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Which Adaptogens Work Best to Heal Burnout?
By Aviva Romm, MDFunctional-medicine doc Aviva Romm on which adaptogens help for burnout — and which are too stimulating.
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6 Tips to Stop Overscheduling
By Experience Life TeamToo much on your plate? Here’s how to get back on schedule and recapture your sanity.
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Why Do Thyroid Disorders Affect Women More Often Than Men?
By Jill GrunewaldHere’s what to know about thyroid dysfunction — and how to get tested.
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How to Take a Beautiful Bath
By Kaelyn RileyNot 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 WachterNew 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 HelgoeIs 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 WachterHigh levels of stress can take its toll even on healthy eaters.
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Overcoming Winter Blahs
By Jon SpaydeEver-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, MDSome unexpected stress factors to consider that can sap adrenal health.
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The Stress Alarm
By Aviva Romm, MDOur biological stress response operates the same whether threats are real or perceived. Here’s how your system reacts.
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3 Healthier Stress Responses
By Aviva Romm, MDUse 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, MDBeing 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 SpaydeA 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 SpaydeSocial 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 MillardCortisol 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 SpaydeIdentity 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 MillardThis “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 StaffGo 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 WachterStanford 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 SpaydeWhether 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.
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Your Fat May Be Making You Fatter
By Craig CoxNew study suggests that your fat tissue can send mixed signals to your brain when stress strikes.