Mark Gurarie

Contributing Writer at Verywell

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I have a BA in Comparative Literature, German and Psychology from Case Western Reserve University. In May of 2011, I was awarded a MFA in Creative Writing, with a concentration in Poetry, by the New School, in NYC. I am currently an adjunct instructor of writing at George Washington University's College of Health Sciences, a contributing writer at VeryWell Health, and a reviewer of titles for Publishers Weekly.

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Bone Broth vs. Protein Powder: Which Is Better for Muscle Building and Recovery?

Bone Broth vs. Protein Powder: Which Is Better for Muscle Building and Recovery? By Mark Gurarie Updated on January 06, 2026 Medically reviewed by Elizabeth Barnes, RDN Protein powder offers more protein per serving than bone broth. Design by Verywell Hea... See more

verywellhealth.com•Mark Gurarie•Jan 6, 2026

5 Songs From 1977 That Sound Even Cooler Today

5 Songs From 1977 That Sound Even Cooler Today In many ways, 1977 was a bellwether year for rock music. As "Saturday Night Fever" brought disco to the mainstream, Rod Stewart, the Eagles, and Fleetwood Mac carried the airwaves; hard rock stalwarts like Le... See more

grunge.com•Mark Gurarie•Jan 6, 2026

14 Science-Backed Ways to Strengthen Your Immune System

14 Science-Backed Ways to Strengthen Your Immune System By Mark Gurarie Published on January 05, 2026 Medically reviewed by Corinne Savides Happel, MD Eating a healthy diet with fruit and vegetables, plus exercise, can support your immune system. Hispanol... See more

verywellhealth.com•Mark Gurarie•Jan 5, 2026

What Happens to Your Body When You Drink Clove Water Every Day

Key Takeaways - Cloves contain eugenol, a compound that has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties. - Some evidence suggests that clove water may benefit oral health, reduce inflammation, and help manage blood sugar levels, among oth... See more

verywellhealth.com•Mark Gurarie•Dec 28, 2025

What Can Happen to Your Teeth If You Get Too Much Fluoride

• Fluoride poisoning can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach pain. • Too much fluoride in childhood can discolor developing teeth. • High fluoride levels over 1.5 ppm can weaken bones. In large amounts, fluoride can be toxic. Because of this ris... See more

health.com•Mark Gurarie•Dec 26, 2025

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Bone Broth vs. Protein Powder: Which Is Better for Muscle Building and Recovery?

5 Songs From 1977 That Sound Even Cooler Today

14 Science-Backed Ways to Strengthen Your Immune System

What Happens to Your Body When You Drink Clove Water Every Day

What Can Happen to Your Teeth If You Get Too Much Fluoride

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Bone Broth vs. Protein Powder: Which Is Better for Muscle Building and Recovery?

5 Songs From 1977 That Sound Even Cooler Today

14 Science-Backed Ways to Strengthen Your Immune System

What Happens to Your Body When You Drink Clove Water Every Day

What Can Happen to Your Teeth If You Get Too Much Fluoride