We all know that getting enough sleep is crucial to our health. Impaired sleep can impact everything from memory to muscle repair, so it's no wonder we worry about it as much as we do (via National Sleep Foundation). But did you know that the position in which you sleep matters too?
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There's nothing like pulling a sports drink out of your pack to convey the message that you're committed to staying fit and healthy.
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What happens if you decide, whether for medical reasons or if you want to have children, that you'd like to stop taking birth control? Obstetrician and gynecologist Salena Zanotti explains that women should expect the unexpected: "Keep in mind that the pill is a type of hormonal medication."
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If you've just noticed a skin tag on your body that you've never seen before, there's usually no cause for concern. As dermatologist Jeannette Graf told Cosmopolitan, "Skin tags are so normal, and are the most benign things anyone could have." But that doesn't mean you can stop thinking about it.
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Whether you dread your period's arrival each month or celebrate it, there are certain physical and emotional effects that you just can't deny. While every menstruating woman's experience may differ, here's what can happen when you have your period.
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To many of us, mornings mean coffee, especially if you're not an early bird and struggle to get out of bed. Whether you like yours black with a splash of milk or prefer a mocha with a load of cream dolloped on top, it's something that we coffee drinkers look forward to the moment we wake up.
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The diet myth that carbs are your enemy has long been disproved, but that doesn't mean you should be stuffing yourself with them either.
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If you've ever wondered how much water you should drink every day, you've probably found that the benchmark is between six and eight glasses daily. However, according to the CDC, this isn't necessarily true for everyone, as consumption recommendations vary based on a number of different factors.
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Whether you're trying to prevent pregnancy, treat menstrual cramps, or reduce acne, ask your doctor to help find the best birth control pill for you.
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Face masks are part of our new reality in the COVID-19 pandemic. While most of us aren't used to wearing them every day, we've had to adjust to our new accessories in an effort to curb the spread of the virus. Since most of us are new to this, there are bound to be mistakes in how we wear masks.
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There's nothing like curling up in bed under soft blankets after a long day and blissfully falling asleep. And socks can help.
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Children say the darnedest things and do the grossest things - and that's with you watching. Here's what they do behind your back.
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Eating healthy is difficult as it is, but most of us know that once we're asleep, it's unlikely that any further food is going to make it past our lips.
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When it comes to working out, most people usually fall into one of two categories: those who love the gym and those who hate it. But even if you're in the latter category, it doesn't necessarily mean that you don't enjoy working out. You may just not want to do it surrounded by sweaty bodies.
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"Don't swallow your gum!" was an exclamation you probably heard during your childhood. It was served alongside other old wives' tales and urban myths. Even as an adult, you probably remember the reason you weren't supposed to swallow your gum. As the story goes, it takes years to digest.
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These days there is so much talk about gut health that it's kind of hard to keep up. With so many different recommendations regarding what we should and shouldn't be eating, dedicating some time to understanding probiotics and prebiotics is always a good place to start.
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Whether you shave, pluck, wax, or let your armpit hair grow freely, you've probably wondered at least some point in your life why armpit hair even exists. What purpose does it serve to have patches of hair right at one of the sweatiest parts of the body?
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There's nothing worse than lying in bed unable to get to sleep. So whenever there's a technique that promises to help you get to sleep faster, we're all ears, especially if it's something as simple as changing the way we breathe. We enlisted two experts to help lull us to sleep with their tips.
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We've always been told that an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but is the same true for a glass of apple juice?
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While wearing a face mask is one of the most effective tools we have, some are concerned that wearing a mask will prevent them from getting enough oxygen.
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Racking up steps and miles by walking is fairly easy for most able-bodied folks. But have you wondered what happens to your body when walking a mile every day?
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As more and more cities across the country make it mandatory to wear face masks in public, some people are claiming to be exempt from the policy.
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For some couples, getting pregnant is as simple as tossing aside the birth control and seeing what happens. For others, it's not so easy.
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Witch hazel is one of the most well-known skincare ingredients. If, like most of us, you're not sure exactly what it is, here's the scientific answer: "Witch hazel is extraction that is made from leaves, bark and twigs," says Tsao-Lin Moy, acupuncturist and founder of Integrative Healing Arts.
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Leggings can be comfy and cute, but maybe you shouldn't wear them every day. Here's what will happen to your body if you make that specific fashion choice.
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Processed foods make for convenient go-to meals and snacks. However, if you only eat processed foods every day, your body is likely missing out on a lot.
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One too many glasses of wine, one too many Oreos -- we all encounter that moment where we need to press the reset button. That's why we've tracked down holistic health coach, Carleigh Bodrug, and got the exclusive down-low from her to learn how to prepare our bodies for a juice cleanse.
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