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  • Does Menopause Keep You Awake At Night?

    Does Menopause Keep You Awake At Night?

    Hormones affect your mood and sleep, especially as you age. In fact, about 61 percent of women who are past menopause (the one-year anniversary of your last period) and almost 80 percent of women who are in perimenopause (when your body starts to transition toward menopause) report sleep problems. Why? Because your ovaries are slowing down their production of the sleep-promoting hormone ...

  • Heart Disease In Women: Are You At Risk?

    Heart Disease In Women: Are You At Risk?

    Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of women, causing one in four female deaths each year. That’s approximately one woman every minute!While heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States, there are some key differences between genders.Heart attack symptoms for womenWhile some women have no symptoms, others experience angina (dull, ...

  • How Healthy Eating Prevents Disease

    How Healthy Eating Prevents Disease

    Healthy eating can help lower your risk of certain medical conditions such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and various types of cancers.Eat More Plant Foods. Plant foods such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds provide vitamins, minerals and other plant compounds that have cancer-protective effects. They also provide fiber, which protects against colorectal ...

  • Spare Your Feet This Winter! Keep Your Feet And Toes Warm And Toasty With These Tips

    Spare Your Feet This Winter! Keep Your Feet And Toes Warm And Toasty With These Tips

    Brrr... It’s cold outside! Sandals are out this season and boots and wool socks are all the rage. With the winter season in full swing, our feet tend to face some unique challenges when it comes to foot care. Here are some helpful tips to keep your feet and toes warm and comfortable this winter.1. Wool or any warm socks: Wool can absorb a high amount of moisture, even more than cotton, ...

  • Prevent Frostbite With These Tips

    Prevent Frostbite With These Tips

    With the arrival of winter, so, too, comes the risk of developing frostbite. Frostbite occurs when your body is exposed to extremely cold temperatures, causing the loss of feeling and color in affected areas. Frostbite can result in serious and sometimes permanent bodily injury. Severe cases of frostbite can lead to amputation of the affected area.Signs and symptoms of frostbite ...

  • Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders?

    Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders?

    Pelvic floor disorders are common problems facing women, and many do not seek medical help. These disorders can result from a variety of medical conditions as well as normal changes associated with childbirth and aging.Pelvic floor disorders may cause sexual dysfunction, vaginal pain or discomfort, fecal/urinary incontinence and abdominal discomfort. Many women experience significant ...

  • Prevent Frostbite With These Tips

    Prevent Frostbite With These Tips

    With the arrival of winter, so, too, comes the risk of developing frostbite. Frostbite occurs when your body is exposed to extremely cold temperatures, causing the loss of feeling and color in affected areas. Frostbite can result in serious and sometimes permanent bodily injury. Severe cases of frostbite can lead to amputation of the affected area.Signs and symptoms of frostbite ...

  • Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders?

    Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders?

    Pelvic floor disorders are common problems facing women, and many do not seek medical help. These disorders can result from a variety of medical conditions as well as normal changes associated with childbirth and aging.Pelvic floor disorders may cause sexual dysfunction, vaginal pain or discomfort, fecal/urinary incontinence and abdominal discomfort. Many women experience significant ...

  • Don’t Let Food Allergies Drive You Nuts! Manage Your Child’s Nut Allergies With These Tips

    Don’t Let Food Allergies Drive You Nuts! Manage Your Child’s Nut Allergies With These Tips

    According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated four to six percent of U.S. children and adolescents are affected by food allergies. A food allergy occurs when the body has a particular and reproducible immune response to certain foods. One of the most common food allergies among U.S. children is nuts.Allergic reactions to nuts range in a variety of ...

  • Suffering From Osteoarthritis? Here's How To Treat It

    Suffering From Osteoarthritis? Here's How To Treat It

    Osteoarthritis is a chronic degenerative joint disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a slow progressive destruction of cartilage and bone that can cause significant pain, stiffness and decreased function. It generally occurs in people over 50 years old and the risk increases with age. The knee, a weight-bearing joint, is the most commonly affected joint due to the ...

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