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Period blood clots: When they are normal and when to be concerned Ashley Laderer,Lauren DemosthenesDec 23, 2020, 21:49 IST Small, occasional clotting during a period is normal.Ashley Armitage / Refinery29 for Getty Images Period blood clots the size of raisins are normal and common during a heavy flow. But clotting may be a cause for concern if the clots are larger than a quarter or accompanied by heavy bleeding that forces you to change your pad or tampon more than once an hour. Abnormal clotting can be a sign of fibroids, endometriosis, adenomyosis, or a miscarriage. People who menstruate h...

The difference between whiteheads and blackheads, and how to effectively get rid of both, according to dermatologists The difference between whiteheads and blackheads, and how to effectively get rid of both, according to dermatologists Sarah Fielding,Debra JalimanDec 23, 2020, 02:01 IST You should never pop blackheads or whiteheads.LaylaBird/Getty images The main difference between blackheads is blackheads form in an open pore which gives them their black coloring. Both whiteheads and blackheads can be treated by washing your face regularly, exfoliating weekly, and using a topical retinoid....

What normal discharge looks like and when to be concerned about brown, yellow, or white discharge What normal discharge looks like and when to be concerned about brown, yellow, or white discharge Madeline Kennedy,Irena CabreraDec 23, 2020, 22:32 IST Discharge is an important part of your vaginal health - it carries out old cells and helps prevent infections.Tetra Images/Getty Images Normal discharge is typically clear or white with no strong smell and a sticky, slippery texture. If you are having pain while you pee, yellow discharge can be a sign of certain sexually transmitted infections (ST...

Why losing visceral fat is so important for your health - here's how to do it and what to expect INSIDER 12/23/2020 insider@insider.com (Ashley Laderer,Katie Walsh,Melissa Rifkin) © Ariel Skelley/ Getty Images The best way to lose visceral fat is through sustainable lifestyle changes involving diet and exercise. Ariel Skelley/ Getty Images Visceral fat, also known as belly fat, is a type of fat stored deep inside the body that surrounds vital abdominal organs like the liver, stomach, and small intestines. Excessive visceral fat can increase the risk of heart disease, canc...

How to measure your body fat percentage - and what's considered healthy INSIDER 12/22/2020 insider@insider.com (Elena Bruess,Mir Ali) © martin-dm/Getty Imafes Skinfold calipers are the easiest and cheapest way to measure body fat percentage. martin-dm/Getty Imafes A healthy body fat percentage will vary depending on the person which is why it's important to talk about any health concerns with your doctor.  A healthy body fat percentage for women is between 14% and 31% and 10% to 25% for men.  Body fat percentage can be measured with skinfold calipers, DXA scan, or bioel...