Daryl Austin

Salt Lake City

Wellness and Lifestyle Contributor at USA Today

Contributor for @NatGeo @USAtoday @NBCNews + bylines @WSJ @SmithsonianMag @TheAtlantic @NYtimes @Forbes @PopSci @Newsweek @WashingtonPost @Bloomberg

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Are cucumbers good for you? Experts explain.

2 weeks ago | usatoday.com | Daryl Austin

Cucumbers have been cultivated and enjoyed for thousands of years and remain a staple in many cuisines around the world today. You’ll find them used in everything from sandwiches, soups, wraps and charcuterie boards to Asian dishes and a wide variety of salads. “People love that cucumbers are a refreshing snack on their own and are as versatile as they are satisfying,” says Jen Messer, a registered dietitian and nutrition consultant at Jen Messer Nutrition.
Multivitamins can be helpful for anyone. But which ones are best for women?

2 weeks ago | usatoday.com | Daryl Austin

Once a niche industry confined to small sections of health food stores, vitamin supplements have exploded in popularity over the past 25 years. With products frequently promoted on social media and widely available online and at national retailers, the vitamin supplement market has more than tripled in size since the turn of the 21st century.
Biking has many benefits, but as an exercise, how does it stack up?

2 weeks ago | wickedlocal.com | Daryl Austin

Few summer activities are as popular as cycling. Whether you're going for a leisurely ride along a city bike trail, hopping on a mountain bike to practice stunts and explore nature or using your bicycle as a mode of transportation to and from the store or work, you're sure to spot other cyclists nearby. In fact, cycling is the third most popular recreational activity in the U.S. with more than 56 million Americans doing it in 2024 alone.
Colitis may be the cause of your frequent tummy troubles. What to know.

3 weeks ago | usatoday.com | Daryl Austin

Whether it's a dull ache, sharp cramp or persistent discomfort, most of us have experienced some degree of stomach pain throughout our lives. While something as mild as indigestion, gas, bloating or anxiety about an upcoming test or public speech can all cause varying degrees of tummy troubles, there are sometimes more serious medical issues to blame. Ulcers, IBS, kidney stones and even appendicitis are all well-known causes of at times severe stomach cramping or pain.
What is bulimia? What eating disorder experts need you to know.

3 weeks ago | usatoday.com | Daryl Austin

If you or a loved one has struggled with an eating disorder, know this: You (and they) are not alone. Some 5% of the population has been diagnosed with one before, per the American Psychiatric Association. Even more revealing, research shows that up to 22% of children and adolescents struggle with disordered eating.
Phosphorus is vital to overall health, but be wary of taking supplements. Here's why.

3 weeks ago | usatoday.com | Daryl Austin

When most of us think about getting enough vitamins and minerals, we usually think of the ones that get the most attention like vitamins A, C and D and minerals like magnesium, calcium, iron and zinc. Sometimes these nutrients get so much recognition that many people also start supplementing them by taking pills, powders and/or liquids. But one of the minerals we don't hear about nearly as often is also one of the most important.
You're not alone if you're frequently angry. But you should try and stop, for your health.

3 weeks ago | usatoday.com | Daryl Austin

Though a lot of us think of anger as a limiting or mostly negative emotion, there are times it can be useful.
Yes, biking can be a lot of fun. But is it good exercise?

4 weeks ago | msn.com | Daryl Austin

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Yes, biking can be a lot of fun. But is it good exercise?

4 weeks ago | ca.style.yahoo.com | Daryl Austin

Few summer activities are as popular as cycling. Whether you're going for a leisurely ride along a city bike trail, hopping on a mountain bike to practice stunts and explore nature or using your bicycle as a mode of transportation to and from the store or work, you're sure to spot other cyclists nearby. In fact, cycling is the third most popular recreational activity in the U.S. with more than 56 million Americans doing it in 2024 alone.
Yes, biking can be a lot of fun. But is it good exercise?

4 weeks ago | aol.com | Daryl Austin

Few summer activities are as popular as cycling. Whether you're going for a leisurely ride along a city bike trail, hopping on a mountain bike to practice stunts and explore nature or using your bicycle as a mode of transportation to and from the store or work, you're sure to spot other cyclists nearby. In fact, cycling is the third most popular recreational activity in the U.S. with more than 56 million Americans doing it in 2024 alone.