Cassie Shortsleeve 

Shortsleeve is a contributor for TIME

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Thinking of Visiting a Popular Tourist Destination? Try These More Affordable Alternatives Instead

Six less crowded, less expensive spots that should be at the top of your bucket list, according to experts.

By Cassie Shortsleeve 

How to Take a Relaxing Vacation Without Stressing About Work

These are independent reviews of the products mentioned, but TIME receives a commission when purchases are made through affiliate links at no additional cost to the purchaser. It’s official: burnout is a real condition. On...

By Cassie Shortsleeve 

Is Honey Healthy? Here's What Experts Say

It's good for a cough—but there's more to the story.

By Cassie Shortsleeve 

‘Fire and Ice’ Vacations Are the Latest Travel Trend. Here’s How to Plan One

Planning a vacation can be stressful. With limited vacation time and infinite destination options, many prospective travelers bear the burden of making the right choices. Luckily, for those who are admittedly indecisive, a new travel...

By Cassie Shortsleeve 

The 11 Best Airports for Layovers, According to Experts

Given the choice, most travelers will opt to fly direct. There are however, times when a layover isn't a nuisance, but rather an experience in and of itself. While all airports have your run-of-the-mill tarmacs...

By Cassie Shortsleeve 

Are Raisins Healthy? Here's What Experts Say

Raisins are minimally processed, but they're also high in sugar.

By Cassie Shortsleeve 

Are Mushrooms Healthy? Here's What Experts Say

The fungi are favorites of nutrition professionals

By Cassie Shortsleeve 

Are Sweet Potatoes Healthy? Here's What Experts Say

The orange spuds come out on top

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Are Eggs Healthy? Here’s What Experts Say

Plus, the bottom line on yolks

By Cassie Shortsleeve 

Are Smoothies Healthy? Here’s What the Experts Say

Nutrition in a blender—or nutritional blunder?

By Cassie Shortsleeve 

Is Granola Healthy? Here's What Experts Say

Watch out for sneaky sugar

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The 5 Most Germ-Filled Places In Your Office—And How to Protect Yourself

These spots harbor more bacteria than you think

By Cassie Shortsleeve 

Are Sunflower Seeds Healthy? Here's What Experts Say

They beat chia and flax seeds in many ways

By Cassie Shortsleeve 

How to Tell If Someone Is Manipulating You—And What to Do About It

If you’ve ever felt like something is off in a close relationship or casual encounter—you’re being pressured, controlled or even feel like you’re questioning yourself more than usual—it could be manipulation. “Manipulation is an emotionally...

By Cassie Shortsleeve 

Honesty Isn't Always the Best Policy in Relationships. Here's When Experts Say It Might Be Better to Lie

You were probably taught to never lie: Your parents likely preached the power of the truth. Your partner told you honesty matters most. But researchers say there is a lot we get wrong about deception,...

By Cassie Shortsleeve 

Are Pistachios Healthy? Here's What Experts Say

They're high in fat—but there's more to the story.

By Cassie Shortsleeve 

5 Science-Approved Ways to Break a Bad Habit

Having habits can often be a good thing. When you drive to work for example, you don’t need to wonder whether you should turn left or right; the route becomes habit. “We want the brain...

By Cassie Shortsleeve 

How to Make the Best First Impression, According to Experts

Everyone can make snap judgments, especially when meeting someone new. In less than one-tenth of a second of seeing someone for the first time, our brain processes information about the person's face—which leads to quick...

By Cassie Shortsleeve 

Is Guacamole Healthy? Here's What the Experts Say

Listen up, avocado lovers

By Cassie Shortsleeve 

How Sleep Affects Your Relationships, According to Science

In a properly functioning body, sleep helps the brain process your emotions and memories from the day. You wake up well-rested with enough mental space to both create and log new memories and work through...

By Cassie Shortsleeve 
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