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Jessie Van Amburg

Jessie Van Amburg is a freelance health writer and editor with 10 years’ experience working for top media brands. She specializes in reproductive and mental health issues. She was previously the senior food and health editor at Well+Good. Her work has been published on Time.com, WomensHealthMag.com, Wondermind, Katie Couric Media, Apartment Therapy, and more.

Jessie Van Amburg's Articles (11)

A person covering their eyes with their tattooed arm. They are feeling sick from stress. The background is a bright blue sky.

Mental Health

How Stress Can Make You Sick—and 9 Ways to Prevent It

A woman habit stacking by talking on the phone and walking outside at the same time.

Mindset

What Is Habit Stacking? Plus, 11 Habit-Stacking Examples for Forming New Wellness Routines

A man who only got six hours of sleep is yawning and rubbing his face while sitting at his work desk.

Sleep

Is 6 Hours of Sleep Enough to Function the Next Day? We Asked the Pros

A woman dancing while wearing exercise clothes and headphones.

Mental Health

How Exercise Changes Your Brain for the Better

A man breathing and feeling happy after a long morning run outside.

Mental Health

Does Exercise Really Improve Your Mental Health? These 9 Benefits Prove It

A man experiencing anxiety at night. He's sitting up in bed, closing his eyes, and rubbing his forehead in stress.

Sleep

5 Ways to Calm Anxiety at Night, According to Mental Health Pros