If you’re in a couple, sit down together (at a time when you’re not horny or naked) and discuss clearly, honestly, and openly what you’re both looking for and what, if any, compromises you might need to make so you’re both comfortable. Make sure when using apps that you’re very direct (but not off-puttingly crass) about what you’re looking for. It’s not fair to someone looking for a monogamous, closed encounter to believe that you’re looking for that too, only to be blindsided by a “Can my boyfriend join?...

For a little background, when it comes to sperm health, it’s not just quantity that counts. Quality—which refers to the shape (morphology) and mobility (motility)—matters, too. Sperm quality also goes beyond these metrics. DNA errors in the sperm, problems with the Y chromosome, and, surprisingly, even the endocannabinoid system are all relevant to sperm maturation and health, as well. Moreover, the men included in these meta-analyses were not receiving fertility treatment or otherwise thought to be experiencing fertility challenges; therefore, the men most affected by the factors contributing to declines in sperm quantity were not included....

“But nobody has to see the nude for the picture taking to have benefit,” says Megan Ixim, branding expert, fat activist, and the founder and performer behind That Fat Babe. “Taking a photo can be a powerful way to celebrate your body, fight against body dysmorphia, and cultivate self-love.” You also need to worry about security and privacy, according to Javay Frye-Nekrasova, M.Ed., a sex educator with sex toy retailer Lovehoney....

My quarantine days certainly had their lulls, but I also used them to get serious about fitness. Without much else to do, I reconfigured my living room into the best makeshift gym possible and dove headfirst into the world of workout apps (didn’t we all?)… I found myself doing workouts I would have never dared to in person… Kickboxing? Why not? Dance cardio in my pajamas? All about it. And through a lot of unabashed experimentation, I ended up hooked on one app, LES MILLS On Demand....

Whether or not crying is good for your skin is a frequently asked question, but the answer isn’t cut and dried. That being said, there are a few different pros and cons to consider, as well as post-cry skin care tips you might want to have on hand. Take stress breakouts, for example: “Our skin is both an immediate stress perceiver as well as a target of the stress responses,” board-certified dermatologist Keira Barr, M....

Palm oil is the most widely used vegetable oil in the world1, and over 85% of the global supply comes from Indonesia and Malaysia, although there are 42 countries that also make it, according to the World Wildlife Federation. It’s considered a low-cost oil because it often produces a greater yield than other vegetable oils with an overall lower cost of production. While this sounds good in theory, it can create some environmental issues when production gets out of hand (more on that later)....

Here, we break down everything you need to know about the nutrients, cooking methods, and health benefits of lentils. Prebiotics, which may be just as important for your gut as probiotics, are what our friendly gut bacteria feed on. This type of fiber, also found in foods like beans, garlic, onions, jicama, and more, promotes the proliferation and survival of this good bacteria and keeps your microbiome happy. Maintaining good gut health can positively affect everything from your bowel movements to appetite regulation to mood....