Health

Michelle Kloese before and after losing 61 pounds.

A 42-year-old woman gained weight from early menopause and a stressful job. She lost over 60 pounds with 3 habits.

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A supplement company CEO explains how he uses visualization for success, from his days in college basketball to getting big-name investors

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The author sitting outside on a deck at a high-top table.

I quit my full-time job to work as a freelancer. Making my own schedule means I get to live like a retiree in my 40s.

I live like a retiree in my 40s after quitting my job. Working as a freelancer, I make as much as I did in my full-time job but I work less.

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Michelle Obama says a lot of parents these days are holding on too tight to their kids

To help kids handle failure, the former first lady says parents should start letting them make decisions early on.

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Darshan Shah in a white lab coat, standing in front of his clinic, which reads "Next Health."

6 supplements a longevity doctor who lost 50 pounds takes every day

Dr. Darshan Shah is trying to optimize his health so he can live healthily for longer. He takes supplements including vitamin D and mushrooms.

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At 40, I was obese, so I moved abroad to Thailand, where I could focus on my health. Leaving the US saved my life.

When I moved to Thailand, I tried a healthier diet and sauna treatments. I also had time to go for a walk every day, so I lost 60 pounds.

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A person writing in a notebook at a coffee shop.

After getting laid off, I used my free time to write my first novel. It helped me figure out what I wanted from my next job.

After getting laid off, it took me 5 months to find another job. I used my free time to write a novel instead of rotting on my couch.

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The author and her husband standing on a beach at sunset.

I gave my number to a postman I had a crush on. Just 6 months after our first date, he proposed.

I never wanted to get married, but then, I met Uriah. He showed me marriage didn't have to make you complacent, and we're still together.

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The 1 filler this cosmetic surgeon is begging you not to get

Fillers keep rising in popularity. Some are riskier than others and can be costly to dissolve.

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A row of tombstones with blooming flowers.

My husband and I are only in our 40s and healthy, but we're already planning our funerals. Our guests will not be wearing black.

Attending my father-in-law's memorial encouraged my husband and I to speak about our what we might want for our own funerals one day.

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Reporter gets NAD supplement at Equinox hotel.

I tried the longevity infusion celebrities and athletes swear by. I'm still skeptical, but I get the appeal.

Celebrities and athletes use NAD IV infusions for energy, anti-aging, and muscle recovery. We tried a new version that's available for regular people.

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The author and her boyfriend standing in front of a wall with a green background.

I had a seizure while on a date with a man I'd only known for a few weeks. We've now been together for almost 2 years.

I had a seizure with a date I'd only known for a few weeks. He stayed by my side, and we made our relationship official in the emergency room.

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A composite image. On the left, a man sits on a stool. On the right, poached eggs, smoked salmon, and avocado on toast.

A longevity scientist says he reversed his biological age by 15 years. Here's his go-to breakfast to avoid blood sugar spikes.

Chronic high blood sugar is linked to metabolic diseases such as type 2 diabetes.

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someone setting two small dishes of vegetables on a table set with two glass plates a large brown clay dish and a cast iron full of cooked leafy greens

I study toxic microplastics. Here's how I protect myself and my kids at home.

Tracey Woodruff studies how microplastics and plastic chemicals affect human health. She's cutting plastic out of her home in some unexpected ways.

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Working out too hard can backfire. A personal trainer shares 4 red flags and 4 green flags to optimize your routine.

Intense exercise can help you save time and make faster gains, but going too hard can backfire. A trainer explains how to tell the difference.

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A woman meeting with friends on her laptop while sitting at her kitchen counter.

I've never met some of my closest friends in real life. We met online and talk every Monday night.

Some of my closest friends and I talk every Monday online but have never met in person. I tell them things I don't tell my real-life confidantes.

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A man and a woman posing with their dog in a field.

2 Disney Imagineers dreamed of retiring in Thailand. Their journey didn't go quite as planned.

A boutique hotel and an unexpected health crisis later, they say life in Chiang Mai turned out better than they expected.

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A composite image of Eric Stonestreet in 2025 in a suit at an event, and as Cam Tucker on Modern Family

'Modern Family' star Eric Stonestreet reveals he's been taking Mounjaro for type 2 diabetes since 2022. It has changed his life in 2 ways.

Stonestreet was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 2009, but kept it a secret. He told Business Insider why he's speaking out about having the condition for the first time.

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5 high-protein, high-fiber foods a top nutritionist eats regularly instead of meat for better gut health

Federica Amati said people focus too much on eating enough protein. The source of protein is more important, she said.

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Woman in black shirt near a river in South America.

I've been living abroad alone for 7 years. I thought being single was a fail, but turns out it's pretty great.

Dating abroad can be both wildly fun and frustratingly chaotic.

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The author of the essay poses with two family members.

My divorces taught me that some family members are worth hanging on to, even when the marriage isn't

I've been through two divorces, one good and one bad. Both taught me that some family members are worth hanging on to, even when the marriage isn't.

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Teens these days don't vape, they Zyn

A new study found that nicotine pouch use nearly doubled in one year among teens. Some use them in combination with vapes.

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As a divorce attorney, I avoid these 4 common marriage mistakes

Padideh Jafari is a divorce attorney in Los Angeles. She says looking at your ex-partner's social media can doom a relationship.

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A bowl of yogurt with fruit, granola and peanut butter

I want to cut down on ultra-processed snacks. A dietitian said to eat bigger meals.

If you find yourself reaching for less nutritious, highly processed snacks, it could be because your meals aren't substantial enough, a dietitian told a Business Insider reader.

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Helen Mirren, 79, says it's 'never too late' for people in their 50s and 60s to start exercising

Helen Mirren's go-to exercise routine is a 12-minute military workout developed by the Royal Canadian Air Force in the 1950s.

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I used to fear the changes that would come with my son growing up, but I'm pleasantly surprised at how much I'm enjoying it

I expected to mourn my son's childhood as he grew up and morphed into a tween. I'm enjoying this time more than I expected.

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A woman in black exercise shorts and a gray exercise top holds a static squat position

A Wall Street analyst turned personal trainer uses 3 strategies to get a great workout in as little as 5 minutes

A former financial analyst struggled to find an effective five-minute workout, so she created it with simple strategies to build muscle in less time.

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My name is Karen. People online use it to make fun of me.

Growing up in Egypt no one could pronounce my name. Then when I moved to Canada people questioned whether it's my real name.

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Michael Hopkins sat at a table in a cafe, with a cup of tea.

A photographer who takes pictures of older people learned 4 life lessons from his 100-year-old friend

Steve Reeves, a photographer in London, said he's no longer in a rush to meet career milestones, having befriended lots of older people.

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3 easy, gut-health recipes by a dietitian who developed an 'ancestral' alternative to the Mediterranean diet

Anissa Armet, a dietitian and nutrition researcher, helped to create the NiMe diet, which was linked to better gut health in a study.

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Jamie Oliver says teaching his kids how to cook didn't keep them away from junk food

The "Naked Chef" star has led several public campaigns against junk food consumption.

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Gloved hands pull apart a dirty sneaker, revealing a grid of foam inside.

This startup says it's made the first biodegradable sneaker — and that others are fake

A startup says it's made the world's first fully biodegradable sneaker in an industry rife with greenwashing. We put seven shoe brands to the test.

Two couples from different generations pose while sitting on a bench in front of a block wall.

I'm 30 but most of my closest friends are 60 to 90 years old

I'm a 30-year-old married, mom of two with many elderly friends. I like being with people who have interesting stories to tell and guidance to share.

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Isabelle Morley sitting at a white desk with a white and gold lamp, she is smiling and wearing black pants and a light grey sweater.

I'm a clinical psychologist, and too often, I see clients misdiagnose partners as narcissists. Sometimes, people are just jerks.

Isabelle Morley is a clinical psychologist and author of "They're Not Gaslighting You." In this excerpt, she discusses narcissism and therapy speak.

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Composite image of Beyoncé, Tina Knowles, and Solange Knowles.

Tina Knowles says she put Beyoncé and Solange in therapy together as kids so they would learn to get along

As Beyoncé's fame grew in their hometown, the dynamic between the sisters began to shift, Tina Knowles said.

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A husband and wife wearing sunglasses taking a selfie on a beach.

After years of trying to divide household labor in our home, my husband and I have finally landed on a system that works

My husband handles food shopping, meal planning, and cooking in our house. I take care of the cleaning. This division of labor works best for us.

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Rear view of woman walking along coastal path

I'm now 40 and unlikely to have children. My family lineage ends with me.

I've questioned whether I'm doing enough with my life. But now I'm focusing more on my wants rather than on what I feel I should be doing.

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naomi carmen and her sister standing back to back

Before my older sister died, I promised her I would live my life fully. That promise helped me find my husband.

Before my sister died of breast cancer at 33, she made me promise to live my life fully. It inspired me to move to the beach, where I met my husband.

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The author and her husband on a cliff overlooking the ocean.

My husband and I went on a cruise to celebrate my 500th day sober. Traveling without drinking has gotten easier over time.

We went on an expedition cruise to celebrate my 500th day sober. Traveling sober has gotten easier over time. I have more energy and remember more.

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Dr Rupy Aujla cutting cabbage on a stage

A doctor cut down on ultra-processed foods 15 years ago to transform his health. Here's how he ate before and after.

Dr. Rupy Aujla used to eat a "standard junior doctor diet," heavy on beige convenience foods. Now he prioritizes plant-based whole foods.

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The problem with our protein obsession — and 4 easy ways to get the perfect amount

High-protein diets are a huge trend as food marketers have cashed in on protein chips, protein cereal, and more. But are we eating too much protein?

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Gwyneth Paltrow says she stopped following a strict paleo diet and is eating bread, cheese, and pasta again

A paleo diet includes foods such as lean meats, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. Grains and dairy are off limits.

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A woman with red hair stands in front of a brick wall.

My name went from being very popular to a frumpy archetype. At least my parents gave me a unique spelling.

The unique "y'" in my name, Lynda, is the only thing standing between me and the Lindas of the world. I'm grateful for it.

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Rachael Piltch-Loeb with her father, left. Piltch-Loeb's father holding his grandson, right.

A 29-year-old became a new mom — and months later, caregiver to her dad with Alzheimer's. She's part of the growing 'sandwich generation.'

Rachael Piltch-Loeb learned her dad had Alzheimer's months after her son was born. She became part of the "sandwich generation."

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Citi is shuttering an office on the Spanish coast intended to improve work-life balance after just 3 years

The New York-headquartered bank said six employees would be leaving the firm and the rest of the office's staff would be relocated.

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Two women working on computers at an office.

I didn't expect to become such good friends with a coworker who is 17 years younger than I am. We're different in many ways.

I didn't expect to become such good friends with a coworker 17 years younger than I am. There are generational differences but we get along so well.

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