
Lauren Gray
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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.
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.
Publications
- Best Life210 articles
- Best Lawyers
- MSN.com
Writes Most On
- 7 Everyday Foods That Secretly Spike Your Blood Sugar, Doctors Say13 Apr—Best LifeFoods don't have to be "sugary" to increase your glucose levels. iStock Apr 13, 2025 When it comes to keeping your insulin levels in check, most people think the solution is simple: cut out candy, skip dessert, and avoid sugary drinks. However, Raj Dasgupta, MD, the chief medical advisor for Garage Gym Reviews, says, "Managing your blood sugar is about a lot more than just avoiding sweets. There are several surprising foods that can cause blood sugar spikes—items you might not expect to have...
- 7 Easy StairMaster Workouts That'll Burn Calories and Melt Fat in No Time6 Apr—Best LifeWhen you’re looking to lose weight, simple lifestyle swaps can help put your goals within reach: For example, eschewing the elevator to take the stairs. Of course, devoting 30 minutes to a StairMaster workout can yield even quicker results. "When it comes to the StairMaster, I’ve seen firsthand how this underrated machine can deliver serious results," says Justin Kraft, an NASM-certified personal trainer, performance enhancement specialist, and the founder of Aspire 2 More Fitness. "I rely on...
- Doctors Reveal the Top 8 Reasons You Need More Calcium in Your Diet30 Mar—Best LifeWhen our nutritional needs are being met with all of the vitamins and minerals our bodies require, we rarely realize just how foundational they are to our health. However, if you develop a deficiency, you may notice a whole host of vital functions beginning to break down. In the case of calcium, it’s especially important to ensure that you’re getting enough as you age. Most adults require at least 1,000 mg of calcium per day, with that number increasing to 1,200 mg in senior men and 1,300 mg...
- 5 Elliptical Machine Workouts That Melt Fat and Build Endurance23 Mar—Best LifeWhether you’re looking to build physical endurance or boost heart health, the elliptical machine offers a full-body workout to suit your many aims. Of course, this foundational piece of gym equipment can also tip the scales toward meaningful and sustainable weight loss. Experts say that by strategically adjusting resistance levels and incline settings, you can safely lose up to two pounds per week with elliptical training. "The elliptical is a fantastic tool for losing weight, helping you to...
- 7 Fun Jump Rope Workouts That Torch Calories for Fast Results16 Mar—Best LifeWhen you’re looking to get fit and burn calories, it’s hard to overstate the simple power of consistency. As any fitness expert will tell you, more important than achievingfast results is your ability to achieve lasting results. That said, there are a few workout plans that can offer immediate benefits while also setting you up for long-term success. A jump rope workout—requiring little in terms of financial investment or equipment—can be an accessible entry point to sustainable exercise for...