5 Dangerous Mistakes You Make With Over-the-Counter Painkillers

More than 9 out of every 10 Americans use over-the-counter meds to manage pain, a new survey from the U.S. Pain Foundation found.

If you take them correctly, OTC painkillers are generally safe and effective, says Charles Vega, M.D., a clinical professor of health sciences at the University of California at Irvine.

But too many people don’t take the pills seriously—and skip the fine print on the bottle as a result, says Charles Vega, M.D., a clinical professor of health sciences at the University of California at Irvine.

3 New Workouts That Burn Fat Fast

You’ve long heard that abs are made in the kitchen. And while that adage is true, what you do in the gym counts, too.

“Exercise is way underrated when it comes to fat loss,” says BJ Gaddour, Men’s Health Fitness Director, C.S.C.S.

The key is to incorporate a variety of types of training, from cardio to strength training to metabolic conditioning, Gaddour says.

On the all-new episode of the Men’s Health Podcast, Gaddour reveals the latest, most effective fat-loss routines. And for a full 21-day fitness program created by Gaddour, try METASHRED from Men’s Health. One guy lost 25 pounds in just 6 weeks!

The 6 Biggest Mistakes Couples Make In Bed

You probably didn’t need a study to tell you this, but research confirms that sex is one of the most crucial ingredients to making long-term relationships thrive.

Early on, feeling sexy and passionate isn’t hard—but things can get trickier as the years go on.

Hoping to bust out of a dry spell or prevent the fire from fading? Don’t make these common mistakes.

5 Fights Every Happy Couple Should Have

Whether you’re in the throes of newlywed bliss or you’re creeping toward your 20th wedding anniversary, one thing is for sure: You and your wife are bound to have a few heated fights along the way.

But flare-ups aren’t necessarily a bad thing. “Some arguing is necessary in a relationship,” says NYC-based marriage and family therapist Jane Greer, Ph.D.

“If you never make it clear that you disagree with one another, then the anger and resentment go underground and come out in retaliatory behaviors, which can weaken your relationship,” she says.

Power Up Your Routine

Whether you’re a weekend warrior, professional athlete, or somewhere in between, it’s key to remember that a healthy lifestyle is more than simply crushing your workout routine — fueling your body properly throughout the day is just as important. In a perfect world, we’d have all the time in the world to prepare healthy meals and snacks from scratch, but with schedules jam-packed like never before, that’s often a pipe dream. And while most health-conscious folks know their way around menus to select the most nutritious options, it’s all-too-easy to succumb to sugary or carb-rich snacks. So the next time you’re heading to the gym or about to embark on a busy day, grab a snack that’s high in protein while low in carbs and sugar, eliminating the dreaded sugar spike and crash. Our Men’s Health and Women’s Health Action Heroes know this is easier said than done. They’re here to help with some advice on how they fuel and re-fuel throughout their busy, active days with the new Atkins Lift line of protein bars and drinks.

Treat Her to a "Nipple Orgasm"

Nipple orgasms are much more common than you might think, Lou Paget writes in The Big O.

Dr. Herbert Otto describes the breast orgasm as happening at the peak of stimulation when the sensation seems to radiate from the breasts. He claims that it is the second most common form of orgasm among women, which seems especially true of women from our grandmothers' and mothers' generations, who were less likely than modern women to go "all the way." In Dr. Otto's study group of 213 women, 29 percent of the women had experienced a breast orgasm at one time or another.

How to Fix Your Stiff Neck In 60 Seconds

A knot in any muscle is a nuisance, but it’s especially frustrating when the offender is lodged in your neck or upper back.

And while getting a massage can work out the kink, chances are you don’t have time on your way to work to let the professionals get their hands on it.

Relax: You can actually knead away the cramp yourself in one minute, courtesy of Allyn Kakuk, D.P.T., a wellness physical therapist at the Mayo Clinic. Here’s how.

How to Get Rid Of Eczema

Dry skin is a standard skin issue—but what happens when your go-to moisturizer just isn’t cutting it?

If your dry skin looks red or patchy, or feels dry or itchy, it could be more than just dry skin. You may have a condition called eczema.

What Is Eczema?
Eczema—also known as dermatitis—is an itchy skin condition that usually shows up where your skin folds, like your elbows and knees, says Emma Guttman-Yassky, M.D., Ph.D., professor of dermatology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.