Lauren Krouse
Lauren Krouse is a freelance writer who covers health, domestic violence, and self-advocacy. Her work appears in Women's Health, Men's Health, Prevention, Self, HuffPost, and elsewhere. When she's not writing, you can find her trying to meditate more, weightlifting, or walking in the woods with her partner and black lab.
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With gorgeous scenery and dog-friendly highlights, these trails are sure to please you and
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If you’re trying hard to slim down but aren’t seeing results, it’s probably time
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Experts take sides on the pros and cons of calorie counting and macro ratios
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Increase your weight-loss motivation by being kind to yourself, which makes the experience more
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Pickles can add nutrients and texture to meals, but they do have one downside.
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If you’re a habitual coffee drinker, you probably couldn’t imagine tackling the day without
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From breakfast to dinner, here’s what RDs recommend for healthy, fast-casual options when you’re
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Summer grilling and spending more time in nature are just a few warm-weather perks
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These wild lean meats are low in fat, high in protein and rich in
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Experts share tips for healthy road trips by packing nutritious snacks, ordering right at
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Improve your balance and posture and build strength with these PT-approved exercises.
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High in heart-healthy fats, vitamins and minerals, avocados are a delicious addition to any
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Add these budget-friendly protein picks to your diet to shed pounds without emptying your
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Here’s how sparkling stacks up against still in terms of hydration, according to registered
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Experts weigh in on how to limit mercury exposure while still reaping the health
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You might be able to walk farther than you think, but there are a
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What to do with your phone, fitness tracker and sneakers when you get home.
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Here’s how to shift your focus to maintaining your weight while riding out the
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From mindset to hydration and exercise, these science-backed weight-loss strategies help you shed pounds.
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Now is an ideal time to incorporate healthy habits into your stay-at-home routine.
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Constant hunger doesn’t have to be part of the weight-loss process.
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Fun fact: Spinach is more than 90% water.
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Losing weight doesn’t have to mean saying goodbye to all of your kryptonite foods.
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Learn how to make meal prep fun again by adding variety to your eating
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High in plant-based protein and fiber, chickpeas make a nutritious addition to your diet.
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Experts remain split as to whether or not progress shots help or hinder healthy
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Learn how the cold affects your body so you can power through winter walks.
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Here’s what you need to know about one of MyFitnessPal’s top-logged foods.
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Boost your step count and your health with helpful advice from people who have
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Use these tips to help make tracking your food a healthy habit.
