Today's Edition

Lauren Mazzo

Lauren is a health, fitness, and wellness writer and editor with more than a decade of experience, including editorial roles at Shape, POPSUGAR, and Peloton. She holds a B.A. in Journalism from Ithaca College and a personal training certification through the American Council on Exercise (ACE), as well as specializations in fitness nutrition, behavior change, and functional training. She’s based in Brooklyn, where you can find her running through Prospect Park or heading to the airport to catch a flight.

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Are Eggs Good for Gut Health?

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