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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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The 3-Step Skincare Process Derms Are Recommending This Summer—and 3 Products to Halt Until Fall

Sun damage can continue for hours after you've come indoors. Dermatologists say this bare-bones summer skincare routine is one solid way to help prevent skin cancer and premature aging.

Nutritionists’ 8 Favorite Energy Bars for Travel

A few of the country's leading dietitians and metabolism and gut health specialists share their...

Why ‘Re-Entry Travel Anxiety’ Is Super Normal Right Now…Plus 5 Rules to Venture Out Again, from Psychologists

Don't let unexpected nerves keep you from getting away this summer. Experts explain why this...

7 Mindful Eating Hacks to Cure Indigestion, Bloating, and Gas

Experts share the most common ways we sabotage our digestive system, and mindful eating tips...

A Diabetes Specialist Just Shared the “Biggest Mistake” for Reducing Diabetes Risk

More than a third of Americans have prediabetes, according to the CDC—the good news, from experts, is...

9 Surprising Foods That Can Wreak Havoc on Your Blood Sugar

You might not think of these foods as being bad for your blood sugar—but here,...

The 7 Top Caffeine Eye Creams Skincare Experts Recommend

Skin clinicians share their favorite caffeine eye creams to brighten tired eyes and dark circles, plus...

Caffeine Eye Cream: This One “Major” Effect Makes It Totally Worth Trying, an Esthetician Says

Turns out, a dab of caffeine eye cream really can perk up your appearance. Here's...

Trapeze Classes Made Me the Fittest (and Happiest) I’ve Ever Been: I Tried It

The flying trapeze isn’t just for acrobats (or the Sex and the City gang). Learn how trapeze...

The Important Reason You Should Scrub Your Feet, Foot and Skin Doctors Say

With sandal season upon us, experts reveal why it’s a good idea to add foot exfoliation...

8 Vitamin C Serum Tricks Derms Say Will Give Your Skin the Greatest Results

Vitamin C serum is the product more people should be trying, some dermatologists say—but there...

Dermatology Pros Just Listed Their 6 Favorite Vitamin C Serums

Keep a healthy glow all year long with these expert-backed vitamin C serums—which one skin...

The Worst Pedicure Mistake Doctors Say You Can Make

Keep your toes in tip-top shape by following this expert-advised golden rule. Plus, shop our...

Here’s How Long the Best Nap Lasts, a Neuroscientist Says

Nappers, you're going to love this. Plus, here's how to recharge when you can’t get...

This Is the Healthiest Type of Fizzy Water, Say Doctors (and a Dentist)

Seltzer water, soda water, sparkling water, whatever you call it: is it healthy? Doctors reveal...

Here’s What ‘Ecotherapy’ Means (Plus Its Awesome Effects on Your Health), from Experts

What is ecotherapy, you ask? Psychology and gardening experts say it may explain one of...

Does the Supplement L-Glutamine Lower Blood Sugar? Dietitians Weigh In

L-glutamine is getting buzz for its purported role in stabilizing blood sugar. Is this true—and...
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How to Prevent Kidney Failure: A Kidney Doctor on a Condition Affecting 37 Million Americans

The CDC has suggested that 96 percent of people with early-stage kidney disease don't even...

Bananas for a Good Night’s Sleep? Research Has Found It’s the Perfect Nighttime Snack

You’ve tried soothing herbal teas, calming lavender scents, and strict no-screen time in an effort...

5 Ways Stress-Eating Impacts Your Gut Health, Mood, and More, Say Eating Psychology Specialists

Indulging in a massive comfort food session might feel like a relaxing outlet in the...

Types of Probiotics and How to Pick the Right One for Your Needs, according to Gut Health Research

Probiotics are a popular topic, but choosing the right one can be confusing. Here's what...

Culturelle Probiotic: Why It’s the Best, Say Many Shoppers and Nutrition Pros

Looking to try a probiotic? This product—beloved for its immunity benefits and gut-friendliness—earns an average...

Dietitians Just Shared 6 Tips to Help Your Gut Absorb Vitamin D

It's great that you're taking it—but are you absorbing it? Here's why vitamin D can...

6 Ways Heart Disease Is Different for Women, Cardiology Experts Say

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women—but it often doesn't...

The 16 Most Life-Changing Health & Wellness Books of 2022, Say Therapists and Readers

Transformation is exactly what we seek when we pick up a new book. These have...