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Toxic Productivity Makes Fibromyalgia Worse
I worry, far too deeply and frequently, that other people think I’m lazy. That’s been a severe fear since I was a teenager. So, it’s ironic, perhaps, that I live with fibromyalgia, a syndrome that forces me to...
How to Be Your Own Advocate
As someone who’s lived with a severe nut allergy for most of my life, I understand how important it is to feel confident, prepared, and safe ...
Embracing the Unpredictable Life With Psoriatic Arthritis
Living with psoriatic arthritis has been one of the most challenging experiences of my life. For me, the hardest part hasn’t been the physical pain – although that’s ...
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The Ultimate Guide to Self-Care: Skin Checks You Can Do at Home
When was the last time you checked the skin on your scalp, back, or the soles of your feet? If your answer is something like, “Wait, I’m supposed to do that?” Don’t worry ...
Seed Oils, Processed Foods, and Colon Cancer
A study published in the journal Gut is the source of a lot of buzz about seed oils, ultraprocessed foods (UPF), and colon cancer. Media reports may leave you believing that the study proved UPFs cause...
7 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Skin Health -- From a Dermatologist
Welcoming a new year is a natural time to reflect on the past year’s highs and lows, as well as set our sights on new goals. Whether you feel your routine needs a complete overhaul ...