April Fulton

April Fulton is a former editor with NPR's Science Desk and a contributor to The Salt, NPR's Food Blog.

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Cutting out alcohol for Dry January? These apps can help

April Fulton

If you've resolved to quit drinking for the month, a little technological assistance may be the key to sticking to your goal.
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Here's why you should make a habit of having more fun

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Happiness can sometimes feel just out of reach. But having more fun? You've got this — and those giggles and playful moments can make a big difference to your health and well-being.
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Daily meditation may work as well as a popular drug to calm anxiety, study finds

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Researchers compared a practice of daily mindfulness meditation to taking Lexapro to control anxiety symptoms. The meditators got equivalent relief, without the side effects.
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Virtual workouts spiked during the pandemic — and the trend is sticking around

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During lockdown, gyms were out of the question. But some people felt more comfortable exercising at home, and companies hope to keep attracting new users by making VR apps more addictive and fun.
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5 ways to bounce back better from a sports injury

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If you are used to regular exercise and conditioning, the sudden shock of immobility or pain is both frustrating and depressing. Here are some things you can do to make your recovery easier.
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6 ways to deal with anxiety and uncertainty this winter

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It's clear the next couple of months won't be the "life as usual" we all hoped for. Here are ways to reframe, breathe deep and manage the stress of yet another COVID surge.
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When Your Fad Diet Fails, And It Probably Will, 'Just Eat'

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Diets often fail in the long term because they're too strict or require unnatural eating habits. In a new book, Barry Estabrook turns to science and history to find a weight-loss regimen that works.