6 reasons for white spots that crop up on your tongue
White spots on your tongue could be due to an inflammatory condition like lichen planus or geographic tongue.
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Articles by Ashley Laderer
6 reasons why you feel tired all the time and how to treat each one, according to sleep experts
If you take medications like antidepressants, allergy meds, or muscle relaxants, they could be making you extra sleepy.
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Is it possible to successfully get back with your ex? Relationship experts weigh in on how to make it work
Relationship therapists say that you should be able to ask hard questions like "How will you keep from falling back into your old habits?"
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7 of the best ways to start a conversation on a dating app, according to relationship therapists
If you're looking for a real romantic connection, it's time to move past the endless small talk on dating apps.
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3 ways to enlarge your penis that actually work and 4 methods you should never try
There are tons of products that claim to increase the size of your penis, but unscientific methods like lotions won't help. Here's what does.
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Couples therapists give 9 signs that you're in love — and why they matter
Being in love comes with exciting new desires, physical symptoms, and changes in the way you think about the future.
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11 reasons why your period may be early, including stress and birth control
The causes of an early period range from stress, to weight changes and conditions like PCOS or endometriosis.
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Gaslighting explained and 17 things that gaslighters say to manipulate you
Gaslighters will try to make their victims question their reality by saying things like "you have a terrible memory" or "you're too sensitive."
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6 reasons you feel like you need to pee right after you've peed, according to urologists
If you don't quite feel as if you've emptied your bladder, it could be due to your diet or a more serious condition like interstitial cystitis.
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25 toe-curling sex positions to help you get out of a rut, recommended by sex therapists
Have you ever heard of the helicopter? The pretzel dip? The coital alignment technique that's designed specifically for clitoral stimulation? Read on.
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My insomnia has prevented me from sleeping before 3 a.m. or later for years. I started doing yoga before bed and now, I'm asleep by midnight.
I'd been dealing with chronic insomnia for a decade when I decided to try incorporating yoga into my bedtime routine. It made a huge difference.
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How to achieve a slimmer face without buccal fat removal
Surgery isn't the only way to reduce the appearance of chubby cheeks — how fillers, botox, and general lifestyle changes can help.
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How to have a safe at-home abortion: What to expect, aftercare, and effectiveness
Medical abortions, or "at-home abortions," can safely terminate a pregnancy with two medications, which are FDA approved.
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How to practice good hygiene during anal sex to reduce the risk of UTIs and other infections
You shouldn't go into anal sex without some preparation — here are all the steps you should take to stay safe.
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Will adding lemon to your morning coffee aid weight loss? Diet and obesity experts weigh in on this TikTok 'health' trend
Lemon in your coffee isn't going to make the fat melt from your body the way some TikTokers have been claiming. Experts explain why.
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7 erotic sex positions that involve toys to maximize stimulation
Sex experts give their best tips for incorporating toys — like using a clitoral vibrator while you're in the cowgirl position.
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6 reasons why your eye is swollen — from different kinds of infections to allergies
Swelling in your eye could be caused by something mild and temporary like a stye — or it could be a sign of certain concerning autoimmune conditions.
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Why people with PCOS tend to gain more weight around their belly than anywhere else
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) triggers hormonal imbalances that can affect insulin control and lead to more weight gain around the abdomen.
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Drinking alcohol the morning after to cure a hangover is just about the worst thing you can do — here's why 'hair of the dog' doesn't work
Hangovers are rough and drinking alcohol the morning after may provide temporary relief but it's only prolonging the inevitable.
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6 reasons why your vagina gets itchy after sex, according to gynecologists
Spermicide, certain soaps, and synthetic underwear are all potential triggers for vulvar dermatitis — or, vaginal irritation.
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