Lindsey Bever - Reporter at The Washington Post

About

I am a health and wellness reporter for The Washington Post, covering women's health and mental health and writing a science-based, fact-or-fiction column called “Is It True?” I have a B.S. in journalism from Texas Christian University and an M.S. in digital journalism from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, where I was also a fellow at the Toni Stabile Center for Investigative Journalism.I am a member of Investigative Reporters and Editors and Association of Health Care Journalists.

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Melatonin vs. magnesium: Which is better for your sleep?

Melatonin vs. magnesium: Which is better for your sleep? Lindsey Bever Updated Sun, August 2, 2026 at 10:00 AM UTC 6 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Key takeaways Powered by Yahoo Scout. Yahoo is using AI to ... See more

yahoo.com•Lindsey Bever•Aug 2, 2026

Science suggests cringeworthy dad jokes may serve a real purpose

When does a joke become a dad joke? When it becomes apparent. At some point, you’ve probably been bamboozled by a good (or terrible) dad joke — those silly one-liners known for their pun-y, often groan-worthy humor. But there may be more to them than you ... See more

seattletimes.com•Lindsey Bever•Jun 19, 2026

This is the most common cause of vertigo - and how to treat it at home

If you have had vertigo, you’re familiar with the sensation that you are swirling, swaying or tilting when, in actuality, you’re not moving at all. Unlike dizziness - which causes lightheadedness or unsteadiness - vertigo feels more like spinning. It can ... See more

unionleader.com•Lindsey Bever•May 30, 2026

Fall asleep faster using these science-backed tips

If you’re like a lot of people, you probably fall short of the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep each night — maybe because of a sleep disorder, anxiety and stress, too much caffeine or distractions such as your laptop or phone. Even if you’ve trie... See more

seattletimes.com•Lindsey Bever•May 21, 2026

Why women may feel they need more sleep than men

Why women may feel they need more sleep than men If you spend time on social media, you’ve probably seen posts proclaiming women need more sleep than men. The idea may resonate if you’re a woman who feels busy, overstimulated and constantly exhausted. But... See more

theage.com.au•Lindsey Bever•Apr 27, 2026

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