Articles by "Mary Arens"

Mary Arens
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.

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Here’s how you can burn more calories walking 
Here’s how you can burn more calories walking
It’s catching on in the U.S. and gives your whole body a workout.
Can you prevent cellulite? 
Can you prevent cellulite?
And does it mean you are overweight?
This summertime staple is more than just water  Featured
This summertime staple is more than just water
The ripeness of a watermelon can affect the nutritional value.
Can stress make you sick? 
Can stress make you sick?
It may be prematurely aging your immune system.
Curb the itch. It may help you feel happier. 
Curb the itch. It may help you feel happier.
Find out how skin irritation can cause other health concerns if left untreated.
Surprising home remedies for heel pain 
Surprising home remedies for heel pain
A tennis ball may help reduce your pain.
Fermented foods could improve your gut health 
Fermented foods could improve your gut health
They may reduce your risk for certain health conditions, too.