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HEALTH SECRETARY ROBERT F. Kennedy Jr.’s previous go-to scapegoat for autism was vaccines. Now, it’s Tylenol and circumcision. Yes, really.
In a Cabinet meeting on October 9th, Kennedy—who is neither a medical doctor nor an autism researcher—reignited a controversial, long-debunked claim that boys who undergo circumcision are “twice as likely” to be later diagnosed with autism as those with intact penises. He went on to say it’s “likely because they were given Tylenol” after the procedure.
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Historically, growth hormone was best known for supporting childhood growth and development, as its primary job is to stimulate the growth plates in bones. But lately, thanks to fitness and longevity enthusiasts, growth hormone—also known as human growth hormone (HGH)—is just as often discussed for its impact on muscle repair and recovery.
As it turns out, “growth hormone continues to work its magic throughout adulthood, keeping your body functioning optimally,” explains functional medicine p...

Below is the real, full chat transcript of an exchange between a Men's Health reader seeking sex and dating advice—we'll call him "Gabriel”—and ChatGPT. We showed this back-and-forth to Justin Lehmiller, PhD, a social psychologist, and AASECT-certified sex therapist Rufus Spann, PhD, and asked them their thoughts on the quality and applicability of the advice.
GABRIEL: I'm a man in my 30s and I'm stuck sexually and romantically. I want to find a girlfriend and have (mutually-enjoyable) hot se...

Creatine is to the wellness world what Taylor Swift is to pop culture: everywhere, impossible to ignore, and endlessly discussed. And for very good reason.
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IF YOU FIND yourself craving extra cuddles, hankering for a random hookup, or nuzzling against your pooch's neck more than usual, you might be touch-starved.
Touch starvation—also called touch deprivation or skin hunger—refers to the very human longing for physical connection, says AASECT-certified sex therapist Rufus Spann, PhD, founder of Libido Health, an app engineered to bridge sexual health and overall wellness. If you haven’t heard this colloquialism before, you’re not alone. “The term...

Gabrielle Kassel (she/her) is a sex and wellness journalist who writes at the intersection of queerness, sexual health, and pleasure. In addition to Women’s Health, her work has appeared in publications such as Shape, Cosmopolitan, Well+Good, Health, Self, Men’s Health, Greatist, and more! In her free time, Gabrielle can be found coaching CrossFit, reviewing pleasure products, hiking with her border collie, or recording episodes of the podcast she co-hosts called
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“Train smarter, not harder” isn’t just a catchphrase, but a principle all guys should follow to keep their workouts from causing health issues—because, yes, that can happen.
“Having a regular exercise routine offers benefits that show up quickly and can last a lifetime,” says certified strength and conditioning coach Jake Harcoff, C.S.C.S., head coach and owner of AIM Athletic. In the short term, consistent training can support muscle growth and maintenance, boost energy, improve sleep, up-le...

Strength training may help you achieve your dream physique, but visible abs and striated quads are just the beginning. “The benefits of building muscle go way beyond aesthetics,” says physical therapist and strength coach Grayson Wickham, D.P.T., C.S.C.S., founder of digital movement platform Movement Vault. Muscle mass supports almost every system in the body, helping boost metabolism and balance blood sugar, keep you steady on your feet, and even support hormone health.
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Sea moss isn’t just the text on a Pantene color swatch or the slick coating on a tidepool rock—it’s also a trending superfood supplement with several health claims to its name.
A type of edible red algae, the potential health benefits of sea moss lie in its nutrient profile, according to holistic and functional registered dietitian Jenna Volpe, R.D.N., L.D., C.L.T., founder of Whole-istic Living. “Sea moss contains a wide array of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, amino acids, and more,” she ...

Given that white is considered the quintessential "bridal" color, it’s fair if you’ve got questions about what a "lavender marriage" entails. Because no, it doesn’t refer to weddings embracing the color of the season.
Rather, “a lavender marriage is a marriage that publicly and legally appears to be heterosexual—meaning, features two people of different genders—despite one or both partners being queer,” says certified sex therapist Casey Tanner, LCPC, CST. Sometimes referred to as a marriage ...

You’ve been getting stronger every week, when suddenly—bam—an injury, illness, or other curveball benches you. Without your daily sweat and dose of endorphins, it's natural to fear that your muscles are going to disappear faster than you can say “protein shake”. But the truth is that being sidelined is more common than you might think, and it's not the end of your strength story.
“Most women will have at least one point in their life when they have no choice but to be sedentary,” says strengt...

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If you’re among the 45 percent of midlife women with a sluggish sex drive, you’ve probably tried all of the things to get your groove back. Scheduling sex. Role play. Rewatching the steamiest scenes from TheHunting Wives. And there’s nothing quite as frustrating as wanting to want it…but not feeling a damn thing. Now there’s something new to try, ladies: a crop of pleasure products claiming ...

Bookshops might have a reputation as the classic meet-cute locale. But for fitness fans, the gym tops the list of real-life hotspots where sparks actually fly.
“Honestly, the gym is one of the most underrated places for gym-goers to flirt and meet someone,” according to relationship and confidence coach expert Sabrina Bendory. Any shared hobby makes for an easy entry point to connection.
The gym can be a particularly magical mutual interest because it signals aligned values—which is key to lo...