Heidi Borst

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Heidi Borst is a freelance parenting, relationship, health, and wellness writer based in Wilmington, NC, with a Journalism degree from Rutgers University. Her work has appeared on MSN, Yahoo, The Mighty, Scary Mommy, Parent Map, New Jersey Family and more. Heidi is a proud introvert, coffee enthusiast, fitness junkie, and boy mom.

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A woman holding her knee | Can stress cause gout?

Health Education

Can stress cause gout?

Stress can cause higher uric acid levels, which could trigger a gout flare

Popcorn and a glucose monitor | Is popcorn good for diabetics?

Is popcorn good for diabetics?

It’s a good high-fiber, low-sugar snack—just be wary of portion size and toppings

Zofran tablets surrounding a clock - how long does Zofran take to work

How fast does Zofran kick in?

A single dose is effective in about 30 minutes

pair of sneakers - does exercise help acid reflux

Health Education

Exercise for acid reflux

Physical activity reduces the risk of developing acid reflux and GERD

piggy bank and tape measure - Zepbound savings

Zepbound savings 101

Strategies like using coupons and ordering a 90-day supply can cut costs

Person measuring their waist with a tape measure - l-tyrosine dosage for weight loss

L-tyrosine for weight loss

The dose depends on your body weight

A woman lying down | How to stop night sweats

Health Education

How to stop night sweats

Find out what causes you to sweat while you sleep and how to manage it

capsule next to coffee | l-theanine and caffeine

L-theanine and caffeine 101

Combining these two substances has powerful effects on cognitive function

A woman hiding her face | Can birth control cause acne?

Can birth control cause acne?

Some types of birth control treat acne, but others make breakouts worse

A thermometer and a sandwich | can you get a fever from food poisoning

Health Education

Can food poisoning cause fever?

It’s a fairly common symptom, especially with bacterial and viral infections

peppermint candy, tea, and lemon - what to eat when stomach is upset from stress

The best diet for stress

Certain foods can calm your stomach, while others make an anxious stomach worse

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