Low-carbing is a weight loss plan and lifestyle for millions of people around the world. According to a new study, your diet may affect your level of sleepiness. Some of the participants in the study ate a diet high in carbohydrates while others consumed more fat. Those who ate high-fat foods felt sleepy after consuming [...]
Nail polishes that claim to be non-toxic and free of hazardous chemicals may contain the toxic trio of formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate, and toluene. They have been shown to cause fertility problems, birth defects, and cancer. A new study found that products which claimed to be safe to use were more likely to contain these substances [...]
Many women suffer from menstrual cramps and are looking for useful and effective remedy for this problem. Here are three stretches that will relieve your cramps and will make you feel better. 1. The Butterfly Stretch This stretch is useful when the pain is coming from the thighs. It can also reduce the pain caused [...]
Estrogen is a natural occurring hormone which has important functions. It helps for the maintenance of reproductive health, as well for healthy skin, hair and bones. However, in some cases there are very high levels of estrogen and this condition is known as “estrogen dominance”. Excessive estrogen levels are responsible for menstrual problems and PMS [...]
The number of women diagnosed with breast cancer is growing every day. However, women should know that breast cancer can be treated successfully, especially if it is diagnosed on an early stage. Regular exams are necessary, and women are recommended to check their breasts by themselves. Here are some breast cancer symptoms you should be [...]
In its early stages, breast cancer usually has no symptoms. As a tumor develops, you may note the following signs: A lump in the breast or underarm that persists after your menstrual cycle; often the first apparent symptom of breast cancer, breast lumps are painless, although some may cause a prickly sensation. Lumps are usually [...]
Food is not only essential for the normal function of our body systems. It provides us with energy to live and to perform our everyday activities. In addition, food can be very beneficial for treatment of various conditions and symptoms. Menopause is one natural condition that can be soothed with food. Certain types of food [...]
Women strive to preserve their beauty as longer as possible and to remain attractive for the opposite sex. Breasts are an inseparable part of female attraction and sex appeal, so most of the efforts of women are directed exactly at this body part. Recent research shows that most of the women regard their breasts as [...]
Finding the right contraceptive Fallen out of love with your birth control? Maybe you’re put off by side effects. Or remembering to pop a pill isn’t your strong suit. Problem is, going without isn’t a good choice, even as you get older: Nearly 40% of pregnancies among women in their 40s, for instance, are unplanned. [...]
Candida is a yeast infection which in some people grows out of control. It is believed to be a contributing factor to chronic fatigue syndrome, immune weakness, allergies, general systemic degeneration and many other problems. The usual approach to this problem is a combination of using anti-yeast agents and an extremely strict diet. People who [...]
