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Ovarian cysts are like the pimples of the reproductive system. These fluid or tissue-filled sacs are pretty common, but usually don’t warrant a full-on freakout. “The vast majority of ovarian cysts are benign, follicular cysts that come and go with your cycle and need no further management,” says Dr Taraneh Shirazian, a gynaecologist at NYU Langone Health, specialising in minimally invasive gynaecologic surgery. “But about 20% of women experience cysts that don’t go away on their own, and could require surgery” either because they have a chance of becoming cancerous or their symptoms just suck that bad. Read more:   The  signs of ovarian cancer every woman should know about After all, many ovarian cyst symptoms do overlap with those of other gynaecological issues like  uterine fibroids  and even PMS (think: bloating and pelvic pain). “Your cycles come and go, so pain should go away, right?” says Dr Shirazian. “If it doesn’t, go in and have an ultrasound at the v...

We've done the legwork for you and here they are: the 45 best health tips. Make that 46 - taking the time to read this tops the list. 1. Copy your kitty:  Learn to do stretching exercises when you wake up. It boosts circulation and  digestion , and eases  back pain . 2. Don’t skip breakfast.  Studies show that eating a proper breakfast is one of the most positive things you can do if you are trying to lose weight. Breakfast skippers tend to gain weight. A balanced breakfast includes fresh fruit or fruit juice,  a high-fibre breakfast cereal , low-fat milk or yoghurt, wholewheat toast, and a boiled egg. 3. Brush up on hygiene.  Many people don't know how to  brush their teeth   properly. Improper brushing can cause as much damage to the teeth and gums as not brushing at all. Lots of people don’t brush for long enough, don’t floss and don’t see a dentist regularly. Hold your toothbrush in the same way that would hold a pencil, and brush fo...