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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orange mocktails next to orange slices

News

Doctors Warn About Trendy "Cortisol Cocktail"

They say it can "intensify" stress and fatigue.

Doctor working with test tubes of blood

Doctor working with test tubes of blood

News

2 Health Metrics That Can Lower Your Risk of Death by 42%

They have an outsized impact on lifespan and healthspan.

white-haired man reading supplement label

white-haired man reading supplement label

Dangerous Drug

Popular Med Is "The Most Dangerous OTC Drug"

One doctor gives a startling warning.

Doctor pointing to a model of a kidney

Doctor pointing to a model of a kidney

Kidney Fails

8 Ways You’re Silently Damaging Your Kidneys

Doctors say you could be hurting this vital organ.

man with inflammation holding knee

man with inflammation holding knee

Wellness

10 Ways You’re Silently Damaging Your Knees

Doctors say these are the worst habits for your joints.

Scientists Say They Can Predict How Long You'll Live From a Single MRI

Scientists Say They Can Predict How Long You'll Live From a Single MRI

Wellness

Scientists Can Predict How Long You'll Live From a Single MRI

They say the tool indicates healthspan and lifespan.

Doctors Warn This Common Medication May Be Linked to Dementia Risk

Doctors Warn This Common Medication May Be Linked to Dementia Risk

Wellness

Common Medication May Be Linked to Dementia Risk

These drugs increase dementia risk by up to 36 percent.

Researchers Say These 9 Biohacking Secrets Are the Key to Living to 100

Researchers Say These 9 Biohacking Secrets Are the Key to Living to 100

Wellness

These 9 Biohacking Secrets Are the Key to Living to 100

These blue zone habits actually work, longevity experts say.

9 Tips on Living to 100 From People Who Have Done It

9 Tips on Living to 100 From People Who Have Done It

Wellness

9 Tips on Living to 100 From People Who Have Done It

Centenarians share their unique and unexpected wisdom.

If You’re Over 60, These 10 Everyday Habits Can Hurt Your Heart Health, Doctors Say

If You’re Over 60, These 10 Everyday Habits Can Hurt Your Heart Health, Doctors Say

Wellness

Over 60? 10 Everyday Habits Hurting Your Heart Health

Doctors reveal these scary hidden heart hazards.

Pharmacist Says You Should Never Take These 3 Supplements

Pharmacist Says You Should Never Take These 3 Supplements

Wellness

Pharmacist Says You Should Never Take These 3 Supplements

Are you taking these useless vitamins?

Doctor Shares Her #1 Diet Tip to Lose That Stubborn Belly Fat After Menopause

Doctor Shares Her #1 Diet Tip to Lose That Stubborn Belly Fat After Menopause

Wellness

Doctor Shares #1 Diet Tip to Lose Menopause Belly Fat

Try this if your menopausal bulge won’t budge.

Nutritionists Say You Should Be Eating These 10 Vitamin-Rich Foods

Nutritionists Say You Should Be Eating These 10 Vitamin-Rich Foods

Wellness

10 Best Vitamin-Rich Foods to Add to Your Diet Now

Nutritionists say these have serious health benefits.

If You're Over 60, These 7 Drug Combinations Can Be Especially Dangerous, Doctors Say

If You're Over 60, These 7 Drug Combinations Can Be Especially Dangerous, Doctors Say

Wellness

If You're Over 60, These 7 Drug Combinations Can Be Dangerous

Always give your doctor your full list of medications.

20 Easy Camping Meals for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

20 Easy Camping Meals for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Campsite Cooking

20 Easy Camping Meals for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

From sunrise scrambles to sizzling campfire dinners.

Doctor Says These 10 Supplements Can Damage Your Digestive System

Doctor Says These 10 Supplements Can Damage Your Digestive System

Wellness

10 Supplements That Can Damage Your Digestive System

According to a doctor.

The Top 4 Walking Routines for Weight Loss After 60, Trainers Say

The Top 4 Walking Routines for Weight Loss After 60, Trainers Say

Wellness

The Top 4 Walking Routines for Weight Loss After 60

Trainers say these workouts will have you feeling your best.

Doctor pointing to a model of a kidney

Doctor pointing to a model of a kidney

Wellness

Doctors Say These 8 Supplements Can Damage Your Kidneys

Especially at high doses.

Eating These 12 Foods Can Improve Your Liver Health, Doctors Say

Eating These 12 Foods Can Improve Your Liver Health, Doctors Say

Wellness

Eating These 12 Foods Can Improve Your Liver Health

Doctors say they can help prevent fatty liver disease and cirrhosis.

Experts Say Never Wear These 10 Items on a Plane

Experts Say Never Wear These 10 Items on a Plane

Travel

10 Clothing Items You Shouldn't Wear on a Plane

From impractical items to accessories that put your safety at risk.

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