Beth Skwarecki
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Pittsburgh, PA, United States
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Why You Shouldn't Use Winter Gas in the Summer (or Vice Versa)
Gasoline is a seasonal product that is specifically formulated for outdoor temperatures. → Read More
No, Celebrities Don't Need to Eat 8,000 Calories to Get Swole
Hugh Jackman is probably joking. Let's talk about how bulking really works. → Read More
How TikTok’s ‘Audio Torture’ Actually Works
The "Shepard tone" has a weird effect on our brains. → Read More
Do These Things Now to Prepare for Daylight Saving Time
Yep, it's almost time to "spring forward" yet again. Let's get ready. → Read More
Venus and Jupiter Are Kissing Again
Step outside tonight and you'll see a stunning conjunction of the planets. → Read More
Why 11 Minutes a Day Is Your New Exercise Target
A new study concludes that a quick daily walk is a lot better than nothing. → Read More
What Is Erythritol (and How Bad Is It for You)?
The sweetener has been linked to health problems—here's what it is and where you might find it. → Read More
The Only Aldi Quarter Hack You'll Ever Need
The internet is full of sneaky ways to get a cart without a quarter, but employees are begging you to do this instead. → Read More
I Asked ChatGPT for Workout Suggestions and Wow, They Sucked
The text-generating AI can put words together to look like a workout, but don't trust it with your training. → Read More
When Not to ‘Listen to Your Body’
Sensations and emotions can provide valuable feedback during a workout. Sometimes they just lie. → Read More
Fasted Morning Workouts Aren't a Fat-Burning Hack
Fasted morning cardio is a popular weight-loss recommendation, but not necessarily the best option. → Read More
What Is Marburg Virus (and How Much Should I Worry About It)?
This rare virus causes a hemorrhagic fever; there is currently an outbreak in Africa. → Read More
This Is How Much Tuna You Can Safely Eat
This classic snacking staple can be high in mercury. → Read More
Calorie Restriction Is Not a Longevity Hack
A new study finds that eating less might make you live longer. That's still not a good reason to do it. → Read More
How to Avoid the Nasty Norovirus Stomach Bug
It's the leading cause of foodborne illness, and it's more contagious than you probably realize. → Read More
Are You Exercising for Your Mental Health, or Just to Escape Your Problems?
A new study suggests running can act as escapism—and that isn't necessarily a good thing. → Read More
The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Trying to Eat Healthy
Your intentions may be good, but don't make things unnecessarily hard on yourself. → Read More
The Easiest Way to Jump Start Your Car
With a $40 device, you no longer need to ask strangers to awkwardly park their car next to yours. → Read More
Your Bathroom Needs a Phone Shelf
Whether you buy one (it's a thing) or create your own, a phone shelf is a must. → Read More
Here’s What It Actually Means When Someone Flashes Their Headlights at You
This common driver communication signal has more meanings than you realize. → Read More