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FITNESS: Wellness

Bust cramps, stress and acne with these wonder products

We’re always looking for the next best beauty and health products. Sure, the brand spankin’ new products on the market may seem like they can solve all the your problems and then some. But what about trying some techniques that...
FITNESS: Your Bod

20 biggest body Qs in GL’s history

Got a super awkward bod sitch too embarrassed to tell Mom or Dad? Um, been there. That’s why for the past 20 years, GL has been solving your most blush-inducing Qs. We thumbed through our old issues and picked our...

FITNESS: Your Bod

How do I insert a tampon?

I can’t insert a tampon without it hurting. Is something wrong? How do I get it right? Tampons can be tricky at first, but they shouldn’t be uncomfortable or painful at all, insists Dr. Charles Wibbelsman, author of The Teenage Body...
Really, dude? My BF is freaked out by my period

My boyfriend is freaked out by the fact I have my period. He found out because I bled through my pants, and now he is uncomfortable around me. How can I get things back to normal? Bill: Though periods are a...

FITNESS: Your Bod

I'm ready for tampons. How do I tell Mom?

I want to start using tampons but I don’t know how to tell my mom when we’re at the store. Can you tell me what to say? For some reason, it can be really awkward to talk to moms about...
FITNESS: Your Bod

Whats pH got to do with it?

I keep hearing about my pH balance. What is it, and why is it important? The pH scale measures the relative acidity of a certain substance. Maintaining a standard pH allows organisms to function properly in a certain environment. A...

FITNESS: Your Bod

Can people tell I'm on my period?

I smell funky when I'm on my period. Can people tell? OK, OK, menstrual blood has a certain distinct smell. You could catch the occasional funky whiff when changing pads but, trust us, it’s certainly not noticeable to others. As...
FITNESS: Your Bod

The 1-2-3 of period protection

Getting your first period can be a tad nerve-wracking. It doesn't help that it can get a li'l awk talking to your mom about certain things! But there are def a few deets you should know, and that’s what we’re...

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