Stacey Leasca

Stacey is an award-winning journalist with nearly two decades of newsroom experience. Her photos, videos, and words have appeared in print or online for Travel + Leisure, TIME, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, Men's Health, GlobalPost, LA Confidential, and many more. Stacey also served as an adjunct professor of journalism at the University of Southern California teaching feature writing and visual journalism. She is now pursuing her Ph.D., specializing in building resiliency to disinformation in early-career journalists. Highlights: * 17+ years of journalism experience * 5+ years covering travel, wellness, and other lifestyle topics * Work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, TIME, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, Men's Health, GlobalPost, LA Confidential, and more * Former adjunct professor of journalism at the University of Southern California

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Latest from Stacey Leasca
The Easiest Herbs to Grow Indoors
The 12 Easiest Herbs to Grow Indoors
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How to Clean Your Shower Curtain and Liner
Non-perishable food: Best non-perishable emergency food to stockpile for a natural disaster, epidemic, or coronavirus pandemic
Here's the Best Food for Survival to Stockpile in an Emergency
What to Know About Daylight Saving Time and Your Health: woman turning off alarm clock
The End of Daylight Saving Time Can Be Bad for Your Health—Here's How
Hurricane Season Preparation 2021, wind in palm trees
Everything You Need to Know About Hurricane Season
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4 Spirulina Health Benefits—Plus, Recipes and When to Avoid It
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When You Should Choose Body Wash Over Bar Soap—and When to Stick With Bar Soap
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Loofahs Are Grosser Than You Think—Here's What to Use Instead
Legal Marijuana: Laws, Health Properties and What to Know: Cannabis plant on a yellow background
An Official Primer to Legalized Cannabis—From Health Properties to Legislation and Everything in Between
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Yes, You Really Do Need to Clean Your Vacuum Cleaner—Here's How
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How to Navigate the World of Telemedicine and Get the Virtual Care You Need
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4 Nutritious Reasons to Keep Munching on Wakame
Mental Health Benefits of Being Near Water: woman gazing out at the water
Why Being Near Water Could Be the Key to Boosting Happiness, According to Science
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Shopping Quotes and Sayings That'll Prepare You for Black Friday
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6 Nightly Techniques to Help You Get to Sleep Fast, According to Sleep Experts
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3 Nutritious Reasons to Eat Spaghetti Squash—and Tasty Recipes to Make
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Light Therapy Can Help Treat Seasonal Depression—Here's What to Know Before You Try It at Home
The Best Podcasts for Body Positive and Acceptance - woman on yoga mat looking at her phone
10 Body-Positivity Podcasts to Download for a Boost of Self-Love
Health Benefits of Garlic: Close up of purple garlic bunch
Love Garlic? Here Are 6 Mighty Health Benefits You'll Love Even More
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7 Physical Signs You're Way More Stressed Than You Realize
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7 Things to Consider When Choosing a Health Insurance Plan
Thinking About Getting Laser Hair Removal? Read This Before Booking Your Appointment
Thinking About Getting Laser Hair Removal? Read This Before Booking Your Appointment
Cooling Breathing Exercises to Beat the Heat
3 Calming, Cooling Breathing Exercises to Try When It's Too Hot to Function
What Is Color Therapy and How Does It Work: red chair, yellow chair
This Is What Color Therapy Is All About—and How to Try It at Home