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Wimp or Warrior? Test Your Pain Tolerance

Test your own pain tolerance by answering the questions below and adding up your score. Check all answer options that apply. You might need a pen and paper. I identify as: ⎕  a woman (2 pts.)⎕  ...

Snooze Your Way to a Stronger Immune System

Life can get hectic. Amid the hustle and bustle, it’s easy to push sleep to the bottom of your priority list. Do this too often, though, and you can quickly find yourself suffering from sleep depri...

The Science of Beauty Sleep: How Sleep Impacts Your Skin and Hair

Sleep deprivation doesn’t just make you cranky. It's bad for your whole body. For starters, repeated lack of good quality sleep can cause nasty skin problems and seriously damage your hair. Check o...

6 Ways Getting Naked Makes You Healthier

What if I told you there are real, true health benefits to getting naked – frequently. Actually, the research is pretty conclusive. Time spent in the buff really does contribute to better emotional...

Asleep at the Plate: The Link Between Sleep Deprivation and Weight Gain

I don't know about you, but as I age, I experience more and more trouble falling asleep and staying asleep. I’d wager I get about 6 hours of sleep a night. (And not consecutive hours, either.) Turn...

Should You Ditch Your Bras & Panties?

Looking back, I’ve decided that the best part of our recent global pandemic wasn’t the ability to work from home. The real silver lining was ditching my bras and panties.   Now, before your mind go...

Achoo! I Think I'm Allergic to You!

Every so often, I tease my husband by telling him I'm allergic to his "man dander." Of course, he gets irritated and says, "That's not really a thing." Well, I hate to break it to him, but it's tru...

4 Must-Have Skincare Products - Choose for Your Skin Type

To keep a healthy complexion, you’ll need 4 essential skincare products. But good products can be expensive or take a lot of time for a full skincare routine. Here are some basic guidelines that wi...

Pets: Your Secret Weapon Against Getting Allergies

Do you find yourself sneezing, coughing, or dabbing your watery eyes every time Fluffy or Fido walks into the room? If so, you may have developed an allergy to your beloved furry friend. Turns out ...