Michele Ross

Michele Ross is a freelance writer, editor, and copy strategist, who is interested in topics related to beauty, fitness, nutrition, and wellness. Her work has appeared in publications such as Editorialist, RealSelf, and VICE, and has worked with brands like HUM Nutrition and Goldfaden MD. Michele received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Literary Studies at the Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts at The New School. She is currently based in Los Angeles by way of Tel Aviv and New York City.

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Eating Foods That Decrease Gut Inflammation Is an Effective Way To Boost Your Mood, Says a Nutritional Psychiatrist—Here’s How

Uma Naidoo, MD, a Harvard-trained nutritional psychiatrist, professional chef, and nutritional biologist, shares the top anti-inflammatory, mood-boosting foods that comprise her yay list and which to...

Michele Ross

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Eating Foods That Decrease Gut Inflammation Is an Effective Way To Boost Your Mood, Says a Nutritional Psychiatrist—Here’s How

Saffron Is Excellent for Long-Term Brain Health, Mood-Boosting Benefits, and (Of Course) Cooking

‘I’m a Gastroenterologist—Follow These 3 Simple Steps To Recover from Travel Constipation in No Time’

Lavender Is the Inflammation-Fighting, Sleep-Enhancing Herb of This Dietitian’s Dreams (and Yours)

‘I’m a Gastro—This Is My Go-To Morning Drink When I Need To Fuel My Body With Fiber and Protein, Fast’

‘I’m a Food Safety Expert, and These Are the 5 Most Common Mistakes I See When It Comes to Contamination Risk’

Just Me, or Does Fruit Always Taste Better Sliced Versus Whole? An RD Weighs In

Can Ketamine Therapy Really Cure Depression? Here’s What You Should Know About the Promising, Trending Treatment

The No. 1 Way To Fight Inflammation and Boost Your Gut Health Through Food, From a Functional Medicine RD

Ice Cubes (and Their Trays) Can Be a Breeding Ground for Bacteria—Here’s the Easiest Way To Avoid It, From a Food Safety Expert

Yes, Adding Salt to Coffee To Neutralize the Bitterness Is a Thing—But Should You?

​Why Expanding Your Palate Can Help You Live Longer

This Cinnamon Crunch Banana Bread Recipe Is Giving (Specifically, Gut- and Brain-Boosting Benefits) With Every Bite

Can Coffee Legitimately Make You Happier? Here’s What the Science Says

You Only Need 3 Ingredients and 5 Minutes To Make This Anti-Inflammatory Vegan Peach Soft Serve

Feel Like You’re Immune to Coffee? Here’s Why a Caffeine Tolerance Reset Can Help—And How To Do It

‘I’m an ENT—Use This 2-Second Trick To Ease Brain Freeze Instantly’

If I Want To Consume More Protein in the Morning, Which Alt-Milk Should I Add to My Coffee?

If You Love To Travel but Can’t Function Without Coffee: Putting These Cold Brew Packets in Your Suitcase Will Save Your Vacation

‘I’m a Private Chef Who Shops Erewhon Daily for My Celeb Clients—Here, 5 Clever ‘Workarounds’ To Save Big on Your Bill’

‘I’m a Gastro, and Eating More of These Fermented Foods Can Boost Your Sleep—in Addition to Your Digestion’

‘I’m a Food Safety Expert—Here’s Why I Will Never Drink the Airplane Coffee’

Meet the Korean-American Sisters Behind LA’s Hangari House, Who Honor Their Mother and Culture Through Plant-Based Cuisine

I Tried Journaling First Thing in the Morning Every Day for a Month, and I’m Floored by How Cathartic This Ritual Can Be

Why Expanding Your Palate Can Help You Live Longer