Markham Heid

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You Asked: Is It Good or Bad to Take a Nap?

Snooze, or skip it?

By Markham Heid

You Asked: Do Brain Games Really Improve Memory?

Unhand the crossword: it's not your golden ticket to a lifetime of quick wit and perfect recall

By Markham Heid

You Asked: Should I Eat Before or After a Workout?

Experts answer the great exercise question of our time

By Markham Heid

You Asked: Why Do Mosquitoes Always Bite Me?

You’re covered with itchy red welts while your friends seem blissfully unbitten. What’s the deal with that?

By Markham Heid

You Asked: Can Computers Really Ruin My Eyes?

You spend most of the day staring at a computer, and your tablet or smartphone lull you to sleep at night. What does all that digital screen time do to your eyes?

By Markham Heid

What's the Ideal Bedtime?

There is a time range you should shoot for if you’re questing for a perfect night’s sleep.

By Markham Heid

Coffee: Is It Bad For You?

For years, your morning joe got a bad rap from health experts. But newer research suggests coffee may actually be good for you—if you follow the rules

By Markham Heid

You Asked: Can Water Go Bad?

Does drinking old water make you sick?

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You Asked: Why Are People So Addicted to Brutal Workouts?

Psychologists explain the appeal of extreme health behaviors

By Markham Heid

You Asked: Is Sunscreen Safe — and Do I Really Need It Daily?

Tons of you Google it. Our experts have the answer

By Markham Heid

You Asked: Will Eating Before Bed Make Me Fat?

You’ve been told eating before bed is a no-no. But a little pre-slumber snack can help you sleep more soundly without packing on pounds—if you reach for the right foods.

By Markham Heid

Spacing Out Kids' Vaccines Can Hurt Their Health, Experts Say

All those shriek-inducing pokes may seem excessive but the rewards of following national vaccination guidelines far outweigh the risks, experts say

By Markham Heid

You Asked: Are All Calories Created Equal?

Plain sweet potatoes or pumpkin pie, turkey or Tofurkey, a calorie is still a calorie. At least, that’s what dieters have been told for the past half-century. Now, experts don't agree

By Markham Heid

You Asked: Is Hot Yoga Good For You—And For Weight Loss?

Devoted hot yogis swear by the activity’s many benefits. Others roll their eyes and wonder: Is it even safe to work out at 104 degrees? Here's what the experts say

A Chemical In Coffee, Fries, and Baby Food Linked to Cancer, Report Says

The research isn’t conclusive. But lab evidence suggests a type of chemical found in starchy foods cooked at high temperatures—as well as coffee and some baby foods—could promote the growth of cancer cells

By Markham Heid

You Asked: Is Biting Your Nails Dangerous — or Just Gross?

Social stigma aside, experts say gnawing on your nails could lead to some scary health issues

By Markham Heid

You Asked: Is the 5-Second Rule Legit?

When food hits the floor, some say you have 5 seconds to retrieve it before filth hitches a ride. Here’s what germ experts have to say about that

By Markham Heid

Some Frying Oils Might Not Be Unhealthy

Eating fried foods could raise your risk for several life-threatening diseases. But not all frying oils may pose the same health risks

By Markham Heid

Don't Drink the Maple Water: Which Health Drinks Are Actually Healthy

The popularity—and price point—of beverages touting miracle health benefits is exploding, but science doesn’t always back up the hype

By Markham Heid

Oregano Can Satisfy Your "Salt Tooth"

Adding the herb to food samples coaxed salt lovers toward lower-sodium offerings, research shows

By Markham Heid
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