Many people who use birth control experience unpleasant side effects like nausea, breast tenderness, and changes in sex drive. But not all side effects are physical — doctors say birth control can also affect your mood, noting that studies have found a correlation between hormonal contraception and depression. So, could your birth control be to

Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sam Brodsky As a former Girl Scout, whenever I come across something that tastes remotely like the cookies we used to sell (and eat with abandon), I can’t help but get the warm and fuzzy feelings of girlhood happiness again. And one thing I’ve learned over the years is to

Everyone struggles with body image at some point, but it’s typically something you can work through with some help. If you’re in the habit of tearing yourself down, you first need to acknowledge that it’s a problem before you can begin reflecting more positively on the parts you’re so quick to criticize. With time and

After plenty of trial and error, I’ve discovered that I look and feel my best when I eat a low-carb diet. I’ve worked hard to find low-carb foods I actually enjoy, and I’m so excited to share them with you. Because I’m all about convenience, every single one of these products is available on Amazon.

The historical and modern-day distrust of the medical system in the Black community stems from centuries of medical malpractice, misdiagnosis, and undertreatment at the hands of white professionals in medicine. All one has to do is search the Tuskegee Syphilis Experiment or the coerced sterilization spurred by the eugenics movement with the aim of controlling

Image Source: Courtesy of Spotify If you want to match your music with the type of exercise you’re doing — upbeat hits during cardio, for example, or more mellow vibes for yoga and Pilates — Spotify is giving you the means to easily make that happen with minimal effort on your part. The Soundtrack Your

Last March, Emilia Clarke wrote a powerful essay revealing that she battled for her life while suffering from two life-threatening brain aneurysms during her first few years filming Game of Thrones. The injuries were treated through several painful surgeries, resulting in Clarke spending weeks at the hospital in recovery. Years after her last procedure in

Image Source: Courtesy of Martina Gebarovska Juliana Spicoluk knows that the stress of everyday life can manifest in physical ways — and she’s a pro at relieving the body of that burden through yoga. The cocreator of the Boho Beautiful brand, whose YouTube channel has over 1.5 million subscribers, is a certified yoga and pilates

Athletes have a long history of advocating for racial justice, but leagues have only recently started to support the cause in a visible way. See: the NFL and US Soccer walking back stances against kneeling during the national anthem, the NBA planning to paint “Black Lives Matter” on courts, NWSL teams wearing “Black Lives Matter”

Birth-control pills offer a number of benefits beyond contraception. The pill can help improve acne, regulate your cycle, and ease heavy, painful periods, Staci Tanouye, MD, FACOG, an ob-gyn in Florida, told POPSUGAR. But during the first few months of starting birth control, you might experience side effects, the most common being spotting. While this

When we hear about a company that’s eco-friendly and size inclusive, we’re all ears. When their clothes happen to be cute, well, we’re massive fans. That’s the case for one of our new favorite activewear brands, Girlfriend Collective. They make pieces in fabric made from recycled water bottles, and their sizes range from XXS-6XL. Plus,

Believe it or not, I’d say that I’ve been a yoga beginner for nearly a decade. That’s because I’ve only ever practiced periodically — maybe once a week for a month or two before rolling up my mat and letting it collect dust in the corner for a few more months. Now, I consider myself

Broadway star Nick Cordero has died at age 41 after months spent battling coronavirus. His wife Amanda Kloots shared the news on Instagram on July 5, two days after telling supporters that Cordero would likely require a double lung transplant. He is survived by Kloots and their 1-year-old son, Elvis. “God has another angel in

It feels like there aren’t enough hours in the day to do everything we’re supposed to do: get a full night’s sleep, work or attend classes, take care of things around the house, catch up with friends, find time to decompress. There are days when it just doesn’t seem possible to squeeze a workout into

We know from past experts we’ve interviewed that some evidence suggests that exercise can increase the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), specifically when it’s exercise that is more aerobically intense and in groups. That being said, there are two factors that make workouts safer and reduce the risk of spreading the virus: being outdoors

When it’s too hot to turn on the oven but you want a delicious, satisfying plant-based dinner, here’s a week of dinner ideas to inspire you. These seven recipes are full of protein, nutrient-packed veggies, and some will be ready in 15 minutes or less (yeah, avocado pasta!). Feel free to swap out ingredients that

There was a time, not too long ago, when I was a double-fisting fitness tracker kind of girl: Apple Watch on the right hand, FitBit on the left. It’s not that I monitor my steps and calorie count that closely. I just liked getting the happy notification that I’d hit my step goal, or feeling

The next time you hit up Costco, grab a case of this Kirkland Signature Organic Chocolate Banana Almond Beverage. With just 120 calories per serving, it’s plant-based, soy-free, and offers 10 grams of protein. This yummy almond milk also offers four grams of fiber, and is perfect to grab on the go for some quick

If you dread that time of the month because your period causes painful cramps, Blogilates creator Cassey Ho shared five stretches you can do to get relief — all you need is a soft, comfy pillow. Hold these stretches for 30 seconds or longer: Lying butterfly Half pike Lying spinal twist Half camel Child’s pose

Ask any woman who works out about sports bras, and be prepared for a short monologue about her favorite brand or a horror story about the one that broke mid-sprint. People are passionate when it comes to sports bras because they’re the most critical piece of our workout wardrobe. We just can’t move without them.

Summer is sweaty enough as it is, so when we’re working out, moisture-wicking, breathable gear is a nonnegotiable part of our fitness routine. Whether we’re working out outside or training at home, we need all the help we can get keeping sweat at bay, so come summertime, our leggings have to be lightweight and breathable.

Whether you’re someone who likes to hit the gym or you prefer to sweat it out at home, great workout clothes are essential to your routine. Plus, when we wear clothes we love, we feel better, and that makes us all the more likely to finish that extra rep. Athleisure tends to be expensive, but

I fell in love with yoga in college. Every Saturday morning of my freshman year, a few friends and I would ride the bus to the free class offered at a Lululemon downtown. It was a half-hour commute for a class that started at 8:30 a.m., but we went religiously, regardless of how much or

Everyone has off days — even hardcore fitness buffs! Expecting to always lift heavier or run faster than you did last time is setting yourself up for failure. Instead of focusing on what you think you should be able to achieve, think of any workout as a good workout, like Kathleen does. “I tell myself

We love workout clothes, but if we’re not careful, they can get really pricey really quickly. We love when our favorite workout clothes go on sale, and we also try to stick to a budget, but sometimes, when we reach a fitness goal, we like to add a new piece to our workout wardrobe as

In the spring, I made a new fitness goal for myself, mostly thanks to the influence of my aching knees. Instead of heavily relying on HIIT, squats, lunges, and deadlifts to give my legs a workout, I wanted to spend a little more time exercising my lower body through low-impact workouts. Without access to a

It’s been 14 years (wow) since the first High School Musical came out, and yes, I can still sing every lyric. I may also have the CD soundtrack buried somewhere in my childhood bedroom and the songs are definitely still chilling on my old iPod nano. One thing I never could get down? The dance

Think you can only get the benefits of fruits and vegetables by shopping in the produce aisle? Think again! Fruits and veggies are being added to foods like rice, oatmeal, and snacks in really interesting and yummy ways. As a registered dietitian, I do a little happy dance every time I find food choices that

When it comes to snack time, we want something to keep us full and focused as we’re trying to live our lives. We’re looking for options filled with protein and that have a lower carbohydrate content. As if finding yummy snacks wasn’t exciting enough, these 14 options are all on Amazon. This list includes protein

Because there’s no such thing as too many sports documentaries, today Apple released the first trailer for Greatness Code, a short form series spotlighting untold stories from some of the world’s greatest athletes. USWNT star Alex Morgan and five-time Olympic gold medalist Katie Ledecky are both featured, alongside five other world-class competitors, including LeBron James,