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How Julianne Hough Handles Painful Sex From Endo

Why Injecting Silicone Into Your Body Is Extremely Dangerous

11 Things No One Tells You About Going Off The Pill

The first time I stopped taking the pill after breaking up with a long-term, live-in boyfriend, I assumed nothing much would change except that I’d stop

by Camille Chatterjee

8 Period Tracking Apps To Make Your Time-Of-The-Month A Total Breeze

There’s an app for that. And, by "that" we mean your period. In my perfect period app, Judy Blume would pop up on my phone screen and remind me to clip

We Need To Talk About Katelyn Ohashi's Flawless Gymnastics F...

What do you get when you combine Michael Jackson, Tina Turner, and a series of impressive flips that land in a split? Well, if you’re Katelyn Ohashi, a

Diet & Nutrition

Is Seed Cycling The Answer To All Your Period Problems?

The list of offbeat treatments people are willing to use in the name of period relief range from using essential oils, to sitting on a vaginal steamer,

How To Conquer FOMA (Fear Of Missing Alcohol)

The following is an extract from Sober Curious by Ruby Warrington. As I found myself contemplating the sheer cliff face of total abstinence, the fears

by Ruby Warrington

Body Positivity

Serena Williams: "Being Strong Is Never Easy"

There are certain things about being the greatest of all time that simply can't be taught. But for Serena Williams, who is recognised as one of the

Guide To Great Sleep

How To Become An Expert At Lucid Dreaming

There's a recurring dream that I just can't shake, and it haunts me: I've been called to step into a ballet performance last-minute, but something gets in

Guide To Orgasms

All The Health Benefits Of Orgasms, Explained

It doesn't take a doctor or mental health expert to tell you that orgasms feel good. The involuntary contractions and release, plus the combination of

I Tried Hypnotherapy To Quit Smoking & Here's How That Went

Last year, I chose 22nd November – my birthday – as the deadline to quit smoking for good. But like all the other dates I had set before, that day

by Katy Harrington

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

Are "Fasted" Workouts Better For You?

For some of us, the thought of waking up earlier than usual, skipping breakfast, and heading straight to the gym makes us want to slam "snooze" or order a

The Mistakes You're Making With Your Acne Scars — & How To Fix 'Em

Skin may be the latest addition to the body positivity movement, but acne is still a confidence-sucking skin issue for many people. It plagues the best of

by Mi-Anne Chan

How To Make Your New Year's Resolutions Stick

There should be a holiday that's scheduled about a week after New Year's Day, and is devoted to reevaluating all of the resolutions that you confidently

Joyful Movement: Week 2 Of Exercises To Help You Reach Your Fitne...

Before you head into the second week of joyful movement, here’s a quick psychology lesson to take with you: There are two types of motivation at play

You Have To See The NSFW Bath Bombs Lush Is Launching For Valenti...

A good Valentine's Day present should deliver a clear message without saying a word. A dozen roses says, "I appreciate you." A box of assorted Ghirardelli

by Megan Decker

This Is Why Your Period Stops & Starts

After years of getting your period, you may think you've got it all figured out. But your period doesn't always behave the way you expect it to. What's up

by Sarah Jacoby

Eating Disorders

Demi Lovato Slams Fat-Shaming Game On Instagram

Today, Demi Lovato called out a fat-shaming video game on her Instagram story, after she saw an ad for it on her Instagram feed. The advertisement for the

Avoid Diet Culture This January & Learn To Eat Intuitively

In the past, diet messaging has been blatant and in your face: "Blast fat." Sexually objectifying: "Would you rather be covered in sweat at the gym or

by Laura Thomas PhD ...

Lactic Acid Training: Everything You Need To Know

"Lactic acid training" is not a new skin serum, a non-dairy milk, or a breastfeeding technique. It's a strength-training method that people swear will

Guide To Great Sleep

The Sleep Apps You Need If You Have Trouble Waking Up

If you're trying to sleep better, getting off your phone before going to bed makes a lot of sense. While it may be addicting to have HQ Trivia and

Diet & Nutrition

Are Meat Substitutes Actually Bad For You?

Whether you just saw the documentary What The Health, read that Beyoncé is vegan, or vowed to eat a more plant-based diet in 2019, there's a good chance

The Apps Every Migraine Sufferer Should Download Now

Perhaps one of the scariest parts about suffering from migraines is not knowing when your next attack is going to take place. Even if you know what your

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

Feeling a little "off" in the morning? If you feel cranky, sluggish, and tired, you might also feel queasy, or like your stomach just isn't sitting right.

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

This 30-Day Squat Challenge Will Give You A Stronger Butt

Most of us have heard that squats are supposed to be simple and good for you — you bend down, stand up, and boom, you've got a stronger and bigger butt.

I'm Two Years Sober & These Were The Books That Helped

On 10th January 2017 I consumed the last alcoholic drink of my life. During a GP appointment to discuss crippling anxiety and insomnia, the doctor

by Catherine Renton

Joyful Movement: A Week Of Exercises To Ease You Into Your Fitnes...

Welcome to the first week of joyful movement. While we encourage you to find and stick to activities that you truly enjoy, we’ve compiled a 21-day guide

How To Become One Of Those People Who Likes Exercise

When many of us think about things that bring us "joy," we think about sleep, puppies, chocolate, Netflix, or Marie Kondo’s viral organising method —

Lush Just Dropped 6 New Limited Edition Bath Bombs

There might not be a big online Lush sale this Christmas but that doesn't mean they aren't spoiling us. On Boxing Day, the brand took to Instagram to

by Jacqueline Kilikita

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