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Erica Sweeney

Erica Sweeney is a writer who mostly covers health, wellness and careers. She has written for The New York Times, HuffPost, Teen Vogue, Parade, Money, Business Insider and many more.

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How Long Does It Take to Lower Cholesterol? Cardiologists Have the Exact Numbers.

If you're limited on time, is it worth prioritizing diet over exercise?

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Even Your Grocery Aisle Is on Ozempic

What does a 'GLP-1 friendly' label mean, exactly?

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10 New Benefits of a Post-Workout Sauna (and, a Few Risks)

Next time you’re at the gym, don’t skip the sauna.

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Everything You Need to Know About the New Wegovy Weight Loss Pill

Discover how well it works, what kind of side effects it has, and where to get it.

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Staring at Your Phone All Day Could Put You at Risk for This Alarming New Disorder

If you've been feeling clumsier lately, you might want to put down your phone. But first, read this.

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Doctors Explain Why You Can Only Breathe Through One Nostril When You're Sick

Plus, what actually works to relieve nasal congestion.

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5 Reasons You Feel Tired After You Eat, According to Doctors

A food coma is a real thing, but doesn't have to be so dramatic.

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10 Ways to Naturally Lower Cholesterol, According to Doctors

Sometimes, though, you still need to take medication.

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Gummies vs Capsules vs Powders: What’s the Best Kind of Creatine?

Here’s what the research says.

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8 Ways to Increase HDL Cholesterol, According to Experts

Easy ways to get more of the good stuff.

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