Colleen de Bellefonds

Colleen de Bellefonds is a Paris-based health and wellness journalist and content strategist with more than a decade of experience regularly writing and editing for publications including WhatToExpect.com, Women’s Health, WebMD, Healthgrades.com and CleanPlates.com. Prior to moving to Paris, she was a senior editor for WhatToExpect.com, where she oversaw a team of freelance writers, managed editorial calendar, and worked closely with the product team to distribute content in the app and newsletters. Colleen is also a certified barre instructor. You can check out her work at http://colleendebellefonds.com/.

Articles by Colleen de Bellefonds

Here’s Why You Have to Strengthen Your Pelvic Floor

Did you know that you can over-exercise your pelvic floor? Here’s what every woman needs to know about pelvic floor disorders, Kegel exercises and more.

Hypothyroidism: What Is It and How to Know When It’s More Than Exhaustion

If you’re feeling more tired than usual and can’t seem to bounce back, it might be hypothyroidism. Learn how to spot the symptoms and how to treat it.

Runners May Have Healthier Knees Than Non-Runners

A new study shows that running can help strengthen the muscles and cartilage around your knees. Here’s what runners and running skeptics need to know.

Can You Really Catch Up on Sleep?

Snoozed only four hours last night? Find out how to catch up on sleep, whether napping works, and how to get your circadian rhythm back on track.

Should You Really Shake Your Salt Cravings?

Salt has gotten a bad rap over the years, but new research shows that sodium isn’t the only factor that affects blood pressure and heart disease risk.