The 10 Everyday Habits That Are Wrecking Your Posture
Poor posture isn’t just about slouching; it’s often the result of daily habits we overlook. Here are ten common…
Science Tells Us What To Expect As We Age: Strategies for Thriving in Later Life
How does aging affect our bodies and minds, and how can we adapt to those differences? These are questions…
Six Kids, a Medal, and No Childcare: Welcome to the GOP Fertility Plan
The Trump administration’s latest pronatalist push offers medals and tax breaks instead of real support for parents. From sexist incentives to slashed child programs, here’s why it’s all hypocrisy—not help.
Closing the Orgasm Gap: How Women Are Reclaiming Pleasure and Power
Let’s talk about the “orgasm gap”—the persistent disparity in orgasm frequency between men and women during sexual encounters. Studies have shown…
10 Everyday Foods That Can Spike Your Blood Sugar Without You Realizing
When we think of foods that raise blood sugar, we often picture desserts, soda, or candy. But the truth…
Coming Off Birth Control: What To Expect and How To Make It Easier
The birth control pill serves as a vital tool for managing reproductive health. However, there comes a time for…
Why Spring Feels So Promising: The Science and Soul Behind the Season
After the cold and often dreary months of winter, the arrival of spring brings with it a sense of…
What Is Cognitive Shuffling? The Simple Sleep Trick to Calm a Racing Mind
If you’ve ever found yourself lying in bed, exhausted but wide awake, replaying every awkward conversation you’ve had since…
How to Best Prepare for Spring Allergy Season: 10 Smart Steps to Breathe Easier
Spring is beautiful—but if you suffer from seasonal allergies, it can feel more like a curse than a blessing….
Why Poison Ivy Is More Dangerous Than You Think—Even If You Were Once Immune
If you’ve ever spent time outdoors in North America, there’s a good chance you’ve been warned about poison ivy—and…
Pronatalism in the Spotlight: Elon Musk, Falling Birth Rates, and the Global Fertility Crisis
Pronatalism is gaining attention as countries confront an unprecedented demographic shift—rapidly declining birth rates. As aging populations strain healthcare…
Alcohol and Cancer: Surgeon General Calls for Warning Labels Amid Rising Health Concerns
The Surgeon General’s recent call for cancer warnings on alcohol labels has reignited discussions about the link between alcohol…
POTS Syndrome: Symptoms, Diagnosis, COVID Link & Why It Affects Women More
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) is a condition that many people may have heard of, but few truly understand….
Are Expired Medications Safe? What You Need to Know About Drug Expiration Dates
When you open your medicine cabinet, you’re likely to find a few bottles or blister packs marked with expiration…
How Sex, Sleep, and Wellness Work Together to Boost Your Health
Ever wondered why you feel so relaxed after a night of intimacy or how a good night’s sleep makes…
12 Pantry Staples That Might Be Expired—and Why You Should Check
Pantry staples are the unsung heroes of the kitchen, offering convenience and reliability. However, many of these items sit…
3 Simple Somatic Movements You Can Do To Calm Your Nervous System
Daily life can be unnerving. And it’s easy to go from calm to anxious or nervous in a flash….
A New Study Finds That Men With Better Sperm Live Longer
A new study out of Denmark finds that men with better sperm quality at young ages seem to live longer than those who have weak swimmers. Before you ask the men in your life to provide semen samples for predictive purposes, however, you should know that researchers still don’t understand why this association exists or what it means. (Other than, you know, the obvious: healthy men make healthy sperm and healthy men tend to live longer connection.)
Missourians Could Give All Their Tax Money to Crisis Pregnancy Centers
Missouri voters want access to abortion. We know that because in November they voted in favor of a constitutional amendment guaranteeing the right to abortion and other reproductive health decisions. Missouri lawmakers disagree.
They’re transitioning the mice! They’re transitioning the rats!
Where’s DOGE when you need them? I have a perfect example of government waste that could be cancelled before we piss away money on it, but that seems unlikely since it was just announced last week and appears to be an RFK Jr. wet dream.
How to Quit Drinking Coffee (Without Hating Your Life)
Let’s be honest—coffee is delicious. It’s comforting, it’s energizing, and for many of us, it’s a ritual as ingrained…
Why Daylight Saving Time Messes Us Up—And What Science Says About Fixing It
Twice a year, we go through a collective groan as we either gain or lose an hour of sleep…
Are You Lactose Intolerant? Here’s How to Tell (And What to Do About It)
If you’ve ever had a scoop of ice cream, a cheesy pizza, or a creamy latte, only to feel…
80% Reduction in Cervical Precancers Thanks to the HPV Vaccine (The One RFK Jr. is Suing)
This commentary is a repost from “Sex on Wednesdays” by Martha Kempner on Substack. Find her other articles on The Queen…
Vaccines are Better Than Broccoli
This commentary is a repost from “Sex on Wednesdays” by Martha Kempner on Substack. Find her other articles on The Queen…