Browse Category: Women's Health
Published: January 15, 2009
Did you know there are almost 600,000 hysterectomies done in the United States every single year? At least one-third of those surgeries are performed because of fibroids. If you suffer from fibroids there’s good news . . . you may have other options. Before you resort to painful and irreversible surgery, explore the alternative treatments outlined in this article.
Published: January 13, 2009
One in four women suffers from some type of bladder weakness, according to a study in the Journal of the American Medical Association, and many of those women may not know that having a strong pelvic floor (the muscles located on the underside of the pelvis) is an integral part of preventing bladder weakness and improving bladder control at any age, and also improves posture and tummy tone. Women can greatly improve tone and control over their pelvic floor muscles with simple, gentle exercises they can do anywhere.
Published: January 08, 2009
Men and women have different nutritional needs, and if you’re a woman who wants to ensure that your diet is well-rounded, you may want to consider taking supplements. Here’s a list of the vitamins and minerals that women should take on a daily basis.
Published: December 08, 2008
If you’re in the midst of that transitional part of every woman’s life called menopause, than you’re no stranger to the hot flashes that accompany it. And it’s likely that you are constantly searching for some sort of relief. Well, there’s good news. There are many different natural methods you can try before you give in to prescription medications which can cause you to have more symptoms and other side effects. One option making a big splash these days in menopause relief is soy.
Published: October 30, 2008
Yeast infections are uncomfortable and can even be unbearable, at times. Even more frustrating is when you finally get the nerve to go to the doctor to get a prescription and that medication doesn’t work! Believe it or not, natural cures can be more effective!
Published: October 09, 2008
Are you the type of woman who is guilty of putting everyone else’s needs before your own? Whether you’re a mother, a wife, a house-wife or a career woman, the answer to that question is likely yes! But, it’s important to remember that a healthy and happy woman is better able to take care of others and set a good example. Get yourself on the path to betterment with these seven tips.
Published: October 02, 2008
Have you had, or do you know someone who has had a hysterectomy? It wouldn’t be surprising! Some studies show that a hysterectomy is the second most common operation for women in the United States, only surpassed by cesarean sections. So, what exactly is a hysterectomy and what warrants a woman having one? Are there alternatives to the procedure? And what are the risks? Keep reading for answers to all of those questions and more!
Published: September 29, 2008
If you’re a woman – whether in your teens or 40s -- you’ve probably thought about the concept of birth control. And if you’re like me, those thoughts might seem confusing and overwhelming, especially these days. There are more options for birth control than ever before—making it even more challenging to find the perfect option for you. When weighing the pros and cons, ask yourself these five important questions.
Published: September 25, 2008
Are you looking for a solution to help improve your “bedroom activity”? If you’re a man, you might have an easier time doing so, especially with all the choices – both prescription and natural – out in the market. But, if you’re a woman you may have fewer options. It seems almost everyone has heard of Viagra as an answer to men’s sexual dysfunction, but could women benefit from this drug as well? Let’s take a closer look at women’s use of Viagra.
Published: September 15, 2008
If you’re a woman, trips to the doctor for that annual exam need to go beyond check of weight and cholesterol screenings as you age. The longer you live, the more susceptible you are to diseases and conditions that could have been prevented—or treated to improve the quality of life—if only common health screenings had be done. So, which tests do you need, and when? Let’s take a look at the top six must-have health tests for women . . .
