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Pancreatitis has been in the news cycle lately as celebrities like Travis Barker and Maria Menounous have opened up about their health complications with pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer, respectively. Pancreatitis can be a serious and painful experience. The condition occurs when the pancreas (an organ that produces enzymes to help the body digest its food)

Melly Testa was used to questions — specifically unanswered questions — about their breast. By 2011, the 41-year-old artist had already spent three years navigating doctors, alarming symptoms, and inconclusive tests. But finally, and at the urging of a concerned nurse practitioner, Testa was going to get their answer. It was back in 2008 that

It’s easy to assume Pilates mats are all made the same, but much like a comfortable pair of running shoes or a sports bra that’s actually supportive, the right one can be a game changer for your practice. Whether you are new to Pilates or have been doing it for years, a good mat is

Roohi Jeelani, MD, a Chicago-based reproductive endocrinologist, was around 14 years old when her mom noticed that she wasn’t getting her period. While it’s not unusual to get your first period in your mid-teens — according to research published in the National Library of Medicine, menarche, or the first menstrual period, typically occurs between the

As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. Sometimes, finding the motivation to work out can be just as hard — if not harder — than doing

PS: How does Jess King and her style influence the Brittany Allen x Peloton collab? BA: Jess King is the perfect muse. She was the first one to take a chance on me when I had nothing. I hadn’t dressed anyone with a large following, and she must have known that we are the same

Like tomatoes, avocados are also technically a fruit but are counted among the vegetables by the USDA. Avocados are a great source of healthy fats, fiber, potassium, and vitamin E. Fats have a longer transit time through our digestive tract, Taylor Fazio, RD, CDN, a registered dietitian and wellness advisor at The Lanby in New

Join host, choreographer, and content creator Sheela Awe for a 10-minute TikTok-inspired dance workout with Lilian Gonzalez and Melissa Westlake. You’ll do a quick warmup then get your heart rate up with some of the internet’s most popular TikTok moves, like the citirokk, booty pops, body rolls, and so much more. Don’t worry if it’s

Boric acid suppositories have been popping up on TikTok left and right. And if you’re someone who gets yeast infections from time to time or has dealt with bacterial vaginosis, you may be wondering whether or not this vaginal suppository can work for you. Boric acid vaginal suppositories can be useful for some people when

In today’s episode of things you didn’t know could make you sick . . . fried rice. Yep, if you suddenly experience food poisoning after eating the delicious carb, you may have “fried rice syndrome.” Fried rice syndrome is used to describe the potential outbreak of a bacterium called Bacillus cereus. “The term ‘fried rice

Ah, pickleball. If you’re a fan of the mega popular sport like Olivia Culpo and Stephen Colbert, the word “dink shot” or any pickleball paraphernalia can make you smile. What can take the smile away just as quickly is an injury or bad set made from wearing the wrong shoes. “I’ve witnessed a significant number

When you change your tampon or go to the bathroom on your period, you kind of get up-close and personal with your period blood, which can change from cycle to cycle. But maybe this time you notice something a little off-putting: the smell. “Menstrual blood contains blood and sloughing uterine lining tissue, thus it may

October is generally the month that “awareness” around breast cancer research peaks, but it’s important to be aware of potentially life-saving screenings and treatments all year long. In general, there’s been overall progress in breast cancer prognosis for many people: Death rates from breast cancer are now down 43 percent, according to the American Cancer

Have you ever been cold, but your body is profusely sweating? It’s a bizarre and unsettling feeling, but turns out this phenomenon, accurately known as cold sweats, is actually pretty common. Cold sweats are usually categorized by a sudden onset of clammy, cool perspiration, usually unrelated to external temperatures or activity levels, says Shoshana Ungerleider,

Most of my friends and family thought I was “off the wall,” but on my 35th birthday, I gifted myself my first skateboard. I’ve wanted to learn to skate since I was a kid, but most of my time and energy throughout my youth and early adulthood was dominated by pursuing a future in dance.

Periods can be messy — both figuratively and literally — and while some months you may experience a heavier or longer period, others may be super short with minimal bleeding. But how can you tell if your period is too short? For example, if your period only lasted two days instead of five, what does

If you’re a regular TikTok user, you likely remember the viral activewear sensation that took over last year: a figure-hugging activewear jacket from a popular high-end activewear label. The jacket’s design wasn’t groundbreaking, but it captured the attention of social media enthusiasts due to its ability to accentuate curves and create the illusion of a

This summer, I was looking for a new fitness routine. I wanted something I could do from home, something that wouldn’t make me sweat like crazy in the heat, and something that I could keep up with during a travel-heavy summer. Plenty of things came to mind: running was free and easy to do on

As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. My fail-safe workout outfit is a black tank top and black leggings. I know it’s kind of uninspired, but

Katie Couric penned an essay on her website about her breast cancer experience in September 2022. The journalist said that she had lost track of time and was six months late for her yearly mammogram. Couric explained that because she has dense breasts, she usually does a breast ultrasound as well as a mammogram, and

Your belly button is one of those body parts that doesn’t get a lot of attention. But if you notice an odor wafting from down there, it’s more than understandable to wonder, “Why does my belly button smell bad?” Belly button smells aren’t overly common, but doctors say they do happen. For the record: This

Get your body moving with fitness trainer Khetanya Henderson, who will be leading this 10-minute arms workout joined by class members Tiff Marie and Paulyn Baens. In this routine, you’ll start with a quick warmup and move into working your shoulders, focusing on exercises like cross punches, plank walkouts, and shoulder taps, all to the

Cold and flu season is right around the corner, and fall is one of the worst seasons for allergies — meaning this time of year, it’s common to be dealing with a stuffy nose. And in the past, you’ve probably headed to the drugstore for a decongestant to get some relief. But according to the

Toloco Massage Gun ($40, originally $90) There’s a lot to love about the Toloco Massage Gun, which boasts more than 33,000 five-star ratings on Amazon, getting high marks for versatility, value, pain relief, and maneuverability. Made for deep-tissue massages, this cordless gun features seven speed levels with 10 different massage heads so you can curate

It doesn’t get any easier than tossing ingredients into a high-power blender and pressing a button when you need some food in your belly. Perhaps the ease of making smoothies is one reason they’re so popular. Combine the convenience factor with the ability to customize the concoctions with a wide variety of good-for-you foods and