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A Perfect Storm Migraine Attack Revealed the Limits of My “Push Through the Pain” Philosophy
Read More: A Perfect Storm Migraine Attack Revealed the Limits of My “Push Through the Pain” PhilosophyAs told to Erica Rimlinger It was the big day: my first Zoom event at my new job. I woke up with my mind buzzing with details. I set my intention: I’d create a safe space for everyone in the breakout room I was moderating and the event would be a success. I jumped right…
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IPL Treatments: How Lasers Actually Work To Boost Your Skin
Read More: IPL Treatments: How Lasers Actually Work To Boost Your SkinYou’ve thought about it, but never actually took the plunge to book an IPL treatment. After all, could it really be that revolutionary? Turns out, it totally can be. IPL treatments have elevated in success, from people mainly using it to remove hair. But it can do much more than that. Intense Pulsed Light, or…
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It’s (Exercise) Snack Time!
Read More: It’s (Exercise) Snack Time!Medically reviewed by Brandon Bishop DPT, ATC Are you sitting down? It might be time for a snack — an exercise snack, that is. New research shows that bursts of exercise throughout the day — one- or two-minute “snacks” — can improve health and protect muscles from the harmful consequences of sitting too long. The…
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Multiple Sclerosis and Cognitive Function
Read More: Multiple Sclerosis and Cognitive FunctionMost people know multiple sclerosis (MS) as a disease that affects you physically. But many don’t know that it can also impact your memory and cognition (learning and processing). Tara Kent, a 39-year-old mother of 12-year-old twins, was diagnosed with the disease seven years ago. She knows the emotional effect these mental issues can have…
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Meg Gets a Colonoscopy
Read More: Meg Gets a ColonoscopyMedically reviewed by Ayanna Lewis, M.D. Tip: Click the oval at the bottom to view in full-screen. View PDF here. + Pdf text … 3 days before A woman, Meg, around age 45 whose race is ambiguous, is receiving a RX at the pharmacy Pharmacist: So, you’re having a colonoscopy? Good for you. Here’s your…
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22 Simple Tips To Help You Lose Weight Safely—They Actually Work
Read More: 22 Simple Tips To Help You Lose Weight Safely—They Actually WorkAre you tired of constantly trying to lose weight and failing? This is often due to bad desperate decision-making. Yes, we are looking at you bread-hating diets and you torturous Cleanse diet. It’s time to break the cycle and make healthy habits that’ll stick. Losing weight by improving your diet and lifestyle is without a doubt…
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Beginners 5K Running Training Plan And How To Crush It In Just 6 Weeks
Read More: Beginners 5K Running Training Plan And How To Crush It In Just 6 WeeksIf the thought of participating in a full-fledged running race seems daunting, starting with a five-kay run can be an excellent way to build confidence and ease into the world of racing. Not only does the shorter distance sound more achievable than a 10km or longer race, but 5km runs also tend to attract a…
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Millennials Are Apparently Now Ditching Booze For Tea
Read More: Millennials Are Apparently Now Ditching Booze For TeaHaving a night out celebrating a new job? What’s in your cup might not be champagne, but rather tea, according to a new survey from market intelligence firm Mintel. The report showed that millennials between the ages of 26 and 41 are now ditching booze for tea. Almost half (49%) of those surveyed in the…
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The 5 Acne-Fighting Hero Ingredients To Look For
Read More: The 5 Acne-Fighting Hero Ingredients To Look ForAcne’s kind of like your periods: you’ll always have it, even though you’d prefer it if it just didn’t exist. Luckily, huge advances in science means we have way more than charcoal masks to draw out impurities and nix whiteheads. So we’ve decided to round up a few ace acne-fighting ingredients so you’re better prepared…
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Three Fun Sex Positions To Add To Your Bedroom Repertoire
Read More: Three Fun Sex Positions To Add To Your Bedroom RepertoireWhen you feel a strong sexual connection with someone, it’s tempting to tear off their clothes and go at it in your go-to sex position. But taking time to savour the experience has a big pleasure pay-off. “When you engage your body and mind in bed, you’ll feel more relaxed, connected to your partner and…
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Biking for Older Adults, a Great Fitness Option
Read More: Biking for Older Adults, a Great Fitness OptionCycling has many fitness benefits for people of all ages. If it’s been a while since you hopped on a bike, you may be wondering if it’s a good choice for exercise in your later in life. Biking is a low-impact workout that can help stay active while maintaining your health and well-being. Let’s take…
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3 Easy Hair Ideas For When You’re Truly Bored Of Everything
Read More: 3 Easy Hair Ideas For When You’re Truly Bored Of EverythingIt’s almost too easy to fall into the trap of wearing your hair the exact same way every day. The catch? After a while, you start to get bored of your hair and opt for a dramatic haircut when really, all you need to do is experiment a little with new styles! We’ve rounded up…
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Boss Creating Anxiety? Simple Things You Can Do Now
Read More: Boss Creating Anxiety? Simple Things You Can Do NowIf only Horrible Bosses were just a movie, and all our employers were full of sunshine and positive energy. Unfortunately, navigating your career means you’re bound to run into a few Miranda Priestlys and other types of bosses creating anxiety. While having a tough boss can bring out the best in your work, sometimes work…
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Normal Sleep – Turns Out, There Might Be No Such Thing
Read More: Normal Sleep – Turns Out, There Might Be No Such ThingWhen we think about sleep, almost anyone will tell you that getting eight hours is ideal. However, how many people have you met who swear by only getting six? Or those who get 10 or even 11 each night? Dr Alison Bentley, Restonic Sleep Specialist, cautions against the idea that only eight hours can be…
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Cricketer Dané van Niekerk Reflects On Her Long, Successful Career
Read More: Cricketer Dané van Niekerk Reflects On Her Long, Successful CareerThis week, cricketer Dané van Niekerk announced her retirement from the Proteas, after a long and successful career. On News24, Dané said that she’s grateful for her time on the biggest stage in women’s cricket. “It has been the greatest honour to lead and represent my country. I am incredibly blessed to have led the…
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Living With Epilepsy Made Me the Confident and Compassionate Woman I Am Today
Read More: Living With Epilepsy Made Me the Confident and Compassionate Woman I Am TodayAs told to Marnie Goodfriend March 26, 2023, is Purple Day, Supporting Epilepsy Around the World. I had my first seizure the summer before eighth grade as I was walking down the hall to take a shower. My parents found me passed out in a towel. I don’t remember it because I had a moment…
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NEW GAT Sport PLANT PROTEIN
Read More: NEW GAT Sport PLANT PROTEINIncreasingly, health and fitness-conscious consumers are looking for a plant-based protein to help meet their daily protein requirements, to refuel muscles after workouts and to achieve optimal performance. One obstacle often encountered is typical plant protein’s earthy taste. GAT Sport has just introduced a delicious and pleasantly surprising distinction: GAT Plant Protein, a vegan-sourced protein that actually…
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For Toned Legs and Inner Thigh Sweep, Work the Quads
Read More: For Toned Legs and Inner Thigh Sweep, Work the QuadsQ: Is there any way to target the muscle on the inner part of the thigh just above the knee? I have knobby knees and would like to add shape and definition to the area. A: The muscle you’re referring to is called the vastus medialis, one of the four muscles of the quadriceps (often…
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How Cyclist Candice Lill Is Approaching The Absa Cape Epic
Read More: How Cyclist Candice Lill Is Approaching The Absa Cape EpicThe Absa Cape Epic is a gruelling multi-day stage race from the 19th to the 26th of March 2023. Before the onset of the race, Candice Lill let us take a peek into her routine going into the race, with tips galore! Ever wanted to try the Cape Epic? Here’s your chance to see how the pro,…
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23 *Stunning* Activewear Sets To Cop Now To Give Your Workout An Oomph
Read More: 23 *Stunning* Activewear Sets To Cop Now To Give Your Workout An OomphFact: losing the impetus to go workout when your gear doesn’t match or feel good is a *thing*. Enter activewear sets, matching bras and tights that’ll have you feeling your best self while training. Not only will you look good, but you’ll also feel good when moving in high-tech fabrics that look cute and get…
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Easy No-Bake Oat Protein Balls To Fuel You Up For Your Next Race
Read More: Easy No-Bake Oat Protein Balls To Fuel You Up For Your Next RaceSometimes, the hardest time to stay on track with healthy eating is in-between meals. Make snack time healthy with this oat protein balls snack recipe. They’re easy to make and can be prepared during loadshedding. Grab one for your lunchbox or before race day for a little oomph. Oat Protein Balls Ingredients 1 cup whole…
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Sensitive vs Sensitised Skin And The Products That’ll Help Soothe And Repair
Read More: Sensitive vs Sensitised Skin And The Products That’ll Help Soothe And RepairSeeing red? Feeling itchy? If this is you, you’ve probably poured over ingredients on the beauty aisle. But unfortunately still not sure what to do about the irritation on your skin. All you know is that you want the sting to go away. It’s either you have sensitive or sensitised skin. While both look and…
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Ultraboost Light Unveiled As The Latest Innovation From adidas Running
Read More: Ultraboost Light Unveiled As The Latest Innovation From adidas RunningThe South African Marathon season is approaching fast. With the Two Oceans Ultra and Half Marathon scheduled for Saturday, 15 April and Sunday, 16 April 2023 respectively. Running is booming in our country, and, along with a huge increase in runners – by more than 10% since the 2020 lockdown, the tech in running shoes…
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Is It an STI or Something Else?
Read More: Is It an STI or Something Else?Vaginal discharge is a normal part of being a woman, but what happens when your discharge changes color or smells — or you start feeling itching or burning? Many conditions and infections have similar symptoms. It can be hard to tell what your vagina is trying to tell you, so we’ve created a quick reference…
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8 Foods With High Water Content, For Maximum Hydration
Read More: 8 Foods With High Water Content, For Maximum HydrationHydration is key, so it stands to reason that you chug tons of water all day, right? Wrong. While maximising your water intake is important, you can also take in foods with high water content. Per one study, it’s not just hydration that’s a boon when eating your water. “In the last years, several investigations…
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Curious About Calcium?
Read More: Curious About Calcium?If you’re a woman of a certain age, when you think of calcium your mind might wander to, “Got Milk?” The famous campaign from the ‘90s forever linked the idea of milk with strong bones and teeth. But why does milk help give you strong bones or teeth? You can thank the calcium. And that…
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Below the Belt with Sexologist and Zenzsual Co founder Dr. Sofia Herrera
Read More: Below the Belt with Sexologist and Zenzsual Co founder Dr. Sofia Herrera On today’s episode we are talkin’ ALL things private and going below the belt with Dr. Sofia who has a wealth of knowledge and is truly so fun to follow. I am obsessed with her and her whole product line, and what they are doing for our women’s health, especially in midlife. Sexual health…
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At-Home Test Kits: From Ovulation To STDs, Here’s How To Get Results At Home
Read More: At-Home Test Kits: From Ovulation To STDs, Here’s How To Get Results At HomeAh, technology. We’ve come a super long way from sitting in stirrups for test results to now, where we can simply buy an at-home test kit to know our status. From finding your fertile window to knowing your STD status, these at-home test kits are well worth the purchase, especially when you’re feeling uncertain and…
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Clinically Speaking: Questions to Ask Your Healthcare Provider About Your HIV Treatment
Read More: Clinically Speaking: Questions to Ask Your Healthcare Provider About Your HIV TreatmentTreatment for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) has taken major leaps forward in the past decade. To stay up to date with the latest treatments and advances, it’s important to have a good working partnership with your healthcare provider (HCP). We talked to Jessica Zajesky, R.N., care coordinator for the HIV medicine division at the Albany…
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HealthyWomen Annual Event Speaker: Terri Cornelison, M.D., Ph.D.
Read More: HealthyWomen Annual Event Speaker: Terri Cornelison, M.D., Ph.D.HealthyWomen’s annual event is taking place in Washington, D.C., on March 30, 2023. It’s that time of year again! The HealthyWomen annual event is bringing together experts and trendsetters who make a difference in women’s health. This year’s event — The Art of Living Well — will highlight creativity in healthcare, innovation and research with…
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HealthyWomen Annual Event Speaker: Jeremy Nobel, M.D., M.P.H.
Read More: HealthyWomen Annual Event Speaker: Jeremy Nobel, M.D., M.P.H.HealthyWomen’s annual event is taking place in Washington, D.C., on March 30, 2023. Every year, HealthyWomen hosts an event to bring together experts and trendsetters making a difference in women’s health. This year’s event — The Art of Living Well — will highlight creativity in healthcare, innovation and research. The event will also feature headlining…
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“I Tried The Mind Blowing Clitoral Stimulator That’s Just As Good As Oral Sex”
Read More: “I Tried The Mind Blowing Clitoral Stimulator That’s Just As Good As Oral Sex”It’s no secret that Lelo has been making luxury sex toys for over a decade with massive success. That’s in part due to the multi-award winning brand focusing on research. This ensures they stay ahead of the game, with fresh tweaks to their wares making them even more exhilarating. And that’s exactly how the Lelo SONA 2…
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We Need To Talk About Hysterectomies And How They Really Affect Women
Read More: We Need To Talk About Hysterectomies And How They Really Affect WomenHysterectomies affect millions of women of all ages. Yet, receives almost no attention. A newly released book and podcast by Melanie Verwoerd under the title: “Never Waste a Good Hysterectomy” aims to break this cycle of silence. How common are hysterectomies? The Stats Estimations are that 1 out of 5 women will have a hysterectomy…
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Is This Really The World’s Most Comfortable Running Shoe?
Read More: Is This Really The World’s Most Comfortable Running Shoe?Earlier this year, Asics launched the Gel-Nimbus™ 25 – the latest iteration of their Gel-Nimbus running shoe series – with a bold claim: “the most comfortable running shoe, as tested by runners”. That got our attention. What Asics Had To Say The Gel-Nimbus™ 25 contains PureGEL™ technology, which is designed to absorb shock and, according…
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3 Easy-To-Follow Make-Up Trends That’ll Make You Stand Out
Read More: 3 Easy-To-Follow Make-Up Trends That’ll Make You Stand OutItching to experiment with make-up? Picture your best make-up look. Now, imagine it with one bold element to it. Whether it’s bold lip or eyeshadow, it’s going to be a statement for sure. Here, the new make-up trends and exactly how to achieve them. Make-up trend #1: Foil-flecked + red lips Steps 1/ Apply your…
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The 2023 Absa Cape Epic: The Women To Watch
Read More: The 2023 Absa Cape Epic: The Women To WatchWhile the Men’s category is dominated by returning teams, and thus an element of the expected, the Women’s category in this year’s Absa Cape Epic is far more open. Of the top combinations only the 8capital team and the newly formed e-FORT.net | SeattleCoffeeCo have completed an Absa Cape Epic together before. So it stands to reason that…
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3 Delicious And Easy Recipes To Help Slash Your Sugar Intake
Read More: 3 Delicious And Easy Recipes To Help Slash Your Sugar IntakeSouth Africans just can’t get enough of hoovering up the white stuff for a boost of energy, but while we know that sugar (what else would we be talking about?) can be detrimental to your teeth, waistline and gut, little attention is paid to the knock-on effects that can pose for your vital organs. South…
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Hormonal Birth Control
Read More: Hormonal Birth Control+ Infographic text What are hormonal contraceptives? A type of birth control that uses hormones to prevent pregnancy and help manage periods and certain medical conditions They are: Safe for most women 99% effective at preventing pregnancy Birth control is for more than just for preventing pregnancy Many women use hormonal birth control to manage…
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Painting Gave Me a Precious World All My Own While Caregiving for My Husband with Alzheimer’s Disease
Read More: Painting Gave Me a Precious World All My Own While Caregiving for My Husband with Alzheimer’s DiseaseAs told to Nicole Audrey Spector I knew my husband, Bob, had Alzheimer’s disease before anyone else did, including Bob. He was only 65 years old, but he had some of the telltale symptoms, including forgetfulness and absentmindedness, which were highly unusual for him. Bob was whip smart and incredibly high-functioning, a former journalist. But…
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These Three Drinks Will Make Bloating A Thing Of The Past
Read More: These Three Drinks Will Make Bloating A Thing Of The PastBloating, it happens to the best of us. Whether it’s because of the huge dinner you had or your period is on the way — bloating is not fun, especially when you can’t zip up your damn jeans. There are two kinds of bloating to blame for you feeling all puffy and uncomfortable: gas and…
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You Need To Try This 45-Minute Stationary Bike Workout!
Read More: You Need To Try This 45-Minute Stationary Bike Workout!If you’ve ever been to a spinning class, you know that the 45-minute interval ride will leave you high on endorphins and drenched with sweat, not to mention help you burn between 1,673 and 3,347 kilojoules (depending on how hard you ride, of course). But if you aren’t fortunate enough to get into one of the…
