Author: Julie Hand

Julie Hand is a certified holistic health and nutrition counselor (Institute for Integrative Nutrition ), personal fitness trainer (National Personal Training Institute), and yoga teacher (Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health). For over 15 years, Julie has penned creative and captivating content for publications both international and local in scope; from the international editions of National Geographic Magazine to Vermont’s sustainable food magazine From Field to Table. Though she can’t resist trying every science-backed health tip, she also has a penchant for crystals and astrology (don’t judge). You can find her walking the beach (coffee in hand, of course) and practicing the ukulele on weekends.

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You Have a Second Brain In Your Gut, Scientists Say. Here’s How It Keeps Your Colon Moving

You may be surprised to learn that you have a second brain… in your gut. The enteric nervous system (ENS)...

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Why Sushi Could Make You Fat — And What to Do About It

Sushi might seem like a nutritious option. After all, how can you go wrong with rice, seaweed, fish, and vegetables?...

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Night Owl Behavior Leads to Higher Risk of Dying Sooner, Says Study

Do early birds really have an edge on night owls? A new study from Northwestern Medicine and the University of...

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Study Says High-Calorie Foods Cause Cancer. Here’s What’s Wrong With That

While cancer may feel like a disease that strikes completely at random, research suggests that 30 to 40 percent of...

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Mashed Turnips

Mashed turnips recipe provided by Courtney Swan Meet the least well-known veggie of the cruciferous family – the turnip. Akin...

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14 Keto Slow Cooker Recipes for Hands-off Cooking

Slow cooker recipes are the ultimate solution for hands-off cooking. If you need an easy weeknight dinner that fits a...

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Nighttime Light Exposure Causes Depression, Says Study

Sleeping in complete darkness doesn’t just improve your sleep quality. New research suggests it may fend off depression as well....

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The Best Winter Vegetable Recipes to Make Right Now

Each change of season brings a unique bounty to the farmer’s market. Right now, you’ll find late winter/early spring fruits...

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LA Times Op-Ed Slams US News & World “Best Diets” Report

A new op-ed in the Los Angeles Times lambastes US News & World Report for their January cover story that...

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Study: Inflammation Gets Triggered at Certain Times of Day

A fascinating animal study finds that the symptoms and seriousness of some inflammatory diseases are linked to time of day....

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Here’s How to Do the Whole30 and Be Bulletproof

These days, diets are about weight loss, sure – but they also aim to help you find a healthier, happier...

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To Run Faster, Supplement With These Minerals, Says Study

Want to upgrade your workout performance? A study published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition finds that women...

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Do This One Thing to Fall Asleep Faster, Says New Study

A study in the Journal of Experimental Psychology demonstrates that people who took five minutes to write a to-do list...

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A Low-Carb Diet Helps Shed Body Fat, Even if the Scale Doesn’t Change

A study published in American Heart Association journal, Circulation, has found that a low-carb diet was better than a low-fat diet...

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5 No-Bake Energy Ball Recipes

When you want a great snack that’s made for on-the-go, look no further than these no-bake energy balls. Also called energy...

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Study Reveals Canola Oil Is Bad for the Brain

A study in the journal Scientific Reports links canola oil consumption to memory deterioration, degenerative learning ability, and weight gain in mice...