So, I’ve been battling migraines for years, and if you’re anything like me, you’ve probably tried just about every remedy under the sun. From prescription meds to caffeine, yoga, herbal tea, blackout curtains, you name it. But recently, something as simple—and brutal—as an ice bath started popping up in my search history. I’m not gonna…
There’s something thrilling about standing atop a snow-covered mountain, strapping into your skis, and launching into crisp, clean air. I’ve chased that feeling more times than I can count. But as much as I love high-altitude skiing, I’ve also had to deal with the not-so-glamorous side of it—migraines. If you’ve ever found yourself squinting through…
If you’ve ever stared at a bright computer screen for hours and ended up with that stabbing pain behind one eye, you’re not alone. I remember once pulling a long night editing photos, and by morning, it felt like a pulsing thunderstorm had settled right behind my eyeball. That was my first taste of an…
Ever sat down for a late-night binge session, switched off the lights, and stared at your LED TV—only to notice these weird, squiggly things dancing across your vision? Yeah, me too. It’s like your eyes have their own private fireworks show the moment you relax. These mysterious “floaters” when facing an LED TV in a…
Ever close one eye and suddenly spot strange little specks or threads floating around your vision? You’re not alone. It’s something I personally experienced for the first time during a long workday when I leaned back, closed my left eye, and saw a translucent swirl drifting by in my right. At first, I thought it…
If you’ve ever dealt with bacterial vaginosis (BV), you know just how frustrating the whole experience can be—especially when it keeps coming back. I’ve been there myself, and let me tell you, the cycle of treatment and recurrence is enough to drive anyone up the wall. That’s why getting your *post-antibiotic routine* right isn’t just…
Let me tell you, setting even the tiniest goal used to feel like climbing a mountain blindfolded. When my anxiety was at its peak, I’d open my to-do list, see “take a shower” or “respond to email,” and instantly feel overwhelmed. Sound familiar? If you’re in that headspace right now, you’re not alone—and you’re not…
Back when I was dealing with recurring upper back tension from working long hours at my desk, I stumbled across two methods that completely flipped the script for me—Alexander Technique and Feldenkrais Method. At first, they seemed like variations of the same thing: both promise better posture, less pain, and more body awareness. But after…
If you’ve ever dealt with bacterial vaginosis (BV), you probably know just how annoying it can be. For me, it started in college—suddenly, things just didn’t feel right “down there”. After seeing my OB-GYN and doing way too much Googling, I realized BV wasn’t something you just treat once and forget about. It likes to…