6 Common Walking Myths, Busted
Walking tops the list for the most popular physical activities with more than 145 million adults (and counting) lacing up their sneakers regularly; it’s also one of the easiest ways to get your...
Jodi Helmer
About the Author
Jodi Helmer writes about health and wellness for publications like WebMD, AARP, Shape, Woman’s Day, Arthritis Today and Costco Connection among others. She often comes up with the best story ideas while hiking with her rescue dogs. You can read Jodi’s work or follow her on Twitter @helmerjodi.
The Confusing Link Between Caffeine and Weight Loss
Drinking coffee can help you feel more alert, boost workout performance, contribute to a longer lifespan and reduce the risk of certain diseases like Alzheimer’s and Type 2 diabetes. However...
Is Sleeping Naked Better For Your Health?
Before crawling under the covers tonight, should you think twice before putting on your favorite pajamas? One poll found more than half of Americans sleep au naturel. Studies are mixed on whether...
Why Spicing Up Your Meals is Healthy, According to Science
Tossing ginger into a fruit smoothie; stirring turmeric into soups and scrambled eggs, and adding clove and cinnamon to oatmeal or applesauce provides an instant flavor boost. The same spices...
Science Finds Link Between Low-Carb Diets and Lower Cholesterol
If you have high cholesterol, you were likely told to cut back on saturated fat, the so-called “unhealthy” fat found in foods such as red meat, eggs, milk, cheese, butter, coconut oil and palm...