Lauren King

It’s scary to think that sleep issues, something we really don’t have much control over, can bring about such serious consequences.

Working out has never been easier. With the Internet, you don't even have to leave the comfort of your home to exercise.

Years ago, I experienced the longest car ride of my life. My family and I had been in the car for many hours, coming back from a vacation in Florida…

The idea of a cold, tasty ice cream cone on a hot summer day is one that I find tantalizing. While popsicles and frozen yogurt are certainly popular treats…

Hot Yoga, or Bikram Yoga, can help you get through the hot and muggy weather.

Despite the fact that smoking is a dangerous habit to pick up, many people choose to do it. For some people, it might just be something they want to try out and…

When I think of the word exercise, I usually think of jogging or going to the gym, two activities that just don't seem to spark my interest because they feel…

Now that it's June, it's officially graduation party season. Which means family time, gifts and, of course, tasty food. I remember going to tons of graduation…

Being a student at the University of Michigan, I have an inherent affinity for Ann Arbor. The scenery is beautiful, the squirrels are friendly and there always…

It's almost summer, which means everyone is looking to spend more time outside. Some people think that spending all day in the office prevents them from being…

Concern over flesh-eating bacterium is not something new — remember MRSA? But in 2012, its hype seems to have receded. Prior to a couple weeks ago…

Rather than a box of chocolates for a Mother's Day gift, why not try one of these healthier presents?

After living in Ann Arbor during my freshman year of college, I realized that students living on college campuses seem to fall into unhealthy routines.

Moving into a dorm is an exciting time for college students. For many, it's the first time being away from home, living among others with whom you have many…

Editor's note: Michigan's beer economy is growing! A more up-to-date version of this post has been published: Many people who are 21 and older like to indulge…

After having worked in the corporate world for some time now, I've come to the realization that we are our most productive selves during the first half of the…

When I see foods that look strange or unappealing, I always make sure not to purchase them. It's hard for me to get excited about buying foods that look like…

I hear people talking all the time about how they don't have a lot of extra time to set aside for exercising, so they just don't exercise at all. It seems to me…

Looking for a fun way to prepare your kids for school? Check out what the DIA has to offer.

Summer is a time for relaxation, when the air is light and people are carefree. But don't forget about the value of a good book! Next time you're lying out on…

Dreaming of being able to touch your toes? Follow these quick tips to achieve flexibility!

For the dedicated energy drinker, consuming highly caffeinated beverages is more than just "drinking" — it's a way of life. The college student studying late at…

High blood pressure is generally thought to affect older people, not young Americans between the ages of 24 and 32. But a new study finds that 1 in 5 Americans…

Malnutrition refers to a condition in which the body is chronically deficient in the nutrients that are essential for proper health and development.