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8 SPF Makeup Products That You’ll Want To Wear This Summer & Beyond

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How Should I Lay With Sciatica? A Review By Doctors

Expert opinion from Robert H. Shmerling M.D. Senior Faculty Editor, Harvard Health Publishing · 30 years of experience · USA There is no single correct position recommended for people with sciatica. For many, finding a comfortable position is a matter of trial and error. To some extent, the cause of sciatica may affect which positions are most com...


Zone 2 Training May Help You Fall Back in Love With Running

Like many new runners, when I first started running I tried to go as hard as I could on every mile, assuming it would make me faster.


Why Do Kidney Disease Patients Have Anemia? A Review By Doctors

Expert opinion from Santosh Amirishetty MBBS, Specilization-pediatrics · 5 years of experience · India Anemia is either due to decreased red blood cells or decreased hemoglobin or both. For the production of RBC, the enzyme erythropoietin is needed. Erythropoietin is produced from kidneys, in kidney injury, this enzyme is decreased. In some types o...


The Best Way To Make Air Fryer Grilled Cheese

A chef explains the best, most foolproof way to make a delicious, melty air fryer grilled cheese in a matter of minutes.


Rice: What Nutrition Professionals Say About Its Health Effects And More

This article examines the potential benefits and side effects of rice consumption from the perspectives of two experts in nutrition. It discusses the potential of rice as a source of carbohydrates, B complex vitamins, fiber, and protein for celiac individuals, vegans, and vegetarians. Additionally, it explores the potential digestive distress caused by excessive consumption of rice. This article provides an overview of the potential benefits and...


Mumps: Symptoms, causes and treatment

Mumps was a common childhood illness until a vaccination for it was launched in the late Eighties. Now it’s relatively rare. But there have been sporadic outbreaks in the UK since. And, while most cases will pass without issues, there are also risks associated with catching mumps, especially if you’re older, including life-threatening complications...


Feeling Bloated? These Foods Help, According to Nutrition Experts

Diversify your plate with these nutritious picks and say goodbye to post-dinner discomfort. When your belly is distended and hard—whether it’s that time of the month or you overindulged at dinner—the last thing you want to do is eat more. But there are, believe it or not, some foods that help ease bloating, according to experts and research. Meet the Experts: Marissa West, ACE-certified personal trainer and nutrition specialist and founder of West Kept Secret, Cindy Kasindorf, certified nutritional health counselor and founder of Remedy Organics, and Melissa Prest, D.C.N., R.D.N., spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. “Bloating can be caused by consuming foods that produce more gas than others, contain a high salt content, eating or drinking too quickly, or consuming carbonated drinks,” explains Marissa West, ACE-certified personal trainer and nutrition specialist and founder of West Kept Secret. “It can also be caused by a lactose intolerance, dairy aversion, or another health condition, such as irritable bowel syndrome or celiac disease.” Depending on the cause of your bloat, certain foods can help you get relief by reducing inflammation, activating the release of digestive enzymes, or coaxing the bloat through your digestive tract with water and fiber. Check out the below options and keep them at the ready for the next time discomfort strikes.


Can You Hack Your Way to a Runner's High? I Tried It - and Here's How it Turned Out

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I’m a Fitness Instructor With Stage 4 Colon Cancer: What I Want Women to Know About Their Health

You are your biggest advocate.


How Jícama Can Boost Your Health, According to Nutrition Professionals. Plus, Delicious Ways to Enjoy It.

This article explores the potential health benefits of Jícama, a vegetable with high levels of B vitamins and low calories. The article examines how Jícama may help treat dyslipidemias, high blood pressure, and weight control, as well as its potential to improve mood through direct effects on GABA and serotonin production. Additionally, the article discusses how Jícama can reduce cell damage, blood pressure, and cholesterol, and promote...


The Best Mediterranean Diet-Inspired Meal Plan for Weight Loss

A dietitian breaks down her best seven-day Mediterranean diet meal plan for weight loss, complete with recipes for all meals.


50 Thoughtful Gifts for Mom That Will Absolutely Earn You Best Daughter Status

Make her day with these thoughtful, unique gift ideas.


Olympian Tara Davis-Woodhall Says Body Dysmorphia Held Her Back - but Not Anymore

Tara Davis-Woodhall has two words on her mind for the Paris 2024 Olympics: unfinished business.


Grape Seed Extract: Uncovering the Health Benefits from Nutrition Professionals

This article provides expert opinions from three nutritionists on the health benefits of consuming grape seed. It discusses how grape seed is rich in polyphenolic compounds and can be used to treat dementia, Alzheimer's, tooth decay, chronic venous insufficiency, edema, hemochromatosis, and inflammation. It also mentions the benefits of grape seed extract, such as wound healing, cancer prevention, cognitive decline, edema reduction, cholesterol...


We’ll end ‘spiral of sickness’ keeping people out of work, says Stride

Mel Stride, the Work and Pensions Secretary, has said too many Britons are falling into a “spiral of sickness” as a pilot scheme aimed at tackling “sick note culture” is expanded. Mr Stride’s comments came as it was announced that WorkWell, a programme connecting people with work support when they seek to be signed off sick, is to be launched in 15...


Girl, 11, with brain tumour misdiagnosed 30 times

An 11-year-old girl misdiagnosed with sickness bugs and migraines was assessed by medics about 30 times before being told she had a brain tumour. Tia Gordon, from Northampton, ended up being admitted to hospital as an emergency despite previous trips to GPs, A&E and calls to NHS 111. Her mother, Imogen Darby, a pharmacy dispenser, sought help over ...


How Can I Prevent Hypothermia Or Frostbite While Sleeping Outdoors Or In A Power Outage? A Review By Doctors

This article explores the impact of low temperature on sleep, as well as the signs and symptoms of hypothermia and frostbite. Dr. Anuvitha Kamath provides expert advice on how to prevent hypothermia and frostbite, such as removing wet clothing, wearing layers of clothing, and warming the center of the body. This article examines the implications of low temperature on sleep and provides practical tips for preventing hypothermia and frostbite.


8 Foods With a Surprisingly Short Life, Even in the Refrigerator

You shouldn't wait to eat any of these items.


Kris Hallenga saved my life – I found my breast lump after seeing her documentary

It was in October 2014 when I sat down and watched Kris Hallenga’s powerful documentary Kris: Dying to Live. The fact she was brave, frank and funny of course shone through, but the thing that really hit home was how young she had been when she was diagnosed – just 23. I was 26 at that time, I had a carefree life working as a personal trainer, livi...


86 Unhealthiest Fast Foods On the Planet

We've looked into the most popular fast-food chains and picked out the unhealthiest fast-food items across the country.


Men to be targeted in workplace for health checks

Men will now be the focus of workplace health checks amid concern that too many refuse to see a doctor. The health service is launching pilot schemes to bring blood pressure tests, and checks on weight and lifestyle into offices, building sites and other workplaces. Maria Caulfield, the health minister, said a pilot scheme for 150,000 people was no...


Your Complete Guide to the Benefits of Compression Recovery

Here’s everything you need to know!


50 Healthiest Weight Loss Snacks on Grocery Shelves

These healthy, delicious snacks can help you lose weight thanks to their low calorie count and or high fiber and protein content.


Popeyes Drops a New Golden BBQ Chicken Sandwich

The new chicken sandwich offers Popeyes customers an extra flavorful alternative to the fan-favorite menu item.


I Tried Bella Hadid's New Brand, Ôrebella - Here Are My Honest Thoughts

While things like a secure relationship status and getting a good night's sleep are not something I can count on daily, one thing that's pretty much guaranteed is that celebrities will launch beauty brands, no matter what.


Advice From Harvard Health Publishing: What Happens If I Leave Lyme Disease Untreated?

Answered by Dr. Robert H. Shmerling M.D. Senior Faculty Editor, Harvard Health Publishing · 30 years of experience · USA If Lyme disease is untreated, a number of complications may develop, including: Rashes, including the characteristic “bull’s eye” rash Carditis (heart inflammation), including an abnormal heart rhythm that causes palpitations, di...


Sun Blocked Guest Editor Michelle Monaghan: “Let’s Pass Tanning Bed Rules Now”

Welcome to Sun Blocked, Refinery29’s global call to action to wake up to the serious dangers of tanning. No lectures or shaming, we promise. Instead, our goal is to arm you with the facts you need to protect your skin to the best of your ability, because there’s no such thing as safe sun. My melanoma diagnosis changed everything. When I first went public with it, I was both taken aback and encouraged by the show of support, not to mention just...


How long Covid risks ‘going the same way as ME’

Neelam* loved nothing more than taking sunrise walks along the Manchester Ship Canal. But, since catching Covid-19 in August 2022, she only has the energy to see her beloved skyline every three weeks – often paying for the exertion with fatigue so severe, she’s unable to leave her bed for days. “I got Covid, and I never got better,” says the medica...


How you could save £13k a year – and live longer

Around 60 per cent of smokers in the UK attempt to quit every year, with 10 per cent of those aiming to do so within three months. NHS studies suggest the most effective means of giving up are nicotine replacement patches, GP-prescribed medication or the use of local stop-smoking services. But according to new research by University College London,...


Can I Drink Herbal Tea If I Have Colitis? A Review By Nutrition Professionals

Expert opinion from Maria Arienti Postgraduate in Nutritional Support/Bachelor in Nutrition · 13 years of experience · Argentina Drinking herbal or green tea is considered a good complementary therapy for colitis. Tea can naturally lower inflammation and possibly help with ulcerative colitis symptoms. So yes, you can drink herbal tea if you have co...


Signs of midlife boredom that mean you could be on the brink of a crisis

How many of the same things do you do in exactly the same order virtually every single day? From the eggs cooked a certain way for breakfast and our commute on the same train every morning, to our evening slump on the sofa with a glass of wine. Far more of us are stuck in a rut than we might like to think – particularly during midlife, when a pleth...


Ask A Nutrition Professional: Is Turmeric Good For Weight Loss?

Expert opinion from Ledyan Ledyan Master's degree Medicinal plants and functional food/Bachelor's degree Nutrition · 4 years of experience · Indonesia Turmeric contain high in antioxidant content that can help in health problems, such as stomach pain, metabolic disorders, and obesity. Turmeric is able to suppress the growth of fat tissue in the bod...


15 Things Every Good Neighbor Does

Get your cup of sugar ready.


AstraZeneca removes its Covid vaccine worldwide after rare side effect

AstraZeneca is removing its Covid vaccine worldwide, months after the pharmaceutical giant admitted that it can cause a rare and dangerous side effect.


Harvard Health Publishing And 3 More Doctors Weigh In On: What Physical Effects Does Anorexia Nervosa Have?

Answered by Dr. Howard E. Lewine M.D. Chief Medical Editor, Harvard Health Publishing · 40 years of experience · USA The physical effects of anorexia nervosa include: • Significant weight loss (more than 15% of ideal body weight) • Distorted self-image; feeling fat despite being thin • Self-esteem that depends on weight and appearance • Amenorrhea ...


Professional Faqs: What Is Scarlet Fever And How Do You Get It?

Expert opinion from Alex T. Thomas MD · 40 years of experience · USA Scarlet fever is a bacterial infection caused by the same type of bacteria that cause strep throat. The infection spreads from person to person via droplets expelled when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Expert opinion from Ramamurthy Bangalore M.D., F.C.C.P., F.A.C.P., F.A.A...


10 Best Prepared Foods at Wegmans

The popular Northeast regional grocer Wegmans boasts an array of ready-to-heat prepared meals that make dinner a breeze.


The King has adopted a distinctly Gen-Z habit – but I won’t fault him for it

That the King has continued to write letters to friends throughout his cancer treatment isn’t surprising. Neither is some of the content of these letters, revealed over the weekend. According to one pen pal, our 75-year-old monarch spoke of his “somewhat battered health”. Another said he complained about feeling like a “caged lion” while stuck at h...


The Best Wellness Retreats To Kick Off Your New Year

Whether you want to be out in nature, get a good workout or just feel restored, we have something great for you.


Hoka Is a Podiatrist-Approved Brand for Nurses (Here Are the Best Ones to Add to Your Cart Now)

These sneaks come highly recommended.


Professional Faqs: What Can Happen If Sleep Apnea Goes Untreated?

Expert opinion from Harinath Gundamaraju MBBS, MD, ANAESTHESIA · 20 years of experience · India People who have sleep apnea have periods of sleep that are interrupted by pauses in breathing. There is a definite link between sleep apnea and extra body fat, and if they lose weight, their sleep apnea improves. In addition, people with moderate to seve...


The Important Role A Smile Plays In Dating, According To The Experts

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15 Pre-Workout Snacks You Can Prep Ahead of Time

Prep these easy pre-workout snacks ahead of time so you feel energized for every workout


Treadmill or Stationary Bike: Which Is More Effective for Weight Loss?

A certified personal trainer breaks down the benefits of using the treadmill versus stationary bike for weight loss and which one is better.


Need a Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gift? She’ll Love These Thoughtful Ideas

Add these to your virtual cart ASAP so they arrive on time!


"Butterfly" Lips Are an Up-and-Coming Controversial Filler Technique

Image Source: Getty / Westend61 Lip filler has become one of the most in-demand "tweakments" over the last few years, mostly thanks to celebrities like Kylie Jenner championing it.


‘I heard drilling, suction and my legs were cold’: What it’s like to be awake during brain surgery

I picked up a pair of scissors – perfectly normal orange-handled scissors – and they baffled me. I turned them this way and that, but I could not work out how to use them or where to put my fingers. That was 18 months ago. There were other oddities: I tried to put jar lids on upside down; held knives blade-side up and pens back to front. My writing...


Is your £2.90 ginger drink worth it? Our verdict on high-street juice shots

“We all want a simple solution and the ability to have a healthier diet with minimum effort,” says Dr Amanda Avery, an associate professor in nutrition and dietetics at the University of Nottingham. It is this mentality that has seen juice shots – tiny brightly coloured 60-110ml bottles that are full of blended fruit, vegetables and spices – expand...


Doctors Say Your Unexplained Weight Loss Might Be Hinting at a Larger Health Problem

Conditions like hyperthyroidism or rheumatoid arthritis could be at play. If you’ve ever noticed a sudden drop in weight after an illness, you’ve experienced unintentional weight loss fluctuation. But if you can’t point to something that may have caused the change on the scale, losing weight without trying or unexplained weight loss can be very scary. Unintentional weight loss refers to a reduction in body weight that occurs without conscious effort or intention, says Carlo Manzana, M.D., a family medicine physician with PlushCare. “From a medical standpoint, this is typically characterized by a significant and rapid decrease in weight, usually around 5% of total body weight within a span of six to 12 months.” Meet the Experts: Lydia C. Alexander, M.D., chief medical officer at Enara Health and president-elect of the Obesity Medicine Association; Mir Ali, M.D., bariatric surgeon and medical director of MemorialCare Surgical Weight Loss Center at Orange Coast Medical Center; Linda Anegawa, M.D., F.A.C.P., a double board-certified physician in internal medicine and obesity medicine and former medical director at PlushCare; and others. It is normal for weight to fluctuate, typically between five to 10 lbs, and can be due to how much you’re eating, drinking, and moving in a given time period, explains Mir Ali, M.D., bariatric surgeon and medical director of MemorialCare Surgical Weight Loss Center at Orange Coast Medical Center. But any more than that, and you haven’t changed your diet, it could be a sign of something bigger, he adds. In fact, unexplained weight loss could be an early sign of a serious health condition, says Kerry Hildreth, M.D., an assistant professor of geriatric medicine at the University of Colorado. So if you’re experiencing unexplained weight loss, it’s best to see a doctor. They can then ask questions associated with the symptoms and potentially perform a blood test or imaging test depending on your symptoms, says Linda Anegawa, M.D., F.A.C.P., a double board-certified physician in internal medicine and obesity medicine and former medical director at PlushCare. Here, doctors share the health issues that could explain why you’re losing weight so suddenly. What causes unexplained weight loss?