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Emily Shiffer

POPSUGAR Contributor

Emily Shiffer is a freelance writer living in Pennsylvania. She is a former online staffer at Men's Health and Prevention magazines who currently contributes content to POPSUGAR; Women's Health; Runner's World; Shape; Health; Reader's Digest; Eat This, Not That!; Parents; and more. Emily loves learning about the latest trends in wellness and talking to health experts about them.

www.emilyjshiffer.com

Latest Posts by Emily

$Signs You're Allergic to Latex Condoms$

The Rare Allergy You May Not Realise You Have Until You Start Having Sex

by Emily Shiffer 05/2/20

Can You Eat Hummus on a Low-Carb Diet?

A Dietitian Explains How to Eat Hummus Without Sabotageing Your Low-Carb Diet

by Emily Shiffer 11/10/19

Does Swimming Build Muscle?

This Is 1 Way Swimming May Have the Edge on Other Cardio Workouts, According to Experts

by Emily Shiffer 02/8/19

Can Working Out at Night Help You Sleep?

Bad News: Your Late-Night Cardio Sessions Could Be Sabotaging Your Sleep

by Emily Shiffer 21/7/19

Can Drinking Tea at Night Help You Sleep?

Having Trouble Falling Asleep? Try Drinking 1 of These Teas Before Climbing Into Bed

by Emily Shiffer 12/7/19

Is It Normal to Need More Than 8 Hours of Sleep?

It Actually Isn't Normal to Need More Than 7 to 9 Hours of Sleep, but There Are a Few Exceptions

by Emily Shiffer 09/7/19

Do I Have a Summer Cold or Seasonal Allergies?

Is It a Summer Cold or Seasonal Allergies? A Doctor Explains How to Tell Them Apart

by Emily Shiffer 06/7/19

How to Sleep With a Sunburn

How to Soothe a Sunburn So You Can Better Rest at Night, According to a Dermatologist

by Emily Shiffer 07/7/19

Who Is Jacob Elordi Dating?

Everyone Jacob Elordi Has Dated, From Zendaya to Olivia Jade Giannulli

by Emily Shiffer 03/11/23

Does Green Tea Stain Your Teeth?

Yes, Tea Can Stain Your Teeth, but a Dentist Says These Varieties Are Better Than the Rest

by Emily Shiffer 18/5/19

Can You Work Out After Getting a Tattoo?

Here's Why You May Need to Avoid Working Out For a Few Days After Getting a Tattoo

by Emily Shiffer 06/5/19

How Often Should I Replace My Toothbrush?

You're Not Replacing Your Toothbrush Often Enough, and Frankly, It's a Little Gross

by Emily Shiffer 18/4/19

Can Seasonal Allergies Cause a Fever?

You Can Blame Your Allergies For a Lot of Symptoms This Spring, but This Isn't 1 of Them

by Emily Shiffer 27/4/19

Why Do I Crave Salt on My Period?

A Doctor Explains Why You Can't Stop Eating Those Crunchy, Salty Crisps on Your Period

by Emily Shiffer 14/4/19

Are Self-Cleaning Water Bottles Better For You?

Wondering If You Should Invest in a Self-Cleaning Water Bottle? We Asked a Germ Expert

by Emily Shiffer 27/4/19

Does Hitting the Snooze Button Make You More Tired?

This Sleep Doctor Has Very Bad News For Those Who Constantly Slam the Snooze Button

by Emily Shiffer 03/4/19

How to Add Oatmeal to Chilli

My Secret to Making Amazing Chilli? Adding Oatmeal

by Emily Shiffer 01/4/19

Should You Brush Your Teeth Before or After Eating Breakfast

A Dentist Warned That This Morning Habit Could Be Secretly Damageing Your Teeth

by Emily Shiffer 27/3/19

Can the Temperature in Your Office Make You Sick?

Can Those Hot 1 Day, Cold the Next Office Temps Make You and Your Coworkers Sick?

by Emily Shiffer 14/3/19

Can You Lose Weight by Walking an Hour a Day?

Yes, You Can Lose Weight Walking as Little as 30 Minutes a Day — but There's a Catch

by Emily Shiffer 13/3/19

Why Your Gums Swell and Bleed During Pregnancy

Bleeding Gums During Pregnancy? Yep, That's a Thing That Happens

by Emily Shiffer 13/3/19

Can People Tell When You Look at Their Instagram?

Can People Tell When You Look at Their Instagram? We Have Good and Bad News

by Emily Shiffer 20/2/19

Is Kombucha Bad For Your Teeth?

We Asked Dentists If Kombucha Is Damageing to Your Teeth, and You Might Want to Sit Down

by Emily Shiffer 20/2/19

Sleep Hygiene Tips

6 Habits Experts Swear by For More Restful Nights and Happier Mornings

by Emily Shiffer 31/1/19