The 1 Health Care Provider Most People Should See After Giving Birth, But Don’t
ArtMarie via Getty Images While postpartum healing is a process, and most people need some time before they feel “back to normal,” there’s one health care provider you should visit to support healing and lessen pain and discomfort. After weekly medical check-ins at the end of pregnancy, most people won’t see a health care provider […]
Here’s What You Should Do Immediately After You Get A Sunburn
Eleganza via Getty Images While getting a sunburn should never be a goal, it does happen from time to time — especially for folks with fair skin. When spending time outside, it’s important to do what you can to avoid getting a sunburn. The skin damage that occurs can cause problems like skin aging and […]
Why You Need To Be Extra Careful If You’re Sitting In A Window Seat On A Plane
SDI Productions via Getty Images Should you be applying sunscreen before flights? Here’s what experts say. Earlier this year, TikTok user FindingFiona uploaded a travel video that got serious attention, garnering more than 2 million views and 1,000 comments. In the post, she emphasized the importance of wearing sunscreen on flights, citing reports of people […]
Here’s What Health Care Professionals Really Think Of The Carnivore Diet
gruizza via Getty Images Just the thought of eating steak, eggs and butter for breakfast, lunch and dinner may make your stomach turn, but with 1 billion views on TikTok, the hashtag #carnivorediet highlights a new fad diet that’s akin to a souped-up version of keto. It’s called the carnivore diet, and it’s raising a […]
The 5 Biggest Early Warning Signs You Have Insomnia
Maria Korneeva via Getty Images How do you know if your sleepless nights are insomnia or just a phase? Experts break down the difference. It’s not uncommon to occasionally have a hard time falling or staying asleep. However, for those people who seem to never be able to sleep, it might be an indicator of […]
Is It Endometriosis Or PCOS? This Is How To Spot The Difference.
Moyo Studio via Getty Images PCOS and endometriosis impact millions of people of reproductive age. Endometriosis impacts an estimated 1 in 10 women and girls of reproductive age worldwide. Moreover, recent research suggests that polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is thought to affect somewhere between 4 to 20% of women of reproductive age globally. Though endometriosis […]
If You Use A Toothbrush Cover, We Have News For You
Amir Mukhtar via Getty Images Despite appearances, toothbrush covers and cleanliness do not always mix. There are lots of helpful travel gadgets on the market, ranging from high-tech tracking devices to simple products like a toothbrush cover. But even though toothbrush covers are a popular staple ― both while you’re on a trip and even […]
So THAT’S Why You Feel Sleepy At The Same Time Every Day
Maskot via Getty Images There are a few explanations for why you could be hitting the same afternoon slump each day. Thankfully, there are also several solutions. Several days a week, when the evening comes around, I’m tired. My stomach is full from dinner, I’m relaxing with a good TV show and I could probably […]
5 Signs You’re In A Constant State Of ‘Fight Or Flight’
aluxum via Getty Images Experts explain how stress can affect our emotions, memory, sleep and relationships. You may have heard of the “fight or flight” response ― an evolutionary mechanism that allows us to enter a survival state in the presence of physical or psychological threats. And while the response can be critical in how […]
This Is The Most Commonly Missed Warning Sign Of Dementia
SDI Productions via Getty Images There are a few subtle symptoms that can develop before the full onset of dementia. When we think about dementia, we often think of a person experiencing memory loss and confusion. While it’s true that these are certainly symptoms of dementia and Alzheimer’s (the most common form of dementia), missing […]