Latest news with #puberty
Daily Mail
18-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mail
Women everywhere are making the switch to leakproof period underwear - now up to 50% OFF undies, activewear and even swimsuits!
Daily Mail journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission - learn more One word: period. It's no secret that girls start getting their periods in their pre-teen/teen years, and with it comes extreme awkwardness — but not anymore. Knix is an intimates brand that is changing the narrative around periods with its innovative Leakproof Underwear. We can finally say bye-bye to monthly anxiety and hello to leak-free days that keep us comfortable, calm, and under control! Kt. by Knix Calling all teens! We know talking about and dealing with periods can be extremely uncomfortable, which is why Kt. by Knix is here to save the day. Explore leak-friendly underwear, activewear, and more right now for up to 50 percent off during their MASSIVE summer sale that runs through July 14th. Up to 50% OFF Shop Kt. by Knix, is the cool younger sister brand of Knix that is bringing the innovation to where it all begins — puberty. The up-and-coming brand is revolutionizing the way young girls identify with their bodies by offering stylish, leakproof solutions to periods. With school, friends, sports, (and boys!) in the mix, there is a lot on teens' minds — but bleeding through shouldn't be one of them. That's why Kt. by Knix is changing the game with undies, activewear, and even swimsuits that put periods in their place for good. Right now, the brand is offering huge summer savings with up to 50 percent off nearly everything, including their famous leakproof panties. UNDIES ACTIVE Leakproof Active Legging Whether you are headed to gym class or soccer practice, you should always feel confidently protected. These best-selling leggings some in so many colors and are insanely soft! But the best part is they have period coverage so that those 'uh-oh' moments can be a thing of the past for good. $54.40 (was $68) Shop Leakproof Active Short Leakproof shorts? For under $30? Say less! That's right, these best-sellers are officially on sale right now for an incredible price. Available in many sizes and colors, these skin-hugging sport shorts are where comfort, athleticism, and peace of mind meet. $26.60 (was $38) Shop First Serve Sport Dress If your teen is all about dressing trendy, trust us, this is for her. This adorable tennis dress style leakproof design, is perfect for summer with built-in underwear and sweat-absorbent fabric. While wearing this (in one of the three colors) we know your teen is going to feel cool, confident, and at ease! $61.60 (was $88) Shop SWIM Period Swim Sport One-Piece Splish, splash! This is the #1 best-selling suit on the Kt. by Knix site and we can see why. With incredible prints and colors, this basic suit provides flexibility and comfort. The full coverage style gives support both for leakproof protection and growing curves too. This option is great for summer camp, sleepovers, lake days, and more! $61.60 (was $88) Shop Period Swim Short We know teens typically want to be 'on trend' and many times that means bikinis! Luckily, Kt. by Knix has the perfect ones. These cute swim shorts come in multiple prints and colors with various matching bikini tops available too. This is the perfect coverage option for teens looking to enjoy pool days without stressing about leaks. $44 (was $55) Shop Period Swim Freestyle One-Piece There is enough to worry about as a teenager, but bleeding shouldn't have to be one of them. This super chic full-piece suit comes with coverage that can have her back the way she needs 24/7. It comes in a few different colors and the white framing makes it feel mature! (Which she'll love). $70.40 (was $88) Shop
Daily Mail
16-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Artificial sweetener found in Diet Coke and chewing gum could trigger puberty early, study suggests
Children who consume a diet packed with sweeteners may be at higher risk of reaching puberty earlier, concerning research suggests. Commonly-used sweeteners including aspartame, found in drinks like Diet Coke and products like Extra chewing gum and Muller Light yoghurts as sugar alternatives, have long been linked to certain cancers and heart issues. But now, Taiwanese experts have found that high levels of the additives could also trigger central precocious puberty—where the first signs of puberty emerge far earlier than normal, typically before the age of eight in girls and nine in boys. Higher consumption of 'added sugars', meaning those above the natural content of a food or drink item, was also linked with an earlier puberty. Experts said the study—one of the first of its kind—showed how sweeteners had a 'surprising and powerful impact' on children's development. Previous studies have warned that starting puberty at a very young age may increase the risk of other health conditions including depression, diabetes and even cancers. Dr Yang-Ching Chen, study co-author and an expert in nutrition and health sciences at Taipei Medical University, said: 'This study is one of the first to connect modern dietary habits—specifically sweetener intake—with both genetic factors and early puberty development in a large, real-world cohort. 'It also highlights gender differences in how sweeteners affect boys and girls, adding an important layer to our understanding of individualised health risks.' In the study, the scientists assessed 1,407 Taiwanese teens, who undertook diet questionnaires and urine tests, and discovered 481 had undergone early puberty. They found the artificial sweetener sucralose showed a stronger link with early puberty in boys, while aspartame, glycyrrhizin and regular added sugars showed a stronger link in girls. Experts also found the risk was most pronounced in those who already had a genetic predisposition towards an earlier puberty. The study was presented at ENDO 2025, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in San Francisco, and has yet to be published in full. But common limitations of diet studies include the fact eating habits are often self-reported. Sucralose is made from normal sucrose table sugar but is chemically altered so the body doesn't process it as a carbohydrate, meaning that it contains no calories. It is the main ingredient in the Canderel sweetener. Glycyrrhizin, on the other hand, comes from liquorice roots and is a natural sweetener. Previous research from the same team found that some sweeteners can affect the release of puberty-related hormones. They said the chemicals were having this effect by influencing the function of cells in the brain or by altering the make-up of bacteria in the gut. Concerns about the impact artificial sweeteners, which are added a plethora of products to make them TAST sweet with fewer calories, could be having health, including its cardiovascular impact, have circulated for years. But critics highlight such studies are only observational, meaning they are unable to prove artificial sweeteners are the culprit and cannot rule out other external factors being to blame. Fears have also been raised about links between artificial sweeteners and cancer. These worries were heightened in 2023 after the World Health Organisation controversially classified the artificial sweetener aspartame, found in drinks like Diet Coke, as 'possibly carcinogenic to humans'. However, the UN agency ruled it only posed a risk to those who consumed massive amounts and that an 11 stone (70kg) adult could safely drink about 14 cans a day. A growing body of research also suggests that girls who go through puberty at earlier ages could be at risk for health issues later in life. One 2023 US study found that girls who started their period before the age of 13 were at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes and suffering strokes in adulthood than their peers who began menstruating later. Another, published in the Lancet, found that girls who started their periods at early ages were at an increased risk of breast cancer. Experts have put the surge in girls starting puberty younger down to the ongoing obesity crisis, with fat cells containing hormonal properties triggering puberty at a younger age.
Daily Mail
10-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mail
Teen-tested and totally leakproof! Score up to 50% off period undies, swimwear and more
Daily Mail journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission - learn more One word: period. It's no secret that girls start getting their periods in their pre-teen/teen years, and with it comes extreme awkwardness — but not anymore. Knix is an intimates brand that is changing the narrative around periods with its innovative Leakproof Underwear. We can finally say bye-bye to monthly anxiety and hello to leak-free days that keep us comfortable, calm, and under control! Kt. by Knix, is the cool younger sister brand of Knix that is bringing the innovation to where it all begins — puberty. The up-and-coming brand is revolutionizing the way young girls identify with their bodies by offering stylish, leakproof solutions to periods. Kt. by Knix Calling all teens! We know talking about and dealing with periods can be extremely uncomfortable, which is why Kt. by Knix is here to save the day. Explore leak-friendly underwear, activewear, and more right now for up to 50 percent off during their MASSIVE summer sale that runs through July 14th. Up to 50% OFF Shop With school, friends, sports, (and boys!) in the mix, there is a lot on teens' minds — but bleeding through shouldn't be one of them. That's why Kt. by Knix is changing the game with undies, activewear, and even swimsuits that put periods in their place for GOOD. Right now, the brand is offering huge summer savings with up to 50 percent off nearly everything, including their famous leakproof panties. UNDIES Light Leakproof No-Show Underwear Boyshort 3-Pack Bye-bye bleeding — hello freedom! Go to school, practice, and beyond stress free this year with undies that just GET it. This 3-pack of Kt. by Knix's famous leakproof designed underwear are perfect for tackling anything your day has in store. $36 (was $66) Shop Super Leakproof® Sleepover Short Looking for something a little more 'full coverage'? These adorable short leakproof style panties are to DIE for. Equal parts fun and practical with comfort first fabric and a heavy absorbency (perfect for sleepovers). $36 (was $45) Shop ACTIVE Leakproof Active Legging Whether you are headed to gym class or soccer practice, you should always feel confidently protected. These best-selling leggings some in so many colors and are insanely soft! But the best part is they have period coverage so that those 'uh-oh' moments can be a thing of the past for good. $54.40 (was $68) Shop Leakproof Active Short Leakproof shorts? For under $30? Say less! That's right, these best-sellers are officially on sale right now for an incredible price. Available in many sizes and colors, these skin-hugging sport shorts are where comfort, athleticism, and peace of mind meet. $26.60 (was $38) Shop First Serve Sport Dress If your teen is all about dressing trendy, trust us, this is for her. This adorable tennis dress style leakproof design, is perfect for summer with built-in underwear and sweat-absorbent fabric. While wearing this (in one of the three colors) we know your teen is going to feel cool, confident, and at ease! $61.60 (was $88) Shop SWIM Period Swim Sport One-Piece Splish, splash! This is the #1 best-selling suit on the Kt. by Knix site and we can see why. With incredible prints and colors, this basic suit provides flexibility and comfort. The full coverage style gives support both for leakproof protection and growing curves too. This option is great for summer camp, sleepovers, lake days, and more! $61.60 (was $88) Shop Period Swim Short We know teens typically want to be 'on trend' and many times that means bikinis! Luckily, Kt. by Knix has the perfect ones. These cute swim shorts come in multiple prints and colors with various matching bikini tops available too. This is the perfect coverage option for teens looking to enjoy pool days without stressing about leaks. $44 (was $55) Shop Period Swim Freestyle One-Piece There is enough to worry about as a teenager, but bleeding shouldn't have to be one of them. This super chic full-piece suit comes with coverage that can have her back the way she needs 24/7. It comes in a few different colors and the white framing makes it feel mature! (Which she'll love). $70.40 (was $88) Shop
National Post
07-07-2025
- Health
- National Post
Mia Hughes: Alberta judge relies on myth that gender drugs are lifesaving
Article content And just like that, the medical justification for subjecting healthy adolescents to these interventions has vanished. There is no life-threatening emergency — only experimental drugs being offered to confused youth still exploring their identities and trying to find their place in the world. Article content With Skrmetti, the ACLU learned a hard lesson — one Egale may soon face: in court, activist rhetoric doesn't cut it. Evidence matters. You can't win by shouting slogans or crying 'transphobia' when pressed. You can't call a treatment 'evidence-based' unless there is actually evidence to support it. Of course, Canada's judicial system differs significantly from that of the United States. Charter rulings tend to allow more room for ideological interpretation — and a Canadian court is not bound to follow the same evidentiary reasoning as the U.S Supreme Court. But the Skrmetti ruling is sure to have boosted the confidence of Smith and her legal team as they plan to take this fight to the higher courts. Article content Article content Like the ACLU's challenge to Tennessee's ban, the Egale-led Charter challenge rests on a strange and radical argument. It asks the court to treat the natural developmental stage of puberty as 'harm,' and the denial of experimental drugs as a violation of Charter rights. Most striking is the Section 12 claim: that restricting access to blockers and hormones amounts to 'cruel and unusual treatment' — a clause intended for criminal punishment, not medical regulation. Framing a protective measure as state-inflicted cruelty makes a mockery of the Charter's purpose. Article content But more fundamentally, the challenge to Alberta's ban ignores a core ethical principle in paediatric care: a 'child's right to an open future.' Adolescents are still developing — physically, cognitively, and emotionally. To offer them potentially irreversible medical interventions based on transient identities is not an act of compassion; it's a form of foreclosure. True protection means safeguarding all the possible versions of the self that a young person has yet to discover — and shielding them from life-altering decisions they are not yet equipped to make. Article content Article content In essence, the Egale-led Charter challenge isn't about protecting rights; it's about defending an indefensible medical experiment — one that treats unproven drugs as safe, evidence-based care and the natural course of puberty as a danger. When Alberta moves forward defending its law, the Court of Appeal will face a choice: follow the science-led shift seen across Europe — or give legal cover to a collapsing ideology. Justice Kuntz failed to see past the activist script. The real test now is whether Canada's upper courts will have not only the clarity to recognize it — but also the courage to reject it. Article content
Washington Post
04-06-2025
- General
- Washington Post
My 11-year-old daughter doesn't wash her hair or brush her teeth effectively
Dear Meghan: Our 11-year-old daughter is not motivated by personal hygiene. She will shower when reminded to, but she does not wash her hair effectively (I still have to wash it for her sometimes to make sure it gets clean). She is in puberty and is starting to get pimples on her face, but she will not wash her face at night unless I basically walk her into the bathroom and do it with her. When she brushes her teeth in the morning, she still has morning breath afterward, so clearly is not doing an effective job. I am at a loss. We have worked with her and, frankly, nagged her for years, and I'm just tired of it. Is this developmentally appropriate? We do not believe she is neurodivergent, and she's a great kid — smart, social and involved in a lot of activities. I don't understand this refusal to do the basics of effective personal hygiene. The approach we've been taking is clearly not working, so I would love some advice. Thank you! — Nagging Not Working Nagging Not Working: Personal hygiene is a sticky issue in these in-between years. Your daughter is no longer a young girl, but she's not quite a teen yet. Hormones, changes in her body and social pressures all take center stage at this age, and three things come to mind when I read this letter. First, parents need to understand the development stage of their child. Second, I am not sure that neurodivergence is off the table. And third, you need to find a new style of communication with her, stat. Developmentally, your daughter is experiencing puberty in her body, but her mind may still be immature. In her book, 'The Crucial Years,' psychologist Sheryl Gonzalez Ziegler says: 'Children in the earlier years of middle school aren't equipped for puberty. Their bodies may be maturing faster, but their brains are not. … This means that kids under the age of twelve aren't ready to understand or process many of the feelings and situations their changing bodies might lead to.' Essentially I am wondering, despite the nagging and helping, does your daughter actually understand what is happening in her body? She needs guidance and support, beginning with flipping through a book (choose one that matches your family's values) with her, detailing what puberty is and isn't. This isn't a moment of shame, 'See, this is why you have more zits and your hair is oily!' Rather, it's a moment to say: 'Hey, everyone goes through this, and here are some ideas for how to take care of your body. Let's figure it out so it works for you.' I know that there is much talk about the autism spectrum these days, but it is worth mentioning that girls go un- and underdiagnosed, often well into adulthood, because of how well they mask (which is the term used for coping to look 'neurotypical' in social settings and even with family). It isn't that people with autism don't 'care' about hygiene, it's that their sensory system is sometimes overwhelmed, clouding how well a task has been completed or even completed at all. Some people hate the feeling of sudsy hair, or the toothpaste is too minty. And some people simply get stuck in their own minds and don't attend to needs right in front of them — which is maddening until you understand that this is not a willpower issue. Finally, I don't know whether your standards of cleanliness are, in fact, appropriate for your daughter. Check with your pediatrician to see whether your expectations are in line with typical hygiene behavior in an 11-year-old. If your expectations are reasonable, use the Ross Greene Collaborative and Proactive Solutions problem-solving method to find solutions that work for both parties (there are books, a website and trained facilitators). Hygiene is important, but your daughter's voice must be centered here, and the Greene model allows for both parent and child to voice their point of view. When the parent is controlling a child's body as much as you are, this problem-solving model may feel slow and frustrating at first, but there's a bigger goal: We want our children to find reliance on and independence with their own bodies. You may have a vision of cleaner hair and fresh breath (understandably), but let's instead focus on helping your daughter grow skills to care for her own body. There are numerous resources available in the Greene approach, and don't be afraid to hire someone trained in the framework to help you. In the meantime, immediately find and praise what your daughter is doing well. She may feel quite ashamed by your fussing over her body, so establish a deeper connection by creating situations where your daughter shines (especially when it comes to self-care). Whether it is her outfit or hair style, find what is working and truly see her, while ignoring the bad breath and skin (for now). Get the support you need, start with her doctor and stay loving. Good luck.
