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Leslie Finlay

In addition to The Healthy, Leslie has written for outlets such as WebMd.com, Fodors.com, LiveFit.com, and more, specializing in content related to healthcare, nutrition, mental health and wellness, and environmental conservation and sustainability. She holds a master's degree in Public Policy focused on the intersection between public health and environmental conservation, and an undergraduate degree in journalism. Leslie is based in Thailand, where she is a marine conservation and scuba diving instructor. In her spare time you'll find her up in the air on the flying trapeze or underwater, diving coral reefs.
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9 Genius Homemade Face Mask Ingredients for “Winter Skin Syndrome”

Keep a healthy glow even in the gray months with these doctor-approved, everyday ingredients that are genius for whipping up homemade face masks for winter.

What Is Vaginal Atrophy? Women’s Doctors Explain

Vaginal atrophy is a condition we might not discuss—but it's "incredibly common and underreported," says...

The Happiness Diet: 7 Best Mood-Boosting Foods, from Nutrition and Brain Experts

Munch your way to a brighter day with the foods science increasingly suggests can make...

7 Secret Ways Doctors Boost Their Immune Systems

Doctors swear by these daily habits to give your immune system a boost and help prevent what...

The 5 Best Standing Desks to Keep You from Sitting All Day Long

Stand your way to better health in 2023 with the best standing desks on the...

Are Expensive Supplements Better? 6 Most Affordable—and Effective—Probiotics, Supplements & Vitamins You Can Buy

Doctors and dietitians reveal the products they purchase for the biggest nutritional bang for their...

Why Does Money Cause Anxiety? 5 Finance Habits to Transform Your Peace of Mind

No matter your financial situation, money and mental health are closely connected. Experts explain why...

8 Ways to Save on Your Health Care

Medical costs keep rising in the US. Here's how experts say you can save money...

8 Common Workout Mistakes You Might Be Making

Fitness pros who work with lots of clients say these common workout mistakes can be...

Why You Should Go Out When You Want to Stay In (Again), According to a Psychiatrist

Feeling "enh" about those plans? Canceling may be the right move—but first, hear what mental...

6 Agoraphobia Management Techniques We Can All Take from This Winter

Some psychologists say you can get too comfy in your comfort zone before it turns...

Polio Recently Turned Up Again—Here’s How a Leading Infectious Disease Doctor Says You Can Help Prevent It

Top infectious disease doctors explain why a disease the United States stamped out in the...

Agoraphobia Symptoms: Psychologists List the 5 Main Signs

Agoraphobia symptoms can include way more than the "homebody" stereotype. Here's how to know if...

7 Essentials Fellow Shoppers Say You Need For a Cozy Mental Health Night at Home

There's no award for having the busiest social calendar. Soothe your mental health with time to restore...

What Is Agoraphobia? Three Psychologists Explain Why It’s Suddenly So Common

Some therapists say the pandemic led to an increase in this specific type of anxiety. Here...

5 Science-Backed Reasons Volunteering Is Actually a Powerful Way to Feel Healthier

Talk about feel-good vibes: recent research suggests kindness actually improves your health, fights depression (including in...

Hormonal vs. Nonhormonal IUD for Birth Control: Which Should You Get?

Sources say interest in the IUD as a birth control method is greater than ever....
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‘What’s the Best Birth Control for Me?’ The 7 Methods OB/GYNs Currently Want You to Know About

Which birth control method is best for you? Here's a comprehensive list of options available—from...

4 Rules for Exercise at Every Phase of Your Monthly Cycle, According to a Personal Trainer

Working out during your period—skip it, or grind through? Some fitness professionals are rethinking the best...

7 Sustainable Period Products Totally Worth Trying, from Women’s Health Specialists

Today it's easy to make your cycle (and wallet) greener with period products that promote...

14 Health Effects of Mold in Your Home, from an Air Quality Scientist

Can mold in those sometimes-damp areas of your home make you sick? An expert in mold...

3 Major Toxins Have Been Found in Popular Clothing Brands—Here’s What to Know

Fast fashion may go easy on your wallet...but is it secretly tough on your health?...

The ‘Sunday Scaries’ Are Way Milder for People Who Live Here

One survey even honed in on the exact time on Sunday when many Americans start...

Next Time You Feel the Sunday Scaries, Psychologists Say These 7 Products Could Help You Deal

Stop losing your Sunday to pre-work-week anxiety. Therapists share their favorite wellness products to help...

How to Overcome the ‘Sunday Scaries,’ According to a Therapist

Feel like you're missing out on half your weekend dreading Monday's arrival? Experts share how...