Lauren Gray

Title: Freelance writer

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Education: Master’s degree in nonprofit management and fundraising, Columbia University; Bachelor’s degree in philosophy, Kenyon College

Website Links:

https://www.laurengraynyc.com/

https://www.laurengraynyc.com

Experience:

Lauren Gray is a New York-based writer and editor with nearly a decade of experience covering health, wellness, beauty, and affiliate commerce. Her writing has been published by Best Life, Popular Mechanics, Yahoo! News, MSN, Eat This! Not That, Self Magazine, and more. She has also served as a member of the ‘Brain Trust’ for the brand consultancy firm Shareability, working to generate organic brand content that optimizes consumer engagement. Prior to becoming a full-time writer, Lauren lived in India for three years, serving as the head of the writing center at Woodstock School.

As a young adult breast cancer survivor who now centers physical and mental health in her own life, Lauren is personally passionate about exploring new topics in health, wellness, and longevity, and sharing these with her readers.

With the help of top-of-their-field experts, Lauren is committed to delivering rigorously vetted service journalism content that translates into actionable advice IRL.

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mature woman hugging her dog outside

10 Best Dog Breeds for Seniors

A vet shares the best pets for seniors.

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spread of breakfast foods

No. 1 Breakfast Food to Lower Heart Attack Risk

Just two servings per week can make a difference.

5 Best Walmart Halloween Decor Dupes

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Dollar Tree store with cars parked in front

6 Best Dollar Tree Skincare Dupes Hitting Shelves

These popular finds are up to $16 cheaper.

man with tight hamstrings struggling to touch his toes at the gym

man with tight hamstrings struggling to touch his toes at the gym

Why Your Hamstrings Are Always Tight

It has nothing to do with flexibility.

Fresh market produce at an outdoor farmer's market

Fresh market produce at an outdoor farmer's market

Superfood Can Lower Dementia and Alzheimer's Risk

Skipping it is linked to a fourfold increase in dementia risk.

Metal cans with ice cubes in mini refrigerator

Metal cans with ice cubes in mini refrigerator

What Are the "Natural Flavors" in Your Can of Seltzer?

"Natural" and "artificial" aren’t as different as they sound.

woman in a gray sweater sitting on her couch taking a supplement with a glass of water

woman in a gray sweater sitting on her couch taking a supplement with a glass of water

The #1 Supplement to Regulate Your Hormones

You should be getting five times your normal intake.

woman looking in fridge at night

woman looking in fridge at night

The #1 Snack to Help You Fall Asleep Naturally

Here's what a nurse recommends.

doctor holding an xray of a knee pointing to a knee model

doctor holding an xray of a knee pointing to a knee model

"Minimally Invasive Treatment" Can Delay a Knee Replacement

32 million Americans stand to gain from this new procedure.

Pepto Bismol

Pepto Bismol

The Pepto-Bismol Ingredient That Can Be Dangerous

It could lead to stomach bleeding in certain people.

Three cans of Poppi Prebiotic Soda on a bed of ice.

Three cans of Poppi Prebiotic Soda on a bed of ice.

Are Probiotic Sodas Like Olipop and Poppi Healthy?

Doctors aren't convinced about their health benefits.

closeup of a woman in a beige sweater taking ice cubes out of a water glass with a spoon

closeup of a woman in a beige sweater taking ice cubes out of a water glass with a spoon

Craving Ice? You May Have This Vitamin Deficiency

It's a condition called pagophagia.

pink and orange antacid tablets

pink and orange antacid tablets

OTC Antacids Could Put Your Heart in Danger

They can also cause constipation and kidney problems.

Female hands between legs in jeans close-up, showing that she has to pee

Female hands between legs in jeans close-up, showing that she has to pee

7 Reasons You Feel Like You Have to Pee All the Time

A full bladder isn't one of them.

okra on a plate and a glass of okra water on a wooden background

okra on a plate and a glass of okra water on a wooden background

Is Okra Water a Game-Changer for Weight Loss?

Experts weigh in on the newest "Ozempic alternative."

Bottles of magnesium supplements on a store shelf

Bottles of magnesium supplements on a store shelf

The 4 Types of Magnesium Supplements Explained

Find out which one is right for you.

Imodium on store shelf

Imodium on store shelf

Never Take Imodium for Longer Than 2 Days

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Is Your Face Always Sweaty? This Could Be Why

Is Your Face Always Sweaty? This Could Be Why

Is Your Face Always Sweaty? This Could Be Why

Here's what you can do about it.

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close up of a red heart, stethoscope, test tube, and lab results

The No. 1 Underrated Test for Predicting Heart Disease

Doctors say this simple screening could save your life.

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