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.’ “...

updated Feb 13, 2025

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...

You’ve probably heard the term “hypochondriac” to describe someone who worries a lot about their health, goes out of their way to avoid germs, or spends significant time looking up health conditions online. People sometimes use this term in a negative way to essentially call someone out for being “dramatic” about their health, but in reality, hypochondria isn’t a personality trait, it’s a mental health issue that can cause real distress for people. Similar to “OCD”, which is still frequently used to describe people who are meticulous, the real meaning of “hypochondria” has been watered down...

Gut health is a hot topic lately — and for good reason! Scientists are constantly discovering new things about what's happening inside our bodies, like this tiny little helper in our intestines that might be the key to a happy gut. Meet Akkermansia muciniphila, the gut bacteria that's changing the way we think about digestion. What is Akkermansia? This friendly bacteria is kind of a big deal in the world of digestive health. While it was only discovered in 2004, it has since been featured in 3,000+ scientific publications, and scientists are already calling it a...

Take the first step towards a healthier you! Complete Noom's quick quiz to get your personalized Noom plan, and kick off your FREE 14-day trial today. Your journey to wellness starts here. Ever have those days when you’re suddenly craving carbs? All you can think about is pizza, pasta, and ALL the bread. But before you demolish a whole loaf of sourdough, let's chat about how to handle those cravings without ditching your healthy eating goals. First things first: carbs are not the enemy. They're actually an essential part of a balanced diet and provide our...

When someone talks about “high-functioning depression,” they are probably referring to a condition called Dysthymia. The mental health condition is known for having more mild symptoms of depression that you have been managing for a very long time.  According to Mount Sinai, some of the condition's most common symptoms include fatigue, low self-esteem, and poor concentration. Whereas seasonal affective disorder (seasonal depression) pops up during the winter for many people, high-functioning depression is the opposite. Its symptoms are year-round and often present for long stretches of time.  What makes one kind of depression more “high functioning”...

Ready for a transformation? Take Noom’s quick quiz to receive your personalized weight loss  plan built for your unique mindset and biology. Start your FREE 14-day trial today.  Who says dining out with diabetes has to be boring? While managing blood sugar levels is important, it doesn’t mean you have to miss out on delicious meals or fun nights out with friends. With a bit of planning and some savvy choices, you can still savor your favorite foods while keeping your health on track. And to make keeping track even easier, a program like Noom, helps...

As the clock strikes midnight and a fresh calendar year unfolds, many of us feel that familiar urge to make grand declarations about how we'll transform our lives with a laundry list of ambitious goals: hitting the gym at dawn, cutting out every drop of sugar, or promising to read a book a week. Those big plans can feel exciting at first, but often become overwhelming, often fizzling out faster than champagne bubbles. Small, realistic changes tend to stick around longer — and can add up to big results over time. So this year, why not...