You’ve seen choking scenes performed to dramatic effect in practically every sitcom. But the reality is no joke. According to a report by the National Safety Council, choking is the fourth most common cause of “unintentional injury death” in the United States; statistics show it killed nearly 4,900 people in 2013. The number of deaths would be even… Read More »
Before you share a meme, remember that there’s an actual person in that photo. That’s the message motivational speaker Lizzie Velasquez shared on Instagram after discovering that she unwillingly became the face of a body shaming meme. “I’ve seen a ton of memes like this all over @facebook recently. I’m writing this post not as someone who is a… Read More »
Eat better, join a gym, drink more water, get eight hours of sleep every night…many of the most popular New Year’s resolutions are focused on living a healthier, more balanced life. But what do those people who are already extremely healthy (in fact, it’s their job to be) want to improve upon? We polled 20 wellness influencers, from… Read More »