health
3 Hydrating Make-at-Home Face Masks to Try This Weekend
Man, it is cold out there. And windy, too! While I’m sure I don’t have to tell you, that combo is not doing your skin […]
6 Science-Backed Ways to Be Healthier Today (Without Exercising)
If you just don’t have it in you to hit the gym today, we totally understand. But that doesn’t mean you have to throw your […]
The Checkup: Why You Should Sleep at Work Today (And Not Feel Bad About It)
Hooray for naps! A new study finds that just 30 minutes of midday shut-eye can undo a LOT of the damage — like weakened immunity […]
The Checkup: You Probably Don’t Wash Your Towels Often Enough
• It might be time to do some laundry, you guys. Experts say you shouldn’t go more than three uses (!!) without washing your bath […]
Rep. Mark Cohen Introduces Two Transgender Rights Bills
Philadelphia State Representative Mark Cohen has made good on his intention to introduce two transgender-specific bills in the current session of the House.
Pew: Pennsylvania Has Second-Lowest Vaccination Rate in the Nation
Take a look at this chart from Pew, and note where Pennsylvania falls: That’s right! Pennsylvania has the second-lowest vaccination rate in the United States […]
The Checkup: The Secret Ingredients That Make Guacamole the Best Winter Snack Ever
• If you think guacamole is a strictly-summertime snack, think again. This recipe gives guacamole a seasonal twist with the help of winter squash and roasted […]
The Checkup: 15 Tips to Guarantee You Get a Great Workout
• Make sure you’re getting the most out of your gym time with these 15 awesome workout tips that guarantee you a killer sweat session. [Fitness Magazine]
The Checkup: 10 Weight-Loss Myths That Are Sabotaging Your Success
• Every day, there’s a new study saying “THIS is how you lose weight,” then another one an hour later saying, “No, THIS is how you […]
8 Foods to Eat for the Best Skin of Your Life
During the month of January, I cut out all animal products, including my favorite food of all, cheese, with the hope that doing so would […]
Christie and Vaccines: What They’re Saying
Chris Christie unleashed a torrent of criticism Monday when he suggested — in the middle of a measles outbreak — that vaccinations should be left […]
The Checkup: How to Feel More Awake Right This Second
• If you just let out a big yawn and asked yourself, “Is it really only Tuesday?!” you need these: eight tricks to feel more […]
Christie Creates Controversy With Vaccine Comments
Chris Christie is creating an unusual track record for himself on the subject of public health. He’s the guy last year who, with fewer than […]
The Checkup: How to Be On Time for Every Single Appointment This Week
• Can we all just agree that late people are the worst? Actually, strike that: The worst is when you yourself are late to something […]
The Checkup: 8 Mind Tricks You Can Use to Finally Become a Morning Person
• Waking up early just plain sucks — but it doesn’t have to. Make use of one or two of these easy mind tricks (one […]