Articles by "Kristen Johnson"

Kristen Johnson
Kristen Johnson

Kristen Johnson, health enews contributor, is a public affairs and marketing manager with Advocate Health Care and Aurora Health Care. She previously worked as a speechwriter and staffer on Capitol Hill. She enjoys running marathons, good coffee and exploring Chicago’s many neighborhoods.

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How a sip of self-care can alleviate holiday stress 
How a sip of self-care can alleviate holiday stress
Here are strategies you can try if your tank is running on empty.
Here’s what to look for in a decongestant 
Here’s what to look for in a decongestant
After a popular decongestant was found to be ineffective by the FDA, you may be looking for alternatives.
Could you benefit from a health coach? 
Could you benefit from a health coach?
You may get this confused with a personal trainer.
Which breast pump is right for you? 
Which breast pump is right for you?
From manual to electric, here’s what to consider before you buy.
Can you prevent cancer? 
Can you prevent cancer?
Owning your cancer risk may help you actively reduce it.
Are all calories created equal? 
Are all calories created equal?
Find out if where your calories come from matters as much as how many you eat.
Can you ever truly catch up on sleep? 
Can you ever truly catch up on sleep?
Erasing ‘sleep debt’ can take over a week. Learn how to improve your sleep so you can fuel your summer of fun.