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Are Weekly Manicures Bad for You?
Photo: Getty Images I’ve read that nail-salon workers are at risk of serious health problems. Are weekly customers in danger, too? More and more research, as well as anecdotal evidence, suggests that...
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The Truth About Hot Yoga
Illustration: Aad Goudappel Is hot yoga (like Bikram) safe? Yoga practiced in rooms where the temperature is cranked up to more than 100 degrees has become popular, in part because practitioners...
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How PMS Makes Post-Workout Muscle Soreness Worse
Photo: Getty Images Why do my muscles get sore before my period? Although abdominal cramps tend to be the most talked-about sign of PMS, joint or muscle pain throughout your body is fairly common...
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What You Can Do About Acne Scars
Photo: Getty Images I have a few acne scars. Is there anything I can do about them? The good news is that there are a lot of options available for diminishing the appearance of acne scars. But first,...
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What to Do When Sex Makes You Itch
Photo: Getty Images Sex is suddenly making me itch. Could I be allergic to my partner? Vaginal itching is very common and is often the result of easily treatable issues. For starters, if you’re using...
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Here’s How to Prevent Runner’s Diarrhea
Illustration: Aad Goudappel I always have to stop at a bathroom on long runs! How can I avoid it? You’re not alone. Runner’s diarrhea is a real thing. Though doctors aren’t exactly sure why it happens,...
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Is Ibuprofen Bad for Your Heart?
Photo: Getty Images I’ve been taking ibuprofen for all my aches and pains for years, but I heard it can cause heart problems. Should I stop using it? Ibuprofen is a common drug to have on hand for...
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The Truth About Wheat and Your Waistline
Photo: Getty Images Could eating wheat be giving me a belly? Well, in theory, yes. Many women tend to accumulate fat in their abdominal area, so anything you eat in excess—including wheat—could make...
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Here’s Why You Keep Waking Up With a Headache
Photo: Getty Images I keep waking up with a headache! What gives? A few things could be going on here. For starters, poor sleep quality can lead to a headache the next day. So the first thing to do is...
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4 Weird Causes of Chest Pain
Photo: Getty Images I sometimes feel a sharp pain when I take a deep breath. What could be wrong? It depends on how frequent and bothersome the pain is. If you notice it only after strenuous exercise...
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Here’s Why Some People Cry More Easily Than Others
Illustration: Aad Goudappel I cry very easily, even at times that don’t warrant tears. What’s up with that? Some people are just more prone to crying than others. Experts aren’t entirely sure why;...
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When to Worry About a Cough That Sticks Around
Photo: Getty Images I’ve had a cough for weeks. Should I be worried? Probably not; some upper respiratory infections (including bronchitis and pneumonia) can take weeks to clear out of your system....
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Why Sharing Rx Drugs With Friends Is Never Okay
Photo: Getty Images I used my friend’s leftover medication—I’ve been prescribed the same kind in the past, so I know it works for me. Is that OK to do? No! While your friend may take the same medicine...
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Wiped After Traveling? Here’s How to Keep Your Energy Up
Photo: Getty Images I’m always wiped out after traveling. How do I keep my energy up? Even when jet lag isn’t a factor, traveling can disrupt your regular diet, sleep and exercise routines, which can...
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What to Do If Your Orgasms Are Actually Painful
Photo: Getty Images My orgasms feel painful. Is something wrong with me? Although the reasons are not always clear, some women develop painful cramps in their lower abdomen either during or after...
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How to Tell It’s Time to Stop Googling Your Body Issues
Photo: Getty Images We’ve all consulted Dr. Google from time to time. But when does the search for answers online go from perfectly normal to potentially problematic? Ask yourself if these experiences...
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Here’s Why Your Boobs Hurt Before Your Period
Getty Images Why do my breasts feel so tender before my period? You can thank hormones for that. A spike in estrogen just before ovulation causes the breast ducts to enlarge, while a peak in...
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Here’s Why You Really Need to Stop Worrying About Pooping at Work
Photo: Getty Images I get bathroom stage fright when I try to go number two at work. Is it bad to hold it until I get home? Sorry, but it is. Putting off a trip to the bathroom can lead to a buildup...
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Can Ovarian Cysts Actually Be Cancerous?
Photo: Getty Images Can ovarian cysts be cancerous? Some can be, but the vast majority are not. Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs in or on the ovaries, and they fall into two general categories. The...
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Can You Really Be Allergic to Wi-Fi?
I’ve read that people claim to be allergic to Wi-Fi. Is this a real thing? The answer is still up for debate, but the World Health Organization did acknowledge this phenomenon—referred to as...
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