Rebecca Strong

About author

Rebecca Strong is a Boston-based freelance health, wellness, and lifestyle writer who has contributed to INSIDER, HuffPost, Bustle, Elite Daily, POPSUGAR, StyleCaster, and AskMen. She is also an alumna of Emerson College (BA) and The Boston Conservatory at Berklee (MFA), and a published singer-songwriter under the stage name BEX. Her main interests include wine, healthy eating, fitness, cooking, and mental health.

Articles by Rebecca Strong

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Habits to Avoid Like the World’s Oldest People

Dietitians say you’ll want to ditch these for a long and healthy life.

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6 Breakfast Habits to Slow Aging Skin

These simple strategies are sure to give you an enviable complexion.

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7 Best Breakfasts with Fruit to Shrink Belly Fat

Make these your go-to morning meals stat!

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Want a Lean Body For Good? Eat These 8 Foods

Each packed with special superpowers for building muscle and staving off hunger!

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Best Breakfast Habits to Lower Inflammation

These simple morning moves can ward off many chronic diseases.

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Drink This, Not That!

5 The Longest Living People Enjoy Daily

Swap sugary soda and juices for these antioxidant-packed beverages.

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Surprising Side Effects of Eating Grapes

This small fruit can do wonders for your health.

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Side Effects Apples Have On Your Immune System

It's shocking how one small apple can affect your body!

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5 Habits Causing Chaos on Your Blood Sugar

Get off the glucose rollercoaster by avoiding these big mistakes.

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Drink This, Not That!

6 Smoothie Habits to Help You Live Longer

Including these nutrient-dense ingredients in your daily blend could add years to your life.

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Side Effects Oatmeal Has On Your Immune System

That breakfast bowl really can do a lot for your body!

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Drink This, Not That!

What Happens When You Drink White Wine

Is it different than red, or the same? We asked the experts.

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6 Signs Your Eating Habits Are Unhealthy

From bleeding gums to constant fatigue, keep an eye out for these little-known red flags.

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The #1 Best Way to Cook to Slow Aging

All you need is one ingredient and a stove top.

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Best Carbs Eaten by the Longest Living People

From root vegetables and whole grains to beans and legumes.

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The #1 Best Breakfast Habit to Slow Aging

Hint: This popular morning staple is probably already in your pantry.

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The #1 Best Supplement for Joint Pain

This particular fatty acid source can prevent the inflammation that causes it.

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Drink This, Not That!

The Best Smoothie Ingredients to Slow Aging

All you need are six ingredients to keep you looking—and feeling—younger.

6 Best Drinking Habits for a Longer Life, Say Dietitians

Drink This, Not That!

6 Best Drinking Habits for a Longer Life

These simple measures could add years to your lifespan.

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Drink This, Not That!

Drinking Habits to Help You Shrink Abdominal Fat

These smart strategies will have you feeling slimmer in no time.

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The Best Breakfast in Every State

We were able to determine exactly where you can get the best breakfast in every state, thanks to our friends at Yelp.

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Surefire Ways to Protect Your Gut

Here’s the final word on what to eat—and what not to eat—for a healthy microbiome.

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The Best Grilled Cheese in Every State

Curious if your hometown snagged the top spot? We asked our friends at Yelp to find the cheesiest sandwiches out there.

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The #1 Best Dinner for Flat Belly

Beat the bloat with this super flavorful protein-packed salad.

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Drinking Habits Shortening Your Life, Says Mayo Clinic

It may be time to start cutting back.

What Happens to Your Body When You Drink Champagne

What Happens When You Drink Champagne

That glass of bubbly does a lot more than you think.

The 21 Best Weight Loss Tips of 2021, According to Experts

The 21 Best Weight Loss Tips of 2021

Dietitians recommend trying these game-changing strategies going into 2022.

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Surefire Ways to Lose Weight For Good, Say RDs

These realistic, sustainable habits promise long-term success.

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Breakfast Habits to Avoid to Lose Visceral Fat

Shed extra belly weight and improve your overall health by skipping these mistakes.

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The #1 Best Holiday Food to Eat for a Flat Belly

This Thanksgiving staple will keep you satiated without derailing your diet.

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