Life Kit: Health

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Having trouble sleeping? To get back on track, avoid these 5 mistakes

1:23pm November 07, 2024

When people can't sleep, they tend to take extreme measures to correct the issue. But that only makes sleep problems worse, say experts. Here are 5 bad habits to avoid when recovering from poor sleep.

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Health & Safety

You asked, we answered: Questions you might be too shy to ask your gynecologist

11:34am May 21, 2024

Painful periods, low libido, pap smear anxiety — when it comes to talking to your gynecologist, no question should be off the table, says Dr. Rachel Bervell. She answers questions from our audience.

Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs embraces Taylor Swift after defeating the San Francisco 49ers during this year's Super Bowl in Las Vegas. Swift, who flew in from Tokyo to attend the game, jokingly told him, "jet lag is a choice."

Taylor Swift joked that 'jet lag is a choice.' A sleep expert has thoughts about that

9:02am May 16, 2024

by Regina G. Barber

Plus, six tips on how to stay alert and minimize sluggishness when traveling rapidly across multiple time zones.

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9 energizing ideas that can put a spring in your step

12:03pm March 13, 2024

by Life Kit

Boost confidence, joy and add movement to your life with these creative and science-backed actions.

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Health & Safety

Wrestling with my husband's fear of getting COVID again

2:04pm March 11, 2024

by Malaka Gharib

My husband is high risk and still takes COVID precautions. I want our old life back.

Dear Life Kit: How do I get out of my pandemic rut? Michelle Obama weighs in

5:08pm November 21, 2022

by Andee Tagle

The former first lady responds to an NPR listener who says that COVID has left them feeling lost and isolated. Her suggestion? 'Take a risk' and 'put yourself out there.'

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Stop hurting your own feelings: Tips on quashing negative self-talk

4:02pm November 04, 2022

by Andee Tagle

Can't stop thinking mean thoughts about yourself? Researchers and psychologists share how to break the cycle.

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Health & Safety

Picking a good health insurance plan can be confusing. Here's what to keep in mind

1:14pm October 07, 2022

by Andee Tagle

This guide from Life Kit includes podcast episodes on how to select the right health care plan, a glossary of common insurance jargon and why you should give your summary of benefits a close read.

Illustration of a Latinx young adult hugging their parents after having a conversation about mental health.

Health & Safety

4 consejos para hablar con tus padres Latinx sobre la salud mental

11:33am February 04, 2022

La vergüenza y el estigma juegan un papel muy importante a la hora de disuadir a las personas de la comunidad Latinx de buscar atención de salud mental y hablar de ello con sus familias.

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22 tips for 2022: You don't need an intense workout. Small moves make a difference

6:00am January 21, 2022

by Maria Godoy

Making exercise a daily habit can feel daunting if it feels like it counts only when you go all in. Instead, remember that every small movement counts.

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