How much sleep do you need? According to this study, it’s in your DNA

I’ve never been able to understand how people can wake up ready to go when they’re getting less than 6 hours of sleep. But thanks to science, we’re starting to learn some answers.

In 2014, a study of sleep genetics found that 80% of people’s susceptibility to symptoms of sleep deprivation had to do with their genetics. And now, there are more and more studies to back that claim. 

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Brad Krissssweeney, mornings
13 Natural Ways To Boost Your Immune System

It’s easy to understand though why people have what appears to be a fight or flight response when they realize a cold is coming on. Being sick is the absolute pits. The second you begin to feel your health slipping away, you’d do anything to get it back. Although there is no way to stop the process of a cold once it begins, there are ways to boost your immune system and lower your chances of being that desperate person in line with pipe dreams and a gallon of orange juice.

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What’s the Verdict On Celery Juice?

So you can imagine my profound curiosity when celery juice became the wellness drink du juor earlier this year. According to my estimates (my social media feeds), it’s a trend that’s enjoying more than its 15 minutes of fame. If you’re still on the fence, I’ve weighed the pros and cons for you. 

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Tips and Tricks for Dealing with Melasma

When that didn’t work, I spent an intense few hours in a Google black hole and diagnosed myself with melasma—a fairly common skin condition that I have never heard of. It’s a form of hyperpigmentation that’s triggered by sun exposure, light damage from our computers, and pregnancy. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, it’s a condition that occurs when the skin starts producing too much melatonin, resulting in brownish-gray patches on the upper lip, cheeks, and forehead. 

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Lauryn Paiva