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Perfectly Poignant Video Shows How Much Of That Snack You Should Really Be Eating

What many of us — myself included — assume to be healthy, average serving sizes are two, three, or even more actual servings. How do yours stack up? More »

This Robot Detects Depression, But Could It Really Help?

Technology has become increasingly desirable to people seeking help with — well, anything. It’s easy, convenient and you don’t have to deal with those pesky fellow human beings we all can’t stand. Now, there’s a virtual therapist who can theoretically … More »

Sunscreen Makers Required By FDA To Stop With The Misleading Labels

Federally mandated labeling laws-required by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration—are in place so that we shoppers don’t accidentally scorch our skin. The sunscreens will now have to be clear: do they protect skin cancer? Do they protect against sunburn? Are they water-resistant? More »

Pregnant, Bipolar British Woman Fights For Abortion In Complicated Case

A 37-year-old British woman is in the midst of a legal battle over her competence to choose an abortion. The woman, whose name has not been released, is 23 weeks pregnant and suffers from bipolar disorder. More »

5 Reasons To Work Out (That Have Nothing To Do With Your Appearance)

I’m getting a little tired of the “Strong is the New Skinny” meme (see the Facebook group, and this article), or at least the way it’s coming across. Focusing on strength over skinniness is an improvement of sorts, but one inevitably illustrated by photos of super-strong women who are still skinny, almost always white, and almost always with long, straight ponytails (bonus: sometimes with breast implants, which are not very helpful in weightlifting). More »

I Don’t Use Birth Control And I Was Shamed For It—Here’s My Response

I Don't Use Birth Control And I Was Shamed For Itâ��Here's My Response

Right now, I’m still receiving emails regarding the confessional piece I wrote yesterday about why I do not use birth control. Most of the emails are thoughtful and understanding. Many of them share their perspectives on birth control and successful methods, pregnancy and regrets about unwanted pregnancies. More »

90% Of Americans Suffer From Headaches, Says Ouch-y Infographic

Everyone hates headaches. Whether you suffer from severe migraines or just feel a throb when you’re a bit under the weather, headaches are extremely common and extremely annoying. Check out this infographic to learn everything you always (or maybe never?) wanted to know about headaches and how they affect people in America.
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Fruit Tacos: 6 Sweet Vegetarian Twists On Tacos Using Fresh June Fruit

It’s nearly June, which means summer fruits are staggering into season. Expect cherries, blueberries, peaches and watermelon to join apricots and strawberries at the farmer’s market. Pies are certainly in order (or perhaps tortes?), but don’t let traditional fruit avenues limit you. Berries and melons make great additions to salads, pizza—even tacos. Make your avocado jealous with one of these six fruit taco recipes. More »

Monthly Breast Self-Exams: Do You Do Them? Blisstree Writers Weigh In

The other day, one of my friends tweeted that she had just completed her monthly breast self-exam. Despite my ardent interest in my own health (Yes, I am the woman who makes her own kombucha, uses a menstrual cup and goes to the gynecologist armed with charts of my most recent cycles), I’ve never actually done a breast self-exam, and I’m not exactly sure why it’s not a priority for me. Interested, I decided to ask my fellow Blisstree writers if they do breast self-checks. Here’s our conversation: More »

What We're Reading:

Morning Warm-Up: Finding Love At CrossFit Class

• The hot (and sweaty) new place to meet your dream date? (Well + Good NYC)

• Another study links ketamine—aka Special K—with treating depression (Red Orbit)

• What your favorite sex position says about you (The Frisky)

• Is your yoga studio too noisy? (Alignyo)

• Winona Ryder says she looks forward to wrinkles (thegloss)

• Aishwarya Rai manages to walk the Cannes red carpet without being baby-weight shamed (Mommyish)

• DIY fitness—with duct tape (Greatist)

• Dove’s “Real Beauty Sketches” becomes the most viewed online ad of all time (Sacramento Bee)

Hey NYers! Here’s Your Chance To Be On An OWN Show On 6/1/13

A new television show, “Help Desk” with Deepak Chopra is launching on the Oprah Winfrey Network and now is your chance to get involved. Participants who may be going through a hard time in their life (marital problems, substance issues, … More »

Blogger Responds To Abercrombie CEO’s Body Shaming With ‘Fat Abercrombie Ads’

Blogger Responds To Abercrombie CEOâ��s Body Shaming With â��Fat Abercrombie Adsâ��

A little while ago, Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Clayface Mike Jeffries made some really awful comments about why his fratty Americana mall clothes don’t come in larger sizes. A recent article (focusing on the brand’s desire for thin, popular customers) brought the comments back around and a new outcry surged on the internet, especially from the fat acceptance community. One blogger, Jes at The Militant Baker, decided to write an open letter to Jeffries. Then, even better, she did a photoshoot to accompany that letter, imagining ‘fat Abercrombie ads’ that reflect positive body image. More »

Don’t Fear Fat—High Olive Oil & Nut Diet Beats Low-Fat Eating For Brain Health

Don't Fear Fatâ��High Olive Oil & Nut Diet Beats Low-Fat Eating For Brain Health

The evidence is continually mounting that Mediterranean diets are oh-so-awesome for heart health, brain health and overall longevity—in a way that low-fat and low-carb diets have failed to live up to. More »

Sorry, Breast Cancer Survivors, But You Won’t Be Able To Buy Bras At Victoria’s Secret

Remember a few months back when we wrote about the petition asking Victoria’s Secret to make bras for breast cancer survivors? There’s news on that front—it’s not going to happen. More »

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