The word “colonoscopy” has always been one I have dreaded hearing. At 14, I was diagnosed by a gastroenterologist with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), which causes stomach pain and other intestinal symptoms, like bloating and diarrhea. These symptoms tend to happen at the same time, which causes a lot of discomfort. When I was diagnosed
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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. Once you work out in leggings with pockets, you’ll never go back. How many times have you gotten sweat
We often think of soup as a food you eat when you’re feeling under the weather — but with the right ingredients, a comforting bowl of soup can help support the immune system and keep you from getting sick in the first place. From antioxidant-rich veggies to proteins packed with zinc, there are a ton
Olympic figure skater Maia Shibutani really is an inspiration — in more ways than one! At the 2018 Olympics, she took home the bronze in ice dance alongside her brother Alex, continuing a streak of American ice dance teams who have stood atop the Olympic podium since 2006. Although she hasn’t competed since then, she
Image Source: Courtesy of Athletes Unlimited From Jan. 29 through Feb. 28, 2022, Athletes Unlimited is introducing a new player-centric pro women’s basketball league in the United States with 44 players. All games will be played in one venue, and there are no owners, general managers, or specific teams (more on that later). Decisions are
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. A good book, a cup of soothing tea, and a hot bath. Sounds like perfection, right? Self-care is essential
I consider myself a YouTube workout connoisseur. When I’m test-driving a new routine, the first place I go is the YouTube comment section. People get real honest down there. When a workout is good, you can tell by how excited and passionate the commenters become. While I was browsing around for new cardio workouts, these
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. “Who needs pockets?!” (Um, said no one, ever.) From dresses to sweats, some place to slip your stuff is
After an exciting series of competitions at the Tokyo Olympics, the 2021 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships (Worlds) kick off next week and will span from Oct. 18 to Oct 24 in Kitakyushu, Japan. Worlds is held annually during non-Olympic years (with an exception this time around due to COVID), and gymnasts will only vie for
Arm day is one of my favorites because flexing my biceps, straining my triceps, and lifting my whole body off the floor during push-ups makes me feel so strong. Those focused, arm-toning workouts — you know, the kind that makes it impossible to wash your hair or reach for that top-shelf glass afterward? — feel
As someone who has lordosis and an active lifestyle, I’m always aware of my low back. It holds me up for all of my workouts and supports me when I sit at my desk. The least I can do is give it some TLC. A couple of ways I care for my low back are
Get your sweat on with Raneir Pollard, Supernatural coach, as he leads you through this high-intensity Tabata-inspired workout! Follow Raneir through five sets of bodyweight intervals, including his creative variations on planks, squats, and skaters that will keep your mind and body engaged. And don’t forget about the bonus ab exercise you’ll get from laughing
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. Every runner has their favorite pair of sneakers to get the job done, whether they’re practicing sprints on a
Emma Raducanu knows that it’s just the beginning of her professional journey. After winning the US Open last month, the 18-year-old British player faced her first loss during the second round of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, CA. On Friday night, Raducanu lost to Aliaksandra Sasnovich of Belarus in straight sets, but when
You might know Chris Nikic as the first person with Down syndrome to finish an Ironman, which he accomplished last November; or the Jimmy V Award recipient at the 2021 ESPYs; or, and most recently, the co-author of 1% Better: Reaching My Full Potential and How You Can Too. Some people just know him as
As the first wave of people eligible for a COVID vaccine booster start to get their shots, it’s time to dig out those vaccine cards again! When you return to get your booster shot, you’ll need to bring your vaccine card with you — just as you did for your second shot of a two-dose
During cold and flu season — and all year round, really — I try taking vitamin C pills in addition to eating an antioxidant-rich diet for a boost to my immune health. I was intrigued when I received the Purely Inspired Healthy Beets+ Superfood Powder ($15) because of its immune-support ingredients. There’s both vitamin C
Being a former gymnast, I’d like to think my balance and stability is still on point. In reality, though, I’m not as nimble as I used to be (she says as a mid-twenty-something), so I’m always up for a challenge to build that stability and get stronger. During an interview with The Ultimate Surfer semifinalist
Players from the Washington Spirit and Gotham FC stopped play during the sixth minute of their game today to protest the widespread abuse allegations from around the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). Linking arms in the center of the field, the teams stood in silence while fans stood and applauded in support. The public protests
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. While we love getting active indoors and out before temperatures drop, we definitely don’t like sweating the price of