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The esthetician behind Beyoncé and Hailey Bieber's Met Gala glow just spilled her secretsWellness

The esthetician behind Beyoncé and Hailey Bieber's Met Gala glow just spilled her secrets

The esthetician behind some of the most talked-about skin at this year's Met Gala - including Beyoncé and Hailey Bieber - has skincare tips that actually translate to real life. Here's what you need to know.

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The case for switching to potassium salt (yes, even though it tastes a little off)Wellness

The case for switching to potassium salt (yes, even though it tastes a little off)

Potassium salt has a slightly unusual taste, but the health case for using it goes beyond just reducing sodium - potassium itself is something most of us genuinely need more of.

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Why electrolyte powders are finally worth the hype - and which ones actually taste goodWellness

Why electrolyte powders are finally worth the hype - and which ones actually taste good

Electrolyte powders have come a long way from chalky sports drinks. Here's why they actually work - and what to look for when choosing one.

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Why not knowing might be the most useful skill you can developWellness

Why not knowing might be the most useful skill you can develop

Journalist Simone Stolzoff's new book argues that learning to persist through uncertainty - rather than escape it - might be one of the most valuable skills we can build.

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Garmin vs Strava race predictions: which one actually gets your finish time right?Wellness

Garmin vs Strava race predictions: which one actually gets your finish time right?

Garmin tends to predict race times that are a little too rosy, while Strava plays it safe and conservative. Here's why knowing the difference actually matters for your pacing strategy.

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Is burnout actually everywhere, or have we just learned to call everything burnout?Wellness

Is burnout actually everywhere, or have we just learned to call everything burnout?

Burnout is real and serious - but a new essay argues that using the word for everything from hard weeks to genuine collapse may be making the actual problem harder to identify and treat.

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Why young people are stripping down and embracing naturismWellness

Why young people are stripping down and embracing naturism

A writer's accidental visit to a naturist resort raised a surprisingly serious question: could embracing nudity in community be the antidote to our modern body image crisis?

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How to actually get useful health answers from AI chatbotsWellness

How to actually get useful health answers from AI chatbots

AI chatbots can be surprisingly helpful for health questions - but how you ask matters just as much as what you ask. Here are four habits that lead to better, more reliable answers.

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Zone 2 cardio is everywhere right now - but nobody agrees on what it actually meansWellness

Zone 2 cardio is everywhere right now - but nobody agrees on what it actually means

Zone 2 cardio is one of the biggest fitness trends around, but your smartwatch and your fitness app probably can't agree on what it actually means - and there's a good reason for that.

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The best workouts for back pain, according to expertsWellness

The best workouts for back pain, according to experts

Back pain is often a muscle weakness problem, not just a back problem. Experts say targeting the right areas - core, glutes, and hips - can ease discomfort and prevent it from coming back.

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Why overthinking is quietly sabotaging your leadership (and how to stop it)Wellness

Why overthinking is quietly sabotaging your leadership (and how to stop it)

Overthinking isn't just exhausting - for leaders, it actively harms team dynamics and decision-making. Here's why rumination is so dangerous, and how to break the cycle.

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Why the sauna belongs after your workout, not beforeWellness

Why the sauna belongs after your workout, not before

Timing your sauna session around your workout matters more than you'd think. Experts say post-workout is where the real benefits kick in - here's why.

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Over 3 million eye drop bottles recalled - here's what you need to knowWellness

Over 3 million eye drop bottles recalled - here's what you need to know

K.C. Pharmaceuticals has recalled over 3.1 million lubricating eye drop bottles after failing to properly test for sterility. Here's why that matters and what to do if you have one at home.

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How to lose weight quickly - without wrecking your bodyWellness

How to lose weight quickly - without wrecking your body

Crash diets might promise speed, but experts say there's a smarter way to hit your weight goals - one that won't leave you burned out or back at square one.

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No mow may: is skipping the lawnmower actually good for your yard?Wellness

No mow may: is skipping the lawnmower actually good for your yard?

No Mow May has good intentions, but lawn and pollinator experts suggest the all-or-nothing approach may not be the best strategy for your yard or local wildlife.

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Why your grocery bill keeps climbing - and it's not just gas pricesWellness

Why your grocery bill keeps climbing - and it's not just gas prices

Grocery prices hit their highest year-over-year inflation rate since August 2023 in April, and while gas prices are part of the reason, the full picture is more complicated.

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Choosing your baby's genes is now a real option - but should you?Wellness

Choosing your baby's genes is now a real option - but should you?

IVF startups like Orchid and Nucleus are letting parents select embryos using genome sequencing. The technology is here - now comes the ethical reckoning.

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The best sunscreens you can actually trust, according to rigorous real-world testingWellness

The best sunscreens you can actually trust, according to rigorous real-world testing

WIRED tested 36 sunscreens across hikes, ski slopes, and beach days to find the 11 best options worth buying. Here's what their real-world results mean for your SPF routine.

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Spotify just added Peloton workout videos - and free users get access tooWellness

Spotify just added Peloton workout videos - and free users get access too

Spotify has added Peloton workout videos to its platform, with some content available even to free tier users - a notable expansion for the streaming giant beyond music and podcasts.

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