Know It Archives - Page 4 of 18

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- Mindfulness -

How Do I Discuss Political Disagreements With My Family and Friends?

By Jon Spayde

The key, says former New York Times columnist Randy Cohen, is to never make it personal.

- Personal Development -

In Search of True Belonging

By Heidi Wachter

Best-selling author Brené Brown charts a course for regaining a spirit of connection and civility in a polarized world.

- Mindfulness -

6 Ways to Quit Fast Fashion

By Jessie Sholl

The ‘‘slow fashion’’ movement teaches consumers how to build a healthy wardrobe, while also protecting the planet.

- Hormones -

How to Test Your Hormone Levels

By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHC

If you suspect your cortisol, insulin, estrogen, or testosterone levels are out of balance, here's how to test them.

- Community -

5 Ways to Become a More Engaged Citizen

By Anne Holzman

There are surprising benefits to serving on a volunteer advisory board. Here's how to get started.

- Sleep -

Why Do I Feel Depressed and Fatigued When I Sleep Late?

By Jon Spayde

It all depends on which stage of sleep you wake up in, says a sleep expert.

- Beauty -

9 Fall Beauty Practices

By Deepak Chopra, MD and Kimberly Snyder, CN

As summer turns to fall, try these nine tips to maximize your health, energy, and beauty quotient.

- General Health -

13 Ways to Protect Yourself from Electromagnetic Radiation

By Pamela Weintraub

Many of our digital devices — including cell phones — emit electromagnetic radiation, which may be harmful to our health. Here are tips on reducing your exposure risks.

- Gut Health -

10 Things You Should Know About Probiotics

By Catherine Guthrie

Here’s a simple primer on how to buy, store, and consume probiotics.

- Stress Relief -

4 Tips to Actually Relax This Weekend

By Karen Olson

Do you spend your weekends running errands or squeezing in too many activities? Try these four tips to take back your downtime.

- Stress Relief -

Trying to Unwind? Try These Two Breathing Exercises

By Frank Lipman, MD

Activate your calming system by learning belly breathing and the 4-7-8 breath.

STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: If You Give a Mouse a Cookie

By Maggie Fazeli Fard

Our fitness editor reflects on her favorite children’s book and what it can teach us about heeding our bodies’ intuition in the gym.

- Personal Development -

7 Random Acts of Kindness

By Frank Lipman, MD

Here are seven ways to connect with others through kindness.

- Gut Health -

Is Your Kombucha the Real Thing?

By Michael Dregni

People spend millions of dollars on the popular fermented tea, but several recent lawsuits question whether the commercial brews are actually good for you.