Brenda Kearns

Ontario

I'm a freelance health writer for A360Media. I'm also hopelessly immature, so I spend my free time writing humor, romantic comedies and books for kids!

Articles

5 Treasured Memorial Day Traditions Proven To Boost Your Health

1 month ago | womansworld.com | Brenda Kearns

Memorial Day is upon us, and it turns out that the day of remembrance is not only a time to honor fallen soldiers and those who have served our country and celebrate our freedom, but also an opportunity to take care of our health. That’s right—research proves that the time-honored, patriotic traditions we hold dear can actually improve our health and happiness. Keep reading to find out how.
11 Surprising Summer Habits That Naturally Boost Your Health

1 month ago | firstforwomen.com | Brenda Kearns

Mental Health Turn everyday summer fun into easy health wins with these proven tips The key to good summer health? Enjoying your favorite warm-weather activities. Research shows that everyday delights, like playing lawn games with friends or savoring fresh, juicy fruit, have the power to improve your wellbeing from head to toe. Ready to kick bothers like insomnia, headaches and stomach pain to the curb? Read to see the simple secrets to a healthy summer.
How to Lower Blood Pressure Quickly and Naturally| Woman's World

1 month ago | womansworld.com | Brenda Kearns |Melissa Gotthardt

We all know that keeping your blood pressure in a healthy range (below 120/80 mmHg) is crucial for heart health—after all, high blood pressure is one of the top risk factors for heart disease. But maintaining healthy blood pressure doesn’t just protect your heart. It can also reduce your risk of dementia, diabetes and kidney disease. Even more surprising: a study in Hypertension Research found that reducing elevated blood pressure may cut the risk of hearing loss by up to 47 percent.
Feel Tired or Stressed? These Easy Health Swaps Can Help

1 month ago | womansworld.com | Brenda Kearns

What could be easier than taking something you do already—like drinking milk or wearing an eye mask to bed—and making a small, simple swap to reap even more health benefits? Research suggests these all-natural tricks help improve your energy, lift your mood, sharpen your focus and age well without the extra effort!5 simple swaps for better health From sipping a different fruit juice to using a certain pen color, studies prove these oh-so-easy tweaks will make your health and happiness soar.
Soothe Stomach Pain Fast With 7 Natural Home Remedies

1 month ago | firstforwomen.com | Brenda Kearns

Health From gas to bloating to indigestion, we've got you covered Busy schedules and rushed eating can trigger gastrointestinal (GI) pain. Known as the body's "second brain," the gut also reacts strongly to stress, which can disrupt digestion and cause symptoms such as bloating, nausea, heartburn and constipation. We've rounded up the best research-backed tips to soothe stomach pain quickly and naturally.
Ready for Spring? These Natural Remedies Can Help Your Best Fast

2 months ago | womansworld.com | Brenda Kearns

Ready to feel your best this season? These natural spring health boosters can help you make the most of sunny days and blooming skies without the aches, sluggishness or allergy flares that tend to come with the territory. Whether you’re spending more time outside or adjusting to a lighter diet, springtime shifts can leave you feeling off. The good news? Simple remedies like mustard oil massages, relaxing rituals and even sniffing grapefruit can have you feeling vibrant in no time.
How to Improve Cognitive Function: Tips to Boost Focus and Memory

2 months ago | firstforwomen.com | Courtney Shapiro |Brenda Kearns

A little forgetfulness or trouble focusing is normal as we age, but that doesn’t mean you have to live with these bothersome memory blips. Research shows that small, enjoyable habits woven into your day can slow age-related cognitive decline and improve mental sharpness. From spending a few minutes in nature to dancing to your favorite music, here’s how to improve your cognitive function with science-backed strategies.
Relax Your Way to Better Health With These Simple Spring Wellness Tips

Mar 22, 2025 | womansworld.com | Brenda Kearns

The sunny days and gentle breezes we’ve been craving all winter are here. And experts say these tricks will help you enjoy every minute feeling your best. Stay upbeat and energizedThe key to keeping your mood and energy up and cravings down? Balancing your glucose levels. And a saturated fatty acid called C15:0 can help. A study in Nutrients found that C15:0 works like the diabetes drug metformin, improving cells’ ability to take in glucose and process it.
Science-Backed Weight-Loss Hacks That Help You Burn Fat Fast

Mar 4, 2025 | womansworld.com | Brenda Kearns

Researchers say these clever strategies make shedding stubborn pounds so easy, you’ll feel like you put slimming on autopilot. The list that speeds slimmingWriting down your weight-loss goal, plus the health benefits you’re looking forward to (like more energy and lower cholesterol), could help you lose weight up to 60 percent faster. British scientists found that setting a specific weight-loss goal (and focusing on the body benefits of reaching that target) keeps motivation sky-high.
Experts Share Effortless Weight-Loss Tricks That Make Slimming Feel Totally Automatic

Mar 4, 2025 | flipboard.com | Brenda Kearns

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