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PSA: It’s Totally Fine to Have Babies After 35, Science Backs It Up

Singer Carrie Underwood recently stated that at 35, she may have missed her chance to have a big family, and then announced her pregnancy. One mom who had her daughter in her forti ...

Here’s Solid Proof That Posing Can Be Just as Deceptive as Photoshop

No one goes out of their way to post unflattering photos of themselves on social media — and hey, no shade. But the tendency to post only your most perfect pictures creates a sense ...

Yoga Could Be the Secret to Curing Your Worst Period Cramps

If you suffer from the world's worst period cramps (🙋 🙋 🙋 — FML), lying around for five to seven days may seem like an A++ way to cope. But a new review, recently published in the ...

These Period-Friendly Gym Shorts Let You Work Out Without a Tampon or Pad

If you could skip a tampon and pad and just free-bleed into your gym shorts with a guarantee that no blood would leak through, would you do it? Thinx, a company that makes period-f ...

How nanotechnology research could cure cancer and other diseases

Here’s how cancer treatment often runs today: a patient develops an aggressive tumor. A surgeon operates to remove the tumor, but a few cancer cells remain, hiding in the body. Che ...

DOS AND DON’TS OF HEALTHIER SKIN

Your skin plays a major role in protecting the rest of your body -- but how well do you look after it? Find out some of the best ways to protect one of your body's most important a ...

YOUR BEST PRE-WORKOUT FOODS

Depending on the type of workout you're planning, you should figure out what types of meals and/or snacks will provide you with the most stamina. Here are some of the best for cert ...

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What a bad night’s sleep really does to your body

Dr Sara Gottfried is, in her own words, an “under sleeper”....

PSA: It’s Totally Fine to Have Babies After 35, Science Backs It Up

Singer Carrie Underwood recently stated that at 35, she may have missed her... Read more »
Here’s Solid Proof That Posing Can Be Just as Deceptive as Photoshop

No one goes out of their way to post unflattering photos of themselves... Read more »
Yoga Could Be the Secret to Curing Your Worst Period Cramps

If you suffer from the world’s worst period cramps (🙋 🙋 🙋 —... Read more »
These Period-Friendly Gym Shorts Let You Work Out Without a Tampon or Pad

If you could skip a tampon and pad and just free-bleed into your gym shorts... Read more »
How nanotechnology research could cure cancer and other diseases

Here’s how cancer treatment often runs today: a patient develops an aggressive tumor.... Read more »

Here’s Solid Proof That Posing Can Be Just as Deceptive as Photoshop

No one goes out of their way to post unflattering photos of themselves... Read more »
Yoga Could Be the Secret to Curing Your Worst Period Cramps

If you suffer from the world’s worst period cramps (🙋 🙋 🙋 —... Read more »
These Period-Friendly Gym Shorts Let You Work Out Without a Tampon or Pad

If you could skip a tampon and pad and just free-bleed into your gym shorts... Read more »
YOUR BEST PRE-WORKOUT FOODS

Depending on the type of workout you’re planning, you should figure out what... Read more »
EASY AND FUN WAYS TO ADD INTENSITY TO YOUR WORKOUTS

It’s hard to argue with the facts: We don’t have to work out... Read more »

DOS AND DON’TS OF HEALTHIER SKIN

Your skin plays a major role in protecting the rest of your body... Read more »
EASY AND FUN WAYS TO ADD INTENSITY TO YOUR WORKOUTS

It’s hard to argue with the facts: We don’t have to work out... Read more »
YOGA POSES FOR DETOXING, ENERGY AND STRESS REDUCTION The Ultimate Yoga Guide: Which Type of Yoga Is Right for You?

If you love yoga, then you’ll love these yoga poses for detoxing, energy... Read more »
Are you ready to join the ranks of the sober-curious?

Going sober took Catherine Gray from waking up in a Brixton police cell... Read more »
Climbing and mountain biking are in, spas and sauvignon are out… the New Girls’ Weekend

Forget hotels, shopping and cocktails: enjoy the bonding that comes with shared adventure,... Read more »

Your Guests Will Love This Sweet, Spiked Holiday Punch That’s Packed With Superfoods

Brimming with bright, winter wonder foods like grapefruit, pineapple, and cranberries—and yes, a bit... Read more »
Here Is What Happens When You Fill A Car’s Gas Tank With Coke

Most of us definitely haven’t thought about what a car would do if we put other liquids... Read more »
The 1-Pan, 3-Ingredient, High-Protein Recipe You Can Eat Any Meal of the Day

Looking for an easy high-protein, high-fiber meal that’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or... Read more »
You’ll Never Eat Another Gummy Bear or Marshmallow Again After Hearing What It’s Made From

If you look at the ingredients on a package of gummy bears — even... Read more »
What’s the Theory Behind Orangetheory Fitness?

Orangetheory Fitness studios seem to be everywhere these days. The eye-catching logo, bright colors,... Read more »

What a bad night’s sleep really does to your body

Dr Sara Gottfried is, in her own words, an “under sleeper”.... Read more »
Are you ready to join the ranks of the sober-curious?

Going sober took Catherine Gray from waking up in a Brixton police cell... Read more »
Overwhelmed by the demands of the digital world? How to set online boundaries at work and at home

Do you often feel you can’t say no? That you are spread too... Read more »
THE TRUTH ABOUT THE 7-MINUTE WORKOUT

The idea seems like something you’d see on TV at 3 am, with... Read more »
Facebook Is Also Helping Employers Keep Job Ads Away From Older People

Just like it’s gotten caught red-handed allowing landlords to tailor ads excluding potential... Read more »

The Case for Skipping Parties and Making New Year’s Eve a Night of Self-Care

New Year’s Eve is a time of festive celebration—of dressing up, hitting a... Read more »
Are You Sure You’re Doing Squats Correctly?

Love them or loathe them, squats are one of the most effective exercises... Read more »
18 Whole30 Dinners You’ll Make Well After Your Diet Ends

There are a lot of good reasons to try the Whole30 Diet; it’s made... Read more »
What It’s Really Like To Teach Yoga After Kids

Ok, I know we’re not supposed to talk about money + yoga because... Read more »
What Burns More Calories: Running Inside Or Outside?

Plenty of people pick running as their go-to cardio workout to burn calories and shed... Read more »

Where Does Fat Go When We Lose It? The Answer Will Blow Your Mind

This may seem like a silly question, but it’s one we’ve all pondered... Read more »
Which Non-Dairy Milk Tastes Best in Iced Coffee? We Tested & Tasted

The milk station at your local coffee shop is getting crowded. Where there... Read more »
4 Minute Spicy Garlic Shrimp

Ingredients SERVINGS 2 UNITS US 12shrimp (Jumbo sized, peeled, deveined, & tails intact)... Read more »
Are you suffering in silence?

If anxiety is taking over your life, don’t despair. You can beat those... Read more »
The benefits of play

Want to be happier and more creative? Allow yourself some play time. Don’t... Read more »

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