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Here's How Lactation Experts Are Working To Redefine and Decolonize Breastfeeding
December 07, 2020
Here's How Lactation Experts Are Working To Redefine and Decolonize Breastfeeding
Feeding your children from your own body can benefit the baby’s overall nutrition and immune system, but…
By Mara Santilli
7 Ways to Improve Blood Circulation Naturally
December 05, 2020
7 Ways to Improve Blood Circulation Naturally
Want to be super-healthy? Then get your blood flowing naturally. Proper circulation provides nutrients and…
By Jessica Estrada
How to Protect Yourself From Medical Debt, Because Our Health-Care System Doesn't
December 04, 2020
How to Protect Yourself From Medical Debt, Because Our Health-Care System Doesn't
When Sam Bendall broke his leg in a motorcycle accident last fall, he didn’t expect…
By Abigail Bassett
The 8 Products That'll Help Keep Your Most Grounded Friend Calm Into 2021
December 04, 2020
The 8 Products That'll Help Keep Your Most Grounded Friend Calm Into 2021
Shopping for others can tend to feel like a test of how well you really know…
By Kells McPhillips
6 Breathwork Exercises To Calm the Vagus Nerve and Save You From Poop Accidents
December 04, 2020
6 Breathwork Exercises To Calm the Vagus Nerve and Save You From Poop Accidents
A friend of mine once pooped her pants in a restaurant and is still haunted…
By Mary Grace Garis
6 Things You Need To Know About FSA/HSA—And How To Spend That Money Wisely
December 03, 2020
6 Things You Need To Know About FSA/HSA—And How To Spend That Money Wisely
While choosing your level of health care and setting up your benefits, you may notice…
By Kara Jillian Brown
New Telemedicine Startup Folx Hopes To Revolutionize Health Care for the LGBTQ+ Community
December 03, 2020
New Telemedicine Startup Folx Hopes To Revolutionize Health Care for the LGBTQ+ Community
To put it plainly, the health care system in the U.S. is failing the LGBTQ+…
By Emily Laurence
These Rosemary Essential Oil Benefits for Stress and Cognition Make It Worth Sniffing
December 02, 2020
These Rosemary Essential Oil Benefits for Stress and Cognition Make It Worth Sniffing
Essential oils have become...well, essential in health and wellness circles for providing stress relief and…
By Isadora Baum
How To Blow Your Nose the Right Way (Because You're Definitely Overdoing It)
December 02, 2020
How To Blow Your Nose the Right Way (Because You're Definitely Overdoing It)
You may think you learned how to blow your nose way back when you collected…
By Kells McPhillips
5 Tools and Cleansers That Make Cleaning Makeup Brushes So Much Easier—and One Costs $3
December 02, 2020
5 Tools and Cleansers That Make Cleaning Makeup Brushes So Much Easier—and One Costs $3
Washing makeup brushes is one of my least favorite activities. Not only is it an…
By Kara Jillian Brown
5 Trans-Affirming Period Brands That Make Pads, Tampons, Cups, and Underwear for Many Bodies
December 01, 2020
5 Trans-Affirming Period Brands That Make Pads, Tampons, Cups, and Underwear for Many Bodies
Shopping for period products can be a nightmare scenario for some transgender people. Between the…
By Mel Van De Graaff
This Warm-Water Bidet Attachment Is Life-Changing Magic
November 30, 2020
This Warm-Water Bidet Attachment Is Life-Changing Magic
The never-ending list of things I did not plan on happening in 2020 now includes…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The 15 Best Cyber Monday Deals for All the Wellness, Fashion, and Beauty Items On Your Wishlist
November 30, 2020
The 15 Best Cyber Monday Deals for All the Wellness, Fashion, and Beauty Items On Your Wishlist
Black Friday gets a lot of hype for being the day to snag the biggest…
By Tehrene Firman
Millions of Americans Skipped Their Physical This Year—Here Are 4 Reasons Why You Shouldn't
November 27, 2020
Millions of Americans Skipped Their Physical This Year—Here Are 4 Reasons Why You Shouldn't
As hospitals have become COVID-19 battlegrounds, people are understandably a bit frightened at the thought…
By Kara Jillian Brown
'I'm a Cardiologist, and This Is What I Eat Every Day for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner'
November 27, 2020
'I'm a Cardiologist, and This Is What I Eat Every Day for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner'
If there’s one person who has heart health in mind when they eat, it’s a…
By Colleen De Bellefonds
Your Childhood Environment Can Have Long-Term Effects on Your Genes—Here's Why
November 27, 2020
Your Childhood Environment Can Have Long-Term Effects on Your Genes—Here's Why
If you think back to your childhood, you can probably pinpoint some ways your neighborhood…
By Emily Laurence
Take Your Basic Jumping Jacks Up a Notch With These 5 Heart-Pumping Variations 
November 26, 2020
Take Your Basic Jumping Jacks Up a Notch With These 5 Heart-Pumping Variations 
Whether you’re a jumping jack fanatic or you haven’t done a jumping jack since middle…
By Jessica Estrada
The Massage Pillow That Prevents the Achy Aftermath of One Too Many Binge-Watching Sessions Is On Sale Right Now
November 25, 2020
The Massage Pillow That Prevents the Achy Aftermath of One Too Many Binge-Watching Sessions Is On Sale Right Now
Despite being cooped up at home for months, I've spent hour upon hour with some…
By Tehrene Firman
The 5 Vitamins You Should Buy on Black Friday, According to Functional Medicine Doctors
November 25, 2020
The 5 Vitamins You Should Buy on Black Friday, According to Functional Medicine Doctors
The supplements aisle contains a dizzying amount of products. (Valerian root? Horny goat weed?) Come…
By Kells McPhillips
Food and Fitness Language Gets Extra Triggering Around the Holidays—Here's How To Cope
November 24, 2020
Food and Fitness Language Gets Extra Triggering Around the Holidays—Here's How To Cope
Last Thanksgiving, Claire Gold* excused herself from dinner after eating what she recalls as "too…
By Zoe Weiner
You Can Snag This Cardiologist-Approved Wearable for $69 Off
November 24, 2020
You Can Snag This Cardiologist-Approved Wearable for $69 Off
While, yes, Black Friday is the perfect day to buy gifts for everyone on your…
By Emily Laurence
Does Decriminalization of All Drugs Improve Our Collective Well-Being? Oregon Is Betting on Yes
November 24, 2020
Does Decriminalization of All Drugs Improve Our Collective Well-Being? Oregon Is Betting on Yes
Amid the chaos of the presidential election, it was easy to miss some of the…
By Erin Bunch
7 Consequences of Not Getting Enough Sleep Every Night
November 24, 2020
7 Consequences of Not Getting Enough Sleep Every Night
Sleep is more important than you could ever, well, dream. And not getting enough of…
By Erin Bunch
5 Low-Profile Air Purifiers That Aren’t a Total Eyesore
November 23, 2020
5 Low-Profile Air Purifiers That Aren’t a Total Eyesore
Air purifiers are fantastic for your indoor air quality, but all too often not so…
By Kara Jillian Brown
5 Derm-Approved Hypoallergenic Cotton and Bamboo-Fiber Face Masks for People With Sensitive Skin
November 23, 2020
5 Derm-Approved Hypoallergenic Cotton and Bamboo-Fiber Face Masks for People With Sensitive Skin
With new COVID-19 restrictions in the works, (hello mandatory vaccine cards), hypoallergenic cotton masks and masks…
By Kayla Hui
Small Bursts of Stress Are Linked to Longevity—Here's How To Hit the Sweet Spot
November 22, 2020
Small Bursts of Stress Are Linked to Longevity—Here's How To Hit the Sweet Spot
If your doctor were to write out a list of the top 10 things to…
By Emily Laurence
I Tried the Smartest Smart Toothbrushes, and This Is What's Worth It
November 22, 2020
I Tried the Smartest Smart Toothbrushes, and This Is What's Worth It
When an email landed in my inbox about a smart toothbrush with built-in voice control…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The Real Reason the Poop Sweats Take You From 0 to Emergency in, Like, 10 Seconds
November 21, 2020
The Real Reason the Poop Sweats Take You From 0 to Emergency in, Like, 10 Seconds
Maybe it happens 20 minutes after you take your first sip of coffee, mid-run, or…
By Kells McPhillips
The 3 Biggest Mistakes Wrecking Your Push-Up Form
November 20, 2020
The 3 Biggest Mistakes Wrecking Your Push-Up Form
Push-ups are deceptively difficult, and not just from a strength perspective; they're also technically hard…
By Erin Bunch
Finally Get to the Bottom of Your Gut Sensitivities With This Online Course From Harvard Health
November 20, 2020
Finally Get to the Bottom of Your Gut Sensitivities With This Online Course From Harvard Health
Figuring out the root problem of annoying digestive woes can feel like an endless, frustrating…
By Emily Laurence
Here's Where To Buy At-Home COVID-19 Tests
November 19, 2020
Here's Where To Buy At-Home COVID-19 Tests
As we navigate another year of the COVID-19 pandemic, surges and variants have become an…
By Han Schneider
This Online Course From Harvard Health 'Puts the Brakes on Back Aches'
November 19, 2020
This Online Course From Harvard Health 'Puts the Brakes on Back Aches'
As anyone with a pulse knows, health care in America is out-of-control expensive. It's also…
By Erin Bunch
If You Care About the Climate Crisis, You Must Care About Environmental Justice—Here's Why
November 19, 2020
If You Care About the Climate Crisis, You Must Care About Environmental Justice—Here's Why
The climate crisis may have only recently found its way onto the radar of many,…
By Erin Bunch
Is COVID-19 Testing Enough To Ensure Safe In-Person Holiday Gatherings? Here's What a Doctor Thinks
November 18, 2020
Is COVID-19 Testing Enough To Ensure Safe In-Person Holiday Gatherings? Here's What a Doctor Thinks
Now that it's officially the holiday season, there's one big question on everyone's minds: if…
By Emily Laurence
I'm a Chiropractor, and These Are the Only 3 Pillows I'd Lay My Head On
November 17, 2020
I'm a Chiropractor, and These Are the Only 3 Pillows I'd Lay My Head On
Backs across world have had it rough this year with the conditions of working from…
By Mary Grace Garis
Medicine Has a Problem With Fat Phobia—And It Stops People From Getting the Care They Deserve
November 13, 2020
Medicine Has a Problem With Fat Phobia—And It Stops People From Getting the Care They Deserve
Let me tell you a joke. An overweight woman walks into her doctor’s office and…
By Jess Sims
'I'm a Podiatrist, and These Are the *Only* Shoe Inserts I Recommend for Happy Feet'
November 12, 2020
'I'm a Podiatrist, and These Are the *Only* Shoe Inserts I Recommend for Happy Feet'
Shoe inserts are a podiatrist's not-so-secret weapon to combat foot pain. If your favorite pair…
By Tehrene Firman
The Latest Advancement in HIV Treatment Proves How Important It Is To Include Women in Clinical Trials Research
November 12, 2020
The Latest Advancement in HIV Treatment Proves How Important It Is To Include Women in Clinical Trials Research
This week marked an important milestone in HIV prevention and treatment: According to the New…
By Emily Laurence
This CEO Had 8 UTIs in One Year (and Let Me Tell You, I Can Relate)—Here's What She Did About It
November 12, 2020
This CEO Had 8 UTIs in One Year (and Let Me Tell You, I Can Relate)—Here's What She Did About It
I don't know about you, but I never once thought about UTIs—until I got one.…
By Kendall Wenaas
How To Finger Your Butt: A Fantastic Guide to Anal Fingering
November 12, 2020
How To Finger Your Butt: A Fantastic Guide to Anal Fingering
In 2019, sexual-health experts named anal pleasure the next great frontier sexual exploration, and it’s…
By Gabrielle Kassel
5 Acupressure Points for Stress Relief—Because 2020 Has Been a Year and a Half
November 11, 2020
5 Acupressure Points for Stress Relief—Because 2020 Has Been a Year and a Half
If I were tasked with making a 2020-themed word scramble, you would find the word…
By Kells McPhillips
6 Signs You Might Have Sexual Shame—and How To Overcome It
November 11, 2020
6 Signs You Might Have Sexual Shame—and How To Overcome It
I recently uncovered, in therapy, that I have a shame-based fear of having casual sex;…
By Morgan Mandriota
Doctors Answer 5 of the Biggest Questions About Immunity and COVID-19
November 10, 2020
Doctors Answer 5 of the Biggest Questions About Immunity and COVID-19
It's been nearly eight months to the day since the World Health Organization officially declared…
By Emily Laurence
The Supreme Court Appears Unlikely To Strike Down Obamacare—Again
November 10, 2020
The Supreme Court Appears Unlikely To Strike Down Obamacare—Again
The Supreme Court heard the latest challenge to the Affordable Care Act on Tuesday morning.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Chili Peppers Are Good for Your Heart—Here Are 10 Hot Sauces To Help You Reap the Benefits
November 10, 2020
Chili Peppers Are Good for Your Heart—Here Are 10 Hot Sauces To Help You Reap the Benefits
According to new research from the American Heart Association, regularly eating chili peppers is great…
By Tehrene Firman
OB/GYNs Share, Once and for All, Whether Having Sex Can Make Your Period Start Early
November 10, 2020
OB/GYNs Share, Once and for All, Whether Having Sex Can Make Your Period Start Early
If you've never had a sex session that ended in blood-stained Egyptian cotton bedsheets and a…
By Rachel Kraus
Knix Leakproof Period Underwear Is *Always* Worth It
November 10, 2020
Knix Leakproof Period Underwear Is *Always* Worth It
The most off-putting thing about period underwear is the cost. It makes sense—creating underwear with…
By Kara Jillian Brown
4 Executive Orders Joe Biden Will Sign To Instantly Make the World a Healthier Place
November 09, 2020
4 Executive Orders Joe Biden Will Sign To Instantly Make the World a Healthier Place
Upon his inauguration as the 46th president of the United States, President-elect Joe Biden has…
By Kells McPhillips
Dentists and Doctors Advise Against Brushing Your Teeth Before Oral Sex—Here's Why
November 09, 2020
Dentists and Doctors Advise Against Brushing Your Teeth Before Oral Sex—Here's Why
Before getting intimate with someone, you may do a quick self-body scan: How do your…
By Mary Grace Garis
The 'Health at Every Size' Philosophy Aims To Make Health Care More Inclusive of Larger-Sized Bodies
November 09, 2020
The 'Health at Every Size' Philosophy Aims To Make Health Care More Inclusive of Larger-Sized Bodies
When visiting your doctor, whether it’s for your annual physical or to address a specific…
By Christine Byrne
‘I’m a Biochemist, and Here’s Everything To Know About a COVID Vaccine So Far’
November 09, 2020
‘I’m a Biochemist, and Here’s Everything To Know About a COVID Vaccine So Far’
The world is waiting anxiously for a COVID-19 vaccine, but how do vaccines even work?…
By Erin Bunch
These Are the Best Shoe Brands for Women for Happy Feet, According to Podiatrists
November 08, 2020
These Are the Best Shoe Brands for Women for Happy Feet, According to Podiatrists
You know exactly what happens when you don't choose the right pair of shoes. You're…
By Tehrene Firman
'I'm a Cardiologist and These Are the 3 Things I Check on Food Labels for Heart-Healthy Eating'
November 07, 2020
'I'm a Cardiologist and These Are the 3 Things I Check on Food Labels for Heart-Healthy Eating'
If you're building your plate with your heart in mind, you probably already know the…
By Emily Laurence
A Recent Study on Intermittent Fasting Links Skipping Breakfast to Muscle Loss
November 06, 2020
A Recent Study on Intermittent Fasting Links Skipping Breakfast to Muscle Loss
Move over keto, there’s a new eating plan creating controversy: Intermittent fasting (IF), which Forbes…
By Colleen De Bellefonds
Crowdsourcing Is the Answer for Millions of People Looking to Pay Their Medical Bills, Which Emphasizes a Broken System
November 05, 2020
Crowdsourcing Is the Answer for Millions of People Looking to Pay Their Medical Bills, Which Emphasizes a Broken System
In the fall of 2018, Vivian* went to her doctor for a standard checkup. She…
By Sara Li
Why Olamina Botanicals' Jess Turner Sees Herbal Healing as a Form of Black Resistance
November 04, 2020
Why Olamina Botanicals' Jess Turner Sees Herbal Healing as a Form of Black Resistance
Growing up around a surplus of farmland is one of the many reasons why Jess…
By Jada Jackson
The BMI Is a Deeply Flawed Measure of 'Health'—Particularly for BIPOC Communities
November 03, 2020
The BMI Is a Deeply Flawed Measure of 'Health'—Particularly for BIPOC Communities
Belgian mathematician Lambert Adolphe Jacques Quetelet invented what would become the Body Mass Index (BMI)…
By Kells McPhillips
What Is Preventive Cardiology? What Doctors Want You To Know About the Emerging Field in Heart Health
November 02, 2020
What Is Preventive Cardiology? What Doctors Want You To Know About the Emerging Field in Heart Health
Considering that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., taking good care…
By Emily Laurence
'I'm a Gastroenterologist, and Here's What To Do About Your Election Stress Poops'
November 02, 2020
'I'm a Gastroenterologist, and Here's What To Do About Your Election Stress Poops'
Stress has the power to impact your bowel movements—and not in a good way. Whether…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The Waterpik Sidekick Has Superhero Potential for Oral Hygiene *and* Brighter Smiles
November 02, 2020
The Waterpik Sidekick Has Superhero Potential for Oral Hygiene *and* Brighter Smiles
With an unexpected burst, my Waterpik Sidekick Water Flosser ($126) splashed into my life, surprising…
By Mary Grace Garis
'I'm a Nike Master Trainer and Running Coach, and This Is What I Do To Soothe Foot Pain'
November 01, 2020
'I'm a Nike Master Trainer and Running Coach, and This Is What I Do To Soothe Foot Pain'
Foot pain is impossible to ignore. "There's nothing worse," says Traci Copeland, a Nike master…
By Tehrene Firman
Here's What Kate Hudson Is Up To in the Kitchen
October 30, 2020
Here's What Kate Hudson Is Up To in the Kitchen
It's trite to claim that "stars are just like us," but in 2020, a lot…
By Erin Bunch
12 Warm Face Masks To Keep You Comfortable All Winter Long
October 30, 2020
12 Warm Face Masks To Keep You Comfortable All Winter Long
At the height of summer, lightweight and breathable face masks proved to be a necessity.…
By Tehrene Firman
Historically, 'Radical' Groups Have Often Positively Impacted the State of Wellness and Health in the U.S.
October 29, 2020
Historically, 'Radical' Groups Have Often Positively Impacted the State of Wellness and Health in the U.S.
In the 1970s, the South Bronx was the heroin capital of the world. At the time,…
By Raquel Reichard
7 Consequences of Not Drinking Enough Water Throughout the Day
October 28, 2020
7 Consequences of Not Drinking Enough Water Throughout the Day
I can't help but wonder what our nomadic ancestors would think about us clutching water…
By Erin Bunch
Why Does the Science Around COVID-19 Keep Changing?
October 28, 2020
Why Does the Science Around COVID-19 Keep Changing?
One of the most challenging aspects of this extraordinarily challenging year has been trying to…
By Erin Bunch
Having a Chronic Illness Can Be Isolating, but This Virtual Community Hopes To Change That
October 28, 2020
Having a Chronic Illness Can Be Isolating, but This Virtual Community Hopes To Change That
When chronic health advocate Nitika Chopra first organized and hosted Chronicon, a summit specifically for…
By Emily Laurence
Let's Talk About Exactly Which Lives 'Pro-Life' Republicans Think Are Worth Saving
October 27, 2020
Let's Talk About Exactly Which Lives 'Pro-Life' Republicans Think Are Worth Saving
During the vice presidential debate on October 7, Vice President Mike Pence was asked what…
By Susan Rinkunas
I Refused a Hearing Aid in My Twenties—Even Though I Needed One
October 27, 2020
I Refused a Hearing Aid in My Twenties—Even Though I Needed One
It’s a few weeks before my wedding in 2017, and I’m in the doctor’s office…
By Zoe Pickburn
We're Giving Away the Ultimate Self-Care Gift Set, and You Don't Want To Miss Out
October 27, 2020
We're Giving Away the Ultimate Self-Care Gift Set, and You Don't Want To Miss Out
Fall is the perfect time to up your self-care game. That's exactly why we've partnered…
By Tehrene Firman
The 20 Best Foods To Support Healthy Aging, According to a Dietitian
October 27, 2020
The 20 Best Foods To Support Healthy Aging, According to a Dietitian
Looking to support your body through menopause and beyond? These foods for healthy aging can…
By Allie Flinn
6 Myths About COVID-19 Doctors Need You To Stop Believing Right Now
October 26, 2020
6 Myths About COVID-19 Doctors Need You To Stop Believing Right Now
We're heading in the wrong direction. The United States has recorded more than 8.6 million…
By Kara Jillian Brown
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