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2 weeks ago | health.com | Sherri Gordon |Amy Kwan

LPETTET / Getty Images Walking can help increase metabolism, improve mood, reduce the risk of chronic illnesses, regulate appetite, improve heart health, and increase bone strength. Walking can also help you lose weight. Researchers have found that consistency is more important than walking speed when it comes to walking for weight loss. Experts recommend walking as a long-term weight loss strategy rather than something you do short-term.

Nov 6, 2023 | health.com | Samson McDougall |Amy Kwan |Richard Scherr

If you suffer from back pain, and your old mattress has you waking achy, a mattress topper can be a great investment to help align the contours of your spine without investing in a new mattress. Toppers are typically one to four inches thick and made from foams of varying firmness. Strap them onto your existing mattress and you’re adding a layer of body-cradling support, which, when combined with a healthy sleep routine, can help you alleviate pain, sleep better and wake with more energy.

Nov 6, 2023 | health.com | Lacey Muinos |Verywell Fit |Amy Kwan

The convenience of having an indoor exercise bike in your own home is unparalleled. Whether you’re a busy professional or parent, hopping on an indoor bike at a moment’s notice is a quick and easy way to knock out your cardio without the hassle of leaving the house.

Nov 6, 2023 | health.com | Samson McDougall |Amy Kwan

When you’ve been raised on innerspring mattresses, the jump to the figure-hugging embrace of a full-foam mattress can be a leap too far. Hybrid mattresses form a great middle ground between that familiar feel and stability of innersprings, topped with layers of the latest developments in memory foam, cooling gel, and cushioning.

Oct 26, 2023 | health.com | Lindsay Modglin |Amy Kwan

Health.com uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read our editorial process to learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy. Korostovtseva L, Bochkarev M, Sviryaev Y. Sleep and cardiovascular risk. Sleep Med Clin. 2021;16(3):485-497. doi:10.1016/j.jsmc.2021.05.001Lateef OM, Akintubosun MO. Sleep and reproductive health. Journal of Circadian Rhythms. 2020;18(1):1.