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Exercise Might Be the Natural Sleep Aid You’re Seriously Overlooking

There’s no one “right” way to do it, either.

Halle Berry Said a Doctor Mistook Her Perimenopause for the ‘Worst Case of Herpes’ He’d Seen

It took a negative STI test for her symptoms to be taken seriously.

The Best Iron-Rich Foods That Can Help Fight Fatigue and Boost Energy

It’s not all about beef—there are plenty of plant-based ways to boost your levels too.

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3 Major Abortion Pill Myths to Be Aware of Right Now

The Supreme Court is hearing a case about mifepristone, and there’s a lot of junk science floating around.
Life

How to Be a Genuinely Good Listener

Just because you can technically hear someone, doesn’t mean they feel heard.

I Suddenly Developed Itchy, Painful Bumps All Over My Face—And Doctors Misdiagnosed Me for Weeks

I was told it was acne or an allergic reaction…but then they started spreading like wildfire.

Oh, Great: You Can Get Eczema on Your Vulva

It’s more common than you might think.

What’s the Deal With At-Home STI Tests?

Clinics are often cheaper, but if you’re looking into a DIY option, here’s what to know.

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30 Great Deals to Shop at Amazon’s Spring Sale

Save big on some of our favorite walking shoes, skin care products, and more.

The Very Best Leggings for Basically Any Situation

Road-tested options for yoga, runs, workouts, and doing nothing at all.

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How Chemo Affects a Person’s Body—And Why It Can Be So Brutal

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Kate Middleton Is Undergoing ‘Preventative Chemotherapy’—Here’s What That Means

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I Used to Hate Running. Here’s How I Learned to Actually Enjoy It

If your attempts at jogging have been absolutely miserable or just painfully boring, I get it.

What to Do If You’re Trapped in a Seemingly Never-Ending BV Cycle

We’ve been there—and it’s pure hell. Here’s how to put an end to it.
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Sheryl Lee Ralph Says That Racist Comments Did a Number on Her Confidence for Years

“For such a long time I was so unhappy with the way I looked.”
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Sheryl Lee Ralph: ‘You Gotta Have Guts to Live’

The Abbott Elementary star wants you to know your worth—and pull out the good plates more often.

Should I Worry About My LED Light Mask Frying My Eyeballs?

If you’re concerned that these fancy, freaky-looking devices might mess with your vision, we’ve got you.

I’m a Psychologist Who Gets Panic Attacks. Here’s the One Thing That Calms Me Down Instantly

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Megan Fox on What It’s Like to Be Called a ‘Sex Symbol’ While Having Body Dysmorphia

She said the pressure to live up to a specific image was “haunting.”

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