Jennifer Anandanayagam
Location
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada
School
Australian Institute Of Business, Open University Of Sri Lanka, Bishop's College Colombo
Expertise
Mental Health, Relationships, Fitness
- Jennifer is passionate about people, relationships, mental health, fitness, healthy eating, and travel.
- From eating disorders to anxious attachments in relationships, her experience of writing health-related topics has been exhibited on Static Media's The List and Atlantic Canada's SaltWire Network.
- Starting life over in a foreign land (and being married to someone who has IBD) has pushed Jennifer to learn more about relational health, nutrition, and healthy living, three areas she's deeply passionate about.
Experience
Jennifer is a writer and editor with over 16 years of experience in Sri Lanka's print and digital media landscape. In 2018, Jennifer became the youngest Features Editor and founding member of The Sunday Morning, a national newspaper in Sri Lanka. She's written for several other Sri Lankan publications, including the Daily Mirror, Hi!! Magazine, Pulse Magazine, and The Morning. She joined The List in 2022 as a lifestyle news writer and made the shift to Health Digest in July 2023 because of her desire to focus more on mental health and relationships. She is also a freelance journalist for Atlantic Canada's premier media network, SaltWire.
Education
Jennifer has a bachelor's degree in social sciences from the Open University of Sri Lanka, and a master's in business administration from the Australian Institute of Business. She completed an introduction to digital journalism course from Reuters and a start writing fiction course from the Open University, U.K.
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Stories By Jennifer Anandanayagam
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A good sex life is made up of communication, foreplay, and experimentation. Some say yoga poses like this one are natural ways to boost your sex life too.
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For most people, cutting carbs is a trigger that can change their poop habits. Here's what you can expect and what you can do to relieve your symptoms.
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If you have an unexplained bruise it might just mean you bumped your body without noticing. However, sometimes easy bruising can be a sign of cancer.
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There are two kinds of people: those who enjoy spicy food and those who don't. However, you may also want to avoid peppers if you have this medical condition.
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Cinnamon is thought to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and lipid-lowering properties. It can also have this unexpected effect on your bones.
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It takes holistic effort - diet, exercise, and sometimes medication - to manage high cholesterol. If you include eggplant in your diet, here's how it can help.
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If you're a man, you're likely aware that certain factors affect your risk of prostate cancer. But what might surprise you is that where you live matters, too.
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Constipation got you fidgeting in your seat? Snack on this popular fruit to get things going instantly -- but make sure to pick one that's already ripe.
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For actress Jessica Biel, keeping up with being a busy mom apparently means eating in the shower. However, experts are divided about this controversial habit.
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When Jennifer Anandanayagam found out that olive oil can be used to make yourself poop instantly, she decided to give it a go. Here's what happened.
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A number of popular beverages have a reputation for being gut-friendly. But one particular drink rich in "good" bacteria may actually reduce your cancer risk.
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Drinking coffee regularly can provide both advantages and disadvantages to your health. But research suggests that coffee can prevent a well-known disease.
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Ibuprofen comes with side effects, especially if you take it every day. This is what can happen to your gut if you frequently use ibuprofen.
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Sex does more than just make you feel good in the moment. When you go without sex, it may even influence your risk for early death. Here's what we know.
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Constipation is such a common predicament that people are always on the lookout for things that can help them poop instantly. This drink can be one of them.
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If you're a man, then you may sometimes find yourself unable to pee after sex. Here's why that happens and also when not being able to pee might be a problem.
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The thought of wiping after peeing might not cross the minds of many men after they use the bathroom. But avoiding this can have unexpected consequences.
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Is there really an age where you'll experience the best sex of your life? Surprisingly, recent research points to "yes" -- and the answer is rather unexpected.
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For some men, shivering while peeing might be a common experience. But for the longest time, the exact reason why this happens has remained a mystery.
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Have you ever been curious about what happens to someone's poop when they reach the end of their life? Researchers have asked this question as well.
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There are many reasons why cauliflower is a great addition to a well-balanced diet. But people who suffer from this particular medical condition must avoid it.
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Having high cholesterol levels is a common affliction shared by many Americans. There are ways to counteract this, including eating a certain tropical fruit.
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Fatso's range of natural peanut butter certainly seems like they offer multiple health benefits. But are there any potentially risky ingredients hiding in them?
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Despite the stereotypes, blond hair isn't a clue to your level of intelligence or vileness. It can, however, tell you some important things about your health.
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Does following Robin Sharma's "The 5 AM Club" routine really help you be more productive? Jennifer Anandanayagam tested it for a week. Here's what she found.
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When you're engaging in sexual activity, emotions typically tend to take center stage. Interestingly, having sex with your partner affects your muscles, too.
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Have you wondered if there are any specific foods you should be dropping extra money on? A registered dietitian told Health Digest there are three such options.