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Healthy diets

What are hypoallergenic products?

Explains the benefits of hypoallergenic products, their impact on teenagers with sensitive skin, and practical strategies for choosing safe and effective options for skincare, makeup, and more....

What's the difference between an allergy and an intolerance?

Healthy diets

What’s the difference between an allergy and an intolerance?

Explains the difference between allergies and intolerances, their impact on teenagers, and provides practical strategies for managing symptoms and staying safe in everyday life....

10 Tips to Help You Live With Allergies and Intolerances

Healthy diets

10 Tips to Help You Live With Allergies and Intolerances

Practical advice for teenagers managing allergies and intolerances, including tips on planning ahead, communicating needs, cooking safely, and building support networks for a healthier, more confident lifestyle....

Can you outgrow allergies?

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Can you outgrow allergies?

Explore whether allergies can fade over time, the impact on teenager life, and look at effective strategies for managing symptoms and improving quality of life....

How do I replace dairy and eggs in my diet?

Vegetarian & vegan

How do I replace dairy and eggs in my diet?

Explains how teenagers can replace dairy and eggs with plant-based alternatives, offering tips on substitutes, practical advice for cooking and baking, and encouragement to enjoy a balanced and satisfying vegan diet....

What can I do about oily hair?

Beauty Advice

What can I do about oily hair?

Explains causes and solutions for oily hair, offering practical tips such as washing less often, using dry shampoo, and avoiding heavy products to help teenagers manage their hair and boost confidence....

10 Tips to Help You Start Exercising

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10 Tips to Help You Start Exercising

Practical advice for teenagers to start exercising, including tips on setting realistic goals, finding enjoyable activities, and staying motivated while building a sustainable and rewarding fitness routine....

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Vegetarian & vegan

How do I handle social situations as a vegan?

A guide for teenagers in navigating social situations as vegans with practical tips, including communication, handling questions, and planning ahead, while fostering confidence, inclusivity, and respect for personal dietary choices....

What foods can't I eat as a vegan?

Vegetarian & vegan

What foods can’t I eat as a vegan?

Explains the foods vegans avoid, including hidden ingredients, with practical tips for identifying non-vegan items, exploring plant-based alternatives, and confidently navigating a compassionate and environmentally-friendly lifestyle....

What vegan alternatives taste the most like meat?

Vegetarian & vegan

What vegan alternatives taste the most like meat?

Highlights the best vegan alternatives that taste like meat, offering product recommendations, practical tips for cooking and seasoning, and advice for overcoming challenges to make plant-based eating more accessible and enjoyable....

Are there any myths about acne that aren't true?

Spots & Acne

Are there any myths about acne that aren’t true?

Practical advice for teenagers debunking acne myths, highlighting its real-life impact, and offering effective strategies for managing breakouts, building confidence, and seeking professional help when necessary....

How can I prevent wrinkles even though I'm young?

Beauty Advice

How can I prevent wrinkles even though I’m young?

Looks at ways teenagers can prevent wrinkles with sunscreen, hydration, and a healthy lifestyle while debunking common myths about skincare and offering practical strategies for maintaining youthful, healthy skin....

How do I read labels for non-vegan ingredients?

Vegetarian & vegan

How do I read labels for non-vegan ingredients?

Learn how to confidently read labels to identify non-vegan ingredients, offering practical tips like using apps, recognising common terms, and simplifying shopping for a stress-free vegan lifestyle....

10 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Tattoos but Were Too Afraid to Ask

Body & Fitness

10 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Tattoos but Were Too Afraid to Ask

A practical guide for teenagers about tattoos, covering their history, risks, and care, with tips for making thoughtful decisions and ensuring a safe, positive experience when getting inked....

What makeup is right for my age?

Beauty Advice

What makeup is right for my age?

Explores age-appropriate makeup for teenagers, highlighting lightweight products, natural looks, and confidence-building tips while emphasising skincare and avoiding common mistakes for healthy, polished, and suitable makeup routines....

Can boys care about beauty too?

Beauty Advice

Can boys care about beauty too?

Explores why boys can care about beauty, the impact on their confidence and individuality, and provides practical tips for skincare, style, and dealing with criticism in a supportive and empowering way....

How do I know if I'm lactose intolerant?

Healthy diets

How do I know if I’m lactose intolerant?

An article that explains lactose intolerance symptoms, diagnosis, and strategies for managing it effectively, helping teenagers navigate dietary adjustments while staying healthy and enjoying their favourite foods....

10 Tips to Help You Lose Weight Safely

Healthy diets

10 Tips to Help You Lose Weight Safely

Practical tips for teenagers to lose weight safely, focusing on balanced eating, regular exercise, hydration, and self-care while avoiding crash diets and fostering a positive mindset for sustainable and healthy habits....

How often should I wash my face?

Beauty Advice

How often should I wash my face?

Explains how often teenagers should wash their face and provides practical advice for different skin types, along with common mistakes to avoid and tips for maintaining clean, healthy skin....

What are some tasty vegan snacks?

Vegetarian & vegan

What are some tasty vegan snacks?

This article provides a variety of sweet, savoury, and packaged vegan snack ideas, with practical tips for preparation, sharing, and overcoming challenges, helping teenagers enjoy delicious and energising plant-based options throughout their day....

Top 10 Beauty Tips for Teenagers

Beauty Advice

Top 10 Beauty Tips for Teenagers

Provides top beauty tips for teenagers, including skincare, haircare, and healthy lifestyle habits, while addressing common challenges like acne and building confidence to promote a positive and manageable approach to beauty....

How can I tell if something has nuts in it?

Healthy diets

How can I tell if something has nuts in it?

How to identify foods containing nuts, the impact of nut allergies on teenagers, and strategies for staying safe while managing food allergies effectively....

How do I tell friends about my food allergies?

Healthy diets

How do I tell friends about my food allergies?

Explains how to discuss food allergies with friends, the impact on teenagers social lives, and practical tips for staying safe and building supportive relationships....

10 Tips to Help You Combat Spots and Acne

Spots & Acne

10 Tips to Help You Combat Spots and Acne

A guide for teenagers to manage acne, focusing on skincare routines, diet, stress management, and professional help, with practical tips to improve skin health and build confidence....

10 Tips to Help You Navigate Puberty as a Boy

Puberty

10 Tips to Help You Navigate Puberty as a Boy

Practical advice for teenage boys navigating puberty, including tips on hygiene, emotional health, nutrition, and building confidence, with strategies to embrace this natural stage of growing up with confidence and resilience....

Why do people choose to be vegan?

Vegetarian & vegan

Why do people choose to be vegan?

Explains why people choose veganism, including ethical, environmental, and health motivations, with tips for transitioning and overcoming challenges, empowering teenagers to embrace this impactful and compassionate lifestyle....

What if my family isn't supportive of my vegan diet?

Vegetarian & vegan

What if my family isn’t supportive of my vegan diet?

Explore how to handle unsupportive families regarding your vegan diet - strategies for communication, education, meal preparation, and finding alternative support to maintain confidence and commitment to your lifestyle....

10 Tips to Help You Get Better at Sports

Sports advice

10 Tips to Help You Get Better at Sports

Practical advice for teenagers to improve at sports through goal-setting, regular practice, feedback, mental resilience, and staying committed, enhancing both athletic performance and personal development....

Are tattoos safe?

Body & Fitness

Are tattoos safe?

Advice for teenagers on tattoo safety, covering risks, benefits, and tips for making informed decisions, including choosing a reputable studio, understanding aftercare, and considering long-term implications before committing....

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