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Emily Shiffer

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Hi! I'm Emily Shiffer. I am a freelance writer living in Pennsylvania. I am a former online staffer at Men's Health and Prevention magazines. I currently contribute content to Women's Health, Runner's World, SHAPE, Health, Reader's Digest, Eat This, Not That!, Parents and more. I love learning about the latest trends in wellness and talking to health experts about them. Follow me on Instagram at @emilyjshiffer

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Latest Posts From Emily

Are All Decongestants a Scam? Here's What the New FDA Ruling Means

09/14/2023

Are All Decongestants a Scam? Here's What the New FDA Ruling Means

Cold and flu season is right around the corner, and fall is one of the worst seasons for allergies — meaning this time of year, it's common to be dealing with a stuffy nose.

If You Feel Like Crap After Taking a Nap, Sleep Inertia Could Be to Blame

03/22/2023

If You Feel Like Crap After Taking a Nap, Sleep Inertia Could Be to Blame

Many people consider naps glorious.

A Dermatologist Explains Why You Can't Stop Sweating After a Shower (and How to Prevent It)

07/28/2021

A Dermatologist Explains Why You Can't Stop Sweating After a Shower (and How to Prevent It)

Ever get out of the shower, only to end up dripping sweat?

Yes, You Can Lose Weight Walking as Little as 30 Minutes a Day — but There's a Catch

07/26/2021

Yes, You Can Lose Weight Walking as Little as 30 Minutes a Day — but There's a Catch

If you're on a mission to lose weight but don't have the time or energy for a more intense workout, walking is a great place to start.

Jacob Elordi Is Still Fairly New to Hollywood, but He's Already Been Linked to Some Big Names

09/11/2020

Jacob Elordi Is Still Fairly New to Hollywood, but He's Already Been Linked to Some Big Names

Jacob Elordi has gained quite the following thanks to his roles in The Kissing Booth and Euphoria, and because of that, people have developed even more interest in his love life.

This Sleep Doctor Has Very Bad News For Those Who Constantly Slam the Snooze Button

04/27/2020

This Sleep Doctor Has Very Bad News For Those Who Constantly Slam the Snooze Button

Some days it can feel near impossible to get out of bed.

Yes, You Can Still Work Out Outside, Even If You Have Allergies — Here's How to Do It

03/02/2020

Yes, You Can Still Work Out Outside, Even If You Have Allergies — Here's How to Do It

If you prefer to exercise outdoors, but you're worried that it will only make your seasonal allergies worse, your fears aren't totally unfounded.

Can Spring Allergies Really Trigger a Cough, or Is It a Cold? Here's How to Know For Sure

03/02/2020

Can Spring Allergies Really Trigger a Cough, or Is It a Cold? Here's How to Know For Sure

If you struggle with seasonal allergies — and the portion of the population that does is only growing — you probably dread the start of Spring.

You Might Have Allergy Symptoms For the First Time Ever This Spring — Here's Why

03/02/2020

You Might Have Allergy Symptoms For the First Time Ever This Spring — Here's Why

After months of bare trees and snow, Spring is a welcome change — but with gorgeous blooms come the itchy, watery, stuffy symptoms of seasonal allergies.

We Asked a Sleep Doctor How to Fall Asleep Faster, and His Solution Made Us Feel Blessed

03/02/2020

We Asked a Sleep Doctor How to Fall Asleep Faster, and His Solution Made Us Feel Blessed

Drifting off to sleep can be super hard some nights, but what if we told you that getting a bite to eat could help you fall asleep faster?

Want to Reap the Healthy Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet? You Might Try Going Pescatarian

02/27/2020

Want to Reap the Healthy Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet? You Might Try Going Pescatarian

Plant-based diets have grown in popularity in recent years, with vegan burgers popping up on restaurant menus and a new plant-based milk arriving in grocery stores seemingly every week.

Feel Like You're Coming Down With Something? It Could Just Be Your Period (Seriously)

02/04/2020

Feel Like You're Coming Down With Something? It Could Just Be Your Period (Seriously)

Between the fatigue, bloating, and cramps, that time of the month is already unpleasant.