Beth Bradford

Location

Philadelphia, PA

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

Nutrition

A Fruit Juice You've Never Heard Of Can Help Stabilize Blood Sugar And Blood Pressure At The Same Time

Certain kinds of beverages can help with high blood pressure and blood sugar maintenance. One example is a little-known fruit juice that can affect both.

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Fitness

When You Do Bulgarian Split Squats Every Day, This Is What Happens To Your Body

Exercises like Bulgarian split squats can benefit your body if done properly and regularly. But what happens if you add this to your workout every day?

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Nutrition

Can Eating Egg Whites Every Day Lower High Blood Pressure? What We Know

Does daily egg white consumption really have a beneficial impact on high blood pressure? Recent studies have revealed some interesting findings for egg lovers.

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Nutrition

The Fruit Juice That Could Cause An Overdose While Taking Antibiotics

There are many things to consider when taking antibiotics. For example, this fruit juice could lead to an overdose if you drink it at the same time.

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Nutrition

Two Popular Vitamins Could Help Lower High Cholesterol And Blood Pressure When Taken Together

If you have a condition like high blood pressure or high cholesterol, there are two popular vitamins that could help. Here's what the research says.

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Experts

What Happens To Your Body When You Crack Your Knuckles

Cracking your knuckles is an oddly divisive habit; it might make you cringe or it might bring you satisfaction. But what happens to your body when you do it?

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Health

The Common Sleep Disorder That Can Increase Your Risk Of Long COVID

Long COVID can make life uncomfortable for COVID patients even years after they recover. And there's a common sleep disorder that can increase your risk of it.

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Nutrition

The Low-Carb Vegetable You Should Add To Your Morning Oatmeal To Help Maintain Healthy Blood Sugar Levels

Trying to stick to a low-carb diet so that you can monitor your sugar levels? You should consider adding this vegetable to your oatmeal for breakfast.

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Health

What Taking Testosterone Every Day Does To Your Face

Whether your testosterone is in the form of an injection, pill, or gel, you may be wondering how it might affect your face. We asked a doctor for advice.

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Nutrition

The Mediterranean Breakfast That Has Two Eggs Worth Of Protein

Half an egg's protein is in its yolk, but you want to limit how much yolk you consume. Luckily, this Mediterranean egg dish gets protein from another source.

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Nutrition

Eating Corn Every Day Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Risk Of Colon Cancer

Getting a daily serving of corn fulfills many of your nutritional needs. As it turns out, it can also affect your risk of colon cancer in an unexpected way.

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Health

What Happens To Your Poop When You Eat Yogurt Every Day

Yogurt is a delicious and convenient dessert that is easy to incorporate into your daily diet. But when you eat it every day, something happens to your poop.

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Health

Taking Viagra Has An Unexpected Effect On Blood Pressure

Viagra emerged almost 30 years ago, and it remains one of the most popular drugs to treat erectile dysfunction. However, it could also affect blood pressure.

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Nutrition

Super Bowl Snack Swaps That Will Help You Lose Weight

The Super Bowl can easily wreck your diet with all those savory finger foods and football-shaped cookies. However, these snack swaps can help you lose weight.

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Health

How Elevated Testosterone Can Affect The Prostate

In men, elevated testosterone may cause or come with some unexpected side effects. Case in point: High testosterone levels can affect a man's prostate health.

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Nutrition

5 Super Bowl Snacks That Could Skyrocket Your Cholesterol

When you tune into the Super Bowl, you'll be tempted to eat a variety of snacks that could send your cholesterol soaring. We break down a few healthier swaps.

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Nutrition

The Healthiest (And Unhealthiest) Celeb Super Bowl Snacks

Some celebs have go-to dishes they can't wait to whip up for the Super Bowl. We found out what some of their healthiest, and unhealthiest, snacks are.

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Nutrition

How To Avoid Overeating On Super Bowl Sunday

It's hard enough not to over-eat on regular days; it's doubly difficult on Super Bowl Sunday. Fortunately, there are strategies that can help you prevent that.

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Experts

'Healthy' Foods That Are Hurting Your Teeth

You can take better care of your dental health by knowing which foods to consume in moderation or avoid entirely. That includes certain "healthy" foods, too.

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Health

Does AG1 Live Up To Its Hype? We Tested It For Ourselves

We tested out AG1 for several weeks - we noticed a few benefits for sure, but does it really live up to the price tag?

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Nutrition

What You Won't Find In Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Daily Diet (And Red Flags You Will Find)

So what kind of daily diet does RFK Jr. follow to get his six-pack abs? We have all the details, including some potential red flags that you may want to avoid.

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Nutrition

The Mind-Boggling Number Of Calories An NFL Lineman Typically Eats Every Day

Let's take a look at how many calories an NFL lineman might typically eat every day compared to quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts.

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Health

A US State Just Reported One Of The Largest Tuberculosis Outbreaks In American History

Health officials in this U.S. state are reporting the largest tuberculosis outbreak in American history. Here's what to know about this lung disease.

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Nutrition

Why Drinking Alcohol Makes You Sleepy Almost Immediately

You might notice that drinking alcohol makes you sleepy. We'll delve into why this occurs and why it might not be such a good idea to use it as a sleep aid.

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Health

Aging Has An Unexpected Effect On Our Risk Of Cancer (But Only After You Turn 80)

Many changes happen to the body once a person passes 80 years of age. Recent research hints at aging's unexpected effect on one's cancer risk as well.

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Nutrition

The Sweet Ingredient You'll Be Surprised To Find In A McDonald's Filet-O-Fish

When you learn about the sweet ingredient lurking in your McDonald's Filet-O-Fish, you probably won't be surprised. It's found in many unexpected places.

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Health

How Many Grams Of Melatonin Is Safe To Take For Better Sleep (And The Best Time To Take It)

Some take supplements or prescription drugs for better sleep. As it turns out, there's a recommended limit to the number of grams of melatonin one should take.

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