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The Mad Men Diet
The fifth season of this popular show is finally back, but their health habits are still less than ideal. Cocktails for lunch, smoking 24/7, never exercising – the list goes on and on. Luckily times have changed! Via Prevention

Strip Down
No one likes to show off their less-than-perfect bod in the gym locker room. One doctor is finding that the self-consciousness can be enough to stop you from hitting the gym in the first place. Sure, it can be awkward, but what is it about a gym locker room that makes us run for the stalls? Via MSNBC

Mind-Blowing Workout
You’ve heard rumors about the mysterious “coregasm” and now scientists are saying it’s true! Exercise-induced orgasm can be trigged by any exercises that involve core muscles. Since both exercise and sex increase your heart rate, blood flow and breathing, it makes sense. Via ABC Take a peek at our very own Coregasm workout, too.

Skinny Ban
The Israeli Parliament is taking a giant leap forward to promote healthy body image. They recently banned models from the media who are so thin they look unhealthy or who have a BMI below 18.5. Lawmakers hope this will give women a more realistic image of beauty. Via Booster Shots

Popcorn, Please
If you loaded up on popcorn at The Hunger Games premiere, don’t feel so bad. Although movie theater popcorn isn’t exactly your friend, new research found that popcorn has more healthy antioxidants called polyphenols than fruits and veggies. It’s also the only snack that’s completely unprocessed whole grain. So pop away! Via Fox News

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