Why does hot weather affect us like this? These adverse outcomes happen when our bodies can no longer cool themselves efficiently. According to Mayo Clinic, heat exhaustion occurs when it’s hot and you overexert yourself (such as engaging in strenuous exercise), get dehydrated, drink alcohol, or overdress.

Tell-tale signs of heat exhaustion include fatigue, significant sweating, cramps, thirst, headache, fainting, nausea, dizziness, a weak and rapid pulse, and low blood pressure when you stand. People suffering from heat exhaustion might also have cool, moist skin with goosebumps despite the heat.

If left untreated, heat exhaustion can lead to heatstroke, which happens when your core body temperature hits at least 104 F. So how do you stay safe in extreme heat, and what should you do if you do start experiencing symptoms of heat exhaustion? Keep reading for expert-approved tips on how to stay safe in extreme heat. 

Drink tons of water and avoid alcohol 

You may be tempted to grab a cold alcoholic beverage when the weather gets hot, but it’s actually not in your best interest to do so. Alcohol dehydrates your body and can affect your ability to regulate your temperature, which can lead to heat exhaustion, according to Mayo Clinic.

Instead, make sure you’re staying hydrated by drinking lots of water or sports drinks with electrolytes, which can also help if you’re experiencing cramps. In extreme heat, the CDC recommends drinking more water than usual, even if you’re not thirsty. Staying hydrated helps your body sweat, which regulates your core temperature and keeps your body from overheating.

Avoid strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest hours

If possible, take it easy and stay inside during the hottest parts of the day. If you can’t avoid being outside during these hours, make sure to stay in the shade as much as possible, drink lots of water, and wear sunscreen, a hat, and loose, lightweight clothing.

Don’t stress too much about needing to be outside, though. Dr. Phillip Kadaj, MD, a health expert for JustAnswer, says that for healthy people, short periods of time in excessive heat can be okay. He recommends seeking shade every 15 to 30 minutes. However, he notes that “people with chronic medical conditions or the elderly should never really spend more than a very short time in excessive heat.”

Keep cool indoors

This one is a bit of a no-brainer, but if you have air conditioning or fans, you want to blast that cool air and circulate it as much as possible to keep your temperature down. According to the CDC, AC is one of the best ways to protect yourself against heat-related illness and death. You should also close your windows, blinds, and curtain to keep out the sunlight and hot air, and avoid using your stove and oven as they will only make your house hotter.

If you’re really struggling to stay cool inside, the CDC also recommends taking a cool shower or bath to get your body temperature down.

Stay cool in public spaces

If you’re out and about in the midst of a heatwave or having trouble staying cool at your house, Dr. Kadaj says public buildings or restaurants are good options for keeping cool. Fast food chains are a good option. “Grab a good book and buy water and take a rest in a fast-food restaurant if it is really hot outside,” he says. “Or find a library and check out a book and rest and read for a while during hot parts of the day.“

If you’re driving around, make sure to use the AC as well. “Cars are often very warm in the heat so be sure to turn the vehicle on and get the AC going before you get in,” Dr. Kadaj says. Never leave anyone in a parked car during extreme heat, especially children or pets. 

And if you have to be outside, Dr. Kadaj recommends finding a shady area with a nice breeze if possible. “The shade and breeze will keep you cool.“

Learn how to monitor your own body heat 

​​Watch for signs of excessive sweating and any possible signs of heat exhaustion, both in yourself and in others. This might include nausea, dizziness, headaches, extreme thirst, rapid pulse or breathing, and a temperature of 104 F or over. If you’re experiencing symptoms of heat exhaustion or just feeling overheated, Mayo Clinic recommends resting in a cool place (an air-conditioned building if possible, a shady spot or area with a fan if not) and lie on your back with your legs raised slightly higher than your heart. Drink cool fluids like water or sports drinks and cool your skin by takin a cool shower or bath, or placing cool, wet towels on your skin. Loosen the clothes you’re wearing and remove any unnecessary clothing.

If you don’t start to feel better within an hour, seek medical attention.

How to know if you’re simply too hot or experiencing heat exhaustion

While Dr. Kadaj says it’s often difficult to tell the difference between heat exhaustion and simply being hot or overheated, but there are some simple clues you can use to help yourself or someone in need.  

“If you suspect someone might have heat exhaustion and is conscious and responsive, they should be immediately moved to the shade or a cool place if available,” he says. “If they are exhibiting symptoms like confusion, shortness of breath, difficulty walking while in the cool environment, this could be a sign of heat exhaustion.”

If they quickly return to normal, then they were just hot.  If not, then this could be a sign of heat exhaustion. Another clue, according to Dr. Kadaj, is subjective sense of temperature. “If someone starts to feel cold or have goose bumps even in extreme heat, this is a bad sign and indicates impending heat exhaustion and serious medical injury. If you aren’t sure, call 911 and get a professional immediately.”

Before you go, check out our favorite recovery essentials for chilling out your body after a tough workout (or just existing in the heat): 

While breast cancer mainly occurs in middle-aged and older women (the median age for diagnosis is 62), anyone at any age can develop breast cancer, including men. (Per the CDC, 1 out of every 100 breast cancer cases in the US is found in a man.) The numbers are scary, but getting an early diagnosis can lead to better outcomes and higher survival rates. That means things like self-exams, speaking to your doctor as soon as you feel something off, and generally raising awareness about breast cancer can literally save lives.

The following celebrities have taken on that duty. From Today show anchor Hoda Kotb to movie star Olivia Munn to the Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson, all of these celebs have faced breast cancer in their own lives and spoken about their experience to increase awareness and connect to millions of patients around the world who are fighting the same fight.

A version of this post was originally published in 2019.

According to the American Psychiatric Association, PTSD is a psychiatric disorder that may occur in people who witness or experience a traumatic event, from an accident or natural disaster, to sexual assault, to bullying or intimate partner violence. It affects an estimated 3 to 5 percent of American adults each year.

People who have PTSD may relive their trauma through harrowing flashbacks or experience disturbing thoughts or feelings about the event long after it has ended. This can cause them to have highly emotional reactions to ordinary things — for instance, a loud noise could trigger an argument or a full-blown anxiety attack. PTSD symptoms can disrupt a person’s ability to function normally, especially in situations that may trigger memories of their trauma.

Complex PTSD (CPTSD) is a related but distinct condition. Per Mayo Clinic, CPTSD stems from prolonged exposure to a traumatic situation, such as child abuse or domestic violence. Its symptoms — including anxiety, flashbacks or nightmares, heightened emotional reactions, issues in relationships, and trouble with identity or sense of self — are similarly disruptive.

Both PTSD and CPTSD are treated with psychotherapy protocols like trauma-focused CBT, exposure therapy, or eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). These tools can be transformative for people whose lives are clouded by traumas they experienced years or even decades ago.

So, yes, many veterans do develop PTSD, but they aren’t the only people impacted by this condition. Thanks to outspoken celebrity mental-health advocates like Lady Gaga and Travis Barker, more people are becoming aware of the nuances of PTSD and CPTSD.

Keep reading to learn more about nine celebrities who have spoken out about having PTSD or CPTSD.

While Lyme infections can be treated with antibiotics, the disease can be difficult to diagnose because it shares so many symptoms with other illnesses. If left untreated for too long, the infection can spread throughout the body, resulting in chronic health issues. This form of Lyme, called Post-Treatment Lyme Disease (PTLD), is believed to be the result of an autoimmune response to the initial infection. (It’s sometimes referred to as Chronic Lyme Disease, or CLD, although experts typically don’t use this term.) PTLD symptoms range in severity, from brain fog to full-body exhaustion, and while treatments are available, the illness itself is incurable.

Living with an invisible illness like PLTD can be lonely and terrifying, which is why many celebrities with Lyme disease have chosen to use their platforms to spread awareness about treatment and prevention. Keep reading to learn more about how Lyme has affected the lives of celebs like Bella Hadid, Shania Twain, and Justin Bieber, among others.

Shakira made an international name for herself through a combination of powerhouse vocals, undeniable charisma, and of course, iconic dance moves. But when it comes to beauty, it’s Shakira’s hair that takes center stage. The Grammy-award winning artist has rocked her thick, natural waves for decades, but it turns out that even Shakira has had her struggles finding products that worked with her unique strands, not against them. That’s why, last month, the “Hips Don’t Lie” singer introduced her first foray in to the beauty industry: a haircare line called Isima.

“I’ve had a love-hate relationship with my hair,” Shakira told WWD in June. “It’s been an adventure my entire life to try and search for the right product for my hair, a hair that has very complex needs.”

As someone who only recently started figuring out the complexities of her own hair, I can relate. Stick-straight until puberty, my hair took a long time to decide what it wanted to be — or maybe it was that I didn’t understand it until far too recently. While I never succumbed to the mid-2000s siren song of the flat iron (out of laziness more than concern for my hair health, let me assure you), the most I could ever do with my not-quite-straight, not-quite-curly hair was throw anti-frizz shampoo and conditioner at it and hope for the best.

As a result, my hair stayed stuck between straight and wavy for years, looking all too stringy and frizzy for my liking, until I started experimenting with curly-hair products a few years ago. Those products and an overhauled routine — featuring a diffuser and leave-in styling products — made a massive difference, but I’m always curious if they’re really the right products for me, or if they’re just better than what I was doing before. That’s why, when I heard about Isima, I was intrigued to try it out for my kind-of-wavy, kind-of-curly-haired self.

What Is Isima?

“Complexity” is a kind of keyword for Isima, which takes its name from the Spanish suffix denoting a superlative, like many or very. Isima’s eight products are designed to work across all hair types and embrace all the natural diversity and intricacy they have to offer, from straight to wavy to tight curls to color-processed strands.

All the products also feature Isima’s signature TriModal Method, which provides treatment and nourishment for the scalp, the inner cortex of the hair strand, and the cuticle or outer layer of the strand. The brand pairs this technology with Latin American ingredients, such as cupuaçu butter, aloe vera, and maca root extract — botanicals that, the brand notes, have been used in communities in this region for generations to nourish and enrich hair.

To test the products on my own wavy-curly hair, I chose a regimen used by the brand on a curly-haired model, using five different Isima products. I went in a bit skeptical, I’ll admit, because with these celebrity beauty brands… well, you just never know what you’re going to get. But at the end of my test run, I was amazed at the results.

Riquísima Hydrating Shampoo

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I started this process with hair that hadn’t been washed in five days, that had been up in ponytails, buns, and braids. The Riquísima Hydrating Shampoo served as a welcome, gentle cleanser for my exhausted strands, containing ingredients like aloe extract to soothe the scalp and ceramide to help increase hair resilience.

I worked the shampoo through from my roots and scalps down through my hair to the tips, as the brand instructed, and a few repetitions of that had my hair feeling clean but not stripped. The shampoo itself had a gel-like texture that went on smoothly and felt soothing on my roots and scalp.

Súperbomba Triple Repair Peptide Hair Mask

Súperbomba Triple Repair Peptide Hair Mask

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Isima considers the Súperbomba one of their standout products — a thick, creamy, once-a-week hair mask that uses the brand’s TriModal Method to deeply repair hair strands.

After rinsing out the hydrating shampoo, I worked the mask into my hair from root to tip, using it in place of a conditioner and leaving it in for 10 minutes. Usually, I finger-comb my conditioner through my strands to work out any tangles; with the hair mask, I wish I’d done the combing-out earlier, as it’s much thicker than a typical conditioner. That said, once I got all the knots worked out, I loved how the Súperbomba felt on my hair. The product feels like thick butter when you’re scooping it out, rich and whipped, and it left my hair incredibly smooth and hydrated as it absorbed into the strands.

All In Restorative Leave-In Conditioner

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After rinsing out the hair mask, I applied Isima’s leave-in conditioner, All In, which contains moisturizing ingredients like squalane and glycerin. To apply it, I split my hair into three sections (left, right, and front) and combed it through with a Denman brush before scrunching the hair to encourage some curl. This product wasn’t a massive standout to me, as it felt similar to other leave-in conditioners, but I did like how lightweight and soft it felt going on.

Curls Don’t Lie Curl Perfecting Cream

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Another one of Isima’s signature products, I was especially eager to try the Curls Don’t Lie Curl Perfecting Cream. I first have to give a shoutout to the packaging — the bottle doesn’t have a cap, but rather features a twisting lid that pops open a small hole to squeeze out the product, which felt like it led to less mess. The ingredients in this curl cream also stood out. In addition to the TriModal Method ingredients, it contains squalane and glycerin for moisture retention, plus linseed and chia extract for hold and definition — a combination of hydration and hold that reminded me of a leave-in conditioner combined with a curl gel. I glazed it over my hair with my palms, then scrunched.

You can either let your hair air dry with the curl cream or diffuse it. I did a mixture of both, first letting it air dry for about 20 minutes and then going in with my diffuser. I was interested to feel a very light cast forming as it dried — not enough to make the hair feel stiff or require any extra scrunching to break the cast, but just a gentle, soft hold with some frizz control.

Delicia Reparative Hair Oil

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One thing about my hair is that it doesn’t hold oil products very well. I’ve tried them before, and even a small amount makes my hair looks greasy, an effect that gets worse over the following days. So I was hesitant about Isima’s Delicia Reparative Oil, and was happily surprised to realize this product is different. Infused with hemisqualane derived from Brazilian sugarcane and Chilean rosehip seed oil for vitamins, antioxidants, and fatty acids, this oil is both super-concentrated and lightweight. I used two small pumps, glazing and then scrunching it into my hair, and found it didn’t leave it greasy at all. Instead, it really locked in the curls and gave my hair the extra definition I was looking for.

Final Thoughts: Does Isima Work?

Isima met my expectations and then some. The before-and-after photo really speaks for itself; after this full routine, my hair was bouncier with more defined curls, and it felt cleaner than usual too. These products also gave me more volume than I normally get with my usual regimen, which I loved — my hair tends to curl more towards the ends than the root, which means I’m usually pulling out all the stops to get volume near my scalp. Isima’s products gave me much more of that than I normally get. I also have to shout out the packaging, which was bright and fun and easy to use.

Isima’s products all have the same signature scent, which wasn’t totally to my liking. I generally prefer fruitier scents, and these products smelled pretty soapy when I applied them. On the bright side, it faded to a weaker scent once my hair dried and left it smelling just lightly clean.

I also noticed that this routine left my hair more wavy than curly, and there was slightly more frizz than I’m used to — which is sometimes the price you pay for more volume, so it wasn’t totally a bad thing. One thing I might add next time: a hairspray for extra hold. I like for my style to last a few days (to justify the hour-plus my wash routine usually takes!) and I noticed that my curls and definition started fading after about 24 hours post-Isima.

That said, when I went back to my old product line three days later, my hair acted differently — in a good way. It retained that extra volume, especially at the root, and felt less oily than usual. I think Súperbomba is responsible for the positive change, since I don’t usually use a hair mask (but definitely will be now). Either way, it’s a testament to Isima’s effect on not just my hair’s appearance, but also its overall health.

I might make a few tweaks or additions to this routine, but from beginning to end, my experience with Isima was impressive. So, shoutout to Shakira: this curly-wavy-straight haired girl is giving this complexity-embracing hair brand my stamp of approval.

Before you go, read about our favorite shampoos for thinning hair:

Griffin has the most common type of hemophilia, hemophilia A, which is a rare disorder that prevents blood from properly clotting due to a missing or defective protein called factor VIII. For people with hemophilia, sprains and bumps that would be minor injuries for most can result in long-term health issues and internal bleeding – which is what happened to Griffin.

“It turned out he’d been running around for five days with a bleed in his leg and I didn’t know,” Allison recalled.

Hemophilia affects everyone differently, just like many other medical conditions. For Griffin, his condition is severe and can cause life-threatening internal bleeding even in the absence of an inciting injury.

At the time, Griffin’s doctors recommended he start preventive intravenous (IV) therapy twice a week to help protect him from serious bleeds. For his family, who enjoyed traveling abroad, spending summers at the beach, and maintaining a busy lifestyle, activities became quite restricted as they adapted their lives around Griffin’s IV treatments.

For Allison, it was all-consuming. “You’re always ‘on’ when you have a child with a chronic illness and hemophilia, and the need for frequent treatment can add to that burden.”

For many years, Allison and Griffin continued their lives with treatment becoming part of their routine and cautiously exploring activities that interested Griffin while ensuring to keep him out of harm’s way. Soon after Griffin turned seven years old, his doctor told Allison about Hemlibra® (emicizumab-kxwh)*, a prescription medicine used to prevent or reduce the frequency of bleeding episodes in adults and children with hemophilia A. It is the first medicine for hemophilia A that can be subcutaneously injected, like a shot under the skin, similar to the way someone with diabetes injects insulin. Because Hemlibra has a unique four-week half-life (the length of time it takes for half the amount of a medicine to leave the body), the medicine sustains longer in the body between doses, enabling patients to self-administer once a week, every two weeks, or every four weeks, after an initial four-week loading dose.

*What is the most important information I should know about Hemlibra? Hemlibra increases the potential for your blood to clot. Discontinue prophylactic use of bypassing agents the day before starting Hemlibra prophylaxis. Carefully follow your healthcare provider’s instructions regarding when to use an on-demand bypassing agent, and the dose and schedule you should use. Hemlibra may cause serious side effects when used with aPCC (FEIBA®), including thrombotic microangiopathy (TMA) and blood clots (thrombotic events). If aPCC (FEIBA®) is needed, talk to your healthcare provider in case you feel you need more than 100 U/kg of aPCC (FEIBA®) total. See more safety information below.

For the past six years, Allison and Griffin have seen the benefits of this treatment option, providing flexibility and allowing him to continue to participate in activities he loves. Throughout their journey with hemophilia, Allison has consulted with his doctor to make sure he can safely participate in activities and ensure they are taking all the necessary precautions.

Nearly a decade after that initial kick, Griffin is back on the soccer field, with Allison on the sidelines with a cooler stocked with ice packs and his emergency bleed medicine just in case. He is also playing on a basketball team, participating in his school musical, and running around with his active group of friends. The administration of Hemlibra, which Griffin takes once every two weeks, has allowed his family to integrate treatment into their busy schedule. The family can now travel with less disruption – Griffin has even been overseas to visit relatives in England twice, and they will be back on the beach this summer.

“I like to say hemophilia is a part of Griffin’s life but it doesn’t control everything about him. We have a box with his medical supplies in his closet and it only comes out every two weeks,” Allison said.

*In the Phase III HAVEN 3 study in people aged 12 years and older without factor VIII inhibitors, the average number of treated bleeds per year (ABR, annualized bleed rate) for people receiving Hemlibra prophylaxis every week (N=36) or every two weeks (N=35) was 1.5 (95% CI: 0.9, 2.5) and 1.3 (95% CI: 0.8, 2.3), respectively, compared to 38.2 (95% CI: 22.9, 63.8) for people receiving no prophylaxis (N=18). The median time on Hemlibra for people in HAVEN 3 study was 30 weeks (once every week), 31 weeks (once every 2 weeks), and 24 weeks (no prophylaxis). In the Phase III HAVEN 4 study, the ABR for people aged 12 years or older with hemophilia A with or without factor VIII inhibitors receiving Hemlibra prophylaxis every four weeks (N=41) was 2.4 (95% CI: 1.4, 4.3). The median time on Hemlibra for people in HAVEN 4 study was 26 weeks.

As a parent, Allison said her goal was to make sure Griffin did not feel defined by his medical condition. She enjoys watching him from the sidelines and feels proud seeing him pursue his interests.

The family is still cautious, but Allison notes, “there is very little that Griffin thinks he can’t do.” As a mom, Allison had to get creative with how to help Griffin be a kid – to play and explore the world, while balancing precaution, medical appointments and treatment. “I don’t want him to feel like he has to live in a bubble, but his safety is always on my mind.”

Countless mothers have walked a similar path, facing the challenges of caring for a child with hemophilia A and showing extraordinary strength and resilience along the way. Their heartfelt stories come to life in this beautiful new short film.

Every person’s hemophilia A journey is different, and Griffin’s physical practices may not be appropriate for everyone.

Important Safety Information

What is HEMLIBRA?

HEMLIBRA is a prescription medicine used for routine prophylaxis to prevent or reduce the frequency of bleeding episodes in adults and children, ages newborn and older, with hemophilia A with or without factor VIII inhibitors.

What is the most important information to know about Hemlibra?

Hemlibra increases the potential for blood to clot. People who use activated prothrombin complex concentrate (aPCC; Feiba®) to treat breakthrough bleeds while taking Hemlibra may be at risk of serious side effects related to blood clots.

These serious side effects include: 

•Thrombotic microangiopathy (TMA), a condition involving blood clots and injury to small blood  vessels that may cause harm to your kidneys, brain, and other organs 

•Blood clots (thrombotic events), which may form in blood vessels in your arm, leg, lung, or head  

Patients should talk to their doctor about the signs and symptoms of these serious side effects, which can include:

If patients experience any of these symptoms during or after treatment with Hemlibra, they should get medical help right away.

Patients should carefully follow their healthcare provider’s instructions regarding when to use an on demand bypassing agent or factor VIII, and the dose and schedule to use for breakthrough bleed treatment. If aPCC (Feiba®) is needed, patients should talk to their healthcare provider in case they feel they need more than 100 U/kg of aPCC (Feiba®) total.

Patients’ bodies may make antibodies against Hemlibra, which may stop Hemlibra from working properly. Patients should contact their healthcare provider immediately if they notice that Hemlibra has stopped working for them (e.g., an increase in bleeds).

The most common side effects of Hemlibra include: injection site reactions (redness, tenderness, warmth, or itching at the site of injection), headache, and joint pain. These are not all of the possible side effects of Hemlibra. Patients can speak with their healthcare provider for more information.

What else should patients know about Hemlibra?

Patients should see the detailed “Instructions for Use” that comes with Hemlibra for information on how to prepare and inject a dose of Hemlibra, and how to properly throw away (dispose of) used needles and syringes.

Hemlibra may interfere with laboratory tests that measure how well your blood is clotting and create an inaccurate result. Speak with your healthcare provider about how this may affect your care. 

Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Medication Guide. Only use Hemlibra for the condition it was prescribed. Do not give Hemlibra to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have. It may harm them.

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, or herbal supplements. Keep a list of them to show your healthcare provider and pharmacist.

Before using Hemlibra, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, are breastfeeding, or plan to breastfeed.

Since Hemlibra was tested in males, there is no information on whether Hemlibra may impact your unborn baby or breast milk. Females who are able to become pregnant should use birth control during treatment.

Please see Important Safety Information, including Serious Side Effects, as well as the Hemlibra full Prescribing Information and Medication Guide.

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ADHD is getting a lot of attention these days.

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neuro-developmental disorder that affects both children and adults. Historically, ADHD (previously referred to as attention-deficit disorder, or ADD) was primarily associated with childhood and especially boys, but over the years, research has shed light on the persistence of symptoms into adulthood. 

While the manifestations of ADHD may vary, it often involves challenges in maintaining attention, impulsive behavior, and hyperactivity. Adults with ADHD might find themselves starting new tasks before finishing a previous one or misplacing things constantly. They could also enter task paralysis and be very still, which is quite the opposite of what many associate with ADHD. What living with ADHD is really like can be hard to understand for those who haven’t experienced it.

People with ADHD may struggle with maintaining attention during conversations or while engaging in activities that require sustained mental effort. They may find it challenging to complete projects or meet deadlines due to difficulties with planning and organizing. Adults with ADHD may also experience impulsivity, leading to impulsive decision-making, interrupting others, or difficulty waiting their turn, per the Mayo Clinic.

As with any condition, those who think they might have ADHD, should talk to their doctor about a screening and potential treatment plans. There are a lot of communities, organizations, and celebrities working hard to destigmatize ADHD, and these celebrities with ADHD are helping to shine a light on what life with this disorder is like.

A version of this post was originally published in 2023.

According to Mayo Clinic, eating disorders are health conditions that affect physical and mental health, and can include issues around eating behaviors and “how you think about food, eating, weight, and shape.” The most common eating disorders are anorexia, which can involve severely limiting calories or cutting out certain kinds of foods; bulimia, which involves eating food in a short period of time, then “purging” afterwards; and binge-eating disorder, which involves eating food (sometimes in large amounts) in a short period of time.

A common misconception says that it’s mostly young women who suffer from eating disorders, but research has found that’s simply not the case. According to a 2014 study cited by the National Eating Disorders Association, 25 percent of people with anorexia are men, and men are at higher risk of dying of the condition — in part because they’re often diagnosed later, as many people assume men “don’t get” eating disorders. Eating disorders are also prevalent among high school and collegiate athletes.

According to the NEDA, eating disorders arise “from a variety of physical, emotional, and social issues,” and preventing them and lowering their prevalence worldwide means addressing all of those issues. That said, initiating conversations about eating disorders — who they affect, why they occur, and their harmful effects — is one step in the right direction. Ahead, these celebrities are doing just that by speaking out about their own experiences with eating disorders to help end the stigma.

If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, call 1 (888)-375-7767 to reach the help line run by the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders or visit the National Eating Disorders Association website for more information.

Has there ever been a better time to be an athleisure fan? There are trendy activewear brands popping up seemingly every day, and you can hardly scroll through Instagram without running into ads for the sleekest and chicest new leggings and sports bras. The best part? Most sportswear brands now create styles that look just as good while you’re out and about as they do in the gym, so you can wear them from barre class straight to the bar.

Best Best Activewear Brands at a Glance

Best Overall: Lululemon
Best Size Inclusive Options: Girlfriend Collective
Best for Teens: Alala
Best for Stylish Activewear: Splits 59
Best for Bras: Set
Best Athleisure Dresses: Aerie
Best for Maternity: Beyond Yoga
Most Affordable: All in Motion
Best for Leggings: P.E. Nation
Best Luxury Activewear Brand: Varley 

Traditional brands like Nike and Adidas are still leaders in the activewear space, but there’s also a plethora of fashion-meets-function brands looking to fulfill your stylish sportswear needs. The huge amount of choices is a blessing and a curse: we have more options than ever when it comes to workout wear, but sifting through all the brands to find your new personal fave can get a little overwhelming. Which fitness brands offer the best blend of style, performance, and value?

To help steer you in the right direction, we’ve put together a guide to 13 must-know activewear lines — some brand new, others with more than a decade in the biz but whose clothes you may not have in your collection yet. Whether you’re loving those perfectly matching workout sets or just looking for some new leggings and sports bras to pair with your old t-shirts, these brands will get you looking good and feeling good during your next sweat session. (Or grocery run, or work meeting, or girls’ night… We’re all about versatility over here.)

Originally posted on StyleCaster. A version of this article was originally published in November 2016.

Our mission at SheKnows is to empower and inspire women, and we only feature products we think you’ll love as much as we do. Lululemon is a SheKnows sponsor, however, all products in this article were independently selected by our editors. Please note that if you purchase something by clicking on a link within this story, we may receive a small commission of the sale.

Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, is “a developmental disability caused by differences in the brain,” according to the CDC. There are a wide variety of signs and symptoms, including communication or interaction challenges, restricted or repetitive behaviors, or delays in language, movement, or learning skills. While many people with ASD are diagnosed as children, adults can also be diagnosed (as you’ll see with the celebs ahead).

Because autism exists on a spectrum, people with ASD present symptoms in a wide variety of ways. And with more and more people being diagnosed, awareness and acceptance of ASD is more important than ever, which is why we love that these celebrities are speaking out about their experiences and bucking the lingering stigma that still exists around autism. From pop star Sia to environmental activist Greta Thunberg, keep reading for the stories of celebrities who are sharing their autism experiences.