- General Health -
5 Lifestyle Changes to Lower Blood Pressure
By Craig CoxHypertension can be managed with nutrition, exercise, and other lifestyle factors.
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- Honestly, Dara -
How to Create an Everlasting Meal
By Dara Moskowitz GrumdahlWhat can Vogue teach us about eating sustainably? More than you might think.
- Sports/Recreation -
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Never Say Never
By Maggie Fazeli FardA one-day, 27-mile through-hike teaches our fitness editor about what it means to push her body and mind beyond perceived limits.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: Growing Old, Gaining Weight
By Craig CoxA new study explains why we tend to gain weight as we age, even if our caloric intake and exercise regimens remain unchanged.
- Nutrition -
What’s the Difference Between Fermented and Nonfermented Soy Foods?
By Catherine GuthrieFermented soy foods like tempeh, miso, and tamari may be easier to digest than tofu.
- Personal Development -
Draw Your Day
By Heidi WachterIllustrator Samantha Dion Baker shares the benefits of pursuing a daily creative practice.
- Sleep -
Can a Weighted Blanket Help My Insomnia?
By Jon SpaydeIf anxiety is at the root of your insomnia, says our expert, a weighted blanket may help.
Training With a Twist: The Transverse-Plane Workout
By Andrew HeffernanBanish boredom, boost your athleticism, and prevent joint injury with these full-body transverse-plane exercises.
- Nutrition -
How to Simplify Meal Planning
By Melissa JoulwanPaleo cookbook author Melissa Joulwan shares her tips for easy meal planning and preparation.
- Food Culture -
Jessie Diggins: An Athlete’s Eating Disorder — and Recovery
By Jessie DigginsOlympic gold medalist cross-country skier Jessie Diggins talks about overcoming her eating disorder.
- Sports/Recreation -
Why Rock-Climbing Can Sharpen Your Mind and Improve Creativity
By Sarah Tuff DunnClimbing does more than simply strengthen your body and help you explore new places.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: Hungry and Hopeless
By Craig CoxA quiet epidemic of malnutrition has spread among the nation’s elderly, and Congress has only a few weeks to figure out how to respond.
- Digital Detox -
How Do I Protect My Privacy Online?
By Jon SpaydePrivate browsing, strong passwords, and VPN software are some of the steps you can take. Beyond that, government policy is needed to protect consumer privacy.
- Editor's Note -
Next-Gen Inspiration
By Jamie MartinA seventh-grade magazine project offers a reminder about the potential of creative experiences.
- Nutrition -
The Pros and Cons of Eating Soy
By Catherine GuthrieShould you consume soy? Health experts answer key questions about this sometimes-confusing food.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: A Healthy Pessimism?
By Craig CoxDo optimists live longer than pessimists? Maybe, but I’m not the only one arguing that a middle way may yield healthier benefits.
- Perspective by Bahram Akradi -
In Partnership
By Bahram AkradiWhen we team up with and support our teachers, we all stand to gain.
- Fitness Tips -
3 Ankle-Mobility Exercises
By Maggie Fazeli FardThree drills to loosen up your ankles and their kinetic chain.
- Nutrition -
8 Tips for Making a Better Burger
By Kaelyn RileyPick high-quality protein, rightsize your patty, and more tips to create a perfect burger.
- Mindfulness -
THE LIVING EXPERIMENT: Pause
By Pilar Gerasimo and Dallas HartwigRespecting your body’s natural energy cycles is the key to clarity, creativity, and focus.
- Personal Development -
21 Books to Read Over a Long Weekend
By Experience Life StaffLooking for a good read this Labor Day weekend? Our staff weighs in on books they’ve read — or want to read — this season.