Experience

Dr. Julia Porter has worked in Higher Education since 2008, following a career as a High School teacher in Brooklyn, NY. She holds a PhD in Global Leadership from Indiana Tech, an MA in English Literature from Brooklyn College, and a BS in English Education from Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis (IUPUI). She lives in Indiana with her husband, daughter, and rambunctious Australian Shepherd.

Articles

The 5 Simple Tricks That Helped Me Lose 300 Pounds

When 29-year-old Lexi Reed reached 485 pounds, she knew she had to make a change. Two years later, she's been wildly successful following these five simple rules.

14 Pros and Cons of the Whole30 Diet You Should Know Before You Start It

With the popularity of Whole30, you may be tempted to give it a whirl. But, like any major lifestyle change with the pros, come the cons. Read on to see if Whole30 is right for you.

10 Ways to Support a Friend or Relative with Cancer

Don't worry that you'll do the wrong thing—just focus on all the ways you can offer support. Here, cancer experts and survivors reveal the actions and deeds that helped the most.