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Holiday skin care can be tricky. You want to look your best, but it’s a stressful time. Your skin may react with acne, dryness, dullness and red spots. What can you do? We have some tips to help! Holiday stress can cause skin problems First, a general warning: holiday stress can cause skin problems. Scientists have been skeptical about this, but recent studies have shown that psychological stress can worsen skin conditions such as eczema, rosacea and psoriasis. It can also lead to unexpected breakouts and redness. So the first thing you can do to keep your skin glowing is…
When they think of the clitoris, most people think of sex, and specifically sexual pleasure. It is, after all, the most sexually sensitive part of the genital anatomy in people with a vulva. the clitoris contains more than 10,000 nerve fibers that convey sensation to the brain when stimulated (Uloko et al., 2023). Indeed, the clitoris plays a critical role in sexual arousal and orgasm in vulvar individuals (Pauls, 2015). The clitoris, however, has been chronically understudied—its anatomy has only recently been thoroughly explored (Pauls, 2015). The newly discovered anatomy of the clitoris gives new meaning to the phrase “the…
Looking to feel more joy and happiness during your pregnancy, today I’m going to share some habits of pregnant women that make them happier, more resilient and have easier pregnancies. They are also likely to have better births, so that sounds pretty cool! How do I know so much about happy pregnant women? Hi, I’m Hilary — many people know me as The Pregnancy Nurse 👩⚕️. I have been a nurse since 1997 and have 20 years of OB nursing experience, I am also the curl head behind this website Pulling Curls. I’ve seen a LOT of pregnant women through…
Black Friday is this week, which is generally my reminder to bundle it up and start gift planning. Maybe you organized people are done or even starting, but for the rest of us slowpokes, it’s time! So to help you out with the cooks in your life, here are 10 of my favorite kitchen tools, toys and other gift ideas, from small and practical to big figures. Nothing on this blog is sponsoredby the way, just my opinion. (Note: I first published this in November 2016 and have updated it every year since. Last year I disassociated from Amazon when…
The holiday season, with its festive feasts and sweet treats, can be challenging for anyone on a weight loss journey. The abundance of delicious but often calorie-dense foods can certainly test your commitment. However, with the right mindset and strategies, you can navigate the holidays without derailing your progress. Let’s explore some practical tips to keep your mind and body motivated to lose weight during this joyful but potentially difficult time. 1. Practice mindful eating techniques Immerse yourself in the festivities by fully connecting with your meals, enjoying the colors, textures and flavors of every wintry bite. This practice…
People who maintain or increase their aerobic fitness are less likely to be hospitalized in the future, particularly if they have been hospitalized in the past. These are the findings of a study carried out at the University of Gothenburg. Regular physical activity is associated with a number of health benefits, including a reduced risk of developing and dying from cardiovascular disease. However, little research has been done on the relationship between the development of aerobic fitness and the likelihood of hospitalization. The study, published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, involved 91,140 people who underwent two repeated health…
Need a little more positivity in your life? Why not start 2024 with the habit of focusing on powerful daily affirmations? When it comes to positive thinking, positive affirmations are a quick and easy way to lift yourself up. In this post, we’ll look at some of the best daily powerful affirmations I have gathered. You will also find some accompanying printable powerful daily affirmation cards that you can download if you wish. What are affirmations? First, what exactly are affirmations? Affirmations are short statements meant to boost your self-esteem and encourage positivity. Sometimes it can help to repeat a…
Not sure what to get your husband, boyfriend, sibling or boyfriend this Christmas? From the fashionista to the techie, here are Healthista’s Christmas gifts for him Buying gifts for the men in our lives can be quite difficult. We may have “the one who has it all” or “the picky one” or “don’t get me anything this year, I mean it”. Look no further as we’ve put together a list of gifts that are thoughtful but will also satisfy the above people in your life who seem to give us all a hard time around Christmas. Here are our top…
Ah, the sweet scent of budding romance, the thrilling feeling of spotting your loved one from afar and the way your heart flutters like love itself is in the air. But, but… hang on and come back to sad reality because it’s not just love in the air anymore and the cloudy weather doesn’t bring out poetry but face masks! In the busy urban landscape, where the air is thick with pollutants, which brings with it many health problems that require serious medical attention, it is our skin that bears the direct brunt of these environmental assaults. While we can…
Sara contacted us on the MotherToBaby live chat service after being referred by her OB/GYN, who told her that the Paxil (drug name paroxetine) she was taking could cause a heart defect. She was 14 weeks old and wanted to learn more, but she was confused because all her genetic test results had come back normal. She asked: “How could my baby have a heart defect if my NIPT was negative?” During pregnancy, many tests are done to check your baby’s health and development. It can be hard to keep track of what everyone is searching for and why it’s…