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Samantha Lauriello

POPSUGAR Contributor

Samantha lives in New York City and strives to balance her love of storytelling, addiction to traveling, and slight problem with magazine hoarding.

Latest Posts From Samantha

Can You Really Drink Too Much Water?

Jul 11, 2024

Can You Really Drink Too Much Water?

"Make sure to drink a lot of water" — you've heard it from your parents, coaches, doctors, and friends.

The Most Common Side Effects of Plan B, According to MDs

Jul 6, 2022

The Most Common Side Effects of Plan B, According to MDs

Taking emergency contraception is intimidating.

Breathe In the Benefits of Hot Yoga to Combat a Common Cold

Oct 10, 2018

Breathe In the Benefits of Hot Yoga to Combat a Common Cold

Your battle against the common cold is led by your two closest supporters: your body and your mind.

14 Healthy Lobster Recipes You Need to Try Before Summer Is Done

Aug 12, 2018

14 Healthy Lobster Recipes You Need to Try Before Summer Is Done

Lobster may be known as the quintessential menu item for extravagant evenings, but many don't realize there are also plenty of ways to make the shellfish work for a weeknight dinner or Summer cookout.

30 Healthy Recipes Featuring Grilled Chicken

Jun 26, 2018

30 Healthy Recipes Featuring Grilled Chicken

As the weather gets warmer and the sun sets later, you'll likely be itching to stay outside longer.

Aspirin Could Actually Be the Culprit of Your Pain — Here Are Signs You're Allergic

Jun 13, 2018

Aspirin Could Actually Be the Culprit of Your Pain — Here Are Signs You're Allergic

It's been a hectic week, and just as you sit down to finish your work, all of the stress you've been dealing with catches up to you in the form of a nagging headache.

15 Smoothies That Will Have You Saying, "Oh Kale Yeah"

Jun 12, 2018

15 Smoothies That Will Have You Saying, "Oh Kale Yeah"

Beneath kale's leafy cape is a superfood chock-full of nutrients and versatile enough to be incorporated into a wide variety of dishes.

What to Do Each Month in 2018 to Make This Your Best Year Yet

Jun 1, 2018

What to Do Each Month in 2018 to Make This Your Best Year Yet

After the clouds of confetti have fallen and the bottles of Champagne have been popped, it comes time to start thinking about how you want to make this year even better than last.

Show Bloat Who's Boss With These Tricks to Reduce Discomfort

May 2, 2018

Show Bloat Who's Boss With These Tricks to Reduce Discomfort

If you ever feel like bloat has a bad habit of sneaking up on you at life's most inopportune times, we have some good news: there are things you can do to prevent your belly from ballooning.

This Small Town in Pennsylvania Needs to Be Your Next Weekend Escape

Apr 20, 2018

This Small Town in Pennsylvania Needs to Be Your Next Weekend Escape

There's something soothing about finding a place that takes the perks of a big city and scales them down to showcase small-town charm — not to mention at the beauty of small-town prices.

Running on Sand Can Ease Pain, but It Can Also Cause It If You're Not Careful

Apr 6, 2018

Running on Sand Can Ease Pain, but It Can Also Cause It If You're Not Careful

As your feet thump to the ground during a road run, you might find yourself starting to wonder if all of that pounding is going to affect your health.

Spring Break Destinations For a Calm, Not Crazed, Vacation

Mar 17, 2018

Spring Break Destinations For a Calm, Not Crazed, Vacation

When you're in your 20s, it seems like everyone you know heads south for Spring break with only two things in mind: alcohol and sunshine.