Jessica Migala

Chicago

Medical, Health, and Fitness Writer and Creative Content Strategist at Freelance

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Do humidifiers actually help with dry skin? Doctors weigh in

Jan 24, 2025 | today.com | Jessica Migala |Allie Wise

With winter comes freezing temperatures, biting winds, snowstorms galore and, the worst of all, dry skin. When the humidity drops from the air, it’s palpable. And dry skin isn’t just limited to outdoor experiences. With every door and window sealed shut to protect you from the cold, the air indoors lacks moisture, too. Luckily, humidifiers exist as a solution to that problem. Shop TODAY asked a few doctors about what humidifiers do, when to use them and tips for when you’ve brought one home.
What Are They and Are They Healthy?

Jan 23, 2025 | msn.com | Jessica Migala |Reyna Franco

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The Benefits of the Heart-Healthy Portfolio Diet

Jan 22, 2025 | loseit.com | Jessica Migala

DietsMany people find this simple and straightforward nutrition plan helps them feel fuller rather than deprived while dieting. Here’s how it impacts your energy, blood sugar, and more. DietsWhen you prioritize vegan and vegetarian foods over meat and other animal products, experts say you will notice changes — some even right away.
Dietitians Give Their Take on 7 Favorite Low-Calorie Desserts

Jan 22, 2025 | msn.com | Jessica Migala |Tara Gidus Collingwood

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Cortisol and Weight Gain: How Are They Linked?

Jan 16, 2025 | loseit.com | Jessica Migala

Cortisol is famously thought of as the stress hormone, and research increasingly shows that chronically elevated levels are linked to all kinds of health problems, including weight gain. For a while, the term “cortisol face” was being used on social media to describe bloat and facial puffiness attributed to elevated cortisol levels. Reducing cortisol, some influencers claim, is key to lowering inflammation, lessening that puffiness, and losing weight.
How Are They Linked?

Jan 16, 2025 | msn.com | Jessica Migala |Sylvia Klinger

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Your Questions, Answered

Jan 16, 2025 | healthcentral.com | Jessica Migala

An inflammatory condition of the skin, joints, and entheses (where tendons and ligaments attach to bones), psoriatic arthritis (PsA) leads to symptoms including joint stiffness, pain, and swelling, along with scaly skin patches. PsA is a chronic disease, so it’s always with you. But active symptoms might not always be. People with this autoimmune condition tend to experience periods of disease activity (called flares) and periods where things quiet down (called remission).
The Connection Between Dehydration and Weight Gain

Jan 15, 2025 | loseit.com | Jessica Migala

Drinking plenty of water is often suggested as a strategy for weight loss, so it seems logical that the opposite would also be true — that being chronically dehydrated can contribute to weight gain. “The reality is more nuanced,” says Vandana Sheth, RDN, CDCES, a plant-based dietitian in the Los Angeles area. For one, in spite of what you may hear, true clinical dehydration is not common.
The Connection Between Dehydration and Weight Gain

Jan 15, 2025 | msn.com | Jessica Migala |Sylvia Klinger

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Symptoms and Treatment Options

Jan 15, 2025 | healthcentral.com | Jessica Migala

Not all psoriasis looks or feels the same. There are several different types of psoriasis, including plaque psoriasis (the most common) and pustular psoriasis. Another type is annular psoriasis, which appears in rings on the skin, says Sandra Marchese Johnson, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist at Johnson Dermatology in Fort Smith, AR.