Women are having heart attacks as young as in their thirties, according to research. And the leading cause of younger women having heart attacks, especially related to pregnancy and postpartum, is a condition called spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD).  Taelur Littlejohn was just 27 when she gave birth to her third son and experienced a heart attack. All three of her pregnancies were relatively normal, but toward the end of the third pregnancy, she noticed significant heartburn, fatigue, and swelling in her legs and feet. Right before she delivered, she had some flu-like symptoms and was...

Have you ever randomly thought of an influencer or business and thought hm, why have they not crossed my social media feeds recently? I wonder what they’re up to, only to search that person or brand on your favorite platform and see that they’re still very much active? If so, there’s a chance their account was shadowbanned. Shadowbanning has existed for years, but the concept has recently come to the forefront of our consciousness. Because right now, we’re seeing reports of multiple women’s health resources being shadowbanned on social media. So, what is shadowbanning? Shadowbanning refers...

When it comes to weight loss, there's no one-size-fits-all solution. Many women find themselves exploring different options to support their health and wellness journeys. A couple of popular options are weight loss oral pills and injections. Along with medication,  it’s also important to look for options that offer nutritional support and weight loss treatment plans, like Hers.   Each has unique features and benefits, so understanding the differences can help you make an informed decision about what might work best for you. But what's the real difference between these two?  Weight loss pills: Convenience is key Weight...

When Tom Holland decided to try Dry January in 2022, he realized something about his drinking habits. “I couldn't quite wrap my head around how much I was struggling without booze in that first month — and It really scared me,” he revealed during an episode of the Rich Roll podcast. “I decided, as a sort of punishment to myself, that I would do February as well as January… If anything, it got a little bit harder. So I was starting to kind of panic, thinking, ‘Damn. I have a bit of an alcohol thing.’ “...

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If you’re anything like me, you’ve been absolutely terrified about the possibility of norovirus entering your home. Yes, the gastrointestinal virus makes its rounds every year, but this year’s prevalence and severity seem especially nasty. If your TikTok feed looks anything like mine, everyone and their mother (literally) is battling norovirus, complete with vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps, and more unpleasant (to put it mildly) symptoms.   Norovirus is often referred to as the “stomach flu”, but the truth is, it’s not related to influenza in any way. It’s a gastrointestinal virus, so while it spreads from person...

I have a confession: I have never made a New Year’s resolution. To me, they’ve always felt like a recipe for failure... especially because the narrative around them is always so distinctly pegged to pushing hard in the first two-ish weeks of the year before falling off the proverbial wagon.  After all, January 12 is colloquially known as “quitter’s day”. And if that’s not a sign that there’s something wrong with the way we’ve been approaching New Year’s resolutions, I don’t know what is. While I understand the appeal of starting a new year with a...

As the confetti settles and the holiday decorations come down, many of us find ourselves contemplating a fresh start for the new year. Enter Dry January, a popular health challenge that encourages participants to abstain from alcohol for the entire month. It's not just about giving your liver a break after the festive season; it's an opportunity to reset your relationship with alcohol and experience some pretty amazing health benefits along the way. The concept of Dry January might seem daunting at first. After all, for many, unwinding with a glass of wine or meeting friends...

Between the onset of The Eras Tour and the Barbie movie’s release, 2023 was unoffciailly dubbed the year of women. For many, it sparked a new appreciation for the economic and cultural impact of women and girls. The good news? In 2024, we saw another wave of pop cultural moments that honor and celebrate women — that pushed the boundaries of the roles we’ve been told we are allowed to occupy.  Women have always been economic powerhouses, shaping trends and driving business. While we have historically been told that “women’s entertainment” — which we’ve branded with...

Depending on what side of TikTok you’re on, you may see videos of women talking about “gardening” and the many benefits it has on their lives. “Gardening” for those of us who need a TikTok translator (aka most of us) is shorthand for consuming weed in some form, whether by smoking or having an edible.  In the last few years, many states have legalized and commercialized cannabis, while societally, it’s become way more normal to talk about it openly, too. In 2024 alone, you were just as likely to see it on the election ballot (like...

Waxing can feel like a quick and easy way to get smooth, hair-free skin, but if you have sensitive skin, it can also feel like a bit of a gamble. Whether you’ve tried waxing before or are just thinking about giving it a go, you probably have questions about how to do it safely without irritating or damaging your skin. The truth is, it’s possible to wax even if your skin is sensitive — but there are some things you need to know first. Sensitive skin reacts differently to various beauty treatments, and waxing is no...