Krista Elkins

Wellness Blog
Krista Elkins

About the Author:

Health & Wellness Writer

Krista Elkins has 20 years of experience in healthcare, both as a paramedic (NRP) and registered nurse (RN). She has worked on both ground and helicopter ambulances (CCP-C, CFRN), and in ER, ICU, primary care, psychiatric, and wilderness medicine. She practices and has a devoted life-long interest in preventative medicine. She is a conscientious, research-driven writer who cares about accuracy and ethics.

L-Theanine and Caffeine: Should You Take Them Together?

If you turn to caffeine for focus and L-theanine for relaxation, can you combine them to get both benefits? Here’s what happens to your body when you take them both at once—as supplements or in your favorite cuppa!

Coq10 can benefit a woman’s overall health

7 CoQ10 Benefits for Women You Should Know About

Is coenzyme Q10 beneficial for women’s health? Yes! This powerful free radical scavenger supports everything from heart and brain health to energy production and healthy aging.

Vitamin B12 and Folic Acid: Can I Take B Vitamins Together?

Should you take B12 and folic acid supplements together? Here’s what happens to your body when you take this B vitamin duo—from your heart to your brain to your digestive system.

NAC and milk thistle are good friends of healthy liver function

NAC vs. Milk Thistle: Which Is Best for Your Liver?

If you've been looking for a liver health supplement, there are two that get top billing: NAC and milk thistle. But which is best for your needs? Here's what you need to know to decide.

When to Start Taking Prenatal Vitamins

Before you worry about breastfeeding or babyproofing your house, there’s one key step you need to take to keep your baby healthy and safe: prenatal vitamins. Here’s how (and when) to take them.

Wheat germ contains essential nutrients that support healthy aging

What Is Wheat Germ?

Wheat germ: the tiny food that packs a nutritional punch. But is it a superfood? Here’s the lowdown on wheat germ benefits.

DGL Supplements: The Digestive Health Benefits of Licorice Root

Digestive discomfort thwarting your groove? Tap into the benefits of DGL supplements to help cool things down and move along comfortably. Here’s what you need to know.

Chronic stress and high levels of stress hormones can lead to accumulated fat

Cortisol Belly: Is Stress Making Your Tummy Stick Out?

If your tummy isn’t as flat as it used to be, could your cortisol levels be to blame? Here’s the science behind “cortisol belly,” plus 9 tips to keep an even keel—and, perhaps…a trimmer middle?

9 Health Benefits of Maca Root

Looking for libido support? Maca root’s many health benefits (particularly in the bedroom) have been touted for centuries. But does the science support the hype?

Vitamin B3 is essential for hundreds of biological processes

Niacin Flush vs. No Flush: What’s the Difference?

When it comes to niacin, what’s better: flush or no flush? The answer may surprise you. Here’s what you need to know about taking vitamin B3 in high doses.

Bed Rotting: A New Way of Self-Care

“Rotting” in bed might not sound appealing, but it’s all the rage among the TikTok crowd. What’s this self-care trend about? Here’s everything you need to know.

Turmeric, a superfood for a heatlhy inflammatory response

What Are the Benefits of Turmeric?

Turmeric is famous for adding color and flavor to your foods. But the active compounds in this superfood confer a plethora of health benefits—ranging from promoting a healthy inflammatory response to keeping your heart and brain healthy.

Is Cranberry Juice Good for Your Kidneys?

Cranberry juice is well known for supporting urinary health, especially in women. But is it good for your kidneys? Here’s the lowdown on this little round red fruit.

Vitamin B12 is essential for youthful energy levels

Does B12 Give You Energy?

The body uses vitamin B12 to get energy from the foods you eat, but does a B12 dietary supplement really increase energy? It’s not really a true “yes” or “no” answer—here’s why.

When to Take Fiber Supplements

Are you getting enough fiber in your diet? The truth is you’re probably not—because it’s simply not easy to get enough fiber from diet alone. Here’s why a high-quality supplement is the ace up your sleeve, helping you meet daily fiber needs to stay healthy.

PQQ is a powerful nutrient known to support youthful energy levels

PQQ Supplements: Help Bring Back Your Youthful Energy

A small molecule found in soil, breast milk and even ancient interstellar dust, PQQ is a substance that supports youthful energy at the cellular level—but we don’t produce it on our own. Here’s everything you need to know about supplementing with PQQ.

Kegel Exercises: How to Support Your Pelvic Floor

Kegel exercises are designed to strengthen pelvic flood muscles and maintain bladder health and function, especially as we age. Here’s everything you need to know about Kegels—plus, five wellness tips for a healthy bladder and urinary health.

Sexual mindfulness helps you spice up intimacy with your partner

What is Sexual Mindfulness?

What’s better than sex? Mindful sex! Sexual mindfulness is a body-mind practice that enhances intimacy and pleasures—including, yes, the “big O.” Follow these expert tips with your partner.

Does Menopause Cause Mood Swings? 12 Wellness Hacks

Feel like you’ve got mood swings that never really go away? Your mood swings may be due to menopause. Here’s how to tell, plus 12 hacks to help you get a handle on your hormones.

Balance between training and resting is essential for optimal performance

Working Out Too Much? 15 Recovery Tips

Are you training hard but not seeing the results you want? You may be overtraining. Here’s how to know if you have overtraining syndrome. Plus, 15 tips on how to recover!