Kerry Justich
Kerry Justich is a senior writer at Yahoo Life with a focus on body image, mental health and pop culture.
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Oprah Winfrey opens up about her weight loss journey in new special
The TV personality discusses modern weight loss medications in the ABC special "Shame, Blame and the Weight Loss Revolution."
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Celebrities love cold plunges. But are they actually good for you?
Josh Brolin stripped down to do a cold plunge on SNL. Here's what experts say about the wellness practice.
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Do you need a water flosser — and should you be filling it with mouthwash? What dentists say about a new viral trend.
TikTok users are adding mouthwash to their water flossers and using them to remove tonsil stones. Does it work?
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The first over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor just got cleared by the FDA. Here's what it does — and why monitors like these are popular with nondiabetics too.
The Dexcom Stelo will be available without a prescription this summer. Here's what to know.
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Secret and Dove are the latest brands to launch deodorant to use all over your body. But is it safe?
Here's what you should know before using a deodorant "from pits to bits," according to experts.
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1 in 8 people worldwide now have obesity. Here's what to know.
What's the difference between being obese and being overweight? Experts explain.
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Eating disorders in young boys and men are rising. Why it's happening and what to look for.
Here's what you need to know about boys, men and eating disorders and why they're often underdiagnosed.
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Oprah Winfrey is leaving the WeightWatchers board. Here's what to know — and what she's said about using weight loss drugs.
The news comes after the media mogul spoke last year about using weight loss medications.
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Amy Schumer’s Cushing syndrome diagnosis raises questions about cortisol. What is it, and how do you know if your levels are high?
Experts answer questions about cortisol and possible imbalances.
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Some people are putting diaper cream on their faces to combat dryness and redness. Does 'face basting' actually work?
Is the viral skin care trend worth trying?
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Dunkin' is doing energy drinks. Are they safe?
The chain is the latest to launch a new energy drink, despite recent concerns about caffeine content in these beverages.
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The psychology of celebrity worship
When does being a fan of someone go from normal and healthy to a serious problem? Well, it depends on the person and the behavior — but there is a psychology to celebrity worship. Yahoo Life’s Kerry Justich explains how media trends led to the study of parasocial relationships and how psychologists categorize the phenomenon on a “celebrity attitude scale.”
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What is hurkle-durkle? How the trend is teaching people to embrace rest.
Experts explain why the latest social media buzzword might be something worth practicing.
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'Girl dinner' was just added to Dictionary.com. What is it?
What to know about the TikTok trend and the controversy around it.
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Elizabeth Banks is turning 50. Why she's ready to 'let go of what other people think' about aging in Hollywood.
"I haven't really played with my face, yet," the actress and director says.
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'Barefooting' is having a moment on social media. Is walking without shoes good for you?
Experts explore the claims made by self-proclaimed "barefooters" on TikTok.
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Plus-size influencers are receiving paid offers to try weight-loss drugs: 'I don’t want Ozempic'
Influencers like Virgie Tovar are calling out the offers they've been getting to lose weight.
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Alex Rodriguez says he 'lost his way' with health, fitness. He turned to 'old habits from the Yankees' to get back in shape.
A-Rod on fitness and the importance of pressing "the pause button" during life's difficult moments.
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Tweens are rushing to Sephora for skin care products meant for adults. Are active ingredients harmful on young skin?
Dermatologists set the record straight on what skin care products tweens should avoid.
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Terry Crews says he experienced physical burnout from working too much: 'My body stopped'
The 55-year-old TV star on learning to rest and why you should "never ever degrade yourself or put yourself down."