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When It Comes to Your Health, How Hot is *Too* Hot to Be Outside? 

Peloton’s Robin Arzón tells us if that’s really enough exercise.

Is My Daily Hot Girl Walk Enough of a Workout?

You don’t need to feel guilty for enjoying time at home. But sometimes being a homebody can be a sign of poor mental health. A psychotherapist explains the pros and cons of staying in.

The Upside of Being a Homebody

No one wants to get a colonoscopy. But it’s a crucial, often life-saving tool.

The Right Time to Get a Colonoscopy

Brain fog is different for everyone, but you know it when you feel it. So when is it normal, and when should you see a doctor? We asked a neuropsychologist.

When You Should — and Shouldn’t — Worry About Brain Fog

How to Have ‘The Talk’ With Your Partner About Kids

If “watch me get addicted to filler” videos have dominated your FYP, we’re here to tell you if you can really get hooked on tweakments. And if so, how to stop.

Why Some People Get "Addicted" to Botox and Filler

Climbing stairs never seems to get easier, and there are a few reasons for that — some that you may want to run past your doctor.

It's Not Just You — Climbing Stairs Leaves Us All Breathless

You can probably stop googling 'Do I have cancer?' now.

The Truth About the Rise of Cancer in People Under 50

We all want our tap water to be contaminant-free. But do those water filter pitchers actually work? We asked an expert to find out.

Do You *Really* Need That Water Filter In Your Fridge?

Just like our families, family estrangement is complicated. So we asked therapist and best-selling author Nedra Tawwab what to consider if you’re considering it.

What Everyone Gets Wrong About Family Estrangement

It’s called hourglass syndrome, and it’s part of the fallout from growing up in the early-2000s diet culture that we’re still trying to shake.

Why Are We Still Sucking In Our Stomachs Like We're 13?

Read that headline again. Here’s what to do to get out of your sex rut and start having more pleasure.

You Don’t Have to Keep Having Bad Sex

Bad sex is out, and communicating your needs is in. Here’s exactly what to say to get what you want in bed. 

Exactly What To Say To Get What You Want in Bed

Grinding or clenching your teeth could do a lot of damage — even if you don’t know you’re doing it. A periodontist explains why it happens and how to stop.

80% of Teeth Grinders Don’t Even Know They Do It — How To Stop

Dr. Becky Explains Why You Can't Really Set Boundaries Around Gift-Giving

No one wants to feel unfulfilled in life. Here’s how to course-correct and find happiness.

How To Stop Feeling So ‘Meh’ About Life

Welcome to adulthood: Where we can’t enjoy a glass of wine without a side of heartburn. If you want to reduce acid reflux without antacids, one expert explains how.

A Natural Way to Help Prevent Heartburn Is Probably in Your Pantry

Maybe your therapist isn’t a great fit. Or maybe you’re ready to pause your sessions for a while. If you’re not sure what to say, we’ve got you.

Exactly What to Say to Break Up With Your Therapist

If you think cholesterol is a “future you” problem, think again. Here’s why — and how to keep your cholesterol levels in check now.

Your Cholesterol Levels Matter, No Matter Your Age. Here's How To Keep Them Healthy.

Should you shampoo before or after washing your body? And when's the right time to exfoliate? An expert explains the correct shower steps, and why they matter for your skin.

What’s the Correct Shower Routine? We Asked A Dermatologist

Gastroenterologist Dr. Rashmi Advani explains how to take one, whether they're helpful, and if you should get one.

Are gut microbiome tests accurate or useful? 

Plus, how collagen production in Brazil may be destroying rainforests, and a drama-free book read.

Here’s How the Medical System Overlooks Women's Health

Plus, insulin is getting cheaper, a drug-resistant stomach bug is going around, and a psychologist talks about the right time to quit therapy.

Why It’s Not Just ‘Thin White Girls’ Who Get Eating Disorders

A physical therapist gave us her recs for stretches and exercises to help fix your posture.

Sitting at a desk all day has affected my posture. What're some practical ways to fix it?

We asked a psychologist about what you should consider before talking about your mental health at work.

Is it OK to share mental health issues with coworkers in casual conversation? 

Registered dietitian Tamara Duker Freuman gets into when probiotics do and don’t make sense. 

Should I Take a Daily Probiotic?

OB-GYN Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, author of “Menopause Bootcamp,” shares some do’s and don’ts.

Do you have any advice for maintaining a balanced vaginal pH?

Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Whitney Bowe, who coined the term, explains the trendy skincare method.

What is skin cycling, and should I try it? 

Plus, dermatologist Dr. Whitney Bowe explains “skin cycling,” the skincare trend she created that’s all over the internet.

How Much Did We Ever Know About Intermittent Fasting? 

Cosmetic dermatologist Dr. Nazanin Saedi lays out the treatment options. Spoiler: They’re not cheap. 

 Is it possible to fade or remove age spots and spider veins?

Plus, details on NYC's new women's health plan, and some positive news around cervical cancer data.

 Could AI Be The Future of Mental Health Care?

Plus, “Love Island’s” new plan for its contestants and some sleep and sex tips. 

Let’s Talk About The Unbearable Weight of January

For some parents, this winter feels like the early days of the pandemic.  Here’s how to balance work, sick kids, and self-care, according to experts.

How to Survive Work and a Sick Kid During a ‘Tripledemic’

Video games allow kids to fail in a safe place, according to experts. Here’s the latest on how video games affect the brain.

Are Video Games Actually Good for Your 9-Year-Old?

Why the program has been paused — and if or when it could start up again.

Here’s The Latest On The Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program

It’s about empathizing vs debating. Here’s what you can say to set and keep boundaries with family members.

How to Set Boundaries With Grandparents, Without Being Awkward

A cellphone’s been on your kid’s wishlist. But before you click “add to cart,” read this.

10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying Your Kid’s First Cellphone

Skimm Money: Toxic workplaces, Student Loan Repayments, And Pricey Halloween Candy

Spoiler alert: Your kid may not need melatonin for sleep. Here’s what experts say you should do instead.

The Truth About Melatonin and Whether It’s Safe for Kids

Skimm Money: The Great Breakup, Pay transparency and Anna May Wong

Skimm Money: Shrinking Savings, Credit Card Debt, And Netflix

From curriculum to sports, elected school district leaders create policies that impact your kid’s education. Experts break down what you need to know about upcoming local and state elections. 


These Elections Have the Biggest Impact on What Your Child Will Learn

Spoiler: You can book that vacay without going broke.


These Little-Known Travel Tips Will Save You Money On Your Next Vacation 

Skimm Money: The Job Market, Talking Finances With Your SO, And Money Fears

Because science is busting head lice myths. The AAP breaks down how head lice spreads, how it’s treated, and how schools should handle infestations.

6 Myths About Lice That Will Actually Have You Scratching Your Head

Skimm Money: Higher Bills, Financial Anxiety, And Guaranteed Income

We love to share happy memories of our kids on social media, but can we do that and still protect our children’s privacy? Experts explain the do’s and don’ts of sharing family photos online.

Think Twice Before Posting Your Kids’ Photos Online, Here’s Why

Should You Open a Roth IRA? Or Should You Stick to a 401(k)?

Skimm Money: Interest Rates, FIRE, And Inflation Worries

Gentle parenting involves more two-way communication with children and less of la chancla. Experts share tips to make sure the grandparents respect your parenting style.

How to Explain ‘Gentle Parenting’ to Your Kids’ Abuelos

Just thinking about la chancla may bring back some (not so great) memories from your childhood. Experts say that’s partly why many Latinx parents are moving away from traditional parenting styles.

Why Millennial Latinx Parents Are Saying Goodbye to Chancla Culture

How to Pop a Pimple Safely (If You Can’t Resist)

The most confusing skincare ingredient, Skimm’d.

Retinoids, Retinol, and Tretinoin: Which One Is Right For Your Skincare Routine?

Future-Proofed: The Metaverse, "The Merge," and Pig Butchering

Skimm Money: ESG Investing, Holiday Spending, and Small Money Wins

If you’re childfree-by-choice — or know you don’t want any more kids — you may be considering long-term birth control. You’re not the only one. Let’s Skimm your sterilization and IUD options.

Thinking About ‘Getting Your Tubes Tied?’ What You Should Know

Here’s what to do if it happens to you.

Can You Get Pregnant After Tubal Ligation? Here’s The Truth

Skimm Money: Job Hoppers, Homebuyers, and Money Goals

IUDs are effective, but the insertion can be painful. Here’s what it feels like, and what you can do about it.

Does IUD Insertion Hurt? Here's The Truth

Can You Be Pregnant Without Knowing It? 

Skimm Money: F*ck-You Funds, Breakfast Budgets, and Money Wins

Because apps aren’t always the answer.


Ditch the App, and Try This Old-Fashioned Budgeting Tool Instead  

Out with the old (position), in with the new.

How to Impress Hiring Managers When They Ask, ‘Do You Have Any Questions for Me?’

Do You Need Witch Hazel In Your Skincare Routine? We Asked a Derm

Skimm Money: Student Loan Forgiveness, Quiet Quitting, and Tips for Saving to Start a Family

I Had Unprotected Sex. When Can I Take A Pregnancy Test?

What Happens If You Get Pregnant with an IUD? OB-GYNs Explain

What is a Chemical Pregnancy and Did I Have One?

Future-Proofed: Web3, Rug Pulls, and The Surge in .eth Domain Name Sales, Explained

Skimm Money: Grocery Shopping vs. Eating Out, Cheap Fall Flights, and Making Sense of the Housing Market

Hey you, the one under a blanket vowing to never drink again. Bad news: There’s no perfect remedy for a hangover. But here’s what experts say might help.

What Science Says about Hangover ‘Cures’

Hint: It’s not just a new TikTok trend. 

What is Slugging Skin — And Should You Be Doing It?

Here’s your guide to help make your first anal experience as painless (and pleasurable) as possible.  


How to Prepare for (And Have) Safe Anal Sex, According to Experts

Skimm Money: Inflation, The Gender Pay Gap, and Hiring a Pro to Help Manage Your Finances

Yes, Genital Skin Tags Exist — Here's What You Need to Know 

How to Get Rid of Ingrown Hairs: Dos and Don'ts, According to a Dermatologist

Skimm Money: Budget Flights, Retail Therapy, and How Much to Spend on a Wedding Gift 

Skimm Money: How to Prep for a Recession, Going OOO, and Beach Reads That'll Make You Better with Money

We called up an expert in infectious diseases to help make sense of monkeypox, including how worried we should all be about getting it.


If You're Worried About Monkeypox, Read This First

A key lesson that your sex ed course might’ve skipped: the 101 on pregnancy tests. 

What You Need to Know Before You Take That Pregnancy Test

Skimm Money: Remote Work, The Cost of Severe Weather, and Tips for Splitting the Check

Future-Proofed: WTF are NFTs, Crypto Regulations, and HODL

Skimm Money: Inflation Hits a 40-Year High, Summer Sale Overspending, and NFTs

Skimm Money: Investing in a Bear Market, Finding "Lost Money," and Bracing for Crypto Winter

And why you shouldn’t use the terms interchangeably.

Here Is The Actual Difference Between ADD and ADHD

Why You Need to Rotate Your Tires (and What Happens If You Don't)

Alcohol and coffee might be affecting your blood pressure. We broke down whether or not that daily iced coffee and glass of red wine are *actually* good for you.

Are Alcohol and Caffeine Raising Your Blood Pressure?

Here’s what you need to know about breast implant illness, including who can get it, how likely it is, and what treatment looks like.

Is Breast Implant Illness Real?

Sorry, but you're going to want to skip that hot toddy.


Here's Why You Really Shouldn't Drink on Antibiotics

Turns out you might be taking more melatonin than experts recommend. And the side effects of that are...not so great.

Can You OD on Melatonin? An Expert Explains How Much Is Too Much

Taking a break from booze? Sober curious? Don’t drink at all? Whichever category you fall in, we break down what you need to know about non-alcoholic wine. 

Why Non-Alcoholic Wine Could Be Your New Favorite Drink

Do you know what each letter in what TikTok has deemed the “alphabet mafia” actually stands for? We spoke to professor and historian Chelsea Del Rio about what LGBTQIA+ means — and why it matters.


The History of LGBTQIA+ as an Acronym

You’re finally starting to feel like yourself after COVID-19. But how long will you still test positive? And can you still get a booster after recovering?

How Long Is COVID Contagious? And When Will I Stop Testing Positive?

Put these gorgeous, under-the-radar domestic destinations at the top of your bucket list ASAP.


8 Underrated U.S. Vacation Destinations You Need to Check Out 

Travel is becoming a lot more complicated these days. From needing a real ID to the possibility of a vaccine passport, there’s much to keep track of.  If you want to travel internationally, there’s, even more, you need to worry about. 


From The Passport Card to Vaccine Passport: Don't Travel Without These Docs

We’re not the only ones who like to brag that we read the books before the movie. From steamy historical romances (hello “Bridgerton”) to edge-of-your-seat thrillers, we’ve got the skimm on the books heading to a screen near you.


Need to Update Your Watchlist? Here Are 10 Book-to-Screen Adaptations You Can't Miss in 2022

AKA how to not be awkward when meeting new people—either through apps or IRL—and asking them to hang out.

How to (Actually) Make Friends in a New City

Tiktok is no stranger to viral personality tests. The multidimensional anger test being latest to pop up on for you pages. Everyone is weighing in by taking the test and sharing their results and we’ve got the skimm on whether you should join the crowd. 


TikTok’s Viral Multidimensional Anger Test, Explained 

We asked Skimm HQ’rs about the best podcasts for mental health and they delivered. Whether you want to stop feeling anxious, learn something new, or escape from the world, you’ll find something worth listening to.