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I Asked a PhD Why Americans Are So Divided About Food with Dr. Jessica Knurick
Read More: I Asked a PhD Why Americans Are So Divided About Food with Dr. Jessica KnurickAre you living in a nutrition echo chamber? I hadnโt thought about the fact that we likely areโuntil I asked one innocent question on Instagram that completely shattered my understanding of food safety, wellness trends, and what it really means to help people get healthier. What started as a simple question about food coloring bans…
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HealthyWomen Statement on HHS Recommendations Regarding Covid-19 Vaccination During Pregnancy
Read More: HealthyWomen Statement on HHS Recommendations Regarding Covid-19 Vaccination During PregnancyHealthyWomen shares the concerns of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and other medical associations about the health and safety of pregnant people and newborns in the United States following the recent announcement that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) will no longer recommend Covid-19 vaccination during pregnancy. This decision may…
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The Pork Belly And Lobster Dish That Your Tastebuds Will Remember Forever
Read More: The Pork Belly And Lobster Dish That Your Tastebuds Will Remember ForeverKnown for his bold flavours and boundary-pushing fusion of fine ingredients, global culinary sensation Jameson Stocks shares an exclusive recipe below: a luxurious Lobster and Pork Belly โ a decadent dish that perfectly captures his signature flair for elevated comfort food. Combining tender poached lobster, crispy spiced pork belly, rich tomato-cannellini bean reduction and crisp…
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Why Every Woman Deserves A Solo Escape
Read More: Why Every Woman Deserves A Solo EscapeIf youโre longing to get away, but โ sorry, friends and family โ you kinda want to go alone, youโre in good company. Turns out, solo travel is a rising trend among women, globally. A report by tourism news outlet Skift found that 40% of women travellers were planning a solo escape in 2025. Meanwhile,…
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โThe Importance of an Eye Exam
Read More: โThe Importance of an Eye ExamMay is Healthy Vision Month. My partner, Tom, often brags about his great eyesight. And Iโve always just assumed he has perfect vision because heโs dating me. But I had to give him major side-eye when he told me itโs been decades since his last eye exam. To be clear, everyone should get an eye…
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Type 2 Inflammation and Nasal Polyps
Read More: Type 2 Inflammation and Nasal Polyps+ Infographic text What is type 2 inflammation? Not to be confused with type 2 diabetes, type 2 inflammation involves the immune system. We all have a type 2 immune response, which is when your immune system sends out type 2 immune cells to fight certain infections or allergens. Type 2 immune cells fight โintrudersโ…
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6 Things Neurologists Would Never Do If They Wanted To Protect Their Brain Health
Read More: 6 Things Neurologists Would Never Do If They Wanted To Protect Their Brain HealthAll of your organs are crucial to your well-being, with the exception of a select few (looking at you,ย appendix). But if you had to rank the ones you really, really want to protect, your brain should definitely be one of the top contenders. After all, your brain is your bodyโs command centre, overseeing basic life…
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Trainers Discuss TikTokโs 3-2-1 Method & If It Works
Read More: Trainers Discuss TikTokโs 3-2-1 Method & If It WorksFinding a good workout split can be really daunting: Are you doing enough cardio? Torching enough calories? What about building strength? But what if itโs not fun? Thankfully, TikTok has introduced the 3-2-1 method. Itโs a weekly workout split that โpromotes variety and helps prevent overtraining in any one area,โ says trainer and founder of…
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How Is Lupus Diagnosed?
Read More: How Is Lupus Diagnosed?May is Lupus Awareness Month. + Infographic text What is lupus?ย Lupus is a chronic condition where your bodyโs immune system attacks tissues and organs.ย 9 out of 10 people with lupus are female.ย Black, American Indian and Alaska Native women are 2โ3x more likely to get lupus than white women.ย Almost 1 in 2…
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Common Types of Lupus
Read More: Common Types of LupusMay is Lupus Awareness Month. + Infographic text Lupus is an autoimmune disease that happens when the bodyโs immune system attacks its own tissues and causes harmful inflammation.ย About 1.5 million Americans are living with some form of lupus. 9 out 10 people with lupus are women.ย Common types of lupus Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)ย …
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Donโt Let Energy Vampires In
Read More: Donโt Let Energy Vampires InQuick poll: Whoโs the best vampire of all time? Old-school Count? Queen of the damned? Everyone on The Vampire Diaries? Well, silly mortals, itโs none of the above. I know it sounded like an opinion question, but the answer is Claudia from Interview with the Vampire. Also acceptable: Michael B. Jordan in Sinners. Who knew…
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How To Deal With Your Latex Condom Allergy
Read More: How To Deal With Your Latex Condom AllergyLatex, a common ingredient in healthcare, is a liquid material derived from the rubber tree โ and is found in many products such as condoms, gloves and balloons. Experts define a latex allergy as an immune system response to the proteins in natural rubber latex, which goes on to symptoms such as mild skin irritation…
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These Budget-Friendly Home Gym Items Are All You Need, Trust Us
Read More: These Budget-Friendly Home Gym Items Are All You Need, Trust UsKeen to unlock your fitness potential without breaking the bank? Or maybe in cold temps, taking a run outside is as appealing as soggy socks. Hereโs how a budget-friendly home gym can deliver serious results, no crowded locker rooms or pricey memberships required. Research shows effective workouts are achievable with minimal equipment right at home.…
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Is A Standing Abs Workout More Effective Than Lying Down? Experts Discuss
Read More: Is A Standing Abs Workout More Effective Than Lying Down? Experts DiscussDoing a standing abs workout might sound as vintage as working out in a unitard, but surprise, surprise: theyโre both super popular right now! โThey mimic real-life movements more than floor crunches do,โ says Daniella Corder, a certified personal trainer, menstrual cycle educator and cyclical nutrition advisor. Plus, for beginners and anyone with mobility issues,…
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Everything You Need to Know About the 2025 Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10K
Read More: Everything You Need to Know About the 2025 Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10KAfter drawing thousands of runners to the streets ofย Gqeberhaย andย Cape Town, South Africaโs most dynamic road running series is heading to KwaZulu-Natal for its third stop of the year. The 8th annualย Absa RUN YOUR CITY DURBAN 10Kย hits the Durban beachfront on Sunday, 13 July 2025, promising fast times, good vibes and an unbeatable mix of competition…
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The Light Secret: Why Temperature Doesnโt Matter in Optimal Infrared Therapy with Connie Zack
Read More: The Light Secret: Why Temperature Doesnโt Matter in Optimal Infrared Therapy with Connie ZackHave you ever noticed how energized and balanced you feel after spending time in the sun? That natural โhighโ isnโt just psychologicalโitโs your body responding to beneficial light energy that modern science is now harnessing for powerful health benefits. As midlife women, weโre constantly searching for effective ways to support our changing bodies, but something…
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ASICS Signs First-Ever Dog Ambassador To Prove Movement Is For Everyone
Read More: ASICS Signs First-Ever Dog Ambassador To Prove Movement Is For EveryoneFirst off, how cute is this little pupper!? If his fluffball face and zoomie energy donโt inspire you to get moving with your own furry mate, the research-backed mental health benefits of walking your dog might just do the trick. ASICS has just made history as the first sports brand to sign a dog as…
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9 Simple Eating Rules For Weight Loss To ย Burn Fat All Day
Read More: 9 Simple Eating Rules For Weight Loss To ย Burn Fat All DayWhat we eat has an enormous impact on our health and weight status. But did you know that when and how we eat also make a huge difference? Eating at the appropriate times throughout the day will help to maximise fat burning and keep hunger at bay. These eating rules for weight loss help maximise…
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Exactly How Much Do You Know About Prediabetes?
Read More: Exactly How Much Do You Know About Prediabetes?Prediabetes, sometimes referred to as borderline diabetesโฆ it sounds like yet another lifestyle ailment to be worried about, right? Unfortunately, it is another important health concern to add to your radar because 2 in 3 South Africans have prediabetes, according to a survey conducted by SA Demographic Health Survey. Meaning that two of the three…
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What Is Floodlighting? The Latest Toxic Dating Trend, Explained By Relationship Experts
Read More: What Is Floodlighting? The Latest Toxic Dating Trend, Explained By Relationship ExpertsYouโre on a first date at a cosy restaurant and, for once, itโs actuallyย notย awkward. Youโre laughing at each otherโs jokes; youโre sharing an app; youโre feeling super comfortable the more you chat. Itโs all fun and flirtation until your date mentions a childhood memory of theirs, which triggers a painful memory for you. Because the…
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Is Hydrogen Water a Hoax?
Read More: Is Hydrogen Water a Hoax?Medically reviewed by Emily Callahan, MPH, RDN Contrary to popular belief, the most epic coupling of all time isnโt peanut butter and jelly. Itโs not even peanut butter and chocolate. Itโs hydrogen and oxygen. See, when two hydrogen atoms love each other very much, they bind with an oxygen atom and you get water. And…
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5 TikTok Teeth Trends A Dental Surgeon Says You Should Skip
Read More: 5 TikTok Teeth Trends A Dental Surgeon Says You Should SkipItโs no secret that TikTok is a treasure trove of beauty and wellness tips. Some are genius; others, not so much. And when it comes to your teeth and TikTok trends, the wrong advice can do real damage โ and believe me, Iโve seen the aftermath of a few. From DIY whitening pastes to โnaturalโ…
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Breaking Vegan: A Physicianโs Health Journey from Vegan to Carnivore with Aimie Apigaian
Read More: Breaking Vegan: A Physicianโs Health Journey from Vegan to Carnivore with Aimie ApigaianAre you or have you ever thought about being vegan? For years people have asked me โwhat if Iโm veganโ and I always say โI totally respect your decision and love that you do it for the reasons you do it, but for ME, I donโt think itโs the best way and my plans do…
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The Best Mood-Boosting Scents, According To Science
Read More: The Best Mood-Boosting Scents, According To ScienceIf the notion of misting on good vibes sounds a bit far-fetched, science suggests otherwise. A growing body of research shows that fragrance doesnโt just make you smell good โ it can actually influence how you feel. Think: citrus scents that help you feel more energised, lavender to calm a racing mind, or warm, musky…
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Pregnancy Skin Problems! What To Expect And How To Handle It
Read More: Pregnancy Skin Problems! What To Expect And How To Handle ItAhh, pregnancy: the magical time when a woman grows a whole new human. That legendary pregnancy glow? Well, expect a mix of skin puzzling plot twists along the way. The reality is that fluctuating hormones can play havoc with the skin. But with the right knowledge and skincare routine, mums-to-be can navigate through these changes.…
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4 Moves Thatโll Help You Build Seriously Strong Legs
Read More: 4 Moves Thatโll Help You Build Seriously Strong LegsStrong, toned legs have been topping our Pinterest boards for years, but thereโs more to them than just looking good in a miniskirt. Building strength in your lower body supports everything from running and jumping to mobility, athletic performance and lifting power. Itโs all about creating a solid foundation by training all the major lower-body…
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Femagene Launches #FemEffect: Supporting Women With Menstrual Cup Donations
Read More: Femagene Launches #FemEffect: Supporting Women With Menstrual Cup DonationsFemagene is excited to announce the launch of its new campaign, #FemEffect. This initiative focuses on helping women feel confident and in control of their lives, with the belief that when women are empowered, they can achieve anything. At the core of the campaign is a simple yet impactful effort: for every Femagene product purchased,…
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Important Info To Familiarise Yourself With This Flu Season
Read More: Important Info To Familiarise Yourself With This Flu SeasonโTis the season for sniffles, groggy throats and itchy inner ears, and we donโt mean to sound like your GP here butโฆ have you gotten your flu shot yet? The best time to get it is before the flu/cold strikes, advises Dr Gulam Karim, Medical Director at TruMD, an innovative healthcare platform that offers instant…
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Huawei Just Unveiled Its 2025 Wearables Line-Up โ See Whatโs New
Read More: Huawei Just Unveiled Its 2025 Wearables Line-Up โ See Whatโs NewHuawei turned heads in Berlin today as it unveiled a striking line-up of statement-making products and breakthrough technologies at its โFashion Nextโ launch event. Blending high-tech brilliance with a bold sense of style, Huawei is fusing fashion and function to redefine what a smarter, more stylish future looks like. Hereโs your first look at the…
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27 Insanely Hot Moves That Will Change Your Sex Life Forever
Read More: 27 Insanely Hot Moves That Will Change Your Sex Life ForeverCould your sex life do with an upgrade? Well, youโve come to the right place. Here is the longest list of kinky things to do and fun games to play so you never feel bored in the sack again. Ever. 1. Watch Porn A 2021 study found that couples who watched porn together reported a…
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What Is a Highly Sensitive Person?
Read More: What Is a Highly Sensitive Person?Ann always knew she felt things more deeply than most people. Sheโs always been easily embarrassed, quick to cry and felt overwhelmed in crowded places. โAs a child, I was called โtoo sensitive,โ a โcrybaby,โ and โthin-skinned,โ Ann said. As a result, she often felt inadequate and an โinappropriate amount of shame.โ Today, Ann, now…
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Cold Workouts: Try These Winter Workout Tips On How To Stay Safe And Warm, According To Trainers
Read More: Cold Workouts: Try These Winter Workout Tips On How To Stay Safe And Warm, According To TrainersLetโs face it:ย Runningย on theย treadmillย just isnโt the same as running at your favourite park. And, as the chilly winter months drag on, you might be on the fence about moving your workout inside or braving the elements. Experts say you donโt have to โ not necessarily. Exercise is a stressor on the body, so getting active…
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9 Useful Self-Care Apps For Wellness To Download Now
Read More: 9 Useful Self-Care Apps For Wellness To Download NowAs a long-time wellness writer whoโs seen many wellness trends come, go and return, Iโve seen plenty of self-care apps. From all-in-one life organisers to weight loss trackers to meditation apps, Iโve tried an above-average amount. Thatโs probably because I have ADHD and anxiety, which makes handling tasks and processing emotions extremely difficult for me.…
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Good Sex with Emily Jamea: Starting Again โ Navigating Sex and Dating After Divorce or Loss
Read More: Good Sex with Emily Jamea: Starting Again โ Navigating Sex and Dating After Divorce or LossEmily Jamea, Ph.D., is a sex therapist, author of the USA Today Best-Selling book, Anatomy of Desire: Five Secrets to Create Connection and Cultivate Passion, and podcast host. You can find her here each month to share her latest thoughts about sex. Janeane, a new client, sat across from me in my therapy office, her…
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Metabolic Freedom: How to Burn Fat at Any Age with Metabolism Expert Ben Azadi
Read More: Metabolic Freedom: How to Burn Fat at Any Age with Metabolism Expert Ben AzadiIf youโve spent years blaming your age for stubborn weight gain, mysterious fatigue, and hormone chaos, prepare to have everything you thought you knew completely dismantled. What if your metabolism hasnโt actually slowed down at all? What if the โhealthyโ oils in your kitchen are silently sabotaging your cells for years? And what if the…












