said to enjoy eggs. Rather than using salt and pepper, however, she preferred a unique flavor with certain health benefits.
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If social media influencers are to be believed, a certain yellow fruit may be the key to solving your constipation woes. But what does science say about it?
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HDL cholesterol is also called the "good" cholesterol for a few reasons, so you'll want to make sure your levels are high enough. Enter this colorful vegetable.
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Kidney stones aren't that rare, especially among men. Fortunately, you can spare yourself from having this painful condition by doing this when you pee.
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Peanut butter can certainly fit into a healthy, well-rounded diet, but all that saturated fat can put you at risk. Fortunately, there are alternatives.
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Over time, sleep deprivation can lead to cognitive issues and chronic diseases later in life. Following these sleep rules can add years to your life.
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One out of every 4 men has low testosterone. Given that diet can affect testosterone, we'll explore how eating peanut butter might affect this hormone.
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Over the years, much has been said about the connection between blood pressure and egg consumption. But what does research show about this dietary concern?
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Eating cashews every day can benefit the body in a number of ways. Interestingly, this popular snack also has potential effects on a person's bowel movements.
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When it comes to the best protein sources, the first food you think of might be meat. However, this type of American cheese might just surprise you.
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Sourdough bread is healthier than you might think it is. It can even help protect your heart health. We'll explain how it's able to do this.
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When your bladder fills with fluid, it sends a message to your brain that it's time to pee. However, peeing without an urge can have consequences.
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Having high levels of cholesterol is a common health problem, but is the solution inside our bodies as well? Newly published research seems to suggest this.
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Soy's popularity as a superfood is far from where it used to be decades ago. But that doesn't mean health-conscious men should ignore it, says science.
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Low-carb dieting has become one of the most popular options for weight loss. But what does eliminating carbs from your diet really do to your metabolism?
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Poop happens, or it should, pretty regularly. But what happens to your prostate if you don't poop every day? This is how constipation can affect your prostate.
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Football Hall-of-Famer O.J. Simpson has died at age 76. Here's what we know about his cause of death.
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Eating peanut butter every day can come with a variety of health benefits. But does indulging in this sweet spread on the daily affect your risk of dying early?