Heidi Borst
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Heidi Borst is a freelance parenting, relationship, health, and wellness writer based in Wilmington, NC, with a Journalism degree from Rutgers University. Her work has appeared on MSN, Yahoo, The Mighty, Scary Mommy, Parent Map, New Jersey Family and more. Heidi is a proud introvert, coffee enthusiast, fitness junkie, and boy mom.
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Articles
Wellness
The best diet for stress
Certain foods can calm your stomach, while others make an anxious stomach worse
Apr. 19, 2024
Health Education
Can allergies make you cough?
Allergens can trigger an inflammatory response in your airways, increase mucus production, and exacerbate asthma
Apr. 12, 2024
Drug Info
How long Tylenol lasts
This pain and fever relief medication works for four to six hours
Apr. 5, 2024
Health Education
Exercise for period cramps
A workout can help to relax period pains—especially cardio, stretching, yoga, and strength training
Apr. 4, 2024
Drug Info
The sleep-testosterone link
Low testosterone levels can make you feel tired, and sleep affects your hormone levels
Mar. 26, 2024
Health Education
How long does a UTI last?
Most uncomplicated UTIs last three to five days with antibiotic treatment
Mar. 19, 2024
Wellness
When to take CoQ10
The ideal time of day to take this OTC supplement varies
Mar. 11, 2024
Drug Info
How fast does Mounjaro work?
Here is when you can expect to see results from the GLP-1 medication
Feb. 14, 2024
Health Education
Asthma pills 101
Oral medications can help control your symptoms alone or in combination with an inhaler
Feb. 9, 2024
Health Education
Signs of anxiety and depression
The two mental health conditions often occur simultaneously and have overlapping symptoms
Feb. 6, 2024
Wellness
12 papaya benefits
This tropical fruit can protect against heart disease, improve immunity, and more
Jan. 31, 2024