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Shavonne Morrison, MS, RD, LD, dives into why energy drinks are bad for you, detailing their potential side effects. Make your way down any drink aisle at the grocery or convenience store and you’ll spot them: brightly colored, practically luminescent bottles and cans of energy drinks. Plus, new brands claiming to be “cleaner” and “healthier” […]

We asked four doctors how they boost their immunity on a daily basis. Here’s what they shared. As Dr. Rachel Eva Dew points out, the immune system is the body’s natural defense system. “The body is designed to fight off [antigens] and heal itself,” she says. However, it’s only able to do so when it’s […]

Carrie Gabriel, MS, RDN, shares a variety of diet and lifestyle hacks that promote healthy eating and nutrition habits. If you’d like to form better eating habits, now’s as good a time as any to start making progress. Contrary to popular belief, this goal doesn’t require drastic diets or unsafe cleanses. In fact, a few […]

While you’re fast asleep, your brain is busier than ever. But what’s actually going on? Are we detoxing, learning, or protecting our health? Here’s what happens to your brain when you sleep. As a neuroscience researcher, the role of sleep is fascinating to me. We spend about a third of our lives sleeping, but why […]

Garrett Munce, grooming expert and author of Self-Care for Men, explains why personal TLC is essential and easier to practice than you may think. Plus: six simple self-care ideas for men. Look, I totally get it. Taking time out of the day to care for yourself doesn’t always sound like the easiest thing to do. […]

Is sex good for your skin? Read up before you go down. When it comes to caring for your skin, there’s a good chance that your first instinct is to apply a series of products (such as vitamin C, niacinamide, and retinol) and drink as much water as possible. And while research has proven that […]

HUM Nutritionist Jessica Bippen, MS, RD, answers the pressing question: “How many cups of coffee per day are healthy?” If a morning without coffee leaves you feeling like a walking zombie, you’re not alone. The energy boost it provides makes coffee an essential part of most Americans’ morning routine. Once you’ve finished your first cup, […]

Looking for the ultimate pre-bed drink? Jessica Bippen, MS, RD, shares three delicious, caffeine-free bedtime latte recipes. Having troubling getting the solid rest you need? Given our fast-paced lifestyles, constant screen time, and never-ending to-do lists, falling (and staying!) asleep isn’t the easiest task. But a good night’s rest, of course, is essential for your […]

Rumors are spreading saying that taking melatonin supplements may interact poorly with oral contraceptives. But does melatonin cancel out birth control? Gaby Vaca-Flores, RD, takes a closer look. Many of us use melatonin to ease ourselves to sleep. However, new stories are emerging questioning whether melatonin impacts the efficacy of your birth control. Here’s the […]

Jessica Nelson, RDN, advises the best time to take supplements and other tips for optimal supplement efficacy. Simply put, the best time to take supplements depends on which ones you choose. Many vitamins work better if you take them at specific times of day, with certain foods, and/or when combined with other vitamins and minerals. […]

The skincare industry has a valuation of $135 billion and counting, with the average woman spending about $313 per month on beauty products and rituals according to 2017 study. Thinking about these products in dollars and cents, I became curious: How can we ensure that our nightly skin routines are working to keep us healthy […]

Introducing Mighty Night: your dream come true. HUM’s Director of Education, Sarah Greenfield, RD, and leading experts weigh in on our latest launch. What Is Mighty Night? Mighty Night is HUM’s newest product that works overnight to support cell turnover, scavenge free radicals, and promote optimal sleep—thus resulting in a fresh, well-rested complexion. You can […]