Mike Darling
Managing Editor, Tonic
Managing Editor, Tonic — Mental & Sexual Health, Fitness/Nutrition/Diet research, clinical applications of drugs
Gluten Is Perfectly Fine for the Vast Majority of People
There’s almost no proof that going gluten-free will do the average person any favors.
The Fat-Burning Effects of HIIT Workouts Are Exaggerated
Here’s a closer look at the science on cardio and weight loss and what it all means for you.
Anxiety's Favorite Canvas for Expressing Itself: Your Face
Negative emotions can trigger or worsen a wide range of conditions like acne, hair-thinning, and psoriasis.
The Curious Relationship Between Altitude and Suicide Risk
Americans who live in higher-altitude counties are at a higher risk for suicide. Here are a few things that might help explain the correlation.
Why Being Stressed All the Time Can Make You Sick
Early-life stress is especially concerning, according to recent research.
Replacing Abstinence-Only Sex Ed Could Reduce Sexual Violence
Teens who receive comprehensive sex education before college have a lower risk of being sexually assaulted.
Breakup Regret Is a Common and Salient Human Experience
An older British man admitted he thought of his high school sweetheart daily, even though he was married to another woman and they had adult children.
What Is Vitiligo and Why Do People Develop It?
Winnie Harlow and Amy Deanna, models who have vitiligo, are defying the stigma associated with the skin condition but it’s still a burden for many people.
This Is What Happens to Your Body When it's Shocked by Freezing Water
People who take the polar bear plunge often talk of feeling invigorated, like they've downed a shot glass of pure energy.
Tracking Your Fertility Can Be an Emotional Whirlwind
Women who use fertility tracking apps generally fall into one of five categories.
Santa Is a Surprisingly Popular Sex Symbol
There’s a lot of sexual innuendo built into the story and mythology of Santa, and research shows people are...feeling it.