If you’ve ever noticed inflamed, scaly patches of skin on your body and wondered what they are (and what you should do about them), psoriasis, an autoimmune disorder that causes such scaly rashes to form on the skin, may be the cause. While there are currently a number of treatments available for psoriasis, that’s not to […]
Bodies are not one-size-fits-all, and weight-loss plans aren’t either. Here’s how to find a personalized diet that fits your goals, health needs, and lifestyle. 1 / 12 Weighing the options In theory, losing weight should be easy: Eat fewer calories than you burn, and—presto!—the pounds will start to fall off. But as anyone who has ever […]
Experimenting with someone of the same sex is (thankfully) less taboo than it’s ever been. And according to a survey from the sex toy company Adam and Eve, 30 percent of women have done just that. (And 19 percent of men surveyed said they’ve experimented with other men.) While this survey didn’t ask respondents whether they identify […]
When it comes to health, knowing your numbers is key to living a longer life. Here are the ones that matter most. 1. Your blood pressure should be 120/80 Because it can be symptom-less, high blood pressure is often referred to as a “silent killer.” Unchecked, high blood pressure can damage the cells that line […]
