Boric acid is one of those remedies that often pops up when dealing with stubborn vaginal issues. I remember the first time I heard about it from a friend who swore it saved her from recurring infections. But naturally, the first question that came to my mind was — how often can you safely use…
Ever felt like your mind is running a marathon before you even get out of bed? Yeah, me too. Anxiety has a sneaky way of creeping into our daily routines, often without us realizing it. That’s why having an anxiety checklist for daily self-assessment isn’t just helpful—it’s a sanity saver. Over the years, I’ve learned…
Ever noticed how those pesky floaters seem to pop out more when you’re in a pastel-colored room? Trust me, you’re not imagining it. I used to think my eyes were playing tricks on me every time I sat in my friend’s mint-green kitchen, but after a bit of digging (and some personal experience), I realized…
Ever tried explaining anxiety to someone who’s never really felt it? It’s like describing colors to someone who’s been living in black and white. I’ve been there—sitting across from my partner, fumbling for the right words while my heart races and my mind overthinks every sentence. If you’re wondering how to explain anxiety to a…
Feeling anxious lately? You’re definitely not alone. I’ve been through those days when my mind just wouldn’t shut off — constantly buzzing with “what ifs” and “did I forget something?” thoughts. It wasn’t until I stumbled upon a few hobbies (honestly, by accident) that things began to change. And no, I’m not talking about generic…
Imagine you’re sitting at a dinner table, enjoying a hearty meal, and suddenly, a dull ache creeps into your abdomen. It’s not just indigestion—it’s something deeper, more relentless. That was me a few years ago, before I discovered that abdominal migraines were a real thing, not just some fancy term doctors throw around when they…
Ever since I recovered from a viral infection earlier this year, there’s been this lingering tightness in my back that just wouldn’t quit. I thought it was just me, overthinking it. But after speaking to others and doing a bit of digging, turns out post-viral syndrome and spine stiffness are far more common than we…
When my teen first started complaining of belly aches that came and went, I chalked it up to stress or maybe something they ate. But when the pain kept showing up in cycles—often intense, sometimes accompanied by nausea or even pale skin—I knew it wasn’t just a random stomach issue. It turns out, what we…
If you’ve ever had bacterial vaginosis (BV), you know how annoying — and honestly, confusing — it can be to deal with. I remember the first time I had it, I wasn’t even sure what was going on down there. It wasn’t until a not-so-casual Google search and a talk with my OB-GYN that I…