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"Exercise Snacking" Is the Shorter, Sweeter Way to Work Out

14 hours ago

"Exercise Snacking" Is the Shorter, Sweeter Way to Work Out

"Exercise snacking" is the buzzy fitness trend helping you sneak more movement into your busy schedule.

Can You Eat Sushi When Pregnant? Here's What Experts Say

17 hours ago

Can You Eat Sushi When Pregnant? Here's What Experts Say

Pregnancy comes with a long list of dos and don'ts, making it hard to decipher which foods are safe to eat and which are best to avoid.

Can You Use a Massage Gun on Your Neck? Experts Say No

03/08/2024

Can You Use a Massage Gun on Your Neck? Experts Say No

"OK guys, I have a PSA for you, and it has to do with massage guns and your neck," content creator Sophie Dolce begins a video.

What's Causing Pain Under Your Left Breast?

03/07/2024

What's Causing Pain Under Your Left Breast?

When it comes to your boobs, you may or may not give them much thought.

What Is Alcohol-Related Dementia, and Who Is at Risk?

02/28/2024

What Is Alcohol-Related Dementia, and Who Is at Risk?

The term "alcohol-induced dementia" has been getting a lot of attention recently, after the Lifetime documentary "Where Is Wendy Williams?" included claims that the former talk show host was facing the condition.

Is Sea Moss Actually Good For You?

02/28/2024

Is Sea Moss Actually Good For You?

With just a quick dive into the ocean of wellness trends, you've likely encountered the aquatic gem known as sea moss.

Do Posture Correctors Actually Work? A Surgeon and a Physical Therapist Weigh In

02/28/2024

Do Posture Correctors Actually Work? A Surgeon and a Physical Therapist Weigh In

After seeing a few posts about posture correctors on social media, I quickly turned my attention to my own posture.

Is Zyn Bad For You? Here's Where Doctors Stand on the Viral Nicotine Pouches

02/27/2024

Is Zyn Bad For You? Here's Where Doctors Stand on the Viral Nicotine Pouches

You've likely heard of e-cigarettes, vapes, Juul, and chewing tobacco, but there's a new nicotine alternative on the block, Zyn.

Ob-Gyns Explain What Common Period Blood Colors Actually Mean

02/27/2024

Ob-Gyns Explain What Common Period Blood Colors Actually Mean

Periods can be unpredictable, and period blood is no different.

Are Okra Water's Benefits Legit? RDs Weigh In on TikTok's Claims

02/26/2024

Are Okra Water's Benefits Legit? RDs Weigh In on TikTok's Claims

Okra water is the latest concoction to make waves on social media.

How to Use a Neti Pot the Right Way, According to MDs

02/23/2024

How to Use a Neti Pot the Right Way, According to MDs

Having clogged, stuffy sinuses is hardly a picnic, which is why plenty of people turn to Neti pots to help clear things out.

Wendy Williams Has Been Diagnosed With Aphasia — Here's What to Know About the Condition

02/22/2024

Wendy Williams Has Been Diagnosed With Aphasia — Here's What to Know About the Condition

Aphasia affects two million Americans, according to the National Aphasia Association (NAA), but a 2016 survey from the organization found that less than nine percent of respondents knew what the condition was.