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Cardiologist Insights—3-Second Morning Heart Disease Test—Parade

Ashley Broadwater is requesting input from cardiologists for an article on Parade.com about 'The 3-second morning test for detecting silent heart disease.' She asks: Please explain (from your own knowledge and experience) the [3-second morning test for detecting silent heart disease](https://substack.com/redirect/e34cb42c-6e72-4ff6-a539-658accb5b4b2). What are the steps? How trustworthy is this test? How does it help? When should someone see a doctor? What does “silent” heart disease mean and why are some cases 'silent'? Share any other tips for detecting and preventing silent heart disease, and anything else you would like to add. Submit your name, credentials, and link to your bio/about page. If referencing research, include a link. Confirm with Ashley before fully preparing your answers to ensure she still needs a source. The deadline is Thursday, February 5, EOD (11:59 p.m.). Do not use AI-generated responses.

Gastroenterologist or Dietitian Sources on Mushrooms-Gut Health-Parade

Ashley Broadwater is working on a story for Parade.com about 'How mushrooms are a key to gut health.' She is seeking gastroenterologists and registered dietitians as sources. Questions include: Please explain the way(s) in which mushrooms are beneficial for gut health; what are the other health benefits of mushrooms; how many mushrooms do you recommend eating for those gut health benefits; and what are other surprising/random foods that benefit gut health? Please provide your name, credentials, and a link to your bio/about page. If you mention a study or say “research,” please link it. Ashley asks that you reach out and let her know which request(s) you/your expert are interested in before writing up a response, as this is to ensure she has room to fit you in. The earlier you respond the better, but final deadline is Thursday, February 5, EOD (11:59 p.m.). Do not use AI to generate your answers, and make sure your or your client’s name is spelled correctly and bio link is correct.

Gastroenterologist Expert on Probiotic Foods for Gut Health - Parade

Ashley Broadwater is researching the best probiotic (food, not supplement) for gut health and bloating for Parade.com. She is looking for gastroenterologists as expert sources. She is requesting answers to: What is the best probiotic (food, not supplement) for gut health and bloating? Why or how does it help? What other health benefits does that food offer? How much do you recommend eating for those benefits? And, what are other probiotic-rich foods that help with gut health and bloating? Include your name, credentials, and a link to your bio/about page. Please send studies or research links if referenced. Contact Ashley before writing full responses to confirm spot availability. Early replies are preferred; the deadline is Thursday, February 5, EOD (11:59 p.m.). Please do not use AI to create answers.

Gastroenterologist & Dietitian on Bulgarian Yogurt Gut Benefits - Parade

Ashley Broadwater is working on a story for Parade.com exploring the claim that 'Bulgarian yogurt is the best yogurt for gut health.' She is seeking gastroenterologists and registered dietitians as sources. Questions include: What exactly is Bulgarian yogurt? Any favorite brands or places you purchase them? Please explain the way(s) in which Bulgarian yogurt is beneficial for gut health; what other health benefits does it offer; how much do you recommend consuming for gut benefits; and what are other surprising/random foods that benefit gut health? Provide your name, credentials, and link to your bio/about page. If mentioning a study or research, please include a link. Please check with her before preparing a response to ensure there is still room for a source. Deadline is Thursday, February 5, EOD (11:59 p.m.). Earlier submission is better, and answers generated by AI should not be used.

Cardiologists on Heart Failure Reversal-Deadline Feb 5-Parade

Ashley Broadwater is writing for Parade.com on 'How to reverse heart failure' and is looking for cardiologists to serve as sources. She is asking: What can someone do to reverse heart failure, and how long does it take? How likely is it to succeed, or what factors make it more likely? What does 'reversing' heart failure mean exactly? Anything else to add? Provide your name, credentials, and link to a bio or about page. Reference studies with links if you mention them. Please reach out before fully answering to check if she still needs sources for this topic. Deadline for responses is Thursday, February 5, EOD (11:59 p.m.). Submit earlier if possible. Do not use AI-generated answers.

Child Psychologists on Adult Traits from Childhood Shaming - Parade

Background: Ashley Broadwater is seeking child psychologists for an article for Parade.com about traits of adults who were shamed as kids. The aim is to understand how childhood shaming impacts adulthood and the traits that commonly manifest as a result. Request: - Name, credentials, link to bio/about page - What are some things that can lead to children being shamed or feeling shame? (Not in a victim-blaming way! May explore how parents/guardians neglect children, for example, and other reasons.) - How does shame affect children? - Generally, how can you tell if someone was shamed as a kid? - Please share 4 traits of adults who were shamed as kids. For each one, explain why you mentioned that trait / why it shows someone was shamed as a child. - How can someone heal shame that came from childhood trauma? Instructions: Please reach out and let Ashley know which request(s) you/your expert are interested in, and she’ll let you know if she has a spot available. This is to ensure you/your expert doesn’t waste time writing up responses when she doesn’t have room to fit you in. EOD for her means 11:59 p.m., but the earlier the better! If you mention a study or say “research,” please link it. Don’t use AI to generate your answers, please. Make sure your name/your client’s name is spelled correctly & the link you share for them is correct. Related resources: [url=https://substack.com/redirect/b9ffb31a-0af6-46be-9a4a-65eae775dcbc]Intro[/url], [url=https://substack.com/redirect/23936b45-419b-4bd4-ae93-53ca1ea5a7cb]resources for PR professionals[/url]

Psychology Expert on Adult Traits From Childhood Cyberbullying - Parade

Background: Ashley Broadwater is writing an article for Parade.com about the traits of adults who were cyberbullied as kids. The goal is to explore how cyberbullying in childhood shapes adult behavior and psychology. Request: - Name, credentials, link to bio/about page - Does cyberbullying affect children differently than ‘regular’ bullying? - Why can cyberbullying be so harmful? - Please share 4 traits of adults who were cyberbullied as kids. For each one, explain why it’s a product of childhood cyberbullying. - How can you educate a child on cyberbullying? - What should you do if your child is being cyberbullied? Instructions: Please reach out and let Ashley know which request(s) you/your expert are interested in, and she’ll let you know if she has a spot available. This is to ensure you/your expert doesn’t waste time writing up responses when she doesn’t have room to fit you in. EOD for her means 11:59 p.m., but the earlier the better! If you mention a study or say “research,” please link it. Don’t use AI to generate your answers, please. Make sure your name/your client’s name is spelled correctly & the link you share for them is correct. Related resources: [url=https://substack.com/redirect/b9ffb31a-0af6-46be-9a4a-65eae775dcbc]Intro[/url], [url=https://substack.com/redirect/23936b45-419b-4bd4-ae93-53ca1ea5a7cb]resources for PR professionals[/url]

Parenting Expert Sources on Adult Child Boundaries for Parade

Background: Ashley Broadwater is writing an article for Parade.com on signs you should set boundaries with your adult child. The aim is to help parents recognize boundary issues and address them proactively. Request: - Name, credentials, link to bio/about page - What are some common problems with adult children that require boundaries? (May or may not involve the adult child living at home with their parents.) - Please share 4 signs you should set boundaries with your adult child. For each, describe what might happen, why you shared this sign, etc. - How would you recommend initiating a conversation about boundaries with your adult child? - Please share 2 steps people can take to set boundaries with their adult children that show mutual respect. Please describe/explain each one. Instructions: Please reach out and let Ashley know which request(s) you/your expert are interested in, and she’ll let you know if she has a spot available. This is to ensure you/your expert doesn’t waste time writing up responses when she doesn’t have room to fit you in. EOD for her means 11:59 p.m., but the earlier the better! If you mention a study or say “research,” please link it. Don’t use AI to generate your answers, please. Make sure your name/your client’s name is spelled correctly & the link you share for them is correct. Related resources: [url=https://substack.com/redirect/b9ffb31a-0af6-46be-9a4a-65eae775dcbc]Intro[/url], [url=https://substack.com/redirect/23936b45-419b-4bd4-ae93-53ca1ea5a7cb]resources for PR professionals[/url]

Child Psychologists on Parental Boundary-Setting Traits for Parade

Background: Ashley Broadwater is seeking child psychologists for an article for Parade.com about traits of parents who successfully teach their kids about boundaries. The article will identify what traits make these parents effective in boundary-setting and why it matters for child development. Request: - Name, credentials, link to bio/about page - Why is it so important to teach your child about boundaries? - Please share 4 traits of parents who successfully teach their kids about boundaries. For each, explain the trait and why you mentioned it here or how it’s helpful. - How can you teach your children about boundaries? Instructions: Please reach out and let Ashley know which request(s) you/your expert are interested in, and she’ll let you know if she has a spot available. This is to ensure you/your expert doesn’t waste time writing up responses when she doesn’t have room to fit you in. EOD for her means 11:59 p.m., but the earlier the better! If you mention a study or say “research,” please link it. Don’t use AI to generate your answers, please. Make sure your name/your client’s name is spelled correctly & the link you share for them is correct. Related resources: [url=https://substack.com/redirect/b9ffb31a-0af6-46be-9a4a-65eae775dcbc]Intro[/url], [url=https://substack.com/redirect/23936b45-419b-4bd4-ae93-53ca1ea5a7cb]resources for PR professionals[/url]

Pharmacists on Iron Supplement Misuse for Parade

2. The One Supplement Pharmacists Say People Take Incorrectly Most Often (iron - should never be taken unless it’s under the guidance of a doctor and there’s a clear deficiency) Publication: Parade.com Sources needed: Pharmacists Deadline to answer questions: Thursday, January 22, EOD Questions: - Name, credentials, link to bio/about page - Why are people quick to take iron? - Please provide a quote on people taking iron, most often, incorrectly. - What are your concerns with iron? Why should people not take it without medical advice and a clear deficiency? - What constitutes a “clear deficiency” re: iron? - Anything else you’d like to add? General submission instructions: Please reach out and let me know which request(s) you/your expert are interested in, and I’ll let you know if I have a spot available. This is to ensure you/your expert doesn’t waste time writing up responses when I don’t have room to fit you in! - If you mention a study or say “research,” please link it. - Make sure your (or your client’s) name is spelled correctly and the link you share is correct. - Don’t use AI to generate your answers, please! - EOD for me means 11:59 p.m., but the earlier the better!

Medical Experts on St John’s Wort-Melatonin Risks for Parade

1. Never Combine These 2 ‘Natural’ Supplements Without Medical Advice (St John’s Wort + Melatonin) Publication: Parade.com Sources needed: RDs, pharmacists, doctors, etc Deadline to answer questions: Thursday, January 22, EOD Questions: - Name, credentials, link to bio/about page - Why might someone want to take both St. John’s Wort and melatonin? - Why should people not combine these supplements without medical advice? What are the risks, and how likely are they? - Please describe what “combining” means — at the same time? in the same day? etc - What are St. John’s Wort alternatives people can take with melatonin, and what are melatonin alternatives people can take with St. John’s Wort? - Anything else you’d like to add? General submission instructions: Please reach out and let me know which request(s) you/your expert are interested in, and I’ll let you know if I have a spot available. This is to ensure you/your expert doesn’t waste time writing up responses when I don’t have room to fit you in! - If you mention a study or say “research,” please link it. - Make sure your (or your client’s) name is spelled correctly and the link you share is correct. - Don’t use AI to generate your answers, please! - EOD for me means 11:59 p.m., but the earlier the better!

Psychologist Source on High-Level Narcissistic Siblings for Parade

3. Signs of a High-Level Narcissistic Sibling Publication: Parade.com Sources needed: Psychologist Deadline to answer questions: Tuesday, Dec. 30, EOD (or close to that and keep me posted) Questions: - Name, credentials, link to bio/about page - What is a high-level narcissist? - What’s it like having a high-level narcissistic sibling? - Please share 7 signs of a high-level narcissistic sibling, and explain each in a few sentences. - How can someone deal with a high-level narcissistic sibling? General submission instructions: Please reach out and let me know which request(s) you/your expert are interested in, and I’ll let you know if I have a spot available. This is to ensure you/your expert doesn’t waste time writing up responses when I don’t have room to fit you in! EOD for me means 11:59 p.m., but the earlier the better! If you mention a study or say “research,” please link it! Please check out the intro [url=https://substack.com/redirect/bd2bc562-c0d4-4e3f-b50e-f8d0887328d4]here[/url], and see [url=https://substack.com/redirect/5a0458db-1ea8-473d-bce1-4e0ba8ecd741]resources for PR professionals[/url]. Make sure your name / your client’s name is spelled correctly & the link you share for them is correct. Don’t use AI to generate your answers. Ashley Broadwater [url=https://substack.com/@ashleybroadwater]https://substack.com/@ashleybroadwater[/url]

Child Psychologists on Parent-Teen Disagreements for Parade

1. Battles With Teenagers That Are Not Worth Fighting Publication: Parade.com Sources needed: Child psychologists Deadline to answer questions: Tuesday, Dec. 30, EOD (or close to that and keep me posted) Questions: - Name, credentials, link to bio/about page - What are common themes in battles between parents and teenagers? - Please share 5-6 fights with a teenager that aren’t worth it. Please explain why it’s not worth fighting, in a few sentences for each. - What should parents do instead of starting or continuing to fight about those topics? - How can parents reconnect with their teenagers after a tough conversation? General submission instructions: Please reach out and let me know which request(s) you/your expert are interested in, and I’ll let you know if I have a spot available. This is to ensure you/your expert doesn’t waste time writing up responses when I don’t have room to fit you in! EOD for me means 11:59 p.m., but the earlier the better! If you mention a study or say “research,” please link it! Please check out the intro [url=https://substack.com/redirect/bd2bc562-c0d4-4e3f-b50e-f8d0887328d4]here[/url], and see [url=https://substack.com/redirect/5a0458db-1ea8-473d-bce1-4e0ba8ecd741]resources for PR professionals[/url]. Make sure your name / your client’s name is spelled correctly & the link you share for them is correct. Don’t use AI to generate your answers. Ashley Broadwater [url=https://substack.com/@ashleybroadwater]https://substack.com/@ashleybroadwater[/url]

Child Psychologists for Teen Red Flag Fights Feature - Parade

2. Fights With Your Teen That Are Red Flags Publication: Parade.com Background: Compared to the request above, this pertains to fights/battles that are worth “fighting.” Sources needed: Child psychologists Deadline to answer questions: Tuesday, Dec. 30, EOD (or close to that and keep me posted) Questions: - Name, credentials, link to bio/about page - Please share 5-6 fights with a teen that are red flags. For each, explain why it’s a red flag in a few sentences. - What should parents do if they’re having those red-flag fights with their teenagers? - How can parents best show their teenage child that they support them? General submission instructions: Please reach out and let me know which request(s) you/your expert are interested in, and I’ll let you know if I have a spot available. This is to ensure you/your expert doesn’t waste time writing up responses when I don’t have room to fit you in! EOD for me means 11:59 p.m., but the earlier the better! If you mention a study or say “research,” please link it! Please check out the intro [url=https://substack.com/redirect/bd2bc562-c0d4-4e3f-b50e-f8d0887328d4]here[/url], and see [url=https://substack.com/redirect/5a0458db-1ea8-473d-bce1-4e0ba8ecd741]resources for PR professionals[/url]. Make sure your name / your client’s name is spelled correctly & the link you share for them is correct. Don’t use AI to generate your answers. Ashley Broadwater [url=https://substack.com/@ashleybroadwater]https://substack.com/@ashleybroadwater[/url]

Child Psychologist on Adult Success Habits for Parade

6. You’ve ‘Succeeded’ as a Parent If Your Adult Child Has These Subtle Habits Publication: Parade.com Sources needed: Child psychologists Deadline to answer questions: Tuesday, Dec. 30, EOD (or close to that and keep me posted) Questions: - Name, credentials, link to bio/about page - What does “success” look like as a parent? - “Successful” parents have adult children with what 6-7 subtle habits? Please describe/explain each in a few sentences. - How can a parent continue to “successfully” raise adult children? General submission instructions: Please reach out and let me know which request(s) you/your expert are interested in, and I’ll let you know if I have a spot available. This is to ensure you/your expert doesn’t waste time writing up responses when I don’t have room to fit you in! EOD for me means 11:59 p.m., but the earlier the better! If you mention a study or say “research,” please link it! Please check out the intro [url=https://substack.com/redirect/bd2bc562-c0d4-4e3f-b50e-f8d0887328d4]here[/url], and see [url=https://substack.com/redirect/5a0458db-1ea8-473d-bce1-4e0ba8ecd741]resources for PR professionals[/url]. Make sure your name / your client’s name is spelled correctly & the link you share for them is correct. Don’t use AI to generate your answers. Ashley Broadwater [url=https://substack.com/@ashleybroadwater]https://substack.com/@ashleybroadwater[/url]

Psychologist Source on Adult Children-Parent Needs for Parade

4. Things Adult Children Need From Parents/Grandparents, but Won’t Ask For Publication: Parade.com Sources needed: Psychologists Deadline to answer questions: Tuesday, Dec. 30, EOD (or close to that and keep me posted) Questions: - Name, credentials, link to bio/about page - Please share 5-6 things adult children need from their parents/grandparents that they might not ask for. Please explain each in a few sentences. - How can you start conversations with your adult child or grandchild about these topics? - What are good ways to connect more with your adult child or grandchild? General submission instructions: Please reach out and let me know which request(s) you/your expert are interested in, and I’ll let you know if I have a spot available. This is to ensure you/your expert doesn’t waste time writing up responses when I don’t have room to fit you in! EOD for me means 11:59 p.m., but the earlier the better! If you mention a study or say “research,” please link it! Please check out the intro [url=https://substack.com/redirect/bd2bc562-c0d4-4e3f-b50e-f8d0887328d4]here[/url], and see [url=https://substack.com/redirect/5a0458db-1ea8-473d-bce1-4e0ba8ecd741]resources for PR professionals[/url]. Make sure your name / your client’s name is spelled correctly & the link you share for them is correct. Don’t use AI to generate your answers. Ashley Broadwater [url=https://substack.com/@ashleybroadwater]https://substack.com/@ashleybroadwater[/url]

Psychologists on Adult Children Living at Home - Parade

7. Things To Do If Your Adult Child Lives at Home Publication: Parade.com Sources needed: Psychologists Deadline to answer questions: Tuesday, Dec. 30, EOD (or close to that and keep me posted) Questions: - Name, credentials, link to bio/about page - Why are adult children moving back in with their parents? - What are the pros and cons of having your adult child back at home? - Please share 5-6 things to do if your adult child lives at home, and explain each in a few sentences. - What do you encourage parents to avoid when their adult child(ren) move back in? General submission instructions: Please reach out and let me know which request(s) you/your expert are interested in, and I’ll let you know if I have a spot available. This is to ensure you/your expert doesn’t waste time writing up responses when I don’t have room to fit you in! EOD for me means 11:59 p.m., but the earlier the better! If you mention a study or say “research,” please link it! Please check out the intro [url=https://substack.com/redirect/bd2bc562-c0d4-4e3f-b50e-f8d0887328d4]here[/url], and see [url=https://substack.com/redirect/5a0458db-1ea8-473d-bce1-4e0ba8ecd741]resources for PR professionals[/url]. Make sure your name / your client’s name is spelled correctly & the link you share for them is correct. Don’t use AI to generate your answers. Ashley Broadwater [url=https://substack.com/@ashleybroadwater]https://substack.com/@ashleybroadwater[/url]

Child Psychologists with Kids Needed for Parade Parenting Feature

5. Things Child Psychologists Never Do With Their Own Kids Publication: Parade.com Sources needed: Child psychologists who have kids Deadline to answer questions: Tuesday, Dec. 30, EOD (or close to that and keep me posted) Questions: - Name, credentials, link to bio/about page - Please share 4-5 things you would never do with your kid as a child psychologist (activities or behaviors), and explain each in a few sentences. - As a child psychologist, what do you prioritize doing with your kids? General submission instructions: Please reach out and let me know which request(s) you/your expert are interested in, and I’ll let you know if I have a spot available. This is to ensure you/your expert doesn’t waste time writing up responses when I don’t have room to fit you in! EOD for me means 11:59 p.m., but the earlier the better! If you mention a study or say “research,” please link it! Please check out the intro [url=https://substack.com/redirect/bd2bc562-c0d4-4e3f-b50e-f8d0887328d4]here[/url], and see [url=https://substack.com/redirect/5a0458db-1ea8-473d-bce1-4e0ba8ecd741]resources for PR professionals[/url]. Make sure your name / your client’s name is spelled correctly & the link you share for them is correct. Don’t use AI to generate your answers. Ashley Broadwater [url=https://substack.com/@ashleybroadwater]https://substack.com/@ashleybroadwater[/url]

Etiquette Expert for Parade Holiday Unspoken Rules Feature

3. Holiday etiquette rules everyone quietly wishes you’d follow, but rarely say out loud Publication: Parade.com Sources needed: Etiquette expert Deadline to answer questions: Thursday, Dec. 4, EOD if possible (or close to it & let me know when) Questions: - Name, credentials, link to bio/about page - Please share 7 unspoken holiday etiquette rules to follow, with a few sentences of insight about each “rule.” - Anything else you’d like to add? General instructions for all requests: - Please reach out and let me know which requests you/your expert are interested in, and I’ll let you know if I have a spot available. - EOD for me means 11:59pm, but the earlier the better! - If you mention a study or say “research,” please link it! - Please make sure your name / your client’s name is spelled correctly & the link you share for them is correct. - Don’t use AI to generate your answers, please!

Dentist Sources on Harmful Teeth Whitening Hacks for Parade

4. Dentists are begging you to avoid this teeth whitening hack Publication: Parade.com Sources needed: Dentists Deadline to answer questions: Monday, December 8, EOD Questions: - Name, credentials, link to bio/about page - What is the main teeth whitening hack you’re begging people to avoid? (baking soda? lemon juice? activated charcoal?) Please share and explain. - Please share 2-3 other teeth whitening hacks to avoid (can be the other 2 listed above or others) and explain each one. General instructions for all requests: - Please reach out and let me know which requests you/your expert are interested in, and I’ll let you know if I have a spot available. - EOD for me means 11:59pm, but the earlier the better! - If you mention a study or say “research,” please link it! - Please make sure your name / your client’s name is spelled correctly & the link you share for them is correct. - Don’t use AI to generate your answers, please!