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Carrie Gabriel, MS, RDN, explains why free radicals are bad for your health. Plus: three ways to reduce free radicals in the body to support long-term wellness. Your body might be exposed to everyday sources of pollution and other toxins and be able to fend those off, but pesky free radicals can steadily contribute to […]

Curious about the best house plants for air quality? Also, can they actually increase oxygen levels? Here’s what a plant scientist and studies say about the benefits of house plants and select types. There are cat people, there are dog people, and then there are plant people. Their windowsills are lined with succulents, curly tendrils […]

Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN, CLE, shares the truth about detoxing, as well as five natural, easy ways to detox your body on a daily basis. As a dietitian, I urge you to remove the noise around the concept of detoxing. Instead, focus on simple ways to optimize healthy habits for an effective mind and body reset. […]

We’re unpacking everything you should know when it comes to chemicals in tampons. Plus: the benefits of organic tampons and other feminine care considerations. Do you use tampons? Since an estimated 50 to 86 percent of all menstruating women in the United States do, let’s assume yes. Now, when’s the last time you thought about […]

Chelsey Amer, MS, RD, CDN, answers a common still mysterious bathroom question: Why is my pee bright yellow? Your bathroom habits might feel very, well, routine. So if you’ve recently taken a peek after you went to the bathroom and noticed bright yellow pee, it’s normal to be alarmed. As a registered dietitian, I get […]

From hemorrhoids and itchy cracks to butt breakouts and bidets, we’re talking all things butt care. Pardon me for being cheeky. I know that all too often, your behind becomes the butt of the joke. Yet at the same time, you’re probably curious about how to get your bottom in tip-top shape. Well, take a […]

Curious about the best time to take probiotics, or how much of a factor timing really is? Carrie Gabriel, MS, RDN, shares the science behind the answer. Even if you’ve never taken probiotics, chances are you’ve heard of them. Probiotic supplements contain live microorganisms, such as bacteria or yeast, that can yield a world of […]

Separate fact from fiction when it comes to myths about intermittent fasting. If you’re practicing intermittent fasting—or considering practicing it—it’s important to get the right information. With the facts in hand, you’re more likely to fast properly. And when you fast properly, you’re more likely to experience the fat loss, stable energy, and reduced cravings […]

Jessica Nelson, RDN, CPT, teaches us the ins and outs of functional fitness. Learn how a functional fitness routine can help improve your quality of life and upgrade movements for even the simplest tasks. Plus: a simple (yet challenging!) full-body functional training workout you can do at home or at the gym. What is Functional […]

Curious about the different kinds of birth control? How about what you can expect from each? We asked two OB-GYNs all about the pros and cons of seven types of birth control for women. By the end of this article, we hope you’ll have a better sense of which kind may work best for you. […]

Carrie Gabriel, MS, RDN, details chromium benefits to help manage cravings, boost your mood, and more. Plus: what to look for in a chromium supplement and how best to take it. Chromium is a mineral with proven benefits for cravings, blood sugar, and mood. Here’s what you need to know about chromium, including a deep […]

Curious about how digestion works? Jessica Bippen, MS, RD, explains the three phases of digestion and tips on how to improve digestive health. Everything you ingest runs through your digestive system, and proper digestion is imperative for your overall health. How well it functions determines how well you break down your food, absorb nutrients, and […]