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Kaitlyn Phoenix

Deputy Health Editor

Kaitlyn Phoenix is a deputy editor in the Hearst Health Newsroom, where she reports, writes and edits research-backed health content for Good Housekeeping, Prevention and Woman's Day. She has more than 10 years of experience talking to top medical professionals and poring over studies to figure out the science of how our bodies work. Beyond that, Kaitlyn turns what she learns into engaging and easy-to-read stories about medical conditions, nutrition, exercise, sleep and mental health. She also holds a B.S. in magazine journalism from Syracuse University.

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Everyone's "Sleepmaxxing" — Here's Why Experts Say You Shouldn't

The trend, which employ lots of sleep tactics all at once, could do more harm than good.

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The Dangerous Reason Why You Shouldn't Lean Your Head Back During a Nosebleed

Tipping your head back could cause even more problems.

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8 Surprising Signs of Inflammation You Should Never Ignore

These symptoms could be red flags letting you know there's something wrong.

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A Sleep Expert Warns Against "Unhealthy" Polyphasic Sleep Trend

You may end up with more hours in the day to do other things, but this sleep schedule isn't worth the health costs.

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Why It Might Be Time to Add Dandelion Tea to Your Diet

Filled with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, it has so many health benefits.

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The 20 Best Low-Calorie Beers, According to Beer Experts

You don't need extra carbs (or even alcohol for that matter) to have a great craft brew.

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7 Best Glucose Monitors, According to Endocrinologists

Read this before you purchase a glucometer to test your blood sugar at home.

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4 Health Benefits of Inositol, According to Science

Bonus: Research indicates this supplement is unlikely to produce severe side effects.

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5 Signs of Inflammation You Shouldn't Ignore

Knowing what inflammation looks like — and your treatment options — may help you feel better faster.

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10 Best Products for Arthritic Hands

Doctors and physical therapists share the tools that help their patients live with less pain and more mobility.

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What Baby Formula Has Been Recalled? Everything Parents Need to Know

While there’s been no trace of the bacteria found in Nutramigen in the U.S. and no illnesses were reported, the company decided to recall some of its formula batches.

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Why You Have Cramps But No Period, According to Gynecologists

Pregnancy can be one reason, but it's not the only cause of abdominal or pelvic pain.

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