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WOMEN’S HEALTH ISSUE
this one's for the ladies...
A BETTER RESPONSE TO COVID-19 Women account for only 40% of COVID-related deaths around the world. According to Women’s Health Research at Yale, there’s a biological explanation. In a study led by Professor of Molecular Cellular and Developmental Biology Akiko Iwasaki, men and women exhibited different immune responses in the early stages of the disease. Men had higher rates of cytokines, which cause inflammation at the site of an infection. However, women showed a stronger activation of T-cells, white blood cells that can target and destroy viruses.
A NATURAL GLOW—WITHOUT STREAKS, SMELLS, OR ORANGE TONES
Get that sun-kissed look all winter. Self Tanning Drops from Isle of Paradise combine a color-corrective approach with tanning-know-how to bring you your best glow ever—whether that’s for the beach or brunch. Simply add the drops to your moisturizer. All drops combine organic tanning actives with avocado, chia seed, and coconut oils for a happy, hydrated glow. $29, Sephora.com
OUR FAVORITE PODCASTS FOR WOMEN’S WELLNESS Caught Off Guard: No topic is off limits! From relationships to money to success—Patricia Bright delivers juicy takeaways and tons of practical advice. Not Perfect Podcast with Poppy Jamie: From anxiety to happiness to heartbreak to every emotion in between, this show dives into the science along with the soul and the spiritual to find out tricks, tools, and wisdom to better a life. Call Your Girlfriend: Aminatou and Ann talk about everything from menstrual cycles and body shaming to workplace drama. It highlights successful women who have smart, interesting things to say—but they’re there for the non-famous
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DON’T SWEAT YOUR HOT FLASHES When your body temperature seems out of control, the Embr Wave Bracelet lets you
women who are just trying to get through the week.
warm up or cool down at the touch of a button.
Fempower Health: Interviews with experts investigate important, often
temperature-sensitive area of your wrist to
misunderstood or even unknown, areas of women’s health.
instantly bring relief. $299, Embrlabs.com
It creates hot or cold sensations on the
