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Having good posture doesn't just mean sitting up straight
Does your back hurt after a long day at your desk? Do you wake up with a sore neck every morning? Muscle aches in your body could be a sign you need …
7 months, 4 weeks ago
How to get lower prices on prescription drugs
Prescription drug prices can be costly. What are you supposed to do if you can't afford medication? In this episode, Dan Weissmann, host of KUOW's po…
8 months ago
Do collagen supplements really work?
Collagen supplements have been widely promoted on social media, with claims that they'll strengthen hair and nails, lessen wrinkles and even ease joi…
8 months, 1 week ago
How to take a refreshing nap (without ending up more tired)
Naps can offer significant benefits, from emotional regulation to improving memory and athletic performance. But there are right and wrong ways to sn…
8 months, 2 weeks ago
How to support a loved one through cancer treatment
If you have a friend or family member diagnosed with cancer or another serious illness, all you want to do is help. But where do you start? What if y…
9 months ago
Why anxiety is a superpower
As bad as it feels, anxiety is essential, says psychotherapist Britt Frank, author of The Science of Stuck. It can be a helpful warning signal that s…
9 months, 2 weeks ago
What to do when your health insurance denies coverage
What happens when you get a medical bill for something your insurance should have covered? KFF Health News reporter Jackie Fortiér outlines who talk …
9 months, 3 weeks ago
Debunking sleep myths
There are a lot of misconceptions about sleep. Sleep scientist Rebecca Robbins and her colleagues looked into common myths about sleep to help everyo…
9 months, 3 weeks ago
A head to toe check in for the fall
It’s not just school kids that could use a back-to-school reset. Like those annual September doctor's check ups, this episode of Life Kit is here to …
10 months ago
Boost your mood in 15 minutes
Sometimes you're just feeling blah: maybe the weather's bad, you can't get out of bed and you're struggling to shake off that listlessness. In these …
10 months, 1 week ago