Jodi Helmer
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.
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New research shows hot water immersion offers some serious heart-health benefits.
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New research shows you should time your exposure to bright lights.
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Hunger could lead you to make impulsive decisions and focus on short-term rewards, according
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Recent research shows sticking to healthy habits is the most important factor in maintaining
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New research shows downhill and cross-country skiing offer significant health benefits.
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Learn what throws off your melatonin levels and when a supplement might be necessary.
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If you’re tired of waking up from a nap feeling even more tired, try
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You don’t need to log a long workout to reap the health benefits.
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A walking coach can help you improve speed, stamina and more.
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A slew of new studies have associated eating red meat with a higher risk
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Waist circumference is more predictive of heart disease than weight. Losing belly fat could
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Most Americans’ diets rank below average (which means a C grade), according to a
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Some of the most delicious foods are associated with decreased cancer and heart disease
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Consuming too much sugar on a keto diet cheat day could harm your heart.
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The middle-aged spread increases mortality, and science has some idea why.
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Hate running? A brisk walk is all you need to improve your heart health.
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Exercise boosts mood and coaching in a class or trainer setting could alleviate depression.
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From counting sheep to drinking herbal tea, there is no shortage of advice to
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Sitting beats standing when it comes to helping your body recognize hunger cues.
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Research shows daily smartphone use of more than five hours was linked to a
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Experts share the importance of setting goals and acknowledging you are here for a
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Your lifestyle could throw your circadian rhythm out of whack, making it harder to
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Whether you exercise before the sun rises or after it sets could impact the
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Meditation does more than just reduce stress; it can also help protect you from
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New research shows you burn more calories at rest in late afternoon than early
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Instead of passing on a new-to-you dish, try these tips for expanding your palate.
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The latest research breaks down how much time you need to spend outdoors to
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A growing body of evidence shows exercise, especially strength training, could help reduce Type
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New research shows just 4,400 steps per day can help you live longer.
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Picking the right carbs helps you recover faster and meet your goals sooner.
