New research says that any girl or woman over the age of 13 should get an anxiety screening test. Here’s why, and what to know about these tests. Your Low-Stress Guide to Leveling-Up Your Bedtime Routine Are You Burnt Out or Depressed? The announcement came in the form of aresearch-backed reporthighlighting just how effective an anxiety screening can be. They found that anxiety symptoms decreased after therapy and, in some cases, medication....

The concept is akin to breaking the seal on a containeri.e. your bladderthat cannot be resealed, says urologistRichard A. Maiman, MD. So… is there any truth to this anxiety-inducing phenomenon? In short, no. People need to pee often when drinking alcohol because alcohol itself is adiuretic, says Dr. Maiman. However, alcohol suppresses ADH, leading to less water reabsorption by the kidneys and thus more urine production. Richard A. Maiman, MD is a Urologist with the Advanced Urology Centers of New York....

Looking to stretch your food dollar and fight food waste while you’re at it? Here’s how to freeze vegetable scraps for stock. In fact, there are only a few veggie scraps she advises against adding to the mix. My mom also likes to add a cinnamon stick in there, she shared. It gives it this warm and yummy flavor. Its just going to make your home smell so good, she said....

No one stops needing sexual and reproductive health care in a public health crisis. People still have sex. They still need birth control,STI testingand treatment, and access to safe and legal abortion. Part of that has to do with the strict timeline required for an abortion. The state of Illinois right away proclaimed that abortion was an essential service, and needed to be provided. Other states have been less clear on that, she says....

Curious about what the heck micro-dates are? In as few as 10 minutes, they can help build intimacy and positively impact your relationship. Without regular nurturing and attention, maintaining a level of intimacy in your partnership can fall to the wayside. Micro-dates provide bite-size opportunities to have such experiences. Such a situation is common for couples whove been together for a long time. The good news is that pretty much any activity can be a micro-date....

Health disparities in the U.S. abound, especially for Black Americans. Here’s why the solution starts with inclusive language in health care. One study revealed that doctorsmay recommend more advanced and effective medical treatmentsfor white patients than for Black patients. This data is reinforced and brought to life by real-world experiences. BCRG members even mentioned having to reference their professional or educational credentials to their providers for signal their worthiness. Unfortunately, we hear these stories far too often....

Are you or loved one farting more than ever right now and don’t know why? A gastroenterologist explains the most common causes of farts. This can then lead to more flatulence. Ugh, okay, well thats sickly comforting that this is at least a universal issue. A gastroenterologist explains the most common causes of farts 1. Food intolerances mainly affect the digestive system making it harder for the stomach to digest food properly....

Want To Transform Your Outdoor Space into a Calming, Boho-Chic Escape (Um, Yes)? Light it up for good vibes, all retrograde long. Amazonite helpful for purification and peace. It helps with restoring a sense of inner balance, free from worry or fear… During Mercury retrograde, things feel more intense because were more aware of what isnt working in our lives. We face minor delays or frustrations to help us course-correct and move from fear into power, Lang says....

A trainer explains how to track your progress with weekly fitness journaling that will remind you of your accomplishments. Im an Exercise PhysiologistHeres Why You Shouldnt Worry About Cortisol Spikes When You Do HIIT Workouts. Elliptical vs Treadmill: Which Cardio Machine Is Right For You? Does Rowing Count as Strength Training? In other words: Its a place to celebrate your winsandyour perceived losses. Does Dancing Count as Cardio? Nike trainer, Reiki practitioner, and meditation instructor...

Anti-rotation core exercises can help stabilize your spine and relieve back pain. Here are three to try, according to a PT. Im an Exercise PhysiologistHeres Why You Shouldnt Worry About Cortisol Spikes When You Do HIIT Workouts. Elliptical vs Treadmill: Which Cardio Machine Is Right For You? Does Rowing Count as Strength Training? Should you docrunches?Planks? … What about social medias favorite new buzzword: anti-rotation exercises? Yet most people still arent sure what exactly anti-rotation exercises actually are....

The FDA Just Banned Red Dye No. 3: The Future of Processed Foods Is Red Wine Any Healthier for You Than White Wine? Proffee Is the Hottest New Beverage Trendbut Should You Really Be Adding Protein to Your Coffee? The list is endless and frankly, can be a bit silly. Of course, I have questions. Is this the cinnamon challenge but with vegetables? … Do you hate joy? What is this trend, exactly?...

Your Low-Stress Guide to Leveling-Up Your Bedtime Routine Are You Burnt Out or Depressed? Real-life hang outs werentthismessy, right? So then, why are video calls awkward and full of weird pauses in conversation? My hot take is that group calls on Zoom or any other platform are the newgroup dinner. Not to be dramatic or anything. But, again, thats just my hot (negative) take. … A psychologist is here with four compelling factors....

Your Low-Stress Guide to Leveling-Up Your Bedtime Routine Are You Burnt Out or Depressed? (Or, perhaps, sacre-rose?) Behold how ourblond bombshelllearns to turn on the waterworks. Later in the film, Stereotypical Barbie says, I also just learned to cry. First, there was one tear. Then I got a whole bunch. Licensed Psychologist She seems vexed by this sudden deluge. The most curious part of Barbies explanation is not about the crying, however, but about thelearning....