It’s fair to say that aging and longevity are on many people’s minds, especially as they grow older. The idea of being unable to remember family members, noticing changes in your appearance and not having the same physical independence you used to is scary. You may also see these signs in a loved one, which […]
When it comes to women’s health, there are many topics that aren’t discussed as often as they should be — or discussed without shame. Menopause is, unfortunately, one of the topics, even though an estimated 1.3 million Americans enter menopause each year. The secrecy leads to false information and fear, in addition to unnecessary discomfort […]
The experts consulted for this story do not necessarily endorse the products ahead unless otherwise noted. Dogs and tennis balls seem to go together like peanut butter and jelly. Even my cat plays with one. Yet according to veterinarians, tennis balls can pose real harm to your pet. “Excessive chewing on the felt [of tennis […]
In a culture of toxic positivity, it can feel particularly bad when you wake up and aren’t feeling totally happy. This is likely exacerbated when you open up your Instagram or Facebook feeds only to see smiling friends on vacation or at their wedding. It’s easy to feel like you just should be happy, but […]
Brushing, flossing and visiting the dentist regularly — we all know the pillars of good dental hygiene. But knowing them and maintaining them are two different things. Nearly 50% of people above 30 have signs of gum disease and 26% of adults have untreated cavities, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It’s […]
We all know what it’s like to feel resentful at times. Some people begin to resent their partners due to an unequal division of labor at home, while others develop resentment at work when their contributions go unrecognized. With kids, it’s not uncommon for resentment to build toward their parents. “Resentment is a state of […]
As a general rule, phrases that offend groups of people are off limits in any respectful and caring group of people. Words that bring down folks in certain demographics have evolved into things that are just not OK to say, even as a joke. But that doesn’t seem to apply as much to fat-shaming. Many […]
Note: This article contains spoilers about the show “Adolescence.” In just three weeks, the British crime drama “Adolescence” became the ninth most-watched Netflix series of all time. It’s not hard to see why: The show is compelling stuff, following a working-class family after they learn their 13-year-old son, Jamie, has been accused of stabbing a […]
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Traveling abroad is an exciting yet stressful endeavor that can result in long days in unfamiliar places, which can make the chance of saying something rude, whether unknowingly or knowingly, a reality. While most people don’t go on a trip with the intention of offending people in the country they’re visiting, it does happen, and […]