Blog - Sheryl Kraft

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How Chronic Loneliness Harms Your Health

There's been a lot in the media lately about the growing epidemic of loneliness and how it can hurt your health. According to AARP, loneliness is a health risk affecting 800,000 older Americans and is a "significant predictor of poor health." Maybe you live or work alone, or you crave solitude and simply enjoy being alone - or even prefer being alone to the company of others. You might enjoy … [Read more...] about How Chronic Loneliness Harms Your Health

Moms and Massage, a Perfect Marriage

Published in: aches and pains, how to use massage for pain relief, Massage, massage at home, massage for pain relief, Self-massage, Wahl

Mother's Day is approaching, and if your celebration includes gifts, it's not too early to start dropping some hints (or better yet, ask for what you want). Yes, I love surprises, but I also love getting a gift that I'll use and love...and to ensure that, I've learned to ask. After all, a gift is worth asking for: It's something special; something you wouldn't normally buy or do for yourself; … [Read more...] about Moms and Massage, a Perfect Marriage

How to Treat Your Aging Skin

Published in: aging skin, how aging affects your skin, how to care for aging skin, sun, sun damage, what to do about lines and wrinkles, wrinkles

When you think about things that cause wrinkles, sagging, and age spots, you probably blame the sun. And you'd be right: Sun exposure is the number one culprit in aging skin - but there are so many other factors. Some we can control, and others, we can't. It's normal for the actual structure of your skin to change with age. Its outer layer thins and the number of pigment-containing cells … [Read more...] about How to Treat Your Aging Skin

The Dos and Don’ts of Diarrhea for Quick Relief

Published in: Everyday Health

Diarrhea is defined as having three or more loose, watery stools a day. It’s unpleasant and can also be dangerous if left untreated. So if you have it, it’s a good bet you’ll want to get rid of it as quickly as possible. “The thing we worry about most is dehydration,” says Lisa Ganjhu, DO, a gastroenterologist at NYU Langone Health in New York City. Signs of dehydration include: Read the … [Read more...] about The Dos and Don’ts of Diarrhea for Quick Relief

Intimidated by Fish? Don’t Be.

Published in: eating seafood, fish, fish preparation, fish storage, how to choose seafood, omega 3 health benefits, seafood, shellfish

As a freelance health journalist, I'm fortunate to be invited to many interesting events on health, beauty, fitness and other interesting subjects. Yesterday ranks as one of my favorites: Hosted by New York City's Crave Fishbar and the Seafood Nutrition Partnership, the talented Chef Todd Mitgang and his staff prepped an amazingly delicious and varied mélange of seafood that would satisfy any … [Read more...] about Intimidated by Fish? Don’t Be.

A High School Student and Aspiring Writer from Australia Reaches Out…

I would love to hear a few things on the prospect from a first hand-perspective, and would be thrilled to learn more about it from you. Your advice is well valued and I’m very grateful to have such wise words from someone with such first hand experience.

I will be looking forward to reading more of your wonderful articles in the future!

Best wishes,

Mikayla

Due to your article, traffic and sales have been great this past week!

On behalf of our entire organization, we'd like to thank you so much for featuring our product in last week’s Parade Magazine. Due to your article, traffic and sales have been great this past week.! We are a small business that prides ourselves on excellent product quality and customer service. We work hard to make quality products and market them effectively but then sometimes you get a gift like your article which really takes us to the next level. We will be eternally grateful to you for choosing us as one of your eye product recommendations.

I’m writing to express my admiration for the work you are doing!

I'm a young medical writer trying to get a foothold in the industry, so the portfolio you have on your website showcasing your accomplishments is something that I'm aiming to achieve.

I don't want to take up too much of your time, but I am hoping you can share some advice, tips, or guidance as I work on this, my lateral career change!

Thanks for taking the time to read this - I know you probably have much more exciting things to be doing, but just know that your work is inspiring me to continue down this writing path.