Heidi Borst

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Heidi Borst is a freelance journalist, healthcare content writer and certified nutrition coach with a love of all things health and wellness. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, National Geographic, Good Housekeeping, MSN, Yahoo and more. Based in Wilmington, North Carolina, Borst is a lifelong runner and general fitness enthusiast who is passionate about the physical and mental benefits of sleep and self-care.

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  • How Much Does Invisalign Cost?

    If you’re on the quest for a straighter smile, you might consider the orthodontic appliance, Invisalign. A series of clear aligners, Invisalign is a popular alternative to traditional braces. With an average cost of $3,000 to $5,000, you may be...

  • What Is Invisalign?

    When it comes to making a lasting first impression, your smile is important. In a survey conducted by Kelton Global for the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, 48% of adult respondents said a person’s smile is their most memorable feature...

  • Plenity Review

    If you’re trying to lose weight, you’ve probably heard over and over again that eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly play key roles in helping you achieve your goal. And research shows maintaining an optimal weight is an important...

  • Modern Fertility Review

    When trying to conceive, certain lifestyle changes can increase your odds of success. According to research, exercising, eating a healthy diet, cutting out alcohol, quitting smoking, reducing caffeine intake and lowering stress all play a positive role in your fertility....

  • Your Guide To The 5 Stages Of Grief

    If you’ve ever lost a loved one or gone through another dark time, you may be closely acquainted with grief. Loss can hit our emotions hard, and in unforeseen ways—you may expect to feel sadness, but other emotions like anger...

  • cbdMD Gummies Review

    Cannabidiol (CBD) products are in popular demand, and come in the forms of tinctures, oils, capsules, topicals, vapes and gummies. CBD products are touted to benefit a wide array of ailments, including helping to reduce stress, promote sleep and enhance...

  • Varicose Veins: Causes And Treatments

    If you have noticeable blue veins on your legs that cause you discomfort, it’s possible you have a vascular condition known as varicose veins. According to research, around 24% of U.S. adults have the condition, which can cause aching, tenderness,...

  • How To Choose A Sleep Specialist

    If you struggle to fall asleep at night, you’re not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a third of U.S. adults say they typically don’t get enough sleep. Unfortunately, this lack of shut-eye is correlated...

  • Nutrafol Review: Does This Popular Hair Loss Supplement Work?

    Hair loss is a common condition, and causes can include stress, genetics, a low-protein diet, certain medical conditions or medications and aging. According to research, up to 80% of men and 50% of women will experience some form of hair...

  • 10 Expert-Backed Tips To Quit Smoking Cigarettes

    Smoking is the leading cause of preventable death worldwide. If you smoke cigarettes you probably know that quitting has tremendous health benefits. But even even if you’re motivated to stop, strong cravings for nicotine, a highly addictive component of tobacco...

  • The Best Matcha Powder Of 2022, According To Experts

    Japanese matcha is a finely powdered green tea made from specially grown and processed leaves of the camellia sinensis plant. High in antioxidants, the colorful beverage boasts powerful health-promoting properties, including increased memory and cognition, reduced stress and inflammation and...

  • What Is Pink Cloud?

    Perhaps you’re in the early stages of navigating an alcohol use disorder recovery program, or you’ve decided to get sober on your own. Either way, there’s a good chance you might experience a phenomenon called pink cloud syndrome, a “high...

  • Piaget’s Stages Of Cognitive Development

    Twentieth century psychologist Jean Piaget was a trailblazer in the understanding of children’s cognitive development. Unlike his predecessors, he believed children process information differently than adults and that intelligence is not inherent but acquired, adapting and expanding as children investigate...

  • 16 Foods To Eat To Lose Weight

    If you’re trying to lose weight, you may be tempted to cut calories, but eating too little can put your health at risk. In fact, research shows a diet of less than 1,000 calories a day generally fails to provide...

  • What Is The Keto Flu?

    If you’re embarking on a new weight loss journey, you may be considering the ever-popular ketogenic diet, also known as the keto diet—a high-fat, very-low-carbohydrate diet that can result in rapid weight loss, according to research. People following the keto...

  • Best Invisible Braces And Teeth Aligners Of 2022

    If you’re on the quest for a straighter smile, metal and wire braces are no longer your only option. Widely available at dentist’s offices, teeth aligners give you multiple at-home treatment options as well. In addition to being discreet, many...

  • How To Gain Weight

    The health dangers of obesity are well known, but being underweight can compromise your health, too. Although less than 2% of U.S. adults over age 20 are underweight, having a body mass index (a metric used to gauge your body...

  • Your Guide To Body Fat Percentage

    Body fat is an important factor in overall wellness, and too much can be problematic. In fact, high levels of body fat, or obesity, raises your risk of developing many of the common chronic health conditions linked to premature, preventable...

  • How To Practice Mindfulness On The Go

    When you live your life constantly on the move, feelings of burnout typically aren’t too far away. And it’s no surprise—topping off busy modern life with  travel and the uprooting of your daily routines can make it even tougher to...
How Much Does Invisalign Cost? What Is Invisalign?
Plenity Review Modern Fertility Review Your Guide To The 5 Stages Of Grief
cbdMD Gummies Review Varicose Veins: Causes And Treatments
How To Choose A Sleep Specialist Nutrafol Review: Does This Popular Hair Loss Supplement Work?
10 Expert-Backed Tips To Quit Smoking Cigarettes The Best Matcha Powder Of 2022, According To Experts
What Is Pink Cloud?
Piaget’s Stages Of Cognitive Development 16 Foods To Eat To Lose Weight What Is The Keto Flu? Best Invisible Braces And Teeth Aligners Of 2022
How To Gain Weight Your Guide To Body Fat Percentage
How To Practice Mindfulness On The Go

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