Elemental
Your life, sourced by science
Alexandra Sifferlin
Senior Editor, Health and Science @ Medium. Email: alexandra@medium.com
Sarah Begley
Senior editor, books @ Medium.
Cari Nazeer
Senior editor, service and advice @ Medium
Siobhan O'Connor
VP, Editorial @Medium
Latest Posts
Can Unproven Health Rituals Help You Get Well?
Compelling research suggests it’s possible
The Dark Side of Fitness Tracking
When health-focused wearable devices spark obsession, anxiety, and shame
Do I Need a Fancy Toothbrush?
Research suggests a specific type of powered brush may be worth the expense
The Easier Way to Do Intermittent Fasting
Expert advice for making it to your next meal
Getting an IUD Doesn’t Have to Hurt Like Hell
My quest for a painless insertion
How to Find a Natural Deodorant That Works
It’s the holy grail of natural personal care products — and it’s hard to find
The Human Body Can Heal in Astonishing Ways
Even for energy healers, people’s sudden recoveries can be hard to explain
Strategies for Self-Care That Really Work
How to focus on activities that help your emotional well-being and cut out the ones that don’t
Why Strava’s CEO Doesn’t Work Evenings or Weekends
‘When I’m at work, I want to be fully focused on work. And when I’m home, I don’t let my work bleed over.’
Working Out Is Powerful Brain Training
Life is hard, and you’ll be better off if you practice doing hard things — like making your body purposefully uncomfortable
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