Avery Hurt
Avery Hurt is a freelance writer who specializes in health and science journalism. Her work has appeared in many publications including: The New Physician, Better Homes and Gardens, Mental_Floss, Eating Well, Heart Healthy Living, Taste of Home Healthy Cooking, The Los Angeles Times, WashingtonPost.com, and WebMD, as well as Newsweek special health sections. She is the author of the book Bullet with Your Name on It: What You Will Probably Die From and What You Can Do About It.
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Why Your Feet Are Killing You
By Avery Hurt - January 29, 2012 - At the Doctor
Bad shoes are bad for you.
Give Your Immune System a Boost
By Avery Hurt - January 06, 2012 - At the Doctor
It’s cold and flu season. So what do you do to stay healthy?
New Years Resolutions That Are Easy to Keep
By Avery Hurt - December 26, 2011 - Nutrition
We all know that most new year’s resolutions are history even before the confetti has been cleaned up.
Could Brushing and Flossing Save Your Life?
By Avery Hurt - December 05, 2011 - Grooming
Keeping your teeth and gums clean may do more than freshen your breath and prevent cavities – it may save your life.
Are You Working Out Hard Enough?
By Avery Hurt - December 02, 2011 - Exercise
How hard to I have to work out for it to be worth the trouble?
Strategy for a Healthier Thanksgiving Dinner
By Avery Hurt - November 21, 2011 - Nutrition
A little strategy can get you through T-Day with your waistline and cholesterol intact.
The War Against Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria
By Avery Hurt - October 31, 2011 - At the Doctor
One of the world's most serious health concerns.
Taming the Halloween Candy Monster
By Avery Hurt - October 21, 2011 - Nutrition
When my now-adult twin sons were growing-up, Halloween was a huge deal in our family.
The Dangers of Dieting
By Avery Hurt - October 17, 2011 - Nutrition
Dieting may be a plan that wants a little re-thinking.
Can Antibacterial Soap Actually Harm You?
By Avery Hurt - October 03, 2011 - At the Doctor
Is your soap keeping your healthy or making you sick?
