Michael Dregni
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Does Muscle Mass Equal Heart Health?
Greater muscle mass is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a recent study.
The Sugar-Depression Connection
Consuming sugar can lead to body-wide inflammation, microbiome disruption, insulin resistance, and more.
How to Select Safe Fitness Supplements
There are so many fitness supplements to choose from. Here are six tips to make sure you’re picking the right one for you.
Should I Use a Caffeine Supplement When I Work Out?
It depends. Here is the case for caffeine supplements — and some safety concerns as well.
The Food-Additive Loophole
There are thousands of additives — chemical preservatives, flavorings, thickening agents, and more — in our food supply. The FDA simply can’t keep up.
The Pros and Cons of Caffeine
Michael Pollan on the health benefits of “the world’s most widely used psychoactive drug.”
Fitness Supplements 101
Here are 4 go-to fitness supplements to help you get better, stronger, and faster.
What’s the Future of the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Leading epidemiologist Michael Osterholm, PhD, MPH, outlines what we need to do to eradicate the coronavirus pandemic.
How to Surf Better
Expert advice and drills to enhance your surfing skills and enjoyment.
How to Help Children Handle the Stress of Coronavirus
Four experts weigh in on child and family behavior amid the global pandemic.
What Is Herd Immunity, Anyway?
The concept of herd immunity is a growing part of the conversation about resolving the coronavirus pandemic. Infectious-disease researcher Daniel Altmann, PhD, offers insights on what it really means.
6 Ways to Eat More Fiber
Make beans the centerpiece of your meals, throw Swiss chard and spinach in your smoothie, and four other ways to amp up your fiber intake.
8 Ways to Laugh More
Why laughter really is the best medicine — plus tips to laugh more!
“This is a really big challenge.
And we will get through it.”
A Q&A with integrative psychiatrist Henry Emmons, MD, on how to handle the stress of coronavirus.
5 Signs You Need More Recovery After a Workout
Here are some warning signs that you might be overdoing it on the exercise front.
How to Cope With the Stress of Coronavirus
The World Health Organization offers advice on dealing with the mental-health toll of the pandemic.
Anatomy of a Soy Dog
Not all fake-meat alternatives are created equal. Here’s an inside look at soy dogs.
How to Get More Bugs in Your Diet
Saving the world, one edible critter at a time? Our deputy editor digs into the research around eating insects and cooks with them too (think cricket flour). Bug appétit!
Sugar Bust: New Evidence Against Sweet Drinks
Here are some of the latest findings about sugary drinks like soda, juice, energy drinks, and more.
Your Body on Processed Foods
This is your body on foods that are more processed, have higher levels of sugar, and contain fewer nutrients.
How Big Tobacco Hooked Kids on Sugary Drinks
Corporate campaigns targeted kids and helped to create our obesity crisis.