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The 9 Best Natural Lubes For A Happy Vagina
Read More: The 9 Best Natural Lubes For A Happy VaginaItโs no secret that, for lots of people, lube is a game-changer when it comes to sex. So youโd probably assume that lubes (โnormalโ and natural lubes) are pretty safe (even good) for your vagina given their myriad other benefits โ and most are. But you need to proceed with caution and familiarise yourself with…
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18 Feel-Good Workouts Thatโll Boost Your Mood, Stat
Read More: 18 Feel-Good Workouts Thatโll Boost Your Mood, StatWhen it comes to exercise, one rule is paramount: youโve got to enjoy what you do, whether thatโs hitting balls playing padel, swimming or dancing. Whatever your movement, study after study confirms that the more you enjoy exercising, the more likely you are to continue. These six trainers champion feel-good workouts and will inspire you…
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6 Important Things to Know About Covid Vaccines to Help You Understand Your Options
Read More: 6 Important Things to Know About Covid Vaccines to Help You Understand Your OptionsThe world of Covid vaccines has certainly changed since the initial pandemic days of people waiting in long lines to get vaccinated. Today, there are several different Covid vaccines to choose from. Two are mRNA vaccines (Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna) and one is a protein-based vaccine (Novavax). And if youโre confused about whatโs available and when you…
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Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Migraine Disease
Read More: Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Migraine DiseaseA migraine attack is more than just a headache. Migraine disease can be a total-body experience, and the triggers and symptoms of migraine attacks are highly individual. HealthyWomen spoke with Maureen Moriarty, DNP, associate professor of nursing at Marymount Universityโs Malek School of Nursing, about this common but commonly misunderstood disease. The good news? Attacks…
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Self-Care for Migraine Attacks โ You Donโt Have to Suffer
Read More: Self-Care for Migraine Attacks โ You Donโt Have to SufferRetired registered nurse Michelle Clapham was 11 or 12 when she started experiencing migraine attacks, about six months after she started getting her period. โI told my mom and she explained that many women in her side of the family had them,โ Clapham said. โWhen I have a migraine, it feels like my head is…
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After Years of Suffering, I Got to the Root of My Migraine Attacks and Am Finally Free of Them
Read More: After Years of Suffering, I Got to the Root of My Migraine Attacks and Am Finally Free of ThemAs told to Nicole Audrey Spector It started right after I graduated from law school. Piercing pain โ not a throb but a shooting knife from one side of my head down to my shoulder. Sometimes it was so bad Iโd throw up. Sometimes Iโd be bedridden in darkness for days, wide awake in agony.…
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How Are Biosimilars Made?
Read More: How Are Biosimilars Made?Many people struggling with chronic, hard-to-manage health conditions have found relief with a type of drug called a biologic. You may be taking a biologic and donโt even know it. Some common biologics you may have heard of are adalimumab (brand name: Humira), infliximab (brand name: Remicade) and trastuzumab (brand name: Herceptin). Biologics can be…
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Hereโs How To Actually Practise Mindfulness And Unlock Inner Peace
Read More: Hereโs How To Actually Practise Mindfulness And Unlock Inner PeaceWeโve got some good news. While you may feel that mindfulness is a a lot to get a handle of, the truth is you already practise mindfulness in other ways all the time. For example, youโre mindful when you need to change lanes, or when you use an oven mitt so you donโt burn yourself.…
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Top Mountain Biking Tips & Gear For Beginners, From SA Experts
Read More: Top Mountain Biking Tips & Gear For Beginners, From SA ExpertsInspired to take up a new sport in 2024 and start tackling some trails? Youโve come to the right place! Weโve got expert advice covering all areas youโd need to know; from how to take on the uphills and downhills and how to use your gears to how to keep your balance and the best…
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12 Perfumes That Always Attract Mega Compliments
Read More: 12 Perfumes That Always Attract Mega ComplimentsLooking for a new signature scent? Well, youโre in luck because below, weโve round up some of our most complimented perfumes that are total head turners. Be advised though: Prepare for compliments to pour down on you like confetti because these stunners below are near impossible to resist. READ MORE: What Perfumes To Pick Based…
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The First OTC Birth Control Pill Heads to a Supermarket Near You
Read More: The First OTC Birth Control Pill Heads to a Supermarket Near YouDid someone say reproductive rights on aisle 4? Well, itโs about time! The countryโs first FDA-approved, over-the-counter (OTC) birth control pill is now available in some retailers across the country. That means you can walk in and purchase Opill, a progestin-only birth control pill, without a prescription. The FDA approved Opill back in July 2023.…
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3 Low-Calorie Raw Dinner Recipes For When Load Shedding Catches You By Surprise
Read More: 3 Low-Calorie Raw Dinner Recipes For When Load Shedding Catches You By SurpriseIn need of some low calorie load shedding recipes for dinner or lunch? Then you need to try these raw dishes that you can prep even when the lights are out. And if you thought raw food was limited to green, vegan salads, then itโs time for anย education. Here are some delicious dishes that are…
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Biologics, Biosimilars and Generics: Whatโs the Difference?
Read More: Biologics, Biosimilars and Generics: Whatโs the Difference?+ Infographic text What are biologics? A biologic is a medication made from living materials. These sources include: Plant cells Animal cells Microorganisms such as bacteria and yeast Biologics are used to treat many different health problems, including: Diabetes Arthritis Multiple sclerosis Psoriasis and other chronic skin diseases Crohnโs disease, colitis and other chronic bowel…
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Your April 2024 Sex Horoscope Is Here, And Nowโs The Time To Refresh Your Hinge Profile
Read More: Your April 2024 Sex Horoscope Is Here, And Nowโs The Time To Refresh Your Hinge ProfileCurious about what your April sex horoscope has in store for you? This month is an astrologically potent month, bringing new beginnings and exciting energy intoย everyย zodiac signโs love life. Whether youโre single, paired up, or somewhere in between, expect quick changes and unexpected new opportunities in your romantic life, says Donna Page, an Atlanta-based astrologer…
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Does The โWatermelon Dietโ Work For Weight Loss? How It Works And If Itโs Safe, According To Experts
Read More: Does The โWatermelon Dietโ Work For Weight Loss? How It Works And If Itโs Safe, According To ExpertsWhen youโre on a weight loss journey, itโs understandable to want to eatย healthy foodsย that help you achieve your goals. If you want results fast, trends like the watermelon diet may sound particularly appealing. Watermelon has many health benefits, like possibly boosting your heart health and immunity, per aย recent study. But what is the watermelon diet,…
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Health Insurance 101: How to Choose Health Insurance if You Have Asthma
Read More: Health Insurance 101: How to Choose Health Insurance if You Have AsthmaIf you have asthma, choosing the right health insurance can help you get the treatments you need with less hassle. Asthma treatments fall into two main categories: Long-term medicines to control asthma, often taken every day Medicines that give short-term relief from asthma symptoms, sometimes called โrescue medicationsโ For people with allergies that trigger their…
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Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs 101
Read More: Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs 101Almost 2 out of every 5 adults in the United States have high cholesterol, which can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. This is dangerous for women and people assigned female at birth (AFAB) because heart disease is their number one cause of death. Many people who have high cholesterol donโt know they…
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Whatโs Your Number?
Read More: Whatโs Your Number?+ Infographic text Having high cholesterol can lead to heart disease or stroke. There are 3 kinds of cholesterolย Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or โbadโ cholesterol High-density lipoprotein (HDL) or โgoodโ cholesterol Triglycerides (type of fat in your blood) Together, they make up your total cholesterol.ย Formula for total cholesterol = LDL + HDL + 20%…
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Lung Cancer Treatment: Next Steps After Diagnosis
Read More: Lung Cancer Treatment: Next Steps After DiagnosisEspaรฑol What happens after you or a loved one receives a lung cancer diagnosis? Receiving a lung cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming and traumatic for patients and their families. So, the first step is to take some time to process the news. Then, itโs time to make some decisions. Itโs understandable to feel a sense…
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Tratamiento contra el cรกncer pulmonar Siguientes pasos despuรฉs del diagnรณstico
Read More: Tratamiento contra el cรกncer pulmonar Siguientes pasos despuรฉs del diagnรณsticoEnglish ยฟQuรฉ pasa despuรฉs de que tรบ o un ser querido recibe un diagnรณstico de cรกncer pulmonar? Recibir un diagnรณstico de cรกncer pulmonar puede ser abrumante y traumรกtico para los pacientes y sus familias. Por eso, el primer paso es tomar algo de tiempo para procesar las noticias. Luego, llega el momento de tomar algunas…
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How Uterine Conditions Can Affect Your Sex Life
Read More: How Uterine Conditions Can Affect Your Sex LifeLiving with severe endometriosis made it hard for Annabelle Baugh, who uses they/them pronouns, to feel pleasure during sex. Afterward, they were nauseous, bloated, tired and in pain. It wasnโt until Baugh turned 43 that they learned they were at high risk for ovarian cancer. After getting a hysterectomy and hormone replacement therapy (HRT), they…
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Newly Diagnosed with MS? Here Are 10 Questions to Ask Your Neurologist.
Read More: Newly Diagnosed with MS? Here Are 10 Questions to Ask Your Neurologist.March is MS awareness month. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease that affects nearly 1 million people in the U.S., and women are at higher risk than men. While we still donโt know exactly what causes MS, the disease occurs when your immune system attacks your brain and nerves โ most likely because of…
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Good Nutrition Before and During Bladder Cancer Treatment
Read More: Good Nutrition Before and During Bladder Cancer TreatmentMedically reviewed by Nichole Andrews, RDN + Infographic text Eating well is a great way to support your body during and after treatment for urothelial bladder cancer (UBC).ย Focus on good nutrition with: A heart-healthy diet ย Following a Mediterranean or other heart-healthy diet can help protect you from damaging inflammation. It may also help…
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Foundation Application Tips For That Perfect Second Skin
Read More: Foundation Application Tips For That Perfect Second SkinWhat has two hands and has seamless porcelain, photoshopped, fresh skin because of their foundation. You, the answer you. So what do you do to get this flawless complexion? Well, just start by following our tips and tricks. Whether youโre a beauty beginner or a make-up maven, these tips will help you achieve that coveted…
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5 Good Money Habits That Your Kids Can Learn From
Read More: 5 Good Money Habits That Your Kids Can Learn FromHow many of us have fantasised over winning the lottery and the kind of life those millions would buy us? Unfortunately, the majority of us have to work (very hard) for our money. โWhy has no one invented seeds that would make money trees a reality?โ, you probably ask yourself when those debit orders eat…
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Much Ado About Magnesium
Read More: Much Ado About MagnesiumMedically reviewed by Melanie Fiorella, M.D. Adios, ashwagandha. Ciao, calcium. The latest supplement darling on social media is magnesium. From the sleepy girl mocktail to migraines, thereโs a lot of buzz about the benefits of magnesium. But how much of it is true and should you consider taking a magnesium supplement? We reached out to…
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8 Of Our Favourite Bakkies Right Now
Read More: 8 Of Our Favourite Bakkies Right NowThere are at least three things that unite South Africans โ bakkies, a lekker braai and our love for sport! For the purpose of this article, weโll be putting a spotlight on the former. And it could be because of the robust and versatile nature of bakkies โ they can take on any terrain, rough…
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All About Sydney Sweeneyโs Diet: Her Massive Sweet Tooth, Go-To Dinner And Favourite Snacks
Read More: All About Sydney Sweeneyโs Diet: Her Massive Sweet Tooth, Go-To Dinner And Favourite SnacksSydney Sweeney has been everywhere latelyโgracing big billboards and bigger movie screens, in commercials and smiling from magazine covers. And now, the actress is starring in the highly-anticipated new Marvel movie, Madame Web, which hit theaters on February 16. In the flick, Sydney plays a woman named Julia Carpenter, a.k.a. Spider-Woman and her character definitely…
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20 Outdoor Adventures To Try this Easter On The KZN South Coast
Read More: 20 Outdoor Adventures To Try this Easter On The KZN South CoastCalling all adventure seekers: Struggling to find the perfect place for the whole family to go to this Easter? Look no further, weโve got you covered. The subtropical climate, breathtaking scenery and endless outdoor activities make the KZN South Coast a must-visit destination this Easter. โThere is a growing trend of travel-based experiences that can…
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Quick Air Fryer Delights
Read More: Quick Air Fryer DelightsBusy times call for โquickโ, โhealthyโ and โconvenientโ to be the only operative words in the kitchen. And this is why weโre clinging on to these air fryer recipes from Lelia Castelloโs Super Easy Air Fryer Recipes: 69 Simple, Quick and Delicious Meals for dear sanity. Super Easy Air Fryer Recipes: 69 Simple, Quick and…
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After I Was Diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer, I Had Another Shock
Read More: After I Was Diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer, I Had Another ShockAs told to Erica Rimlinger I canโt remember a time when I didnโt have the fear. My mother was diagnosed with breast cancer when I was a senior in high school, and I was her caretaker until she passed away when I was 27. My momโs genetic tests showed she carried the BRCA gene, which…
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10 Healthy Snacks That Wonโt Give You A Sugar Crash In 20 Minutes
Read More: 10 Healthy Snacks That Wonโt Give You A Sugar Crash In 20 MinutesRaise your hand if you ever ate a candy bar for a mid-day boost, only to experience a sugar highโฆfollowed by an immediate crash. Yup, itโs a nasty cycle. An alternative? Sugar-free snacks that help stabilise your blood sugar and wean you off your sweet tooth says Desiree Nielsen, a registered dietician. Whether you opt…
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Art Curator Lerato Bereng-Moji On How Self-Honesty Improved Her Mental Health
Read More: Art Curator Lerato Bereng-Moji On How Self-Honesty Improved Her Mental HealthMoving to a new environment in hopes of levelling up your career or life can go either way. Sometimes, it may take longer for the grass to finally be greener on the other side. That was the case for Lerato Bereng-Moji, an art curator, director and co-owner of the Stevenson Gallery, who soon learned that…
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Everyone Will Love These 3 Healthy Recipes For Ramadan
Read More: Everyone Will Love These 3 Healthy Recipes For RamadanRefresh your dinner repertoire with these nutritious, healthy recipes during the month of Ramadan. Cariema Isaacs โ South African cookbook author now based in Dubai โ shares some of her favourite recipes from her book Spice Odyssey. โThe best way to describe Cape Malay cuisine is possibly to say that we prefer our food well…
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40 Books To Add To Your 2024 Reading List
Read More: 40 Books To Add To Your 2024 Reading ListBook enthusiasts know that starting a new book can inject some much-needed excitement into an otherwise dull life โ while offering countless opportunities to escape to different worlds. In the spirit of helping you diversify your 2024 TBR list, our editors have compiled this list of enlightening and empowering books to help you navigate the…
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Try a Sleep Tracker for Better Health
Read More: Try a Sleep Tracker for Better HealthMarch is National Sleep Awareness Month. Sleep โฆ elusive sleep. Itโs a much needed, yet somehow complicated part of life, especially if youโre perimenopausal. Luckily, like so many things these days, we have technology to help us figure it out. Enter sleep trackers. A lot of people use smartwatches to track their sleep. But some…
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11 Best Foundations And Brushes For A Flawless Application
Read More: 11 Best Foundations And Brushes For A Flawless ApplicationLooking for that perfect foundation brush to achieve flawless-looking skin? We hear you. A quality brush can truly work wonders, transforming your foundation application into a seamless, airbrushed finish. But letโs face it: with so many options out there and trends evolving constantly, the search can be overwhelming. Donโt sweat it. Weโve got you covered…
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The Role of Mental Health Counselors in Promoting Wellness
Read More: The Role of Mental Health Counselors in Promoting WellnessWellness is the state of being in good health. It is an actively pursued goal, and mental health counselors play a critical role in promoting wellness by helping families, individuals and communities deal with difficult emotions. For example, counselors might provide treatment to young people whose parents are in the process of divorcing.ย They can…
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What Are Relationship Attachment Styles?
Read More: What Are Relationship Attachment Styles?If youโve been on social media lately, youโve probably seen #attachmentstyle making the rounds. The hashtag has been viewed more than a billion times on TikTok. So what is attachment style? Relationship attachment style refers to how people behave in relationships, from expressing intimacy to handling conflict. The term became popular in 1969 when psychologist…
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This 15-Minute Pregnancy Workout Does It All โ Fast
Read More: This 15-Minute Pregnancy Workout Does It All โ FastIf youโre pregnant, making time for exercise can be rewarding but difficult to achieve. Waning energy and not feeling 100% can be powerful demotivators in your fitness journey. But this 15-minute pregnancy workout is made for a slow and steady approach, so youโre working at a level that feels comfortable for you. Meet the expert:…
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All The Self-Care Beauty You Need For The Easter Weekend
Read More: All The Self-Care Beauty You Need For The Easter WeekendStaycationing? Us too. But that doesnโt mean we canโt all turn our bathroom counter into the hotel spa of our dreams. Here are a few self-care products to get yourย #HomeSpa on this Easter weekendโฆ Celluvac Derma Roller Unlock the secret to radiant skin with the Celluvac Derma Roller. Say hello to a youthful glow as…
