I'm the senior writer at Greatist, and I mainly cover new trends in psychology and mental health. When I'm not hanging out at Greatist HQ, I'm reading a novel, baking a batch of cookies, or buying stick-on earrings.
Ever had a nightmare about a meeting with the boss, only to show up groggy and irritable for work the next day? New research suggests stress messes with our sleep. Here’s why employers should care about our bedtime.
Let’s take this outside. From greenmarkets to rooftop bars, we’re about to revamp your summer and blow your mind with 21 ways to bust out of those four walls.
New research suggests mildly depressed people have a harder time distinguishing the taste of fat, meaning they might be more likely to opt for high-fat foods. It’s another example of how our feelings affect our eating habits and our health.
OP-ED: Hey, how come no one told me there was weed killer on this apple?! Support for GMO labeling is the latest example of consumers’ growing desire to know what’s in their food and where it came from.
Today is World Environment day, so think before you trash that leftover pizza. The U.N.’s “Think.Eat.Save” campaign aims to reduce the 1.3 billion tons of food we waste every year.
Wanna feel like Popeye? Spinach contains a heaping helping antioxidants, anti-inflammatory nutrients, and vitamins that promote vision and muscle health.
Yesterday Massachusetts voted to legalize medical marijuana; Arkansas voted against it. We’re not talking just munchies and Pink Floyd — weed can be a legitimate treatment for medical ailments.
Today marks the launch of 100Plus, an app that makes predictions about your future health based on your current habits. Greatist spoke to cofounder Chris Hogg to learn exactly how the app works.
One of the U.K.’s top dance crews is teaming up with Fitness First to offer street dance classes meant to get folks fit while busting a move. We take a look if Diversity, winner of 2009 Britain’s Got Talent, can make this alt-workout both cool and functional.
