Lauren Barth
Lauren is a freelance writer, editor, and online marketer. She has been featured as a lifestyle expert on local and national news and in digital and print magazines. Lauren lives with her husband and three kiddos in the suburbs of New York City. She drinks too much coffee, doesn't get enough sleep, and relies heavily on under-eye masks.
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Stories By Lauren Barth
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Cold showers may not be all that pleasant, but there are some serious benefits to reap from these frigid rinses. Here's a look at some of the perks.
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Before you slip on a new pair of shoes and potentially suffer unpleasant consequences, read up on the ways your favorite footwear may be harming your feet.
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There are some foods you may only eat when you're sick. Unfortunately, many of your staple sick-day foods are ones you should never try to eat.
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Sleeping naked comes with all sorts of unexpected positives. Here's a look at all the surprising things that can happen when you start sleeping in the buff.
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Body hair is something we've all had to come to terms with since puberty, but yours may be trying to tell you something about your health.
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Germs seem to always find a way to invade the house. And even if you're a diligent disinfecting machine, you are most likely neglecting these spots.
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Many of seemingly "healthy" actions could actually be ruining your diet. Here's a look at the worst offenders.
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Showering is not exactly a fine art. Still, there are plenty of common blunders people make while getting clean.
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So you have a hangover. You may be tempted to try a friend's homeopathic post-tequila tip, but most such pieces of advice are often based on misconceptions.
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Donning a face mask has become the new normal. While wearing a mask may sound straightforward, there are a number of mask-wearing mistakes one can make.
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Apple cider vinegar has become a go-to remedy for many ailments, but what happens if you consume more than you should?
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Believe it or not, some stress can do the body good. Of course, excessive stress is far from beneficial. Here's how.
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While it is vital for people with celiac disease to go gluten free, should everyone try the diet? Here's what you should know about cutting out gluten.