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Are Stiff Joints Affecting Your Pet This Winter?
Read More: Are Stiff Joints Affecting Your Pet This Winter?Mobility issues are common in pets, especially as they get older. Arthritis is a debilitating condition and can cause a lot of pain and discomfort for your pet. Unfortunately, the cold affects older pets and those with mobility issues even more. Did you know? Having a pet boosts physical health by lowering blood pressure, increasing exercise and…
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Low Progesterone Symptoms
Read More: Low Progesterone SymptomsProgesterone is a hormone in the body that stimulates and regulates various functions. It’s produced in the adrenal gland, the ovaries and the placenta (if you’re pregnant). It helps prepare your body for pregnancy and conception, regulates your menstrual cycle and affects your libido. If you don’t have enough progesterone, you may have difficulty getting…
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What You Really Need To Know About Running For Weight Loss, According To Experts
Read More: What You Really Need To Know About Running For Weight Loss, According To ExpertsRunning has soooo many benefits. Just to name a few, it’s good for your heart health, strengthens your bones and reduces stress. It’s also known to burn quite a few calories, making it a solid workout choice if you’re looking to lose weight. Plus, running works your muscles and has positive effects on the metabolism,…
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Exactly How To Make A Sex Tape, From Those Who Know
Read More: Exactly How To Make A Sex Tape, From Those Who KnowYou don’t have to be Kim Kardashian to get steamy on camera. Here’s how to make sure your version is tasteful, sexy and, above all, fun… Orgasms guaranteed. You’ve never thought of yourself as an exhibitionist… Unless, of course, you’re one of the 39 percent of WH readers who confessed to having filmed their intimate…
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Redheads and Pain
Read More: Redheads and PainRebecca Sager, senior vice president of development for HealthyWomen, was in the prep room at the hospital getting ready to deliver her first child when the nurse came in and asked her an odd question. “Are you a real redhead?” “You’re going to find out in a minute,” Sager quipped, knowing the nurse was there…
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Actress Temi Otedola On Why She Prefers A Simple Wellness Routine
Read More: Actress Temi Otedola On Why She Prefers A Simple Wellness RoutineAt first glance, Temi Otedola (the newly announced L’oreal Paris Digital Brand Ambassador for sub-Saharan Africa) gives off the vibe of someone who doesn’t skimp on self-care. Always styled elegantly for a 28-year-old, and a fan of a clean make-up look that still allows her skin to breathe, it’s no wonder the Nigeria-based actress is…
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This Healthy Cauliflower Risotto Is A Winter Dream
Read More: This Healthy Cauliflower Risotto Is A Winter DreamA classic, cosy way to cook rice, the risotto stands out not only as a filling and delicious dish but as a veritable winter warmer. And this healthy cauliflower risotto ticks all the boxes. This recipe, from Executive Chef Kerry Kilpin’s new offering at Steenberg Wine Farm’s Bistro Sixteen82 winter menu, nails it. The new winter…
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POTS Stole My Energy and Everything That Made Me, Me
Read More: POTS Stole My Energy and Everything That Made Me, MeAs told to Jacquelyne Froeber About 15 years ago, I got really sick. It started with strep throat. Then mono. I was trying my best to power through as a busy mom with two young kids, but then the fever started. For days, I was out of commission, lying in sweat and unable to cool…
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These Changes Mean You Might Have An STI – Here’s What They Mean (And What To Do)
Read More: These Changes Mean You Might Have An STI – Here’s What They Mean (And What To Do)Part of being a woman assigned at birth can mean there’s always something worrying you. Feeling super emotional? Your period might be on the way! If your period is a little late, you’re probably already obsessing over whether you’re pregnant (even though the last time you had sex was years ago)! And if you experience…
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How Many Carbs Should I Eat If I’m Trying To Lose Weight?
Read More: How Many Carbs Should I Eat If I’m Trying To Lose Weight?If you’re trying to lose weight, you may have heard the recommendation to cut back on carbs. You may even be wondering how many carbs a day you should eat to lose weight—which, TBH, can be a pretty tricky number to figure out. Contrary to popular belief, you do not have to cut carbs altogether to lose weight.…
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Breast cancer, Breast cancer policy, Breast health, Medical tests, Prevention, Preventive health, Science
BRCA Testing 101
Read More: BRCA Testing 101If you’ve heard people talking about “breast cancer genes,” they probably were referring to BRCA — but they were only partly right. Everyone has BRCA (BReast CAncer) genes. And they protect you when they work correctly. “We all have two copies of the BRCA1 and 2 genes, and we want them to be functioning properly,”…
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Coping with the Costs of Cancer
Read More: Coping with the Costs of CancerFinances are not always the first thing people think of when they get diagnosed with cancer. Top questions may be, What’s the prognosis? What are the treatment options? And who are the best specialists? But more and more, you also have to grapple with the cost of cancer alongside the physical and emotional aspects of…
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Congressional Briefing – Obesity: The Cost of No Coverage
Read More: Congressional Briefing – Obesity: The Cost of No CoverageRegister for the briefing Obesity is a chronic disease that increases risk of other serious health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and certain cancers. With 4 out of 10 American adults living with obesity, access to and insurance coverage for treatment options is essential. The Treat and Reduce Obesity Act (TROA) was reintroduced…
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How To Tailor Your Skincare For Hormones, Per Experts
Read More: How To Tailor Your Skincare For Hormones, Per ExpertsWe’ve said a lot about hormones, from contraception to hair loss to how it can impact your fitness. Now, we’re talking about skincare for hormones – specifically, dealing with hormonal fluctuations that impact your skin. From acne to hyperpigmentation, your hormones not only play a role in your weight, mood and periods but also how your skin…
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Swatch’s Latest Bioceramic MoonSwatch Collection Has Landed!
Read More: Swatch’s Latest Bioceramic MoonSwatch Collection Has Landed!Three new Bioceramic MoonSwatch watches have just landed, offering a fresh perspective on the splendour of Earth from space. Throughout history, humans have marvelled at our planet’s appearance from above. Every astronaut who’s ventured into space has described the Blue Planet as the most breathtaking sight. “When I first looked back at the Earth, standing…
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Consider This Yoga HIIT Workout A Total-Body Shred
Read More: Consider This Yoga HIIT Workout A Total-Body ShredYes, yoga HIIT exists! Like strength-training moves, it’s possible to up the ante and turn your yoga flow into a sweaty interval training session. How? By upping your pace. Yoga works particularly well for this, since each pose is meant to flow into the next, creating a pacey workout that gets your heart racing. Plus,…
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Integrative Approaches to Cancer Pain Management
Read More: Integrative Approaches to Cancer Pain ManagementThe pain that a patient experiences with a diagnosis such as cancer is a prevalent and distressing symptom for many, significantly affecting their quality of life. Effective cancer pain management is crucial in providing holistic care. Traditional pharmacological treatments, such as opioids and non-opioid analgesics, are commonly used but often come with side effects and…
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Should You Get a Blood Test for Alzheimer’s?
Read More: Should You Get a Blood Test for Alzheimer’s?June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Alzheimer’s disease is ruthless. It can rob you of your memory, personality and the ability to do simple things like swallow or speak. Even scarier: Almost 2 out of 3 people with Alzheimer’s are women or people assigned female at birth. But there’s good news in the screening…
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Yes, Happiness Can Boost Productivity – Here’s How
Read More: Yes, Happiness Can Boost Productivity – Here’s HowAs humans, we’re constantly in the pursuit of happiness. And that pursuit grows, the more we learn about its benefits. Martin Seligman, considered the ‘Father of Positive Psychology’, said “…the happiest people tend to be those who pursue the full life– they infuse their life with pleasure, engagement and meaning”. With that in mind, could…
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What To Know About Swine Flu Symptoms + What To Do
Read More: What To Know About Swine Flu Symptoms + What To DoThis season, the winter flu has come, with health officials warning about the reported cases of swine flu (now called N1H1). Here’s what to know about swine flu symptoms and how it differs from the ‘regular’ flu. What is swine flu? To answer this, we need a brief science lesson. Within the flu family, different…
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How To Get Fit At 40 – And Thriving Healthy Tips
Read More: How To Get Fit At 40 – And Thriving Healthy TipsThis is the prime of your life – yes, your 40s are it! It’s a time when staying active and taking care of your health becomes even more crucial. As your body goes through changes, it’s essential to understand how to adapt your fitness routines accordingly. Engaging in physical activity also supports cognitive function, keeping…
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I Was the CEO in a Male-Dominated Field When I Came Out to My Company as a Trans Woman
Read More: I Was the CEO in a Male-Dominated Field When I Came Out to My Company as a Trans WomanAs told to Jacquelyne Froeber June is Pride Month. I remember pulling into the parking spot, turning off the car and just sitting there for a minute. My office is in the suburbs on Long Island, so it’s quiet. It was just me and the nervous click of my French manicure on the steering wheel.…
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The Importance of Making Obesity Treatment Accessible
Read More: The Importance of Making Obesity Treatment AccessibleIt’s always a successful day at the office for Fatima Cody Stanford, M.D., M.P.H.,M.P.A., when she can look at a patient’s chart, see a diagnosis of diabetes, high cholesterol or hypertension, and see progress in their health or resolution of a health concern. Shanna Tucker, M.D., an obesity medicine specialist at NYU Langone Health, has…
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Is Obesity a Disease? Yes — and the Medical Community Is Finally Recognizing That
Read More: Is Obesity a Disease? Yes — and the Medical Community Is Finally Recognizing ThatMichelle,* a 42-year-old mother of two, has been living with overweight or obesity her entire life. Around third grade, Michelle said she remembers a shift in her parents’ attitude toward her eating habits: They went from bribing or forcing her to eat to questioning whether she really needed seconds. Her mother, though smaller than Michelle,…
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How To Heal Cracked Heels In 4 Steps, According To Doctors
Read More: How To Heal Cracked Heels In 4 Steps, According To DoctorsChilly winter temps and dry indoor air aren’t just bad news for your skin (causing itchy, irritated dry patches) or nails (hello, brittleness), it’s also open season for heel cracking—and you shouldn’t wait until your spring or summer pedicure to roll around to do something about it. And if you want to take those dry, cracked feet into…
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3 Hearty Winter Braai Recipes To Warm Your Weekend
Read More: 3 Hearty Winter Braai Recipes To Warm Your WeekendSouth Africans know that a braai isn’t just for summer—it’s a year-round custom. These hearty recipes are what we call comfort food goals! Picture this combination: a crackling fire, a glass of Pinotage, cosy knitwear and good company. Sounds like the perfect winter evening, right? Our friends at Le Creuset and Georgia East have teamed…
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Treatment Options for Insomnia
Read More: Treatment Options for InsomniaIs it ironic to write a story about insomnia treatments after you’ve been tossing and turning all night? I think so. But I know my restless night was just that — a restless night. Insomnia, however, is more than just a restless night. It’s a serious sleep disorder. “It’s not just about being unable to…
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When It Came to My Breast Cancer, I Did It My Way
Read More: When It Came to My Breast Cancer, I Did It My WayAs told to Erica Rimlinger For 42 years, I’ve been living with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), a disorder that causes non-stop intense pain. In that time, I’ve had doctors call me crazy, delusional and a liar. One doctor was so abusive, he told me I should “just shoot myself in the head.” It’s no…
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What’s The Difference Between STDs And STIs?
Read More: What’s The Difference Between STDs And STIs?You probably learned to group conditions such as herpes, chlamydia and genital warts under the term STD, meaning sexually transmitted disease. But in the past five years or so, these three consonants have increasingly been replaced by STI (sexually transmitted infection), leading many to ask: what’s the actual difference between STDs and STIs? Is the…
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How To Change Up Your Skin Routine For More Hydrated Skin This Winter
Read More: How To Change Up Your Skin Routine For More Hydrated Skin This WinterDryness, flakiness, dehydration, and redness coupled with colder nights and a familiar nip in the morning air. There’s no need to check your weather app — winter is here. And, just as you switch over your wardrobe from sundresses to scarves, now’s also the time to tweak your skincare routine so as to keep it…
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What Is POTS?
Read More: What Is POTS?If you’ve ever stood up too fast and felt dizzy for a moment, you know how disorienting that can be. This happens because your blood pressure drops and your blood moves to the lower part of your body when you stand up. Sometimes, it can take a second for your system to increase your heart…
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How To Play Golf For Beginners, From Experts
Read More: How To Play Golf For Beginners, From ExpertsEver wondered how to play golf or if golf for beginners even existed? We’re here to let you know: golf is opening up and more and more women are teeing off. Consider this your beginner’s crash course in golf. Women’s golf is growing exponentially. We’re seeing more and more women teeing off and for the…
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Unveil The Future Of Chic With The HUAWEI Pura 70 Series: Where Fashion Meets Phenomenal Tech
Read More: Unveil The Future Of Chic With The HUAWEI Pura 70 Series: Where Fashion Meets Phenomenal TechWant a phone that is a fashion statement that blends the latest technology with exquisite design and is the must-have accessory for style-conscious South Africans? That’s precisely what you get with the new HUAWEI Pura 70 Series, which has captivated all since its local launch in South Africa last week. But the Pura 70 Series…
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The Struggle Is Real: Black Women and Lung Cancer
Read More: The Struggle Is Real: Black Women and Lung CancerAyanay Ferguson knew something just wasn’t right with her body when she returned from vacation with her husband in April 2021. “I had swollen ankles and shortness of breath,” recalled Ferguson, 50, an Atlanta-area clinical psychologist. She initially thought her symptoms were from post-vacation fatigue and her weight. As her symptoms lingered, she booked a…
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Masturbation Has Tons Of Surprising Health Benefits—Here Are The Biggest Ones
Read More: Masturbation Has Tons Of Surprising Health Benefits—Here Are The Biggest OnesSexually speaking, no two people are the same—everyone has different experiences, preferences and turn-ons. But there’s one activity that’s been around for millions of years and it’s still ubiquitous today: the art of masturbation. No matter your age, gender, or life experiences, solo sex can feel good. And believe it or not, it actually has a lot of…
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How To Get Fit At 30 – And Important Healthy Habits
Read More: How To Get Fit At 30 – And Important Healthy HabitsHow to get fit in your 30s is as simple as listening to your body’s cues. As you transition into your 30s, staying active becomes more crucial than ever. Not only does regular exercise help maintain a healthy weight and build strength, but it also plays a significant role in preventing age-related health issues. By…
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Winter Training Just Got An Upgrade With The Trojan Pro Series Treadmill
Read More: Winter Training Just Got An Upgrade With The Trojan Pro Series TreadmillWinter has arrived and let’s be real—it’s the perfect excuse to stay indoors, train hard and binge-watch your favourite new series. Enter the Trojan Pro Series Treadmill: your new running workout buddy for those long, cold months. This treadmill will keep you at the top of your game with its powerful 3.0 HP continuous motor,…
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FAQs About RSV in Older Adults and Infants
Read More: FAQs About RSV in Older Adults and InfantsSummer’s here and you’re probably not thinking about respiratory syncytial virus (RSV. But the time to think about it is before RSV season is officially upon us. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), RSV season typically starts in the fall and peaks in the winter, just in time for holiday gatherings…
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FAQs on Gestational Diabetes
Read More: FAQs on Gestational DiabetesAs many as 1 in 10 pregnancies will be affected by gestational diabetes. Factors like the age of the mother and rising obesity rates play a role in this increasingly common pregnancy complication. HealthyWomen spoke to Maureen E. Farrell, M.D., FACOG, an OB-GYN and Navy veteran, about what a gestational diabetes diagnosis means for you…
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How Caitlin Rooskrantz Is Blazing A Trail For Gymnastics In South Africa
Read More: How Caitlin Rooskrantz Is Blazing A Trail For Gymnastics In South AfricaTrue to her dreams, Olympian gymnast Caitlin Rooskrantz is blazing a trail for young athletes of colour to go for gold in the sport. Here, she reflects on her journey, highlights and how she’s looking forward to her second appearance at the Summer Olympics in Paris this year. When Caitlin started gymnastics training at the…
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Um, Can You Really Get An STD From Kissing?
Read More: Um, Can You Really Get An STD From Kissing?We’re willing to bet you’ve asked yourself a ton of questions about kissing… when you were 13. Now, though, aside from hoping their beard’s not too scratchy or they don’t have a cold, you’re not too worried about smooches. Right? Well… per experts, it turns out you could get an STD from kissing. Read it…
