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Aly Raisman: "Child Sexual Abuse Isn't A Kid Problem, It's An Adult...

How Pippa Middleton Worked Out Throughout Her Pregnancy

Eating Disorders

Camila Mendes Opened Up About Her Struggle With Bulimia

Is This DIY Pre-Workout Drink Really A Good Idea?

Between protein powder, pre-workout supplements, and electrolyte packets, it's pretty common to see people mixing up powders in the changing room at your

Body Positivity

How Shonda Rhimes Harnesses Her Self-Esteem & Embraces New Challe...

It might be odd to start an interview with Shonda Rhimes, showrunner and mastermind behind Thursday night TV, by asking for advice about your own life —

What A Star Is Born Gets Right About Addiction & Relatio...

Warning: This story contains spoilers for the movie, A Star Is Born. If you've seen the trailer for the new movie A Star Is Born, you know that addiction

It's Totally Fine To Skip Your Period With The Pill

Even though it's "your body, your choice", sometimes it can feel like you're actually living life at the mercy of your birth control pills. At some point

Birth Control News

What You Need To Know About The New Birth Control Ring That Lasts...

In August the US Food and Drug Administration approved a new birth control ring called Annovera, a vaginal ring which can be used for a full year. It's a

A Star Is Born Shows How Serious Tinnitus Can Be

Warning: The story below contains spoilers for A Star Is Born. In the new movie A Star Is Born, Jackson Maine (played by Bradley Cooper) is a famous

Eating Disorders

Kim Kardashian West Apologises For Anorexia Comments

In July, Kim Kardashian West posted a problematic Instagram story in which her sisters praised her appearance saying her waist "looks anorexic," and she

Why It's Normal To Feel Sick In The Morning — Even If You&#x...

Feeling a little off in the morning? Not waking fresh and chirpy? If you feel cranky, sluggish, and tired, you might also feel queasy, or like your

Diet & Nutrition

You Shouldn’t Follow A Diet Just Because An Insta Blogger Told Yo...

It's almost too easy to buy things on Instagram. Between the funky vintage clothes, unique pieces of furniture, and cool workout clothes, it's hard to

Do We Need Electrolytes Or Are Sports Drinks Just Delicious?

Whether you're reaching for a bottle of Dioralyte after a brutal hangover, chugging an energy gel during a running race, or spending a few more pennies on

Diet & Nutrition

Should We All Be Eating Aquafaba Butter Now?

In 2018, when you can milk an oat and make a bottled meal replacement drink out of soy beans, it should come as no surprise that you can make butter out

What Happens If You Miss A Day Of Birth Control?

You carry your pills in your bag at all times. You set an alarm. You even set a follow-up alarm in case you snooze your first alarm. But alas, you are a

Why Ovarian Cancer Symptoms Can Be Hard To Miss

There are lots of stories on the internet about people who discovered that they had ovarian cancer because a sneaky or ordinary symptom gave them pause.

Healthy Lifestyle Tips

The Best Health & Fitness Podcasts To Help You Reach Your Goals

If you recently started a new workout, or made some type of health resolution, chances are you could use a pep talk. Staying motivated can be really

Why Are People Still Working Out In Waist Trainers?

The year is 2014. Kim Kardashian just married Kanye West. Barack Obama is still president. Waist-training is all the rage, thanks to the Kardashians, and

Sexual Harassment

Why Brett Kavanaugh's "Virgin" Defence Has No Standing

In an interview with Fox News on Monday night, Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh said he has never sexually assaulted anyone, and "did not have sexual

Diet & Nutrition

Weight Watchers Shouldn’t Get Points For Its Name Change

Yesterday, the CEO and president of Weight Watchers, Mindy Grossman, went on TODAY to announce that the 55-year-old company will now be called, "WW" in

Diet & Nutrition

Is Putting Hot Sauce On Everything You Eat Bad For You?

Ice cream is the only food that I will not put sriracha on — although, that does sound like it would be delicious. Bagels, salads, stir-fry, sandwiches,

Sexual Harassment

Why Survivors Of Sexual Assault Often Wait To Come Forward

Yesterday, The Washington Post reported that Christine Blasey Ford is the author of the confidential letter accusing Brett Kavanaugh, President Trump's

Guide To Great Sleep

How To Wake Up Without An Alarm

Maybe it's just my anxiety, but I have eight alarms on my phone set at 15-minute intervals that I switch on each night just in case I miss one and

Should You Be Friends With Your Fitness Instructor?

Taking a SoulCycle class taught by one of the top instructors can be like going to a gig. The super fans line up to get in the door first. If a rider

Guide To That Time Of The Month

How Giving Birth Can Mess With Your Period

After you give birth, it's safe to say that many things in your life change, including your body. And while your normal routine has turned upside down

Why Weightlifting Is One Of The Most Inclusive Sports

The first time Jenny Lutkins stepped foot in a CrossFit class, she caught the weight-lifting bug. Specifically, she was intrigued by two of the lifts in

Here's Why Pumpkin Spice Lattes Might Give You A Stomachache

To some, the Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) from Starbucks is like the millennial scarlet letter, only meant to identify and humiliate the basics who actually

Aly Raisman Says USA Gymnastics' New Hire Is A "Slap In The ...

Yesterday, USA Gymnastics (USAG) announced that Mary Lee Tracy, a well-known gymnastics coach from Cincinnati, will take over as the new elite

Alcohol & Culture

Quick Reminder That Drinking Alcohol Isn't Good For You

On Thursday, a buzzkill review was published in the medical journal The Lancet stating that, get this, drinking alcohol is bad for you, and drinking no

Here's How Wellness Bloggers Are Rebranding Periods

At first scroll, Los Angeles-based blogger Lee Tilghman's feed, aka @leefromamerica, has all the makings of a millennial wellness influencer. You'll