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adrienne matei @ffoxpack

Environment & lifestyle writer @GuardianUS / freelance tech, culture, trends / bylines in The New York Times, The Atlantic, WSJ & more. Columbia journalism.

Joined July 2011
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Wrote a little something about KOTH & the sacrifices required to create a web of human relations. theatlantic.com/culture/arch…

‘King of the Hill’ Now Looks Like a Fantasy

The sitcom returns with a vision of suburban America that’s harder to come by.

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My piece on why colour perception can decline with age: theguardian.com/wellness/202…

Was everything brighter 40 years ago? How color perception changes as we age

Do things look duller? As we age, the way we see the world can change – literally

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Senior cohousing could alleviate the eldercare crisis, reduce loneliness, and boost joy in later life; why don't more seniors know it's an option? theguardian.com/wellness/202…

‘A vastly superior way to live’: why more seniors should choose cohousing

Unlike nursing homes or living alone (and lonely), cohousing emphasizes community and mutual support

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We think about people using ai for work and school, but it’s also reshaping interpersonal communications and all the little notes we write each other to bond. My latest: theguardian.com/wellness/ng-…

‘Hey man, I’m so sorry for your loss’: should you use AI to text?

Artificial intelligence has entered the personal chat. What does that say about human relationships?

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Always gross to talk about kitchens with microbiologists, and yet I learn things (don't buy bagged lettuce in the US rn!) theguardian.com/wellness/202…

Don’t rinse raw chicken: nine food safety tips from microbiologists

We all have questionable kitchen habits – experts break down how to avoid spreading pathogens at home

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btw i am on bluesky now bsky.app/profile/did:plc:czl…

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Hypernormalization captures this juxtaposition of the dysfunctional and mundane. My new story on why our brains feel so weird rn: theguardian.com/wellness/ng-…

Systems are crumbling – but daily life continues. The dissonance is real

If everything feels broken but strangely normal, the Soviet-era concept of hypernormalization can help

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For @guardian, @ColumbiaJournMA alum @ffoxpack (MA Arts and Culture '19) writes about an eating disorder that focuses on food purity. theguardian.com/global/2025/…

‘I was scared to even eat the vegetables in my fridge’: the eating disorder that focuses on food...

As health institutions collapse and Maha influencers spread food fears, experts say orthorexia is on the rise

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In MAHA America, "eating clean" isn’t just wellness, it’s ideology. My latest for The Guardian looks at food purity culture, orthorexia, and what happens when personal responsibility replaces public health. theguardian.com/global/2025/…

‘I was scared to even eat the vegetables in my fridge’: the eating disorder that focuses on food...

As health institutions collapse and Maha influencers spread food fears, experts say orthorexia is on the rise

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Formerly anti-vax parents on how they changed their minds: ‘I really made a mistake’ (@ffoxpack - @guardian) redef.com/item/67c0cbe4d993a…

Formerly anti-vax parents on how they changed their minds: ‘I really made a mistake’

Researchers believe personal stories are more persuasive than facts alone in addressing vaccine skepticism

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"I felt like I had done the research." Many anti-vaxxers don’t think they’re rejecting science, they think they’re uncovering hidden truths. But what happens when they realize they were wrong? I wrote about the path to changing minds: theguardian.com/global/2025/…

Formerly anti-vax parents on how they changed their minds: ‘I really made a mistake’

Researchers believe personal stories are more persuasive than facts alone in addressing vaccine skepticism

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JD Vance might think the 'whole purpose of the postmenopausal female' is free childcare, but plenty of grandmothers are busy living full, fulfilling lives of their own. A new story for the Guardian: theguardian.com/wellness/202…

Taking care of the grandchildren? No, thanks: ‘I love my obligation-free life’

The belief that mothers should focus solely on their children is no longer the default. But with grandmothers, traditional ideas still hold sway

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@ffoxpack asked what makes me happy. I told her: dogs. And I love (some of) the same things as dogs: fresh air, treats, cuddles, #Talking2Strangers. theguardian.com/lifeandstyle…

‘The two of us book a karaoke room for an hour. It’s like tiramisu for the soul’ What’s on your...

From a ‘starter’ of dishing out compliments to a ‘dessert’ of smashing laptops in rage rooms, scientists and authors share 15 portion-sized ideas for a positivity boost

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8 Jan 2025
Is that true? How to spot health misinformation online. By @ffoxpack via @guardian: theguardian.com/wellness/202… Featuring myself @Shine_Danielle @CaulfieldTim @dr_andrealove @DrJenGunter @LabMuffin et al.
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Seems like a good day to brush up on how to clock wellness bullshit online! theguardian.com/wellness/202…

Are you falling for wellness misinformation online? Here’s how to tell

Social media is rife with alarming advice and warnings – experts share red flags to avoid

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22 Dec 2024
Love this article by ⁦@ffoxpack (even though it is a bit close to home…)⁩: ‘He kept going until he couldn’t’: why do boomer men refuse to slow down? theguardian.com/wellness/202…

‘He kept going until he couldn’t’: why do boomer men refuse to slow down?

Those born in the baby boomer generation are entering the longest phase of elderhood in history, full of potential but also fraught with challenges

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Could breast implants be causing autoimmune issues? Without a formal diagnosis, those suffering symptoms can't always find the help they need. My story for The Guardian: theguardian.com/wellness/202…

Can breast implants make you sick?

While not a formal diagnosis, an autoimmune dysfunction known as breast implant illness has gained traction

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shout out to @michellevisage
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Can breast implants make you sick? While not a formal diagnosis, an autoimmune dysfunction known as breast implant illness has gained traction, by @ffoxpack theguardian.com/wellness/202… via @guardian

Can breast implants make you sick?

While not a formal diagnosis, an autoimmune dysfunction known as breast implant illness has gained traction

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Content creators claim okra water is the ticket to a WAP. I looked into it. theguardian.com/wellness/202…

What is okra water and is it good for your health?

In the world of infused water trends, okra water is having a moment, and here’s what you need to know about it

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