Stephanie Eckelkamp

The state of your gut impacts everything from your skin and stress to your mood and immunity. But is there a solid link between gut health and weight loss? We consulted gut health experts and the latest research to find out. There’s no denying how influential the gut microbiome is on overall health. This colon-dwelling […]

You’ve heard that sugar is bad for you—but is fruit sugar bad for you? We dive into the research on this popular health question and tap experts to get their take. Sugar is no stranger to nutrition headlines. Over the past 10+ years, it’s been called out for being as addictive as cocaine and excess […]

Taking melatonin for sleep is becoming more common, but how much melatonin is too much? Sleep experts weigh in. Sleep is absolutely crucial for achieving optimal health and preventing chronic disease, but many of us struggle to snag enough shut-eye on a regular basis. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that around […]

Struggling with sleep? Baked potatoes (specifically sweet potatoes) can help. Read on to see why experts say spuds are some of the best foods for sleep–and find out what the others are too. One potato, two potato, three potato, snore? While potatoes may sound like an unexpected nighttime snack, spuds could be a gamechanger if […]

Feeling sick every time you eat? You’re not alone, and there might be more to it than just overindulgence. We’ve all felt a little queasy after taking too many helpings of our favorite food. But if you’re always feeling nauseous after eating, there may be something else going on like acid reflux, food allergies, or […]

When people talk about hormones, it’s often in relation to how they affect things like mood and energy levels, PMS symptoms, libido, and metabolism. But the truth is, these vital chemical messengers can have a profound effect on your skin, too. If you’ve ever dealt with hormonal acne you’re probably well aware of this, but […]

Let’s be honest: You probably don’t pay too much attention to your vaginal health unless things are painful, itchy, smelly, or otherwise uncomfortable. But when things do go wrong down below, it often involves an all-encompassing unpleasantness that you’d do anything to fix.  In large part, the health of your vaginal tissue comes down to […]

Adaptogens are having a moment and they’re here to stay. The powerful plants are standouts for helping with everything from stress, energy, brain fog, and more. Often, you hear adaptogens mentioned as a way to balance the body and adapt to life’s stressors. And they do! But while they share some things in common, the […]