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Melissa Willets

Chief Nutrition Officer At GNC On Whether Creatine Supplements Are Right For You - Exclusive Interview

Registered dietitian and Chief Nutrition Officer at GNC Rachel Jones explained how creatine supplements work and how to determine if they're right for you.

Niko Vercelletto

Sneaky Reasons Your Bladder Isn't Emptying All The Way

When you pee, it should feel as if your bladder has completely emptied. If it doesn't, one of these sneaky reasons may be why it isn't emptying all the way.

woman sitting with therapist with a clipboard

Melissa Szaro

Mental Health Expert Yohnit Spruch Breaks Down Online Therapy Versus In-Person Sessions - Exclusive

Thanks to the pandemic, a lot of therapy has shifted online, but is therapy done virtually as effective as it is in person? Expert Yohnit Spruch discusses.

a cute young woman enjoys ice cream out of the carton

Brynna Standen

Unexpected Health Benefits From Eating Ice Cream

Ice cream may not be top of mind when you think of healthy food, and you may be surprised to learn it's not all bad. Here's what to know about this sweet treat.

Family affected by flooding getting into rescue boat

Karishma Desai

LaTanja Silvester Explains The Importance Of Focusing On Equity In Disaster Responses - Exclusive

New Orleans Resilience Corps leader LaTanja Silvester explained the disparity in disaster response and why there should be a greater focus on equity.

Melissa Szaro

The Best Exercises For Bad Knees

If you have pain or injury in your knee, its vital to gently strengthen and stretch the muscles around it. Here are the best exercises you can do.

Melissa Szaro

Dr. Doug Newton Shares How To Handle COVID-Related Anxiety As The School Year Begins - Exclusive

The pandemic can create added stress during the back-to-school season. Dr. Doug Newton of SonderMind shares tips on how to manage COVID-related anxiety.

Jay Wilson

14 Foods That Help Curb Hunger

If you struggle to keep yourself satiated between meals, you might consider adding some of these foods to your dishes to keep you feeling fuller for longer.

Jay Wilson

12 Foods To Avoid If You Have A Sesame Allergy

Though not as well-known as nuts, wheat, and milk, sesame is also a food allergy trigger. Here's a list of foods to avoid if you have a sesame allergy.

Man doing puzzle with Down syndrome girl

Ginny Smith

Everything You Want To Know About Down Syndrome

Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal condition in the United States. Here's everything you want to know about the condition and the people who have it.

Robin Zabiegalski

Emergency Room Doctor Jay Baruch Explains How To Advocate For A Loved One In The ER - Exclusive

Dr. Jay Baruch shared what to do when taking someone to the emergency room so that you can be an effective advocate for their health during the experience.

Melissa Szaro

Mental Health Expert Yohnit Spruch Talks About The Power Of Support Groups And Therapy - Exclusive

Yohnit Spruch, head of emotional health at Circles, explained the healing power of support groups and how they compare to individual therapy sessions.

Melissa Willets

Ark Behavioral Health Addiction Specialist On How California Sobriety Can Be Dangerous - Exclusive

Ark Behavioral Health Chief Medical Officer and addiction specialist Dr. Manish Mishra explained California sobriety and how it can be dangerous.

chemical composition of caffeine and beans

Jay Wilson

Foods You Never Expected Contain Caffeine

Caffeine can show up in a huge range of unexpected food and drink items. Here's a list of foods and beverages you never expected to contain caffeine.

Lauren Alexander

Tips To Help You Move Toward A Healthier Diet

So you want to eat healthier but don't know where to start? We've got your back with all the tips you'll need to move toward a more healthy diet.

Amy Mackelden

Anti-Aging Expert Oz Garcia Shares His Tips For Living Longer - Exclusive

A-list nutritionist and anti-aging expert Oz Garcia detailed his recovery from long COVID and shared some techniques people can try to slow the aging process.

Jay Wilson

What You Can Do To Ease Sore Muscles After A Workout

Depending on how long it's been since you worked out and how hard you exercised, DOMS can be painful. Luckily, there are ways to reduce post-workout soreness.

Ziba Redif

What Happens To Your Body When You Are Malnourished

Malnutrition affects billions worldwide. There are effective treatments available, but chronic malnutrition can sometimes lead to irreversible health problems.

Ziba Redif

Narcolepsy Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder that is often misunderstood and may be underdiagnosed. Read on to learn more about this condition.

Amy Boyington

Signs You Probably Need To Change Your Medication

As great as it would be for meds to always work as intended for everyone, that's sadly not the case. Here are signs that you might need a medication change.

Felicia Lee

Michael Rubino Reveals The Best Ways To Remove Household Mold — Exclusive

Household mold is notoriously difficult to remove completely, but mold remediation specialist Michael Rubino outlines the best cleaning products and practices.

Maxine Taylor

Lexapro Explained: Usage, Dosage, And Side Effects

Lexapro can be a game-changer for many individuals with depression or anxiety. Here's what you need to know about its usage, dosage, and side effects.

Nurse holding patient's hand and talking to him

Karishma Desai

LaTanja Silvester On How Community Health Worker Programs Can Bridge Gaps In Health Outcomes - Exclusive

LaTanja Silvester of the New Orleans Resilience Corps explained how community health workers can diminish the gaps in health outcomes for various communities.

Jay Wilson

The Best Exercises For Carpal Tunnel

If you suffer from carpal tunnel, these stretches and exercises might help combat pain and build strength and flexibility in the area. Read on to learn more.

Emergency Department sign outside building

Robin Zabiegalski

Emergency Room Doctor Jay Baruch On How To Advocate For Yourself And Loved Ones In The ER — Exclusive Interview

Dr. Jay Baruch's book, "Tornado of Life," describes the challenges of the emergency room. Here, he speaks about how patients can advocate for themselves.

Jay Wilson

The Best Exercises For Asthma

Despite being good for the brain and body, exercise is something that people with asthma must consider carefully. Here are the best exercises for asthma.

Teacher and children with masks in classroom

Melissa Szaro

SonderMind's Dr. Doug Newton On Mental Health Tips For The Upcoming School Year - Exclusive Interview

SonderMind's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Doug Newton, shared his tips for improving mental health as the new school year and its challenges approach.