Michael Dregni
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Trash Talk: The Recycling Conundrum
Recycling is better than nothing, but we need to do better, say experts. Here are some recycling facts.
How to Talk to Strangers: A Q&A With Malcolm Gladwell
In his new book, Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know About the People We Don’t Know, the New York Times best-selling author explores infamous communication breakdowns.
14 Boomers Who’ve Got Game
These senior athletes may inspire you to rethink your perceptions of aging.
7 Things Your Body Is Doing While You Run
When you run, your body is constantly calibrating. Here is just a snapshot of what it’s doing.
The Last Straw
Americans are the biggest offenders when it comes to single-use plastics, but efforts to ban the packaging are on the rise.
How to Up Your Mountain-Biking Game
Dial in your mountain biking with specialized training for the ups and downs of the trail.
The High Costs of Medical Marketing
Direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical advertising — legal only in the U.S. and New Zealand — is biased, deceptive, and drives up the cost of drugs, says the American Medical Association.
A Run on the Wild Side
One runner takes on the world’s wackiest races — and lives to write about it.
Can Exercise Improve Your Gut Health?
Endurance training may alter our microbiome for good, according to a recent study.
Do Women Experience More Stress Than Men?
The stress gap between men and women may be growing, according to recent research. Here are three ways to manage stress — for everyone.
Farewell, 98.6º F
What is a ‘normal’ body temperature? Many recent studies say 98.6 degrees F may be too high.
5 Ways to Find More Time for Family Meals
Psychologist and family therapist Anne Fishel, PhD, offers several strategies for finding more time to dine together.
Quick on His Feet: A Q&A With NPR’s Peter Sagal
The host of Wait Wait. . .Don’t Tell Me! talks about his new book and how running 14 marathons changed his life.
How to Read Food Labels
Here’s a handy glossary of food-labeling terms and what they mean — and don’t mean.
4 Steps to Better Family Meals
There are numerous benefits to eating together as a family. Here are some tips to make it happen.
Just Say No to Children’s Screen Time
Why Silicon Valley tech execs limit their own children’s screen time.
Life in the Rainbow Jersey
Three-time cycling world champion Peter Sagan on racing, sprinting — and wheelies.
Why Is the Appendix Important?
The appendix plays a key role in storing good bacteria and keeping our microbiome healthy.
4 Trends for Healthier Workplaces
Flexible schedules and coworking spaces are just two ways to create a healthy workspace.
Antibiotics Won’t Treat Your Cold
Doctors continue to prescribe antibiotics for colds and flu even though they can’t cure them.