Josey Murray

Boston

Wellness Writer at Freelance

freelance writer, words in @womenshealthmag @mindbodygreen @iamwellandgood @theeverygirl_ she/her/hers

Articles

Muscle Strength Loss Increases 70% If You're Deficient In This Vitamin

2 weeks ago | mindbodygreen.com | Josey Murray

Image by Trinette Reed / StocksyApril 04, 2025There are plenty of reasons vitamin D is essential for your well-being. It supports gut health, mood, cognitive function, and even longevity (just to name a few incredible benefits). And with more studies focusing on this once-overlooked vitamin, researchers are continuing to discover ways this unique vitamin contributes to your physical and mental well-being.
11 best hair removal creams, tried and tested 2025

1 month ago | womenshealthmag.com | Josey Murray

If you choose to get rid of the hair on any part of your body, you know just how much you go through for a smooth and silky finish. And let's face it: no hair removal method is 100 per cent perfect. Waxing provides a smooth finish, but it's often too painful for some to bear; laser hair removal is convenient and long-lasting but pricey; and shaving, while easy, can leave the skin irritated and littered with razor bumps if it's done incorrectly.
Vitamin D Can Help Fight Bad Breath & Avert Oral Diseases

2 months ago | mindbodygreen.com | Josey Murray

Image by Javier Díez / StocksyFebruary 04, 2025Everyone has bad breath now and then. (Remember when wearing masks made us all hyperaware of this?) But if your bad breath is more consistent, you may want to check out this unexpected method of managing it. As it turns out, vitamin D actually supports gum and tooth health and is predicted to help manage gingivitis and gum disease.
90% Of Americans Don’t Get Enough Of These Health Fats—How To Get More

Jan 20, 2025 | mindbodygreen.com | Josey Murray

Image by Liliya Rodnikova / StocksyJanuary 20, 2025We carefully vet all products and services featured on mindbodygreen using our commerce guidelines. Our selections are never influenced by the commissions earned from our links. Omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA are incredibly important, but about 90% of adults in the U.S. consume less than the recommended amount of them.
Go Ahead and Pursue What You Love

Jan 9, 2025 | care.twill.health | Josey Murray

By Josey Murray January 10, 2025 Should you do what you love or what is expected of you? This is a question many of us ask ourselves as we navigate choices in our lives. When society, friends, and families have expectations of us, it can be difficult to choose a path you love, especially when it differs from those expectations. However, around 75% of Americans agree that following what you love is more important for your well‑being than following what is expected.
Muscle Strength Loss Increases 70% If You're Deficient In This Vitamin

Dec 10, 2024 | mindbodygreen.com | Josey Murray

Image by Trinette Reed / StocksyDecember 11, 2024There are plenty of reasons vitamin D is essential for your well-being. It supports gut health, mood, cognitive function, and even longevity (just to name a few incredible benefits). And with more studies focusing on this once-overlooked vitamin, researchers are continuing to discover ways this unique vitamin contributes to your physical and mental well-being.
Well-Being Top 10 of 2024

Dec 8, 2024 | care.twill.health | Josey Murray

By Josey Murray December 09, 2024 It’s hard to believe that 2024 is coming to an end. This time of year can be packed with festive celebrations, hectic work schedules, and a range of emotions, like sadness, overwhelm, joy, and love. With so much going on, it’s important to set aside a few moments to reflect on the past year and what you hope for the year to come. How have you grown? What are you most grateful for? What are you looking forward to in the future?
Kindness Is All Around You

Dec 5, 2024 | care.twill.health | Josey Murray

By Josey Murray December 06, 2024 When was the last time you listened to someone talk about their feelings, helped a stranger or a friend, or volunteered in your community? According to the Sesame Workshop State of Well-Being Report, 93% of people say they’ve practiced a form of kindness like one of these in the last three months. According to a 2019 study by Rowland and Curry, performing acts of kindness can increase happiness and well‑being.
7 Ways To Improve Your Short- & Long-Term Memory, From Neuroscientists

Nov 27, 2024 | mindbodygreen.com | Josey Murray

Image by Milles Studio / StocksyNovember 28, 2024We carefully vet all products and services featured on mindbodygreen using our commerce guidelines. Our selections are never influenced by the commissions earned from our links. With all of the distractions and chaos of modern life, it's easy for your train of thought to derail or forget your grocery list as soon as you enter the store.
What Is an Affirmation?

Nov 21, 2024 | care.twill.health | Josey Murray

Affirmations are positive statements or phrases that are helpful for challenging unhelpful thoughts you may have. They focus on your positive traits, values, and skills and commonly start with I am, I can, or I will. Examples of affirmations include: I am enough. I am worthy of love. I can do this. Think about what affirmations you could say to dispel challenging thoughts and self-criticism. Consider writing your favorite phrases on sticky notes and place them on your bathroom mirror.