Today's Edition

Jake Dickson

Jake has been a personal trainer and coach for ten years. These days, Jake works to bring heady, scientific topics down to ground level — and explains how you can use the evidence to your advantage in and out of the gym.

Dermatologist examining skin tags on a patient's back with a magnifying glass

What Are Skin Tags — and Should You Worry About Them?

woman relaxing with a green fermented drink among plants, an editorial look at how to fix your gut health

How to Fix Your Gut Health, According to Science

a woman eating kimchi with chopsticks, representing fermented foods for gut health

8 Fermented Foods for Gut Health That Actually Do Something

a woman on a couch eating a burger and fries, examples of the worst foods for gut health

The 8 Worst Foods for Gut Health & What the Science Says

Low-calorie fruits like green apple enjoyed as part of a healthy lifestyle

The 12 Best Low-Calorie Fruits To Add To Your Diet

how to keep your brain sharp includes walking outdoors

The Science-Based Way to Set Goals You’ll Actually Stick With

Smiling woman stretching confidently in a gym class, reflecting the positive mindset shift that comes from learning how to be more optimistic.

How to Be More Optimistic (According to Science)

Two latte art coffees next to a berry-topped pancake, illustrating the coffee before or after breakfast question

Should You Drink Coffee Before or After Breakfast?

Person holding a mug that reads "See the Good," symbolizing an optimism and health mindset

This Is What Science Says About Optimism & Your Health

bowl of high-protein overnight oats with berries and nuts alongside coffee and fruit

High-Protein Overnight Oats: Get 30+ Grams Without the Guesswork

Woman enjoying a low calorie cheese and wine pairing with an assortment of cheese wedges on a table

Low-Calorie Cheese: The Best Options for Your Nutritional Budget

how to drink protein without powder includes drinking a protein milkshake with berries

5 Fun Ways To Drink Your Protein (No Powders Required)

Spoon pouring sugar into a mug, illustrating the question of is sugar toxic

Is Sugar Really Toxic? No, but You Should Probably Cut Back Anyway.

Woman eating a bowl of leafy greens and edamame, a high protein vegetables meal

11 High-Protein Vegetables, Ranked by Grams Per Serving

a woman resting on a bench after a workout, reflecting the patience needed for how long does it take to grow glutes

How Long Does It Take to Grow Glutes? Here’s the Science-Backed Timeline

A discarded banana peel on a teal background, the edible part most people skip when eating banana peels isn't the norm

Can You Eat Banana Peels? Yes. Should You? Well…

a woman performing an exercise with dumbbells as part of a workout routine

How Many Different Exercises Should You Do Per Workout?

woman does a dumbbell core workout using two green dumbbells

Dumbbell Core Workout: 6 Moves to Train Abs That Actually Work

the benefits of not drinking alcohol include better mood and sleep

Benefits of Not Drinking Alcohol: What You Haven’t Considered

a woman learns how to target glutes on leg press

How to Target Glutes on the Leg Press: What Actually Works

healthy foods on a table show what to eat after intermittent fasting

What to Eat After Intermittent Fasting

a man eating watermelon and wondering is watermelon low calorie

Is Watermelon Low Calorie?

a woman learns how vitamin b12 can help with muscle growth in the gym

Is Vitamin B12 the Muscle Nutrient You’ve Been Missing?