Fitness

As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. The right pair of running sneakers can make all the difference when it comes to performance. You want something

Adding chia seeds or flaxseeds to smoothies, protein balls, and oatmeal isn’t new. People have been leaning on these seeds for ages to give their recipes a boost of nutrients in a low-effort way, hoping that these simple additions can give their bodies a boost of nutrients to support certain aspects of their health. But

You already know that cardio is good for you. Research has long shown that revving your heart rate regularly can keep your cells and blood sugar healthy, strengthen your ticker, boost your mood and so much more. Luckily, reaping the benefits is super simple; like, “don’t even have to leave the house” simple. Even without any equipment

In 2019, when I was 38 years old, I decided to get a preventative mastectomy. I didn’t come to my decision overnight, though. My family history played a huge part. My mother had passed away at age 68 after a three-year battle with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer exactly a year prior. Her youngest sister

This is Biles’s signature move: a double back layout with a half twist. She’s been doing it since at least 2013, and it was named after her once she competed with it at the World Championships that year. In this routine, it’s her second tumbling pass. In true Biles fashion, she keeps making it harder,

Like tomatoes, avocados are also technically a fruit but are counted among the vegetables by the USDA. Avocados are a great source of healthy fats, fiber, potassium, and vitamin E. Fats have a longer transit time through our digestive tract, Taylor Fazio, RD, CDN, a registered dietitian and wellness advisor at The Lanby in New

As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. Sometimes, finding the motivation to work out can be just as hard — if not harder — than doing

Roohi Jeelani, MD, a Chicago-based reproductive endocrinologist, was around 14 years old when her mom noticed that she wasn’t getting her period. While it’s not unusual to get your first period in your mid-teens — according to research published in the National Library of Medicine, menarche, or the first menstrual period, typically occurs between the

Melly Testa was used to questions — specifically unanswered questions — about their breast. By 2011, the 41-year-old artist had already spent three years navigating doctors, alarming symptoms, and inconclusive tests. But finally, and at the urging of a concerned nurse practitioner, Testa was going to get their answer. It was back in 2008 that

Pancreatitis has been in the news cycle lately as celebrities like Travis Barker and Maria Menounous have opened up about their health complications with pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer, respectively. Pancreatitis can be a serious and painful experience. The condition occurs when the pancreas (an organ that produces enzymes to help the body digest its food)

Dealing with a bout of constipation is never fun, but thankfully, there are solutions to this problem that can be easily found in your kitchen. There are plenty of constipation-relieving ingredients you can incorporate into your diet in the form of a meal or snack you already know and love — that’s right, we’re talking

If you’re looking to cut down on your meat consumption for health or environmental reasons but are concerned about getting enough protein per day, a simple fix can be adding tofu to your rotation. Tofu, aka bean curd, is a popular ingredient in many Asian cuisines — and it’s pretty awesome stuff. It’s made from

Vaginal discharge plays an important role in keeping you healthy. The vagina is a bit like a self-cleaning oven, explains Vandna Jerath, MD, FACOG, medical director at Optima Women’s Healthcare in Colorado. Glands inside the vagina and cervix produce fluid, which is then discharged from the body, helping to carry away dead cells and maintain

Have you ever been cold, but your body is profusely sweating? It’s a bizarre and unsettling feeling, but turns out this phenomenon, accurately known as cold sweats, is actually pretty common. Cold sweats are usually categorized by a sudden onset of clammy, cool perspiration, usually unrelated to external temperatures or activity levels, says Shoshana Ungerleider,

Periods can be messy — both figuratively and literally — and while some months you may experience a heavier or longer period, others may be super short with minimal bleeding. But how can you tell if your period is too short? For example, if your period only lasted two days instead of five, what does

Healing your relationship with food while trying to lose weight is no easy task. Just ask influencer Michaela Mallett, who’s known for her healthy eating hacks on Insta. She managed to heal her eating habits and shed 22kg in the process. Here’s how. The gain When Michaela Mallett, 28, signed up to study culinary arts,

Cilantro, the name commonly used to describe the stems and leaves of the coriander plant, is a staple in many cuisines, bringing delicious, citrusy flavor to everything from fresh salsas to curry. Or at least that’s true for most people. For others, cilantro tastes exactly like dish soap. Studies suggest that this aversion may be

Feeling stuck with your trusty X2000 smartwatch from way back when? Well, hold onto your wristbands because we’ve got 10 irresistible reasons to upgrade!  I can practically hear your inner sceptic saying, “Another upgrade? Seriously?” But let me tell you, I recently got my hands (or should I say, my wrist) on the Garmin Epix

Your belly button is one of those body parts that doesn’t get a lot of attention. But if you notice an odor wafting from down there, it’s more than understandable to wonder, “Why does my belly button smell bad?” Belly button smells aren’t overly common, but doctors say they do happen. For the record: This

We all know that taking care of our bodies is not just about looking good; it’s about feeling good, too. And who better to guide us on this journey to a healthier lifestyle than the TikTok sensation and fitness guru, Megan Shongwe? With over 5 million views on her videos and some groundbreaking fitness hacks,