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Tina Donvito

Tina Donvito is a writer, editor, and blogger who writes about health and wellness, travel, lifestyle, parenting, and culture. Her work has been published online in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Cosmopolitan, Good Housekeeping, and Parents, among others. Chosen by Riverhead Books and author Elizabeth Gilbert, her writing appears in the anthology Eat Pray Love Made Me Do It: Life Journeys Inspired by the Bestselling Memoir. Tina was previously editor-in-chief of TWIST magazine, a celebrity news title for teen girls with an emphasis on health, body image, beauty, and fashion.
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10 Clear Signs You Could Have Overactive Bladder

Do you always need to know where the toilets are, just in case? This and other symptoms may mean you have a medical condition called overactive bladder.

9 Medical Causes of a Slow Metabolism

What's really causing that weight gain and sluggish feeling? These hidden factors may surprise you.
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12 Incredible Benefits of Lemon Water You Never Knew

Celebrities and naturopaths won't start their day without guzzling a glass of lemon water. Here's...

8 Nutrients You May Be Missing If You’re Vegetarian or Vegan

There are many good reasons to go meat-free, but you could run low in some...

Finally, Scientists May Have Found the Cure For PCOS

An exciting new study may finally have an answer for polycystic ovary syndrome, a condition...

15 Signs Your Weight Gain Means Your Health Is in Trouble

Weight gain doesn't just limit your wardrobe and dash your self-esteem—it can be a symptom...
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9 Things That Happen to Your Body If You Stop Having Sex

A bout of celibacy won’t have lasting effects on your overall health, but you still...

12 Most Filling Fruits and Vegetables, According to Nutritionists

You know fresh produce is healthy, but who wants to be hungry an hour after...

13 Common Words and Phrases That May Signal Depression

We all say these phrases from time to time, but if you notice yourself or...

12 Ways to Help Someone with Depression, According to Psychologists

It can be tough to know what to do or say, so use these ideas...

12 Medical Reasons Why You Keep Getting Diarrhea

Having the runs is no fun, but when diarrhea sticks around, it could be a...

11 Silent Signs of Preeclampsia Every Woman Should Know

Learning to recognize the subtle warning signs of this serious pregnancy complication could save your...
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10 Things You Should Never Do Before a Doctor Appointment—and 4 Things You Should

Whether you're going in for checkups or common tests, here's how to get the most...
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11 Silent Signs of Sepsis You Need to Know

Sepsis, or "blood poisoning," is deadly—but it's also tough to diagnose. Learning to recognize the...

15 Stroke Symptoms in Women We’re Likely to Ignore

Did you know that signs of a stroke can be different in women than men?...

15 Gut Health Research Breakthroughs That Could Change Everything

New research on your microbiome—the bacteria living in your gut—is changing how experts think about...
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16 Signs Your Face Is Aging Faster Than You Are

Do you look older than the age on your driver's license? The telltale signs may...
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13 “Healthy” Food Habits You Should Ditch Right Now

New research and diet trends are changing all the time—including what foods are good for...

37 Ways to Cut Your Cancer Risk, According to Science

Cancer is the number two killer in America, second only to heart disease. What can...

11 Bad Health Habits That Doctors Need You to Stop Doing ASAP

You might think these things aren't a big deal, but they can take a toll...

15 Everyday Habits That Are Secretly Ruining Your Health

You might not realize how bad these seemingly innocent behaviors are for you.
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15 Things That Happen to Your Body When You Cut Back on Salt

Reducing sodium in your diet can improve your health—but it may also have some effects...

15 Everyday Habits That Are Wrecking Your Skin

Sure, you wash your face... most of the time. And yet somehow you're battling adult...

10 Reasons Apple Cider Vinegar Weight Loss Works

This isn't like some ad in the back of a magazine that makes promises it...

23 Groundbreaking Cancer Discoveries That Could Save Your Life

Cancer killed more than 600,000 people last year, but thanks to exciting scientific discoveries, we'll...