Alisa Hrustic
Writer and Editor
Alisa Hrustic is a health writer and editor. She was previously the executive editor at SELF and deputy editor at Prevention.com. Her work has been featured in Women’s Health, Men’s Health, Oprah Daily, National Geographic, and other national publications.
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Latest from Alisa Hrustic

The Top 10 Fitness Trends You'll See Everywhere This Year
From HIIT to yoga, here's what the fitness pros are eyeing in 2018

‘How I Got These Abs In 30 Minutes, 3 Times a Week’
James Leib, 48, had almost no time to exercise—but this workout whipped him into shape fast

How This Man Overcame Addiction and Gained 45 Pounds Of Muscle
Jay Maryniak was dependent on opioids, crack, and booze. Now he’s hooked on CrossFit

10 Weight Loss Transformations That Blew Us Away In 2017
From everyday guys to your favorite celebrities, here are the stories that inspired us this year

These Are the Foods You Need to Eat to Feel Good At Any Age
A new study has found that your diet has a surprisingly strong link to your mental health

4 Reasons This Is the Only Blender You Will Ever Need
The Vitamix Professional Series 750 is a beast of a blender. Just ask our assistant editor

These Bodybuilding Supplements Known as "Legal Steroids" Are Putting Your Health at Risk
Drugs known as SARMs are supposed to boost your performance and make you look muscular, but many products don't live up to their claims, a new study finds

5 Hot Toddy Recipes You Need to Try This Winter
Next time the frigid air feels like it's slapping you in the face, warm up with one of these cocktails

10 Ways to Shave 1,200 Calories Off Your Thanksgiving Dinner
You won't even notice that certain classic foods aren't on your plate

Sorry, But You're Probably Not Eating Enough Fruits and Vegetables
A new report finds that a shockingly low percentage of Americans are actually eating the recommended amount

Eating Too Fast Is Making You Fat and Hurting Your Heart
A new study indicates the importance of eating slowly, for both your health and your waistline

Eat This Food to Help Your Body Fight Aging
Mushrooms contain a high amount of antioxidants that most other foods don't have