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Halfway Through My โNormalโ Pregnancy, I Was Told Weโd Have to Deliver the Baby or Weโd Both Die
Read More: Halfway Through My โNormalโ Pregnancy, I Was Told Weโd Have to Deliver the Baby or Weโd Both DieAs told to Erica Rimlinger In the summer of 2015, I had big news to share with my friends, family and all my hairstyling clients: I was pregnant. My husband and I were so excited to meet our first child. I was 32 years old and healthy, and the pregnancy was going great. In my…
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Lipoprotein (a): The Heart Health Risk Factor You Need to Know About
Read More: Lipoprotein (a): The Heart Health Risk Factor You Need to Know AboutLipoprotein (a) might sound like a sexy lip plumper, but thatโs not quite what it is. Lipoprotein (a), or Lp(a) for short, is a particle thatโs found in your blood. This particle transports cholesterol and can impact your heart disease risk, so it’s worth learning more and potentially having your levels checked through blood work.…
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5 Tips To Prevent Stained Teeth & Brighten Your Smile
Read More: 5 Tips To Prevent Stained Teeth & Brighten Your SmileLetโs be honest: our efforts to prevent stained teeth and brighten our smile are thwarted by other priorities. Mornings without coffee feel incomplete, and a good weekend just isnโt the same without a glass of wine (or two). Whether youโre sipping your frothy cappuccino during a quick Zoom meeting or clinking glasses of Merlot at…
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Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Endometrial Cancer Treatment Options
Read More: Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Endometrial Cancer Treatment OptionsEndometrial cancer is cancer that forms in the lining of the uterus, which is called the endometrium. It is the fourth most common cancer for women in the United States and affects 1 in 50 women. The good news? Doctors have many tools for treating endometrial cancer, and they work well, especially when the cancer…
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Gravesโ Disease 101
Read More: Gravesโ Disease 101July is Gravesโ Disease Awareness Month. Gravesโ disease is an autoimmune condition that mainly affects your thyroid. Prompt diagnosis and treatment is important because, without treatment, the disease can lead to serious health problems such as heart failure and osteoporosis. This is especially important to note because women and people assigned female at birth are…
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23 Bucket List Hikes To Do In South Africa, From Day Hikes To Wild Camping
Read More: 23 Bucket List Hikes To Do In South Africa, From Day Hikes To Wild CampingSouth Africa is stuffed to the straps with incredible walks and hikes. These are our selection of the 23 best hikes in South Africa, from day hikes and slackpacking to backpacking and wild camping. 23 Best Hikes In South Africa Western Cape 1. Rockhopper Trail Photos by Carin Brink Type: Day Hike Distance: 8km Duration:…
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This 7-Day Training Plan Is Perfect For Anyone Who Runs And Lifts Weights
Read More: This 7-Day Training Plan Is Perfect For Anyone Who Runs And Lifts WeightsAs with most things in life, balance is key, andย fitnessย is no exception.ย Hybrid trainingย mixes different modalities and training techniques to achieve well-rounded athleticism and โ asย researchย suggests โ prevent injury. Usually, that involves combiningย cardioย (typicallyย running)ย with strength training to improve endurance and power simultaneously, while adding in elements of functional training and mobility. PT and coachย Torie Linย knows the huge…
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My Back Pain Journey, and Why Iโm Having Disc Replacement Surgery
Read More: My Back Pain Journey, and Why Iโm Having Disc Replacement SurgeryHave you ever stood in front of a mirror, barely recognizing the woman staring back at youโnot because of how you look, but because of how much pain youโre carrying? If youโre reading this while dealing with persistent back pain thatโs stealing your energy, limiting your activities, and making you feel like your body has…
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The Confidence Issue Just Dropped โ And Nomzamoโs Got It On Lock
Read More: The Confidence Issue Just Dropped โ And Nomzamoโs Got It On LockFrom Good as Hell by Lizzo and Roar by Katy Perry to Man! I Feel Like A Woman! by Shania Twain and Iโm That Girl by Beyoncรฉ โ thereโs nothing quite like the energy of a woman who knows her inherent power. And no one embodies that better than Nomzamo Mbatha, the radiant face of…
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Hiking Safety Tips For Beginners, From Hiking Influencer Sabrina Bloedorn
Read More: Hiking Safety Tips For Beginners, From Hiking Influencer Sabrina BloedornBeing a hiking newbie shouldnโt stop you from getting outdoors! And British Colombian hiking influencer Sabrina Bloedorn is here to help! Arm yourself with these hiking safety tips for beginners, then hit the trails with confidence. Hiking Safety Tips For Beginners: Sabrina Bloedornโs Top 5 Trail Essentials: โMake sure youโve got all of these with…
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Smash Your First Hyrox With This 30-Minute Beginner Solo Workout, From A Hyrox Athlete
Read More: Smash Your First Hyrox With This 30-Minute Beginner Solo Workout, From A Hyrox AthleteIf 2025 is the year you take on your firstย Hyrox, this is the workout to help you cross that finish line. Itโs designed exclusively by Hyrox champion and Director of Fitness and Performance atย FIIT,ย Gede Foster, who has competed in a whopping 14 Hyrox races, with her fastest solo time being one hour and seven minutes.…
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5 Things You Should Know About Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Read More: 5 Things You Should Know About Pelvic Organ ProlapseJune is Pelvic Organ Prolapse Awareness Month. Few things are scarier than your pelvic organs making an appearance somewhere you donโt expect them โ like bulging out of your vaginal canal. But donโt worry, youโre not having an alien encounter. Itโs pelvic organ prolapse (POP), and it actually happens a lot. In fact, up to…
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6 Hiking Fashion Influencers You Need To Follow In 2025
Read More: 6 Hiking Fashion Influencers You Need To Follow In 2025Looking for some style inspo for your next outdoor adventure? These six โhiking fashion influencersโ are bringing next-level fashion to a feed (and trail) near you. Follow them as they document their looks, adventures and tried-and-tested gear. 1. Sabrina Bloedorn (@sabriinab___) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sabrina Bloedorn (@sabriinab___) View this…
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Donโt Count Me Out
Read More: Donโt Count Me OutAs told to Erica Rimlinger My kids were 2 and 3 years old when I found a lump in my breast. I made an appointment for a mammogram and went to the appointment alone. Iโll never forget the radiologistโs face as she reviewed the results. When she told me I had to follow up with…
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HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 Series Brings Mood-Matching Style And Wellness To Your Wrist
Read More: HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 Series Brings Mood-Matching Style And Wellness To Your WristSmart has never looked this good. The new HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 Series doesnโt just help you hit your step count or get more sleep, it lets you style your stats, track your moods and personalise your wellness journey in a way thatโs playful, beautiful and uniquely you. Whether you choose the fashion-forward HUWEI WATCH…
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15 Things Your Period Could Be Telling You About Your Health
Read More: 15 Things Your Period Could Be Telling You About Your HealthYou may think the only thing your period can tell you is whether or not youโre pregnant โ or if need to pop a painkiller because your cramps hurt like hell. But get this: your period health signals important things about how youโre doing overall. According to research from the American Heart Association, women whose…
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How to Support a Loved One During a Migraine Attack
Read More: How to Support a Loved One During a Migraine AttackJune is Migraine and Headache Awareness Month. + Flipbook text Slide 2: ย More than โjust a headacheโ Migraine is a disabling disease that affects over 40 million people each year in the U.S. Women are 3x more likely to have migraine disease than men.ย It can make even the simplest tasks impossible.ย Why are…
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Perimenopause and Migraine Disease
Read More: Perimenopause and Migraine DiseaseJune is Migraine and Headache Awareness Month. + Flipbook text Slide 1 Perimenopause and Migraine Disease Find out how perimenopause symptoms can change your migraine attacksย Slide 2 Perimenopause can affect how you experience migraine disease You may have a migraine attack for the first timeย Your symptoms could get worse Your symptoms could get…
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Red Flags To Look Out For When Hunting For A New Job
Read More: Red Flags To Look Out For When Hunting For A New JobFeeling unfulfilled in your current role and considering a career change? Before jumping into a new position, itโs important that you look beyond the salary package and job title and consider what really makes you happy. Genuine workplace happiness depends less on the industry itself and more on human connection, supportive culture, and team dynamics.…
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โThe Best Weight-Loss Plan For You, According To Your Favourite Workout
Read More: โThe Best Weight-Loss Plan For You, According To Your Favourite WorkoutWhen it comes to weight loss, a healthy diet reigns supreme. That said, adding in a regular dose of exercise can help nudge the scale closer toward your goal โ as long as youโre fuelling right. But! The right way to approach weight loss can depend on how you get your sweat on, meaning that…
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Why Hair Loss Happens in Midlife and What We Can Do! I tried OS-O1 with Carolina Reis Oliveira
Read More: Why Hair Loss Happens in Midlife and What We Can Do! I tried OS-O1 with Carolina Reis OliveiraAre you starting to notice more hair in your brush each morning? If youโre a woman in your 40s or 50s, you might assume itโs just hormones or geneticsโbut groundbreaking research reveals thereโs another villain in your hair loss story that no oneโs talking about. What if I told you that by the time you…
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How This Athlete Found Strength In Her Support System
Read More: How This Athlete Found Strength In Her Support SystemAsk any athlete what gets them through injury, burnout or rock bottom, and theyโll probably say grit. But look closer and youโll find something else holding it all together: an athlete support system. The kind that doesnโt ask for anything in return. That shows up quietly. That reminds you who you are when youโve forgotten.…
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What to Do If You’ve Just Been Diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer
Read More: What to Do If You’ve Just Been Diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer+ Flipbook text Slide 1 What to Do If Youโve Just Been Diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer Here are steps to take if youโve been newly diagnosed Slide 2 Know that you are not alone More than 20,000 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer this year.ย Over the years, better treatments have lowered death rates…
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Can Semaglutide Prevent Alzheimerโs?
Read More: Can Semaglutide Prevent Alzheimerโs?June is Alzheimerโs and Brain Awareness Month. Promising research alert! If you watch TV or any screen at all, youโve probably heard of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists, or GLP-1 drugs. The popular prescription weight-loss medications help manage blood sugar and reduce appetite in people living with Type 2 diabetes and obesity. GLP-1 drugs have…
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How To Pull Off Reverse Cowgirl Position Like A Pro, According To Sex Experts
Read More: How To Pull Off Reverse Cowgirl Position Like A Pro, According To Sex ExpertsIf youโre ready to unleash your wild wild west side in bed, thereโs one sex position you need to add to your repertoire: reverseย cowgirl. Itโs unique, adventurous and downright hot. If you love being on top in the classicย cowgirlย position, riding your partner while facing away from them can be a fun way to spice things…
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The Big Benefits Of Creatine, Especially For Womenย
Read More: The Big Benefits Of Creatine, Especially For WomenยIf we were to say the word โcreatineโ to you two years ago, weโre willing to bet that your word association might spit out something like โgym brosโ, โbodybuilding,โ or โno thanksโ.ย Now, though, creatine has gradually moved into a must-have supp, with more women embracing the stuff. Andy Moore, research and development and quality…
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Being Outed Was Traumatic, But It Pushed Me To Accept โ and Embrace โ My Sexuality
Read More: Being Outed Was Traumatic, But It Pushed Me To Accept โ and Embrace โ My SexualityJune is Pride Month. As told to Nicole Audrey Spector Growing up, I never really thought much about what it meant to be gay, bisexual or trans. I was raised in a Catholic household, and topics of sexuality and gender identity didnโt come up one way or another. I was at some point made aware…
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Sympathetic vs Parasympathetic: The Nervous System Battle in Your Body with Sachin Patel
Read More: Sympathetic vs Parasympathetic: The Nervous System Battle in Your Body with Sachin PatelHave you ever noticed how your breathing changes when youโre stressed? Maybe you catch yourself holding your breath during a tense conversation, or breathing rapidly when overwhelmed? What if I told you that this connection works both waysโand that changing how you breathe could be the key to managing midlife anxiety, improving your sleep, and…
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Postpartum Depression: Why So Many Women Suffer in Silence?
Read More: Postpartum Depression: Why So Many Women Suffer in Silence?Bringing a baby into the world is often portrayed as a time of joy and excitement. There arenโt enough stories about sleepless nights, honing patience, taking care of yourself โ all while guessing your newborn babyโs needs. For many South African mothers, the reality of motherhood is far more complex. According to the National Department…
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This Full-Body Kettlebell Workout Is Your Go-To In A Packed Gymย
Read More: This Full-Body Kettlebell Workout Is Your Go-To In A Packed GymยIf youโve spent more time queuing for a treadmill at the gym than Cher Horowitz has spent picking an outfit for school, itโs time to change things up. Most of the time, a packed gym means packed treadmills, spin machines and mismatched dumbbells. But the good news is that you can still score a full…
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HealthyWomen Statement on HHS Dismissal and Replacement of All ACIP Members
Read More: HealthyWomen Statement on HHS Dismissal and Replacement of All ACIP MembersHealthyWomen shares the concerns of leading medical associations and public health organizations about the recent decision by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to abruptly dismiss all 17 sitting members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which advises the CDC on the use of vaccines in the U.S. The ACIP is…
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6 Easy Kitchen Decluttering Tips For A Clear, Healthy Cooking Space
Read More: 6 Easy Kitchen Decluttering Tips For A Clear, Healthy Cooking SpaceThereโs nothing like the stress of aย messy kitchenย to ruin the serenity of making aย healthy meal. Whether itโs cupboards that spill out when you open them, a stacked fridge that makes it impossible to find your ingredients, or surfaces that are littered withย gadgets, a cluttered kitchen makes for a harder time cooking. So, toย declutterย your kitchen is…
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Your Migraine Attacks Might Be Affecting Your Mental Health
Read More: Your Migraine Attacks Might Be Affecting Your Mental HealthWhen Stephanie Weaver plans a vacation, her very first thought is, โWhat if I get a migraine attack?โ The possibility causes her so much anxiety that she goes over a game plan with her therapist in case it happens. She packs multiple medications, a hat to shield her eyes from bright lights and Ziploc bags…
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Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Migraine Treatments
Read More: Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Migraine TreatmentsMigraine attacks arenโt just head pain. Theyโre part of migraine disease, a neurologic disorder, and they involve a wide variety of symptoms that can include intense headache attacks, particularly occurring on one side of the head; sensitivity to light, sounds and smells; tingling or numbness in your arms and/or legs, mood changes and intense fatigue,…
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HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 Series Helps You Train Smarter, Recover Better And Move With Purpose
Read More: HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 Series Helps You Train Smarter, Recover Better And Move With PurposeThe right wearable doesnโt just keep up with your routine, it elevates it. The new HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 Series, featuring the HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 and HUAWEI WATCH FIT 4 Pro, is made for those who take their movement, goals and recovery seriously. From detailed outdoor tracking to all-day heart health monitoring, itโs a…
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Exactly How To Find The Right Exercise For Your Goals
Read More: Exactly How To Find The Right Exercise For Your GoalsThereโs nothing more frustrating than working out really hardย and not seeing the results you want. The thing is, different kinds of exercise affect the body differently. Soย if your goal is, say, to get fitter and run a faster parkrun time, you shouldnโt be concentrating on moves that are more geared towards building strength and muscle.…
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15 Minutes With: Sara Reardon, DPT, WCS, Talks About the Power of the Pelvic Floor and the Problem with How We Pee
Read More: 15 Minutes With: Sara Reardon, DPT, WCS, Talks About the Power of the Pelvic Floor and the Problem with How We PeeSara Reardon, aka โThe Vagina Whisperer,โ has been very vocal online about the importance of womenโs pelvic floor health since 2017. And with more than 680,000 followers and 13 million views on social media โ people are listening. โThe account has organically grown, and I think that’s a real testament to how much women really…
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Aprende mรกs, Autoimmune disease, Chronic conditions, Espanol, Lupus, Medical research and clinical trials, Research
Comprender las investigaciones de lupus
Read More: Comprender las investigaciones de lupusEnglish Aproximadamente 1.5 millones de personas en Estados Unidos tienen lupus, un trastorno que ocurre cuando el sistema inmunitario ataca รณrganos y tejidos saludables. De ellas, 9 de cada 10 son mujeres. El lupus es un trastorno complicado que puede ser difรญcil de diagnosticar e incluso mรกs difรญcil de tratar. Los cientรญficos estudian el lupus…
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Understanding Lupus Research
Read More: Understanding Lupus ResearchAbout 1.5 million people in the United States have lupus, a disease that happens when the immune system attacks healthy organs and tissues. Of these, 9 out of 10 are women. Lupus is a complicated disease that can be hard to diagnose and even harder to treat. Scientists are looking at lupus from many different…
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Pasรฉ aรฑos sin tener idea que mis episodios รฉpicos de migraรฑas estaban relacionados con mi ciclo menstrual
Read More: Pasรฉ aรฑos sin tener idea que mis episodios รฉpicos de migraรฑas estaban relacionados con mi ciclo menstrualEnglish Junio es el Mes Nacional de Concientizaciรณn de Migraรฑas y Dolores de Cabeza. Tal como lo relataron a Nicole Audrey Spector Estaba en la universidad cuando tuve mi primer episodio de migraรฑas. Fue tan grave que me tumbรณ por tres dรญas. El segundo dรญa, me encerrรฉ en un cuarto oscuro, donde vomitรฉ sin parar…
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For Years, I Had No Idea My Epic Migraine Attacks Were Tied to My Menstrual Cycle
Read More: For Years, I Had No Idea My Epic Migraine Attacks Were Tied to My Menstrual CycleEspaรฑol June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month. As told to Nicole Audrey Spector I was in college when I had my first migraine attack. It was so severe it knocked me out for three days. On the second day, I shut myself away in a dark room, where I was vomiting nonstop and…
