5 Ways to Lower Your Risk of Stroke
When the news broke about the death of actor Luke Perry from a massive stroke at age 52, it showcased the fact strokes aren’t just a danger for the elderly. In fact, as many as 15% of people in the...
Elizabeth Millard
About the Author
Elizabeth is a freelance journalist specializing in health and fitness, as well as an ACE certified personal trainer and Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher. Her work has appeared in SELF, Runner’s World, Women’s Health and CNN.
How Yo-Yo Dieting Really Affects Your Body
You start your health journey in a dramatic way, by significantly changing your diet — maybe choosing a trendy option that’s all about big weight loss in a short time. And it works. But once...
3 Signs of Body Dysmorphic Disorder
What first prompted Carol Malone to take a step back and consider she may have a body-image problem was what she calls “the reflection issue.” Growing up, she always struggled with her weight,...
Could a Simple Smile Boost Your Athletic Performance?
Smiling is a fundamental reflex that fires up the brain with a cascade of feel-good chemicals that can change even the crustiest mood. Often, it’s an unconscious response, but what happens when...
How Social Wellness Improves Your Health
You do everything right for your health, from tracking food and eating nutrient-dense options to working out regularly, getting enough sleep and hydrating like a champ. (Well, maybe...