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6 Flushable Wipes That’ll Get You Fresh and Clean (and Won’t Clog Your Toilet)
October 04, 2023
6 Flushable Wipes That’ll Get You Fresh and Clean (and Won’t Clog Your Toilet)
Where there’s a wipe, there’s a way. A flushable wipe, that is. If you thought…
By Jamie Sanders
Want To Double Down on the Mood-Boosting Benefits of Exercise? Try an Affirmation Workout
October 04, 2023
Want To Double Down on the Mood-Boosting Benefits of Exercise? Try an Affirmation Workout
Science shows that positive self-talk during workouts is linked with better athletic performance and motivation. But the…
By Rachel Kraus
Don’t Let Fear of Discomfort Keep You From Getting That Mammogram—Here’s What You Can Do To Make the Test More Comfortable
October 03, 2023
Don’t Let Fear of Discomfort Keep You From Getting That Mammogram—Here’s What You Can Do To Make the Test More Comfortable
Getting a mammogram is never going to feel like a relaxing spa treatment. But should…
By Amber Sayer
Eugenicists Shaped the Pathologized Way Many Americans Think About Nutrition Today
October 03, 2023
Eugenicists Shaped the Pathologized Way Many Americans Think About Nutrition Today
This is the author Mixing food with morality has always been—and continues to be—a recipe…
By Anjali Prasertong, MPH, RDN
It’s All in Your Head: How I Fell Into the Common Trap of Self-Gaslighting as a Lifelong Migraine Sufferer
October 03, 2023
It’s All in Your Head: How I Fell Into the Common Trap of Self-Gaslighting as a Lifelong Migraine Sufferer
This is the author I knew the generic name for Advil (ibuprofen), its differences from…
By Erica Sloan
Skin Dysmorphia Is a Very Real Mental Health Concern
October 03, 2023
Skin Dysmorphia Is a Very Real Mental Health Concern
This is the author And thanks to rising rates of stress and social media use,…
By Erin Bunch
Medical Gaslighting Is a Pill Elaine Welteroth Says No One Should Have To Swallow
October 03, 2023
Medical Gaslighting Is a Pill Elaine Welteroth Says No One Should Have To Swallow
Especially when it comes to maternal mortality. “We are all susceptible, regardless of what level…
By Alexis Berger
What It Means When Your Vagina Smells Fishy, Metallic, or Just Plain Funky After Your Period
October 01, 2023
What It Means When Your Vagina Smells Fishy, Metallic, or Just Plain Funky After Your Period
When it comes to talking about vaginal smells of any sort, I’m firmly on “Team…
By Ashley Broadwater
Good News: These 3 Changes Are Signs That Your Plantar Fasciitis Is Healing
September 30, 2023
Good News: These 3 Changes Are Signs That Your Plantar Fasciitis Is Healing
If you’ve ever yelped in pain or felt a sharp or aching feeling on the…
By Amber Sayer
Why Can’t I Stop Biting My Lip All the Time? A Psychiatry Professor Explains the Common Tendency
September 28, 2023
Why Can’t I Stop Biting My Lip All the Time? A Psychiatry Professor Explains the Common Tendency
Biting your lip is the universal body language for yearning, whether that’s for another person,…
By Rachel Kraus
‘I’m the Chief Health Officer for Delta Air Lines, and Here Are 5 Things I Would Never Do on a Flight’
September 26, 2023
‘I’m the Chief Health Officer for Delta Air Lines, and Here Are 5 Things I Would Never Do on a Flight’
Somehow it’s nearly October, which means the impending influx of holiday air travel is just…
By Jessica Giles
An Intimidation-Free Roadmap for Improving Your Relationship With Food, According to Anti-Diet Nutrition and Mental Health Experts
September 26, 2023
An Intimidation-Free Roadmap for Improving Your Relationship With Food, According to Anti-Diet Nutrition and Mental Health Experts
Terms and phrases like “healthy eating” and “getting healthier” probably instantly conjure up specific images:…
By Ashley Broadwater
Why Bedtime Yoga Does Double Duty as a Way To Prepare You for Sleep
September 25, 2023
Why Bedtime Yoga Does Double Duty as a Way To Prepare You for Sleep
You've tried melatonin and magnesium, taking some deep breaths after you crawl under the covers,…
By Rachel Kraus
Actually, Experts Now Recommend Sleeping in on Weekends—But Only for This Much Time
September 25, 2023
Actually, Experts Now Recommend Sleeping in on Weekends—But Only for This Much Time
There's a reason why "just sleep on it" is such a common maxim in the…
By Helen Carefoot
These 12 Water Bottles With Built-In Straws Make Staying Hydrated Even Easier Than Ever
September 24, 2023
These 12 Water Bottles With Built-In Straws Make Staying Hydrated Even Easier Than Ever
For how refreshing it is to slurp down a glass of ice-cold water, remembering to…
By Rachel Center
I Traded Tampons for Menstrual Cups for 3 Months, and I Am Sold—Here's What They're Actually Like To Use
September 23, 2023
I Traded Tampons for Menstrual Cups for 3 Months, and I Am Sold—Here's What They're Actually Like To Use
Although I've long been sick of the period tax (and the waste), I'd never really…
By Kate Hull
Here’s How an Allergist Says You Should Prep Your Home for Fall Allergy Season
September 19, 2023
Here’s How an Allergist Says You Should Prep Your Home for Fall Allergy Season
If there’s one season associated with allergies, it’s typically spring, with its abundant buds and…
By Cathy Nelson
I Treated Myself to the Ultimate Luxury Session With London’s Leading Cosmetic Acupuncturist
September 17, 2023
I Treated Myself to the Ultimate Luxury Session With London’s Leading Cosmetic Acupuncturist
While I don’t have a fear of needles as such, the thought of sticking 50…
By Katie Baxter
Yet Another Reason To Hit the Weight Room: It’s Linked to Skin Rejuvenation
September 17, 2023
Yet Another Reason To Hit the Weight Room: It’s Linked to Skin Rejuvenation
It’s no secret that exercise is great for us physically and mentally, but it turns…
By Cathy Nelson
‘I’m a Gastroenterologist—Follow These 3 Simple Steps To Recover from Travel Constipation in No Time’
September 16, 2023
‘I’m a Gastroenterologist—Follow These 3 Simple Steps To Recover from Travel Constipation in No Time’
As excited as you may be for any upcoming getaways, there’s one souvenir you won’t…
By Michele Ross
To Keep Girls in Sports, We Need Better Coaches. Here’s How Nike Is Helping
September 15, 2023
To Keep Girls in Sports, We Need Better Coaches. Here’s How Nike Is Helping
There’s no arguing that it’s an exciting time for women’s sports. Earlier this year, the…
By Lauren Wingenroth
‘Why Feeling Comfortable in the Kitchen Was a Pivotal Part of Unlearning My Disordered Food Rules—And Rebuilding My Confidence'
September 14, 2023
‘Why Feeling Comfortable in the Kitchen Was a Pivotal Part of Unlearning My Disordered Food Rules—And Rebuilding My Confidence'
Wow, you’re slow at chopping. You want to learn an easier way? I can’t count…
By Lindsey Hall
This Natural Mouthwash Is Proven To Fix Bad Breath, So I Tried It To See How It Compares to Traditional Options
September 14, 2023
This Natural Mouthwash Is Proven To Fix Bad Breath, So I Tried It To See How It Compares to Traditional Options
As someone who loves the feel of a fresh mouth but admittedly dreads the process…
By Rebecca Norris
My Periods Were Full of Painful Nights Until I Found This Sleeping Position That Alleviated My Cramps and Clots
September 14, 2023
My Periods Were Full of Painful Nights Until I Found This Sleeping Position That Alleviated My Cramps and Clots
When I was a child, I remember watching my older sister sleep in a chaise…
By Tiffany Eve Lawrence
What Your Body Is Trying To Tell You if You Can Feel or Hear Your Own Heartbeat, According to Cardiologists
September 13, 2023
What Your Body Is Trying To Tell You if You Can Feel or Hear Your Own Heartbeat, According to Cardiologists
Heart-related symptoms can be a bit nerve-wracking, amirite? Whether you’re cooling down after a hard-fought…
By Ashley Broadwater
This Gentle Yet Energizing Stretch Routine for Seniors Will Bring Some Movement to Your Mornings
September 11, 2023
This Gentle Yet Energizing Stretch Routine for Seniors Will Bring Some Movement to Your Mornings
If the words creaky, tight, and sluggish define your mornings, a dose of breath and…
By Rachel Kraus
How To Care for Yourself During a ‘Migraine Hangover’—Because, Yes, It’s a Real Thing
September 10, 2023
How To Care for Yourself During a ‘Migraine Hangover’—Because, Yes, It’s a Real Thing
If you’ve ever had a migraine, it’s probably up there on your list of things…
By Korin Miller
What Really Happens to Your Pelvic Floor During Pregnancy and Childbirth?
September 10, 2023
What Really Happens to Your Pelvic Floor During Pregnancy and Childbirth?
You’ve probably heard at some point about the importance of having a strong pelvic floor—that…
By Korin Miller
Got the End of Summer Blues? You Could Be Experiencing Preemptive Seasonal Affective Disorder
September 07, 2023
Got the End of Summer Blues? You Could Be Experiencing Preemptive Seasonal Affective Disorder
Calling all the summer-loving people out there: If you’re having a hard time right now,…
By Rachel Kraus
Your Laptop Is Filthy—Here’s How To Clean It, According to a Microbiologist and Cleaning Expert
September 05, 2023
Your Laptop Is Filthy—Here’s How To Clean It, According to a Microbiologist and Cleaning Expert
I don’t want to be graphic, but—my laptop has seen some things. I’ve schlepped my…
By Kells McPhillips
This Is the Optimal Rest Time Between Sets Based on Your Workout Goals, According to an Exercise Scientist
September 03, 2023
This Is the Optimal Rest Time Between Sets Based on Your Workout Goals, According to an Exercise Scientist
Working out in group fitness classes tends to encourage people to go all-out, all the…
By Rebecca Norris
9 Leaders in Body Liberation To Follow on Social Media for Education, Inspiration, and Empowerment
September 03, 2023
9 Leaders in Body Liberation To Follow on Social Media for Education, Inspiration, and Empowerment
A 2023 study by the American Psychological Association found when teens are on social media…
By Ashley Broadwater
Scientists Have Zeroed In on the Most Effective Exercise To Reduce Your Blood Pressure
September 03, 2023
Scientists Have Zeroed In on the Most Effective Exercise To Reduce Your Blood Pressure
Think fast: What’s the best workout to reduce blood pressure? You might guess it’s a…
By Ashley Broadwater
Feel Itchy ‘Down There’ Before or During Your Period? Doctors Explain Why It Happens
September 02, 2023
Feel Itchy ‘Down There’ Before or During Your Period? Doctors Explain Why It Happens
Between cramps, mood swings, and sore boobs, periods come with enough side effects, amirite? While…
By Ashley Broadwater
14 Intuitive Eating RDs To Follow on Instagram for a Better Relationship With Food
September 01, 2023
14 Intuitive Eating RDs To Follow on Instagram for a Better Relationship With Food
If you’re trying to build a better relationship with food, the internet can be a…
By Caroline Thomason, RD
I Got a Massage Every Week for a Month, and Here’s What I Learned
September 01, 2023
I Got a Massage Every Week for a Month, and Here’s What I Learned
I’ve always found lying down on a massage table to be an exceptional experience: For…
By Lexi Reich
8 Natural Remedies for a Cough That’s Drier Than the Sahara
September 01, 2023
8 Natural Remedies for a Cough That’s Drier Than the Sahara
As someone with chronic bronchitis, I know what it’s like to be plagued by a…
By Rebecca Norris
Don't Believe Any SPF Conspiracy Theories—Sun Protection Is Non-Negotiable
September 01, 2023
Don't Believe Any SPF Conspiracy Theories—Sun Protection Is Non-Negotiable
These days, social media is rampant with what I’ve come to call the weaponization of…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
7 Nutrient Deficiencies That May Lead to Low Energy—And the Best Foods for Bringing Your Battery Back to Life
August 31, 2023
7 Nutrient Deficiencies That May Lead to Low Energy—And the Best Foods for Bringing Your Battery Back to Life
It may be normalized to complain of low energy, but chronically low energy levels are…
By Caroline Thomason, RD
Can Self-Hypnosis Make You Fitter? I Tried It Before My Workouts for a Month To See
August 30, 2023
Can Self-Hypnosis Make You Fitter? I Tried It Before My Workouts for a Month To See
As a kid, I woke up every Saturday at 5 a.m. to watch re-runs of…
By Kells McPhillips
Netflix 'Live to 100' Documentary Series Names Singapore as a Long-Living Hot Spot and Reveals Fresh Tips for Longevity
August 29, 2023
Netflix 'Live to 100' Documentary Series Names Singapore as a Long-Living Hot Spot and Reveals Fresh Tips for Longevity
For more than 20 years, longevity researcher Dan Buettner has been traveling the globe to…
By Helen Carefoot
I’m a Dietitian and I Eat This Sweet Snack Every Day To Support My Bone Health 
August 28, 2023
I’m a Dietitian and I Eat This Sweet Snack Every Day To Support My Bone Health 
Bone health tends to be taken for granted until it becomes a concern. One day…
By Lauren Manaker, RD
Not All the Data You Get From Your Fitness Tracker Is Accurate—These Are the Most and Least Reliable Metrics
August 27, 2023
Not All the Data You Get From Your Fitness Tracker Is Accurate—These Are the Most and Least Reliable Metrics
Whether it’s the Apple Watch, FitBit, Oura Ring, or (and!?) the Garmin Forerunner—to name just…
By Rajpal Brar
Anti-Fat Bias Is Real, From Movies to Health-Care Settings—Here’s How To Mitigate the Dangers
August 27, 2023
Anti-Fat Bias Is Real, From Movies to Health-Care Settings—Here’s How To Mitigate the Dangers
You’ve already heard of racism, sexism, homophobia, and other forms of discrimination. But what about…
By Ashley Broadwater
'I'm a Chiropractor and These Are the 11 Products I Tell All My Patients Who Have Chronic Back Pain To Buy Before Flying'
August 27, 2023
'I'm a Chiropractor and These Are the 11 Products I Tell All My Patients Who Have Chronic Back Pain To Buy Before Flying'
Between packing, the chaos of airport security, flight delays and the ever-present (increasingly likely, these…
By Alexa Casanova
A Dermatologist and a Gynecologist Explain Why Heavy Periods Impact Hair Health—And How To Cope
August 27, 2023
A Dermatologist and a Gynecologist Explain Why Heavy Periods Impact Hair Health—And How To Cope
Last year, I was chatting with a new stylist about my goals to revive my…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Another Reason To Try Pickleball: It’s Great for Your Bone Health
August 27, 2023
Another Reason To Try Pickleball: It’s Great for Your Bone Health
If pickleball feels inescapable right now, there's a good reason for that: It’s officially America’s…
By Helen Hope
Chess Is More Popular Than Ever—And Playing It Can Boost Your Brain Health, According to a Neurologist and Neuropsychologist
August 26, 2023
Chess Is More Popular Than Ever—And Playing It Can Boost Your Brain Health, According to a Neurologist and Neuropsychologist
Like a lot of people, I grew up playing casual games of chess every now…
By Jaden DiMauro
A 5-Minute Warm-Up You Should Do Before Every Pickleball Game To Avoid Injuries
August 26, 2023
A 5-Minute Warm-Up You Should Do Before Every Pickleball Game To Avoid Injuries
With pickleball’s recent stratospheric rise in popularity has come a huge uptick in pickleball-related injuries.…
By Helen Hope
Guilty, but: Dentists Say That Swishing Straight From the Mouthwash Bottle Is Among the Germiest Oral Hygiene Habits
August 26, 2023
Guilty, but: Dentists Say That Swishing Straight From the Mouthwash Bottle Is Among the Germiest Oral Hygiene Habits
Sure, swishing mouthwash from the bottle may not sound like the ideal way to do…
By Ashley Broadwater
Are Over-the-Counter Sleep Aids the Answer to a Full Night’s Rest?
August 25, 2023
Are Over-the-Counter Sleep Aids the Answer to a Full Night’s Rest?
Is there anything more irritating than feeling exhausted but being unable to fall asleep? Okay,…
By Rebecca Norris
How To Fall Asleep Fast: 14 Expert Tips That Will Help You Doze Off ASAP
August 25, 2023
How To Fall Asleep Fast: 14 Expert Tips That Will Help You Doze Off ASAP
We’ve all been there: You hop in bed in an attempt to actually get a…
By Rebecca Norris
4 Actually-Enjoyable Longevity Habits That Can Help You Stay Healthier for Longer—No Diet or Exercise Involved
August 24, 2023
4 Actually-Enjoyable Longevity Habits That Can Help You Stay Healthier for Longer—No Diet or Exercise Involved
Does it seem like every piece of health advice you get boils down to one…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
Thinking of Getting Botox While Pregnant? Here’s What Doctors Want You To Know
August 23, 2023
Thinking of Getting Botox While Pregnant? Here’s What Doctors Want You To Know
Finding out you're pregnant can come with a slew of questions (and fears!). Can I…
By Lauryn Higgins
‘I’m a Spinal Surgeon, and Here’s Why I Try To Hold a Plank for 2 Minutes Every Day’
August 22, 2023
‘I’m a Spinal Surgeon, and Here’s Why I Try To Hold a Plank for 2 Minutes Every Day’
While commuting 50 minutes each way by train from his home to his medical practice…
By Rachel Kraus
4 Surprising Places To Use Retinoids, According to a Dermatologist
August 21, 2023
4 Surprising Places To Use Retinoids, According to a Dermatologist
Dermatologists consider vitamin A (aka retinol) to be the gold standard of anti-aging thanks to…
By Anneke Knot
Everything You Need To Know if You're Getting Wisdom Teeth Surgery
August 20, 2023
Everything You Need To Know if You're Getting Wisdom Teeth Surgery
Everybody knows somebody with a wisdom tooth removal story: tales of cheek puffiness and recovery…
By Laura Onstot
5 Ways You Can Use a Staircase To Get a Fantastic, Full-Body Workout
August 20, 2023
5 Ways You Can Use a Staircase To Get a Fantastic, Full-Body Workout
So often, we’re made to believe that we need to invest in high-quality fitness equipment…
By Rebecca Norris
What Is Binge Eating? An Intuitive Eating Dietitian Explains
August 19, 2023
What Is Binge Eating? An Intuitive Eating Dietitian Explains
Many people associate binge eating with folks in larger bodies, but in reality, binge eating…
By Isabel Vasquez, RD
Why Women Are More Likely To Experience Knee Injuries, and What You Can Do To Protect Yours
August 19, 2023
Why Women Are More Likely To Experience Knee Injuries, and What You Can Do To Protect Yours
Knee pain and knee injuries can happen to anyone at any age, whether you're physically…
By Amber Sayer
Everything You Need To Know About Sun Allergy Symptoms and Treatments
August 18, 2023
Everything You Need To Know About Sun Allergy Symptoms and Treatments
When you think of allergies, you likely imagine seasonal allergies that occur predominantly in spring…
By Rebecca Norris
Why Stress and Anxiety Can Send You Running to the Bathroom
August 18, 2023
Why Stress and Anxiety Can Send You Running to the Bathroom
Picture this: You're about to give a big speech, or interview for your dream job,…
By Rebecca Norris
Can Ketamine Therapy Really Cure Depression? Here’s What You Should Know About the Promising, Trending Treatment
August 18, 2023
Can Ketamine Therapy Really Cure Depression? Here’s What You Should Know About the Promising, Trending Treatment
While ketamine has been FDA-approved for half a century as an anesthetic, it’s been gaining…
By Michele Ross
The No. 1 Way To Fight Inflammation and Boost Your Gut Health Through Food, From a Functional Medicine RD
August 18, 2023
The No. 1 Way To Fight Inflammation and Boost Your Gut Health Through Food, From a Functional Medicine RD
It's hard to feel or function your best if your gut microbiome is out of…
By Michele Ross
AI Is Now a Destructive Steward of Diet Culture
August 17, 2023
AI Is Now a Destructive Steward of Diet Culture
At the beginning of May, the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)—which bills itself as the…
By Jessie Van Amburg
Each Surface You Run on Affects Your Body in Different Ways—Here's How, According to a Sports Physician
August 17, 2023
Each Surface You Run on Affects Your Body in Different Ways—Here's How, According to a Sports Physician
Runners put a lot of thought into their workouts, considering things like how far they'll…
By Amber Sayer
This Kind of Daydreaming Is Connected to Better Brain Health, No Matter Your Age
August 16, 2023
This Kind of Daydreaming Is Connected to Better Brain Health, No Matter Your Age
Daydreaming doesn’t exactly have the best reputation. We’re told it keeps us from focusing and…
By Korin Miller
Summertime SAD Is a Thing—Here’s How To Deal
August 16, 2023
Summertime SAD Is a Thing—Here’s How To Deal
If sunny summer days make you want to hide under the covers, blast some Lana…
By Rachel Kraus
I'm a 7-Time Egg Donor, and This Is What It's Like To Donate Your Eggs
August 15, 2023
I'm a 7-Time Egg Donor, and This Is What It's Like To Donate Your Eggs
I slowly begin to wake up, my mind and vision still a blur from the…
By Alicia Erickson
3 Yoga Moves You Can Do Right From Your Chair To Relieve an Achy Back
August 15, 2023
3 Yoga Moves You Can Do Right From Your Chair To Relieve an Achy Back
Know what’s fun? Waking up one day and realizing that you’ve gotten to the point…
By Rebecca Norris
Here’s What’s Actually Happening When You Have Trouble Remembering a Familiar Word—And What It Means About Your Brain Health
August 14, 2023
Here’s What’s Actually Happening When You Have Trouble Remembering a Familiar Word—And What It Means About Your Brain Health
Sometimes when I’m having a conversation, I’ll get to a particular word that I just…
By Nandini Maharaj
Here’s Why Vitamin Patches Aren’t Worth Your Time or Money
August 14, 2023
Here’s Why Vitamin Patches Aren’t Worth Your Time or Money
In a world where daily demands often leave little room for self-care, any solution that…
By Laura Onstot
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