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.
OP-ED: Researchers are now suggesting that all restaurants in the U.S. should be required to post calorie counts. Constant access to nutrition information has obvious benefits — but it’s also possible it could drive us all insane.
What else can ruin a first date besides bad breath? It turns out, a lot. Researchers analyzed speed-dating interviews and found that asking too many questions, speaking in monotone, and not showing enough enthusiasm predicted a lack of connection.
“Fat talk” is getting increasingly common among college-age women. But new research suggests no one wants to be around the gal that’s griping about her weight gain. How can we discuss body image issues in a positive way?
OP-ED: Abercrombie’s CEO says he won’t sell XL or XXL women’s clothing. But if young people start out with a positive body image, it won’t matter what the store sells.
OP-ED: Is an Instagram account full o’food porn a sign of an eating disorder? Probably not. Our use of social media reflects our complex, and ever-evolving relationship to food.
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.
