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Treating Plantar Fasciitis

By Michael Dregni

One in 10 people suffer from plantar fasciitis at some point in their lives. Learn about new treatments that could help alleviate your symptoms.

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Here’s How to Soothe Your Gut on Race Day

By Michael Dregni

Experiencing gut issues such as cramping, bloating, or diarrhea on race day can significantly hinder an athlete’s performance. Here are some tips that can help.

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How Your Gut Microbiome Can Affect Your Athletic Performance

By Michael Dregni

Research is beginning to shed light on the relationship between the gut microbiome and improved athletic performance. Discover how these two seemingly unrelated factors are connected.

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How to Plant a Tree

By Michael Dregni

Tree-planting advice from native-plant expert Lynn Steiner.

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Do Pedestrian- and Bike-Friendly Policies Boost a City’s Overall Health?

By Michael Dregni

Yes, according to a recent analysis from Blue Zones.

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Make the World a Better Place: Plant a Tree!

By Michael Dregni

Trees clean the air, battle the climate crisis, and do so much more for the planet. Planting one is a simple way to take action.

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5 Surprising Factors to Reduce the Risk of Dementia

By Michael Dregni

Eating well, prioritizing sleep, and exercising help to protect against dementia, but there are other several other factors that play an important role as well. Learn more.

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How to Read Your Sweat

By Michael Dregni

Could the new Gx Sweat Patch boost your fitness performance by monitoring your sweat?

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How Exercise Strengthens Your Immune System

By Michael Dregni

Continued research supports that exercise does reduce your likelihood of becoming sick. Here are three new findings.

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What Is Your Digital Carbon Footprint?

By Michael Dregni

An exploration into the hidden eco-costs of our digital lifestyles — and what we can do about it.

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What Is Medical Gaslighting?

By Michael Dregni

Medical gaslighting occurs when a healthcare provider dismisses a patient’s symptoms as unimportant, psychosomatic, or as a manifestation of hypochondria.

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What is Biocultivated Meat?

By Michael Dregni

Faux meat, alt-meat, clean meat, and in vitro meat are all terms being used to describe this lab-grown product. Proponents believe it could feed the world. Others are doubtful. Learn more.

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8 Tips to Overcome Fear of Going to the Gym

By Michael Dregni

Anxiety about being judged can lead to a fear of exercising in public settings. Try these tips to increase your confidence — and then celebrate what you can do.

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How to Make Your Ski Vacation More Environmentally Friendly

By Michael Dregni

Downhill skiing and snowboarding are environmentally expensive sports. Can they become more sustainable?

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4 Ways to Bring More Joy to Your Workouts

By Michael Dregni

Kelly McGonigal, PhD, shares her tips to find more enjoyment when exercising.

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What Happens to Your Brain When You Fall in Love

By Michael Dregni

Stephanie Cacioppo, PhD, shares what happens to your brain when you fall head-over-heels for someone.

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5 Adventures to Take With Your Dog

By Michael Dregni

Looking for adventurous inspiration? Your pup’s ready to show the way.

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How to Buy and Use Yogurt

By Michael Dregni

Whether enjoyed as a quick snack or used as a building block for other recipes, this fermented milk product is an all-star in the kitchen.

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Want Smarter Children? Teach Them Music

By Michael Dregni

Music can shape stronger neural networks, according to a recent study.

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What Does “Cruelty-Free” Really Mean?

By Michael Dregni

The government does not oversee or regulate this term, but other groups have stepped in. Look for the Animal Welfare Approved label and the Certified Humane Raised & Handled labels.

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What’s Your Diet’s Carbon Footprint?

By Michael Dregni

And did you know choosing a serving of peas instead of asparagus can result in a 48 percent decrease in water use?

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