Got cellulite? You’re not alone: The cosmetic condition affects nearly 90% of women at some point during their lives, even women who are otherwise slender and fit. As common as cellulite is, there’s also an awful lot of misinformation out there about what it is, what causes it, and how to get rid of it.… Continue Reading

Weight loss is a science. It’s a complicated and imperfect one, but it’s still a science, which is why it’s best to follow what research says if you want to successfully achieve your goals. Of course, that’s much easier said than done, especially when we’re constantly bombarded with tons of conflicting information. Plus, we’re all extremely unique… Continue Reading

Depression is usually brought on by factors beyond our control—the death of a loved one, a job loss, or financial troubles. But the small choices you make every day may also affect your mood more than you may realize. Your social media habits, exercise routine, and even the way you walk may be sucking the… Continue Reading

Six-pack abs or a flat stomach are simply aesthetic aspirations mostly unrelated to your health and wellbeing. But on the other end of the spectrum, too much abdominal fat does come along with some negative health risks. “We have several types of fat on our bodies,” says Rene Ficek, a Registered Dietitian who is also… Continue Reading

There’s no such thing as ‘detoxing’. In medical terms, it’s a nonsense. Diet and exercise is the only way to get healthy. But which of the latest fad regimes can really make a difference? We look at the facts. Whether it’s cucumbers splashing into water or models sitting smugly next to a pile of vegetables,… Continue Reading

Head One major issue: dehydration. Excess alcohol upsets the production of vasopressin, a hormone that controls fluid balance. This sends you rushing to the ladies’ room (repeatedly) the night of, and can leave your head aching the next day. Booze also fiddles with your immune system’s cytokines, chemical messengers that can trigger acute inflammation–a.k.a. pain–in… Continue Reading

We go to the gym for numerous reasons, one of the top being to shed some extra pounds. But sometimes we hit a weight-loss wall and our workout regimen isn’t, well, working anymore. This can be for a variety of reasons and pinpointing the exact issue can be frustrating. Take a moment to think about… Continue Reading

Don’t Diet The Women’s Health Diet isn’t about eating less; it’s about eating more—more nutrient-dense food, to crowd out the empty calories and keep you full all day. That’s important, because restricting food will kill your metabolism. It sends a signal to your body that says, “I’m starving here!” And your body responds by slowing… Continue Reading

Gaining weight requires consuming way more food than you probably think. Most of us of have been here at least once before: for whatever reason—a holiday, a special occasion or maybe just due to stress—we overindulge our appetite and overeat. As a result, we’re left feeling bloated, drowsy and maybe even upset with ourselves for… Continue Reading