Agnes Erickson
Expertise
Health & Wellness, New Recipe Conqueror, Alaskan Malamute Owner, Wannabe Knitter, Remote Cultures Enthusiast,
- Agnes is an active participant in local marathons and her town's tennis club.
- When she is not busy competing with herself, she is an energetic and vocal cheerleader for anyone who is currently trying to conquer a personal fitness goal.
- Agnes's kitchen is flooded with cookbooks for vegetarians (even though she is not one) and classics she has inherited from her Swedish ancestors. Running may clear her mind, but cooking is the activity that clutters it in the best way. She is a strong believer in colorful meals and is committed to reporting the latest and most daring dieting trends.
Experience
Agnes is a regular contributor to both Health Digest and The List. As a keen spectator of pop culture and entertainment, it makes her giddy every time she gets to develop a story about what or who is currently in the spotlight. She is a huge follower of all things health and wellness and enjoys getting to dive into this subject through her writing. When not contributing to all of the exciting news Static Media is posting, she works as journalist for the Norwegian edition of The Local, and as a content writer for the beauty and wellness brand, Byrdie.
Education
Agnes has a Bachelor's in Communications from Hope College. She has also studied Norwegian at the University of Oslo and just finished a course with Solutions Journalism on migration reporting. She is also a regular participant of The Writing Salon's Round Robin classes.
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Stories By Agnes Erickson
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Ready to kick your soda addiction but can't imagine your afternoon without the energizing kick of fizzy bubbles? Consider these healthy alternatives.
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Panic attacks can be terrifying, but you can take action, both physically and mentally, to stop or mitigate one and be in control.
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Seeing the McDonald's McRib on the menu may be exciting. But before you order this seasonal delight, find out exactly what's in it first.
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There is a surprising reason as to why many individuals are in need of a liver transplant. The answer is likely in your medicine cabinet.
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Ambien is one of the most popular prescription sleep aids on the market. But what happens if you suddenly find yourself awake after taking it?
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Reverse planks are the perfect addition to your strength training regimen if you want to balance out your body after doing pushups.
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Even though a lack of omega-3s in your diet may have many internal consequences for your body, dry, rough, scaly skin is a good external indicator.
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Although hypothyroidism is common, those who haven't had their thyroid checked may not realize their body is giving them signals that something is off.
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Interseasonal Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is primarily spread when an infected person coughs or sneezes and releases droplets into the air.
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LASIK eye surgery can be a wonderful thing, but there are some habits to avoid while you are healing. This includes rubbing your eyes.
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Longtime Republican leader Bob Dole passed away at 98. Though no official cause of death was stated, the former senator was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2021.
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We might have a thing or two to learn from all those fancy spas that serve their clients limitless glasses of ice cold lemon water.
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If you've ever drunk juice from a box, it was likely a juice from concentrate. But just how bad is this type of juice for your health?
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There are unfortunately ways to make your shower — and your health — worse without even realizing it, especially in the wintertime.
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The energy drink market was valued at $53 billion in 2018, with its value is projected to grow. Are Rowdy energy drinks safe to consume regularly?
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Used for centuries in Asia, the moringa plant is a disease-fighting and nutritional superstar you may want to include in your healthy diet.
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A new COVID-19 strain, B.1.1.529 or Omicron, has been announced as a variant of concern. Here's what scientists know about the newly identified variant.
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Hear from doctors about the vitamins and supplements they pack to stay healthy on holiday, including vitamin D, magnesium, melatonin, and probiotics.
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For decades, Michael Jackson pumped out one smash hit after another. However, the state of his overall health became clear only after his tragic death.
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Getting a flu shot may increase your protective armor against the flu. However, you should be aware that the shot comes with possible side effects.
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Grapefruit can lower or increase your high blood pressure medication's absorption into the bloodstream, among other negative effects.
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Although women's athleisure has seen drastic changes over the last few decades, many wonder if there is science behind women's professional athletic apparel.
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Splitting pills may at times be necessary if you need to adjust your dosage, or perhaps you're doing it because it makes them easier to swallow.
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Don't believe the rumor that you can't get pregnant while you are breastfeeding or if your period hasn't returned — neither of these assumptions is true.
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There are times when the lumps and bumps under our skin can be hard to identify. If you're certain the bump is a cyst, then it can be treated.
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When it comes to opening up about tanning bed use at the doctor's office, honesty is the best policy. Here's why.
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The classic family favorite is rich with niacin, vitamin B6, thiamine, riboflavin, folate ... and sodium.