Articles by "Mary Arens"
Mary Arens, health enews contributor, is a senior content specialist at Advocate Health Care and Aurora Health Care. She has 20+ years of experience in communications plus a degree in microbiology. Outside of work, Mary makes healthy happen with hiking, yoga, gardening and walks with her dog, Chester.
This author has already written 82 Articles
Cortisol is essential in the right amounts, but elevated levels can cause certain health conditions.
Should you use soap? Clean before peeling? What if it’s already prewashed? Here’s what an expert recommends.
Grip strength may be a key factor in determining your biological age. Learn what other lifestyle modifications can help you “reverse” the clock.
Researchers just discovered the biological ‘why’ behind the age-old myth. It may have to do with your nose.
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