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The Summer Fridays Jet Lag Eye Serum Helps Me Fake a Full Night's Sleep

As a millennial who likes to pretend she's part of the Gen Z crowd (at least when it comes to my outfits on a Friday night at the bar), I'm very aware that I'm aging.


Mastering the menstrual cycle: How rugby is learning to use period power to improve performance

There is a reason why Eloise Hayward meticulously tracks her menstrual cycle. Four years ago, the Great Britain sevens player suffered extensive ankle ligament damage on the rugby pitch a couple of days before her period was due. “In the warm-up I remember feeling a bit loose,” says Hayward. “There’s a fine line between feeling loose and primed and...


Andy Murray to miss next two tournaments but may not require surgery

The details of Andy Murray’s route back to the match court remain shrouded in doubt after he withdrew from his two next intended tournaments in Monte Carlo and Munich, but said nothing about any medical intervention. Murray ruptured two ankle ligaments in Miami on Sunday during his latest three-and-a-half-hour epic, this one against Tomas Machac of...


The Best Tennis Documentaries to Add to Your Watch List

You don't have to be a sports fan to find value in tennis documentaries.


Five people die and more than 100 are hospitalised in Japan 'after eating cholesterol-lowering supplements'

More than 100 people have also been admitted to hospital complaining of kidney problems since taking the pills containing red yeast rice or 'beni kōji'.


Looking For Lower Ab Exercises? You Need These 11 Trainer-Approved Moves

An open secret in the fitness world: There's technically no muscle group known as the "lower abs."


6 Secrets ER Doctors Always Tell Their Friends (And Now You!)

Like how to get in and out of the waiting room faster.


Professional Faqs: How Do You Prevent Lipomas?

Expert opinion from Rajesh Mishra MBBS · Less than a year of experience · India Lipomas are inherited. Since they're passed down through families. It isn't possible to prevent them. You can lower your risk of developing Madelung's disease (a condition that causes lipomas to grow) by limiting the amount of alcohol you drink. Expert opinion from Ilya...


Rory Cellan-Jones: Parkinson’s feels like a forgotten disease

Parkinson’s feels like a “forgotten” condition, former BBC reporter Rory Cellan-Jones has said. The 66-year-old has said current waiting times to get diagnosed aren’t “good enough” and has insisted there is too much red tape making it difficult for those with the condition to claim benefits. Cellan-Jones was diagnosed with the disease in 2019 after...


Is a 3-Day Wellness Cleanse Worth It? I Tried One to Find Out

I tried Remedy Reset Program's three-day wellness cleanse to see what all the hype is about with cleanses. Here's my honest review.


Does Sound Healing Really Work? Experts Help Cut Through the Noise

Most of us already have some personal experience with the power of sound - whether it's a specific frequency that keeps you calm, or the white noise that helps you sleep at night.


Man with health issue says ‘selfish Karen’ refused to move her bags to give him a seat on the train

SINGAPORE: Unhappy with how he was treated by a woman on the train, a man... The post Man with health issue says ‘selfish Karen’ refused to move her bags to give him a seat on the train appeared first on The Independent Singapore News - Latest Breaking News


How to manage rosacea: from common triggers to the best treatments

When drama teacher Louise Sewell first spotted a small red bump on her cheek in summer 2020, she blamed a mosquito bite. “The spot was itchy so I applied insect cream, assuming it would disappear. Instead, it grew to the size of a tomato. Then a patch appeared on the other cheek. And another between my eyebrows. I also noticed my nose wasn’t just r...


Why lying on the floor is good for you

Gen Z are clearly keeping their bedrooms cleaner and tidier than their parents might fear. Because the latest trend on social media is not for those who forget to run the hoover regularly. To date, videos marked with hashtag #floortime have been viewed an astonishing 52.4 million times on TikTok. In essence, young people all over the world are kick...


Wisconsin Kinda Sorta Banned Teen Tanning Bed Use — So, Who’s Next?

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. Tanning beds are now off-limits for Wisconsin teens. Well, kinda. The state passed legislation on March 22 that now requires 16 and 17 year olds to have...


My Night-Time Beauty Routine Saved My Sanity

Beauty has always been a major part of my life.


KFC Is Adding 6 Exciting New Items To the Menu

KFC fans, rejoice! Next week, the chain is rolling out multiple new menu items, including chicken nuggets and a sweet treat.


Cut your stroke risk by soaking up that extra daylight hour this weekend

Every single year, the annual ritual of putting the clocks forward by one hour in the spring is associated with a dramatic spike in heart attacks, strokes, and overall deaths. If we go by past research, people are at an 8 per cent higher risk of an ischemic stroke – the most common form of stroke – and 24 per cent more likely to suffer a heart atta...


‘My wife has stage 4 cancer – but our Aviva health insurance won’t pay out’

Has a company treated you unfairly? Our Consumer Champion is available to help. For how to contact her click here. Dear Katie, Last summer my wife started having pains in her back. She was taking classes in pilates and physiotherapy to help, but the pain continued. After a disastrous attempt to be seen by the NHS we decided to pay for a private GP ...


These Summer Dresses for Women Over 50 Are Cool, Comfy, and So Flattering

Stock up on these picks that are fit for any warm-weather occasion.


Kroger vs. Publix: Which Has the Best Fried Chicken?

Publix’s fried chicken needs no introduction to its many fans down South, but how will it fare against Kroger's new and improved bird?


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

You are your biggest advocate.


Does Apple Cider Vinegar Help Arthritis? A Review By Nutrition Professionals

Expert opinion from Cassia D Muller Bechelor in Nutrition · 2 years of experience · Brazil There is not enough evidence to show that apple cider vinegar is an effective treatment for any symptoms related to arthritis. However, the Mediterranean diet can help control disease activity. This diet is rich in whole foods, including fruits, vegetables, f...


Tracy Morgan clarifies claim he gained 40 pounds on Ozempic

Tracy Morgan has clarified his claim of gaining 40 pounds on Ozempic: "Just a joke!" The comedian explained he had taken Ozempic and had success losing weight using the drug, after having earlier claimed he had beaten it and managed to gain weight while using it. “That was just a joke,” Tracy, 55, told E! News. “Ozempic did great by me and I was gl...


Here Are the Best Dog Running Leashes to Keep Up With Your Pup

Choose from our list of the best picks for dog walkers and runners alike!


How to Make a "Medicine Ball," Starbucks's Slightly Controversial Tea Drink

When you're searching for relief from the discomfort of a cold or the flu, you likely hit up the drugstore's cold and flu aisle.


Americas dengue outbreak is the ‘worst to date’

Dengue cases have accelerated in the Americas, with 3.5 million infections recorded since January, the Pan American Health Organisation has confirmed. The public health body said that the region is experiencing “probably the worst dengue season to date,” with over 1,000 deaths recorded in the past three months. The spike in ‘breakbone fever’ repres...


12 Vitamin A-Rich Foods to Add to Your Diet

A single carrot is all you need to get your daily fix. But you shouldn't stop there.


Mental health issues ‘double young women’s risk of developing heart disease’

Younger women with anxiety and depression are twice as likely to develop heart problems later in life, a study suggests. Scientists say the conditions could be used as eligibility criteria for screening techniques to prevent serious issues such as heart attacks in at-risk patients. The data show that anxiety and depression almost double a young wom...


A Trainer Explains How to Do Crunches So They Actually Work Your Abs

Crunches are a classic core-strengthening exercise.


How Smoking Cigarettes Affects Your Skin Over Time

Smoking doesn't just wreak havoc on your lungs; it can also have a severe impact on your skin.


These Flower Delivery Services Make for the Perfect Mother’s Day Gift

These bloom-sending services have you covered.


Dermatologists Say These Hair Oils Promote Long, Thick, Healthy Hair

Say goodbye to dry, thinning hair and hello to shiny, healthy strands.


Dogs can detect onset of PTSD flashbacks in BREATH with over 70% accuracy, study shows

Tests at Dalhousie in Canada, also found that dogs can differentiate between 'stressed out' PTSD sweat and calm sweat, in side-by-side tests, with 90% accuracy


Why you’re more at risk of cancer than 25 years ago - here’s what to do about it

One in two people will develop cancer during their lifetime, is the well-known cancer statistic. But a new one has come to light – cases in the UK have jumped by about 50 per cent over the past 25 years. The figure comes from a recent study by Cancer Research UK, which examined cancer cases and deaths among people aged 35 to 69 in 1993 and the same...


How to Master the Kettlebell Swing, According to 2 Trainers

Strength, endurance, and power.


This Hailey Bieber-Loved Brand Makes One of the Best Face Sunscreens

I'm ashamed to admit that back in high school (and even college) my sun-protection game was weak (read: almost nonexistent).


Care Plan Your Doctor Would Usually Recommend For Post-concussion Syndrome

Overview The persistence of various symptoms such as headache, dizziness, problems with concentration and memory weeks after a mild head injury. Symptoms Symptoms include headache, dizziness, fatigue, slowness of movements, poor balance, anxiety, irritability, blurred vision, ringing in the ears and psychological symptoms. → Common treatment option...


17 Grocery Stores That Are Open on Easter Sunday

Multiple grocery chains will be closed this Easter Sunday, but plenty will still be open. Here are the stores you can visit on March 31.


Professional Faqs: Can Cream Of Wheat Be Consumed After An Affected Intestine?

Expert opinion from Leticia Soares Postgraduate Degree in Public and Family Health/Bachelor Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics · 5 years of experience · Brazil When consumed in a correct and balanced way, gluten, when it reaches the small intestine, helps in the proliferation and renewal of “good” bacteria, which aid in food digestion. For patients ...


Professional Faqs: What Foods Reduce Fatty Liver?

Expert opinion from Ilya Aleksandrovskiy M.D., MBA · 5 years of experience · USA Foods that reduce fatty liver include: fresh vegetables and fruits, foods rich in fiber content, foods with little sugar, salt, trans fat and saturated fat, and avoiding alcohol consumption. Expert opinion from Alex T. Thomas MD · 40 years of experience · USA Fruits, n...


Saoírse Ruane's mother writes heartwrenching tribute to her 'gorgeous girl' three weeks after the 12-year-old, who captured hearts around Ireland on the Late Late Toy Show, died from bone cancer

The Late Late Toy Show star, from Kiltullagh, Galway in Ireland, was diagnosed with an Osteosarcoma tumour in 2019.


Do The Health Benefits Of Decaffeinated Black Tea Compare To Those Of Regular Black Tea? A Review By Nutrition Professionals

Expert opinion from Kelsey Masso Master of Science in Health and Wellness Management /Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition · 2 years of experience · USA The health benefits of decaffeinated black tea compare to those of regular black tea. Decaffeinated black tea still contains antioxidants and other nutrients that can offer health benefits. Ho...


Letters: The collapse of primary care has left patients with little faith in the NHS

SIR – My wife had an accident and injured her hand, which was competently treated at A&E. The wound needs re-dressing every two days, yet when she contacted our local GP on March 26, she was told that the next available nurse appointment was on April 16. The result is that she has to attend an NHS walk-in centre and suffer the inevitable wait. I si...


Find Inspiration and Closure in These 50 Moving On Quotes

These sayings will encourage you let go of the past and pursue the future.


10 Iron-Rich Foods You Need to Add to Your Diet

Chocolate included!


Ask A Doctor: How Long Does Pleurisy Last?

Expert opinion from Sandeep Kumar Reddy Mallela MBBS BMB Pediatrics persevering · 2 years of experience · India Pleurisy is an inflammation of the tissue between lungs and the ribcage (pleura). The most common symptom of pleurisy is a sharp chest pain when you breathe. Sometimes the pain is also felt in the shoulder, and the pain becomes worse when...


15 of the Best Olympic Figure Skating Performances of All Time

Look at all this ice perfection!


The "Male IUD" Is Closer Than We Think; Here's What Experts Want You to Know

Editor's Note: We at PS recognize that people of many genders and identities can impregnate others or become pregnant.


The #1 Best Costco Snack for Weight Loss

Amy Goodson, MS, RD, CSSD, LD, reveals the #1 best Costco snack for weight loss to shop for and keep in your kitchen.