You probably don't need to be reminded that getting eight hours of sleep per night is crucial to your health. Unfortunately, clocking those eight hours might feel like an impossible task when you're so busy planning a wedding-and it's especially tough when you can't get comfortable once you're actually in bed. When falling and staying …
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There's a Scientific Reason Why People Sleep with Their Eyes Open
If you're one in five people who sleep with your eyes open, you may want to call your doctor. According to the National Sleep Foundation, sleeping with your eyes open could be hereditary and a sign of an underlying health condition. Experts say that sleeping with your eyes open—a condition known as nocturnal lagophthalmos—may also …
Everything You Need to Know About Your COVID-19 Vaccine Card
With mass vaccinations underway and broadened eligibility windows (every American over the age of 16 will soon be able to receive their shot), many U.S. citizens feel as if the light at the end of the tunnel is finally within view. Over 14 months after the COVID-19 pandemic upended life as we knew it, hope …
Three Healthy Carrot Recipes That Are Just What the Doctor Ordered
A certain rascally rabbit was onto something with his snack of choice. One cup of carrots provides three grams of fiber and more than a day's worth of vision-helping vitamin A. "Vitamin A is an antioxidant that's a powerful player in cell health and fending off free radical damage brought on by stress and inflammation, …
The Health Benefits of Frozen Fruit
Whether fresh fruits and vegetables are scarce in your part of the country or you just happen to love the produce of one specific season, perusing the frozen food aisle can be a good way to maintain a well-balanced diet—so long as you're shopping in the fruit and vegetable section, that is. And if you're …
All The Reasons Why Cancel Culture Is So Toxic For Our Mental Health
It’s been a good year for cancelling. There’s the pandemic, of course, which crushed all of our plans and some hopes and dreams along the way. But there were also more specific cancellations. From celebrities – Jimmy Fallon, J K Rowling and Ellen DeGeneres – to brands like SoulCycle and Oatly (as well as a …
The Truth About Pre-Wedding Stress
You don't have to be told twice that planning a wedding is stressful. There's a ton of pressure involved in making this one day as special as possible, and the fact that are many cooks in the kitchen-from helpful friends and wedding planners to eager in-laws-doesn't usually help. Unless the bride and groom are paying …
Are You Experiencing Any of These Symptoms? It Might Be Time to Visit a Cardiologist
Most of your health problems can be managed by your primary care physician, but there are certain medical issues that may require the expertise of a cardiologist, a doctor with specialized training in heart-related care. Cardiologists are nearly always board certified, and these specialists can be found through your general practitioner, local hospital, or your …
Why Hair Loss Happens as We Get Older—and What to Do About It
If you're experiencing hair loss—whether it's a new or worsening symptom—you're in good company. According to a 2014 survey by the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, an estimated 35 million men and 21 million women in the United States experience hair loss to some degree; in all likelihood, that number has only continued to …
The Earliest Signs You're Drinking Too Much Water
Even though we're constantly reminded of the benefits of staying hydrated, drinking enough water can be a tricky business. The same is true even after you've become one with your water bottle-once it feels like an appendage, it can be difficult to put it down. After a while, you may start to wonder if you're …