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July 14, 2025/Women's Health

29 Perimenopause Symptoms You May Not Know About

… susceptible to irritation. Plus, your skin barrier starts to replace itself more slowly, making itchiness, stinging and inflammation more likely.Body odorGot unexpected BO? Perimenopausal hormone shifts can cause hot flashes and night sweats that …

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November 8, 2024/Sex & Relationships

Dealing With Vaginal Rips and Tears After Sex

… pain reliever if you need it.Use an over-the-counter corticosteroid cream to ease irritation and inflammation.Wear cotton underwear and relaxed clothes (or don’t wear any underwear).When to call your healthcare …

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August 3, 2022/Women's Health

How To Deal With Perimenopause Cramps

… finding sweet relief.MedicationDr. Fiffick recommends nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (known as NSAIDs), for addressing pain and inflammation. Ibuprofen (sold as Advil® or Motrin®) and naproxen (Aleve®) are best.“They can be …

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December 17, 2022/Digestive

Why a ‘Dry January’ Is Good for Your Health

… liver some breathing roomLiver specialist Jamile Wakim-Fleming, MD, says a month of sobriety can decrease liver inflammation that alcohol causes.“When people stop drinking, even if it’s for just a month, this alcohol …

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June 6, 2024/Recipes

Recipe: Summer Veggie Potato Salad

… alliums are full of heart-healthy flavonoids, as well as antioxidants that fight free radicals and damaging inflammation. Onions are also a surprising source of vitamin C, while fiber and prebiotics help support “smoother moves …

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July 15, 2025/Primary Care

Cold Sore? Here’s How To Get Rid of It Fast

Cold sores always seem to choose the worst possible moments to appear — and once they arrive, they like to take their time clearing up.“They tend to go away on their own in 10 to …

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June 1, 2022/Ear, Nose & Throat

What’s Causing That Salty Taste in Your Mouth?

You expect your mouth to taste salty after a few potato chips. But if you haven’t been snacking and your mouth tastes salty, what’s going on?Ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist Michael …

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September 28, 2022/Nutrition

Is MCT Oil Worth the Hype?

Promises, promises, promises. It seems there’s always some sort of dietary product drawing attention with claims that it can melt away pounds, boost performance or offer a healthy energy surge.Which brings us to …

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November 11, 2021/Wellness

Everything You Need to Know About Massage Therapy

If you’re stressed and sore, you may think there’s nothing you can do but take some over-the-counter pain relievers and plow through your day. But licensed massage therapist, Victoria Bodner, LMT …

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December 14, 2022/Skin Care & Beauty

How To Tell if Your Skin Barrier Is Damaged and What To Do About It

Skin care is one of the hottest topics on social media, with influencers on TikTok, Instagram and Reddit full of thoughts about how to get smooth, glowing, ageless skin. And there’s one term you …

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