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The Best Valentine’s Day Gift for Each of the 5 Love Languages
Depending on the person you love, the best Valentine's Day gift might not require you to spend much money at all. Psychologists share their ideas. Every editorial product is independently selected, though we may be compensated or receive an affiliate commission if you buy something through our links. Ratings and prices are accurate and items are in stock as of time of publication.
Deion Sanders Shares His #1 ‘Old School’ Rule That Led to 2 Super Bowl Wins
You would be hard-pressed to find an athlete with a career like Deion Sanders’. Fourteen seasons in the NFL, nine in Major League Baseball, two head coach positions (currently as the head football coach at University of Colorado), countless awards and championships—and the proud title of being the only athlete to play in both the World Series and the Super Bowl.
What Is Cycle Syncing?
Anyone who has ever experienced a menstrual cycle knows it can be a real pain. From brain fog and back aches to restless sleep and intense cravings, the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) can be wildly disruptive to a person’s daily life. Naturally, many of us are looking for...
I Ate Chocolate Every Day for a Week—Here’s What Happened
My grandmother was a chocolate lover, and it’s safe to say I learned from the best. Mimi enjoyed a Hershey bar daily and loved anything that contained chocolate. When she lived to be 95, she credited this one daily indulgence and gave full credit to Mr. Milton Hershey himself for her longevity and happiness.
Here’s How to Get Over a Breakup—and How Long It Might Take
It takes half the total time of your relationship to get over your ex—at least, that’s the pop culture refrain. But outside the plotlines of Sex and the City or How I Met Your Mother, getting over a breakup is hardly so cut-and-dry—in fact, relationship scholars say the question comes up all the time, largely because our desire to put a timeline on heartache is wired into our DNA.
What Is the 12-3-30 Workout? What to Know About This Viral Trend
We need to work out for 150 minutes per week to reap the amazing benefits of exercise, according to the American Heart Association. Luckily, many aerobic activities qualify, not just jogging or intense HIIT workouts. In recent years, walking has become a popular workout choice for its low impact and...
23 Celebs Share the Self-Care Secrets They Never, Ever Skip
Let’s be honest: With the pace of life, some days it can feel like just brushing your teeth should be celebrated as an act of self-care. But maybe you do regularly honor a window of time in your day to move…breathe…reflect…to take care of yourself in a way that increases your sense of wellbeing. There’s no question that self-care can benefit your mental, emotional and even physical health—according to National Institute of Health, self-care activities can help you manage stress, lower your risk of illness (including heart disease) and increase your energy.
What New York’s Laundry Detergent Ban Means for Some Popular Brands
The question of just how safe laundry detergents are has been hotly debated over the past few years. For instance, some say laundry pods are bad for the environment. Some even suggest detergents are one way clothing could be killing you. But the recent move by the state of New York escalates those concerns into law.
Get Headaches? Try Eating More of This Nutrient
If you ever experienced a headache when you were young and heard an adult say, “When’s the last time you went to the bathroom?”…well, new science shows that in fact there may be a link between headaches and gastrointestinal health. What the study says. According to...
There’s a Link Between Ovarian Cancer & 2 Common Medications
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), ovarian cancer “causes more deaths than any other cancer of the female reproductive system.” The American Cancer Society predicts that in 2023, 20,000 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Ovarian cancer rates are declining, yet diagnosis often happens late because early symptoms can go unreported or undiagnosed.
Erin Andrews Just Shared the Powerful Lesson Damar Hamlin Taught Her
You’re probably used to seeing sports commentator Erin Andrews on TV: Strong, smart, funny, and totally glam—even when she’s just in sneakers and jeans. (Seriously, how?!) But while she’s always on her game (pun intended!) on the field, Andrews shares that she doesn’t always feel that put together. In fact, her body takes a serious beating during her job. So clearly she must have an elaborate post-game self-care program, right?
This Nurturing Activity May Reduce Cancer Risk, New Study Finds
For decades it’s been known that one particular outdoorsy activity can improve physical health, with a growing bounty of scientific evidence of its mental health benefits also mounting in recent years. But now, thanks to the findings of a January 2023 study published in the peer-reviewed Lancet Planetary Health,...
5 Subtle Signs Your Back Pain Means Something Serious, from a Spinal Surgeon
Back pain affects almost half of all Americans. A doctor specializing in surgery of the spine raises these red-flag symptoms that might be more than an uncomfortable nuisance. Back pain can be distracting…it can also be debilitating. According to the Healthy Policy Institute at Georgetown University, around 16 million—or 8%—of American adults experience persistent or chronic pain in their back that limits their everyday activities. Meanwhile, 2021 data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggested 39% of Americans were living with back pain.
I Did a 3-Day Juice Cleanse—Here’s What Happened
Jaime Alexis Stathis is a nonfiction writer whose favorite topics are humans, technology, animals, wildlife, and the places where they intersect. She writes about health, wellness, technology, nutrition, and everything related to being a human being on a constantly evolving planet. Her work has been published in Self, Wired, Parade, Bon Appétit, The Independent, Rachael Ray In Season, and others. She is also a Licenced Massage Therapist. Jaime is working on a novel about a heroine who saves herself and a memoir about caring for her grandmother through the dark stages of dementia.
Do Immunity Shots Actually Work?
If you’ve strolled the juice aisle of a grocery store recently, you’ve probably seen so-called “immunity shots.” The 1- to 3-ounce bottles of bright liquid promise a quick boost in vitamins, and thus, in immune system response. Some consumers are turning to them when they feel a cold coming on, or when they’re just feeling a bit under the weather.
This Natural Sweetener May Lower Cholesterol and Blood Sugar, New Study Says
Is there any such thing as a “healthy” sweetener? Lately, a yes to that question doesn’t seem super-easy to argue. Maybe you’ve heard that artificial sweeteners, like aspartame, can wind up triggering your brain’s demand for real sugar, while one 2007 study published in Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews pointed out that sugar itself is “a substance that releases opioids and dopamine and thus might be expected to have addictive potential.” This, of course, is in addition to the commonly understood realities of eating too much added sugar. As the blog for the Mayo Clinic points out, sugar can increase your risk of heart disease, contribute to weight gain, cause tooth decay, and much more.
Amazon Has a New Prescription Plan—Here’s How You Can Use It
Amazon is already involved with almost every facet of our lives—from television to grocery shopping to products that make us happier—so it only makes sense that the company would expand more deeply in healthcare. Recently, Amazon announced the creation of its new prescription plan that offers some steep...
Are UV Nail Lamps Safe? What to Know When Getting a Manicure
If you have ever gotten a gel manicure, chances are you have used a nail drying lamp. They are a frequent feature in salons, used to dry specific types of nail polish rapidly before you leave. They do so by emitting ultraviolet (UV) light, much like a tiny tanning bed. However, according to a study from the University of San Diego published on Jan. 17, 2023, you might want to think twice before sticking your hands into the drying lamp at your next manicure.
This Is the Best Diet for Your Heart, Says New Report
The Mediterranean diet consistently wins heart-health experts’ recommendations for being nutritionally sound, easy to follow, and not restrictive. However, in a new national report, another diet took the top spot as the best diet to improve heart health and reduce cardiovascular risk…. What’s the best diet for your heart?...
The 5 Best Gentle Exercises for Flexibility
Flexibility could actually prevent falls and help you live longer. Here are five flexibility exercises, plus how long to hold a stretch before it starts making your body more pliable. First off, let’s clear up any confusion about flexibility and mobility. They’re both important—and they work together—but they’re not exactly...
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