Author: Amanda Capritto

Ditch Your Morning Alarm for These Wake-Up Lights

Morning alarm clocks can be, well, alarming. If you’re tired of being jolted awake by the obnoxious alarms on your phone or smart speaker, then switching to a different option could help. A sunrise alarm clock is designed specifically to give people mo…

How to Stop an Anxiety Attack In 2 Steps

An anxiety attack can be a frightening experience. You may feel like you can’t breathe, that your heart is racing too quickly, your head is spinning and you can’t control your thoughts. Anxiety attacks are often accompanied by or triggered by feelin…

How to Nap and Still Sleep Soundly at Night

We have all been there — sometimes an afternoon nap sounds so much better than another cup of coffee. In the moment, the midday shut-eye is heavenly, but when it comes time to sleep at night, you might be fighting your body’s inability to fall asle…

This Is the Best Time of Day to Exercise, According to Science

Advice on when to fit a workout into your packed day is all over the map. Some people swear the best time to work out is first thing in the morning, while others will entertain only the idea of exercising after work. Is it better to squeez…

If You’re Not Counting Your Macros Yet, Read This

For some people, tracking your daily diet can be a helpful way to make sure you’re getting the right amount of fuel each day. Trying to track every single calorie might not be your best bet, though. Instead, consider tracking your macronutrients — …

How Much Melatonin Is Safe for Kids? New CDC Report Raises Concerns

Melatonin supplements help people get to sleep because they mimic the body’s natural production of the hormone. Thanks to their more natural branding as a sleeping aid with no prescription needed, they’ve grown in popularity in recent years — inclu…

Best Body Lotion for 2022

While you might be taking good care of the skin on your face with simple washing and moisturizing with SPF, your regular skin care rotation may be neglecting the skin below your neckline. Including body lotion in your regular routine can make a bi…

Night Sweats: Why You’re Sweating at Night and Ways to Stop it

Is there anything better than a good night’s sleep? Consistent sleep not only helps you feel well-rested, but it can completely alter your mood, energy and productivity for the better. But getting good sleep is much more difficult when you wake…

Best Ways to Stay Cool While You Sleep This Summer

If this summer is going to be anything like last summer that saw several US states brake long-standing temperature records, then it’s surely going to be scorching hot the next few months. With rising temperatures, it can be difficult to stay co…