Karen Asp

Outside profile

Karen Asp is an award-winning journalist who specializes in health, fitness, nutrition, travel, and animals. She’s been widely published in numerous leading publications, including Better Homes & Gardens, O, Real Simple, Eating Well, Women’s Health, Prevention, and more. She’s also the author of Anti-Aging Hacks, a certified personal trainer, and Nordic walking world record holder who spends her spare time rescuing and fostering dogs.

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Wellness

5 Things Dermatologists Want You to Know About Sun Exposure

Skin cancer rates are rising and one in five Americans will be diagnosed with it before the age of 70

Published: Aug 3, 2025

Training & Performance

7 Ways to Keep Your Joints Healthy

Joint health is a cornerstone of staying active as you age. Not sure how to work on it? Start with these seven expert tips.

Published: Nov 3, 2023

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Wellness

8 Dos and Don’ts of Living with Anxiety, According to Experts

How to worry less and feel more like yourself

Published: Jul 22, 2023

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Wellness

8 Myths About Sleep That Experts Want You to Stop Believing Right Now

Because social media has nothing on science

Published: Jun 26, 2023 Updated: Jul 17, 2024

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Wellness

5 Ways to Take a Break at Work (in Less than 60 Seconds)

These science-backed hacks can help you lower your stress levels almost instantly

Published: May 31, 2023