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Why Do Thyroid Disorders Affect Women More Often Than Men?

By Jill Grunewald

Here’s what to know about thyroid dysfunction — and how to get tested.

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How to Take a Beautiful Bath

By Kaelyn Riley

Not a fan of tub time — or just haven’t found a routine that works for you? These six tips will make you a bath believer.

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The Mental-Health Benefits of Bird Watching

By Heidi Wachter

New research shows that living near a natural setting isn’t just good for the birds.

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How to Reboot Your Body’s Alarm System

By Courtney Helgoe

Is your body’s survival response stuck in the “on” position? Aviva Romm’s new book, The Adrenal Thyroid Revolution, explains how (and why) to locate the off switch.

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Health Under Stress

By Heidi Wachter

High levels of stress can take its toll even on healthy eaters.

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Overcoming Winter Blahs

By Jon Spayde

Ever-earlier sunsets and longer nights signal that winter is coming. Learn how to adjust your mindset to make the best of it.

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Hidden Triggers of the Sympathetic Stress Response

By Aviva Romm, MD

Some unexpected stress factors to consider that can sap adrenal health.

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The Stress Alarm

By Aviva Romm, MD

Our biological stress response operates the same whether threats are real or perceived. Here’s how your system reacts.

Healthier Stress Response Soaps and Candle

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3 Healthier Stress Responses

By Aviva Romm, MD

Use these techniques to consciously shift your body’s response to stress into a state that’s calm, secure, and replenished.

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Reset Your Stress

By Aviva Romm, MD

Being on high alert for too long can put you into adrenal overdrive. Learn how to shift from fight-or-flight mode into calmer states that help your body recover.

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Lower Your Political Stress Level

By Jon Spayde

A constant barrage of political advertising and infighting can raise your anxiety level. Here’s how to calm down this election season.

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Getting Past FOMO

By Jon Spayde

Social media has rocketed the “fear of missing out” into an omnipresent stress. Break the spell with these tips.

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Cortisol and Perimenopause

By Elizabeth Millard

Cortisol levels can be especially erratic during menopause and peri-menopause. Here are some tips for keeping them on track.

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Identity Crisis

By Jon Spayde

Identity theft doesn’t just endanger your finances. It can undermine your feelings of safety, power, and trust. Here’s how to cope.

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The Cortisol Curve

By Elizabeth Millard

This “stress hormone” is essential for energy and health, but when it’s out of balance, you are, too. Learn how to manage cortisol to keep inflammation, cravings, and belly fat at bay.

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Behind the Scenes With Kelly McGonigal (Video)

By Experience Life Staff

Go behind the scenes at our cover shoot with Kelly McGonigal, PhD, and learn how her research at Stanford can help you befriend stress.

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Making Friends With Stress: Kelly McGonigal

By Heidi Wachter

Stanford researcher Kelly McGonigal has made it her mission to show people how to embrace stressful situations as opportunities for growth.

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What’s in a Number?

By Jon Spayde

Whether you’re turning 30, 50, or 65, milestone birthdays can trigger more anxiety than excitement. Here’s how to approach each passing year with more equanimity.