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Fitness, nutrition, and wellbeing tips for living a healthy life as a young woman

4 Healthy Snacks to Indulge Your Sweet Tooth

February 22, 2012, No comments

Natural treats like fruit, vanilla, and honey not only satisfy your sweet tooth, but give you a huge nutritional bang for your buck, too. Here are a few easy, delicious suggestions to get your sugary fix, the natural way.

7 Exercise Mistakes Your Personal Trainer Won't Tell You You're Making

7 Exercise Mistakes Your Trainer Won’t Tell You You’re Making

February 19, 2012, 2 Comments

Hitting up the gym every day, but still not getting the results you want? A few personal trainers answer our biggest question: What are we doing wrong?

My Story: What I Learned from Depression

February 17, 2012, 1 Comment

Depression feels like the soul-crushing sadness of a break-up—except for that it never ends. Read on for an inspiring story about one woman who fought back, and what she learned in the process.

5 Sexual Health Symptoms You Should Never Ignore

February 12, 2012, No comments

We know, going to the gyno is never fun—even when it’s just for your yearly appointment. But sometimes, an extra visit inevitable, and in your best interest. Check out our short list of reproductive health symptoms that warrant an office visit ASAP.

My Story: Living With an STD
February 9, 2012, 2 Comments
Hearing that you have any kind of STD is upsetting and jarring. And when it’s incurable? Multiply that effect, and then add in all the emotions you’re sure to experience. Here’s a look at how one woman has made her way through her journey with HPV.

The Big Benefits of Eating What’s in Season
February 8, 2012, No comments
Seasonal changes are easy to see and feel—the crisp fall, the snowy winter, the fresh spring—but they’re often difficult to taste, thanks to year-round access to nearly every type of food. But even so, here’s why you should stick to what’s in season.

News Round-up: Susan G. Komen vs. Planned Parenthood
February 5, 2012, 1 Comment
It’s been quite the week for women’s health in the news. If you’ve had a little trouble keeping up, we’ve got a round-up of the best coverage on the web. Read on to find out what exactly went down this week between Susan G. Komen and Planned Parenthood.

Health Secrets I Learned from a Sex Toy Party
February 5, 2012, 3 Comments
Going to a “Passion Party” with your friends might sound like all fun and games, but behind the facade of a girls night out lies sex ed for adults. Check out what our health columnist learned during her conversation with an adult toy party thrower.

Help! How Do I Find the Right Therapist for Me?
February 1, 2012, No comments
If you have a sore throat and need to see a doctor, it’s pretty easy to find one. But picking someone to share your innermost thoughts with (and making the decision to see her in the first place), is much more difficult. Our advice columnist weighs in on the process.

Fast Fixes: Tortilla Soup with Black Beans
January 27, 2012, No comments
Winter can mean battling snow, wind, or ice—even if you have the shortest of commutes to school or work. So, to warm up after a particularly cold day, try Martha Stewart’s Tortilla Soup with Black Beans.