Stress and Womenby Lynn Dorman, Ph.D. 3/20/2010 If you are a woman, you are most likely not getting enough sleep or enough exercise and this leads to stress. And stress leads adverse health effects. Why less sleep and exercise for women? Because, in spite of any changes in our cultures, women still have the most responsibilities - especially working mothers. And when pinched for time, women forgo sleep and exercise. I know because I do this too - for me it’s the exercise. If I get busy, I don’t go to the gym - knowing full well that any intention of "working out" at home is really an excuse to entirely skip the exercise. From a 2007 National Sleep Foundation Study we learned: "... that when pressed for time, one half of women responded that sleep (52 percent) and exercise (48 percent) were the first things sacrificed. But when women were tired or ran out of time, 39 percent also reduced the time they spent with friends and family, 37 percent stopped eating healthily and 33 percent stopped having sex with their partner." I am the master of excuses when it comes to pushing weights; but ask me to play squash and I find the time. The moral for me is to make working out a social event - but then I am not a stay at home mother and I am self-employed. For those who are on a more fixed schedule, try to find the time to exercise with a friend or with your child or your spouse/partner. The other factors mentioned ... |
Medical Misunderstanding of Womenby M Patelle 3/20/2010 Pap smears are a test suggested for women to undergo yearly beginning in the late teen years. We have all experienced them and none of us enjoy the experience. All the medical literature seems to think that we feel nothing at all during this procedure. Every woman I have spoken with suggests otherwise, and female gynecologists are an asset because they can understand the experience from a perspective other than just medical practitioner. Male practitioners are only able to understand what they have read or learned in medical school, which seems inaccurate if you ask me. Braxton Hicks contractions are one of the "joys" of pregnancy. Again, the literature available makes the experience of the average woman look out of the ordinary. I have read everything from these contractions being painless to only slight discomfort to "probably not felt at all." Now, I agree that these contractions are not excruciating, but feel strongly that telling women that they won’t feel them is unkind. Setting women up to expect no sensation ... |
Improve Women’s Healthby Kelly Halley 3/20/2010 There are many ways for a woman to improve her well being. These ways are guaranteed to have great effects not only on her physical well being but most of all to her emotional and psychological development. As we all know women are more conscious than men when it comes to health issues so this article will be very easy for them to follow and comply. Here are some effective ways to help improve women’s health. - Diet and nutrition When it comes to diet and nutrition, women have different caloric needs compare to men. Women need less calories and fats than men. What a woman needs on her daily diet are more vitamins, minerals and iron. Iron is very vital as woman has monthly period and sometimes can lost excessive blood that may lead to anemia. Women need more fruits and vegetables and less carbonated drinks even coffee and alcohol should be limited. - Medical attention Women are prone to have diseases than men. Even a simple reproductive infection may lead to more serious complications ... |
7 Easy Ways to Boost Your Circulationby Helen Kaye 3/20/2010 As Mum’s and grandmothers, wives, daughters, sisters, employees, carers and god knows whatever else we are called on to be at any given time, we certainly have our work cut out for us don’t we? So with that said, small, special little treats done regularly will hopefully redress the balance until such time as we are in a better position to tackle the big stuff!! 1) Get Moving! Sitting down all day can lead to poor circulation because blood pools at the bottom of your body, causing fluid to gather there. When you walk, blood is pumped back towards your heart by your veins and any swelling in your ankles is reduced. You need to do about 20 minutes to half an hour of continuous exercise such as simply walking, every day to make a difference. 2) Reach a Happy Weight Being overweight can slow down your blood flow, so if you’re carrying some extra pounds and getting symptoms of a sluggish circulation, it’s even more important ... |
Ten Signs and Symptoms You Might Have Yeast Infectionby Joseph Egbebike 7/30/2009 First, there are five general signs or symptoms, which will almost always come together no matter which kind of candidiasis a person may be afflicted with. 1. For genitals and the digestive system, there is a white or whitish mucous discharge. In the mouth, there are white or whitish patches. Both the discharge and the patches have the consistency and smell of bread or a light cheese, though the smell can also be associated with beer. 2. The affected body part itches severely. Yeast infections will actually grow in locations where scratching would be next to impossible, such as the mouth or the vagina. Human skin affected by yeast infection will have red rashes, which may be more pronounced in skin patches with hair growing on them. 3. Sensitivity to certain chemicals stimuli is heightened. Triggers include antibiotic formulas, sugar, refined carbohydrates (also known as most processed food), and of course, yeast. 4. On one hand, the body part feels like it burns, or is sore to the touch. This may not necessarily cause blisters or include itchiness. On the other hand, the body part can feel tingly or numb. This lack of sensation does not mean that the part is safe from yeast infection. 5. Mental and physical coordination are also affected. Sufferers have problems with their balance. They cannot focus on tasks, and become lazy through no fault of their own. Mood swings and heightened negative emotions are other indicators. Some symptoms are specific to the body parts affected by candidiasis, five of which ... |
Treating Yeast Infections by Eating Yogurtby Robert Tailor 7/30/2009 If the something is wrong with the body, there is usually something provided by nature to re-balance the system and persuade the body to heal itself. Sometimes it might take some time until natural remedies "bite", but very often you can see results fairly quickly. If you have a yeast infection, you can find many natural cures to take care of the problem. One of these natural cures for yeast infections is certain type of food or actually removing certain types of food from your diet. One of those foods to avoid in this case is yoghurt. One of the main ingredients of any dairy product is lactose. Lactose is another name for milk-sugar. It does not matter how you like to call a sugar. It remains sugar and that is the main food for your yeast bacteria. You should leave all sugars alone for a few days. And if you have to have milk in your tea or coffee, you might want to try soy milk. Make sure you use the one without added sugar. If you can stick to a little to these rules, you will be rewarded with the disappearance of your yeast infection. Imagine: No more itching, no for fishy smell down there. It might be worth a try, don’t you think? The reason why you got the yeast infection in the first place is because you system was out of whack. Something has thrown it off balance. Maybe you took too many antibiotics or other drugs. Maybe you just ... |
How Effective Are Breast Enhancement Pills to You?by Molly Davidson 7/30/2009 After thousands of studies and many years of research, natural breast enhancement pills have been invented and are just what women have always dreamed of - a safe, natural method that has no side effects. Natural breast enlargement products, (pills, creams and lotions) are manufactured from natural herbs and ingredients and as such, having side effects is just not possible. Lastly, experts in the health and beauty industry advice that in order to increase the effectiveness of these pills, users should stick to their routine program and strictly adhere to the rules and regulations as stipulated by the manufacturer. For instance, if you are supposed to take two pills in the morning and two at night, you should do exactly that. It would be pointless to assume that you can take the four pills together at whatever time you wish in the course of the day. To enlarge breasts and attain the size that society perceives as ideal and sexy, some women have been forced to undergo risky procedures and treatments, leaving them susceptible to harmful and life threatening consequences. However, there is good news for women who still want to achieve the "society-ideal and sexy ... |
Symptoms of UTI, Diagnosis and Treatmentsby Stephen Kerche 7/30/2009 Urinary Tract Infections are usually diagnosed based on symptoms, physical examination, and laboratory examination of the urine. Symptoms of UTI usually begin suddenly and may include one or more of the following signs: * The urge to urinate frequently but usually passing only small amounts of urine * A pain and or burning when urinating * Discomfort or pressure in the lower abdomen * The abdomen can feel bloated. * Cramping in the pelvic area or back. * The urine often has a strong smell, looks cloudy, or contains blood * Occasionally, fever and chills develops. A clean-catch urine sample, in which urine is collected in midstream to prevent contamination with organisms present at the opening of the urethra, is necessary for laboratory analysis. Analysis may involve simple detection for the presence of bacteria, or it may involve culture and identification of the specific organism that is causing infection. Over-the-counter dipstick tests performed at home are useful for women who experience recurrent UTIs. These tests are based on the detection of nitrates such as those of ammonia in the urine. The goals of treatment for UTIs are to relieve symptoms, eliminate the infection, prevent recurrence, and prevent unlikely but serious complications such as kidney damage and sepsis. UTI is usually treated with sulfonamides or other antibiotics, such as amoxicillin, ciprofloxacin, ampicillin, or nitrofurantoin. In addition, an analgesic (pain-relieving) agent such as ... |
Analyzing The Costs Of The Services Of Infertility Specialistsby Matty Mathias 4/2/2008 A significant number of couples each and every year encounter difficulties in conceiving a child. Perhaps you are part of this group. The fact is that there are options available to you, including consulting infertility specialists. If you have reached the point at which you are interested in engaging the services of infertility specialists, you likely have questions about how expensive these services are at this point in time. This article is prepared and presented to you to provide you with some basic information about what you can expect when it comes to the costs and fees associated with the services of infertility specialists. When it comes to analyzing the costs associated with infertility specialists, the first factor that you need to understand is that different procedures do come with different price tags. The underlying reason why you are not able to conceive will dictate what types of procedures or treatments will be most appropriate to your circumstances. In the end, this will drive what you have to spend when it comes a particular course of action to take in regard to your goal of conceiving a baby. In regard to the costs of services provided by infertility specialists, you need to closely examine what your insurance will or will not cover. You need to understand up front that there are many treatments and procedures associated with infertility that may not be covered by a typical or traditional insurance policy. Therefore, you will want to examine your insurance coverage closely before you ... |
Finding Fertility Clinicsby Matty Mathias 4/2/2008 Have you made the decision to have a child? Have you found yourself having difficulties conceiving a child? If that is the case, you may want to check out what options are available to you when it comes to seeking and finding fertility clinics today. Through this article, you are provided with the guidance that you will need in order to identify those fertility clinics that will be of the greatest use and service to you today. When you are looking to find fertility clinics to assist you with your needs, the first factor that you will want to keep in mind is the reputation of a particular clinic or practice. Obviously, when you are dealing with a subject as important and as sensitive as your reproductive needs, you want to make sure that you connect with a bona fide and reputable clinic. Unfortunately, as with so many other areas in today’s world, there are some less than reputable operators who have injected themselves in the field of reproductive health. Therefore, you need to be cautious about the fertility clinics that you consider engaging for your own reproductive needs. In addition, you will want to make certain that you connect with a clinic that has an experienced staff. Experience is particularly important when it comes to dealing with issues relating to human fertility. Therefore, you will be best served by making sure that you are on board with a clinic that maintains a most experienced staff. In your analysis of different fertility clinics ... |
4 Ways to Treat a Yeast Infection Naturallyby April Kerr 1/17/2008 Here is a fact you may not already know: 75% of women at some point in their lives will have suffered a yeast infection. About half of these women will have it on a reoccurring basis. More than likely you will either have experienced a yeast infect first hand or know some-one who has. Understanding a Yeast Infection Like other vaginal infections you will experience burning, redness, swelling and itching. The yeast infection is caused by a fungus known as Candida albicans. It can occur naturally on the skin and other parts of the body. When the balance in the vagina changes the natural yeast begins to grow. Despite being referred to as an infection it is actually just an over-growth of something that is usually there. Luckily yeast is not dangerous. How to Treat a Yeast Infection If you are or have been a sufferer you will know that it is very uncomfortable. The itching may become so painful that walking is difficult. You will find a number of over-the-counter treatments available. Some deal with the infection whilst others deal with the itching. Although these treatments do what they say they do, wouldn’t it be nice if there was a more natural alternative? First it needs to be understood that the infection has occurred because the balance of the vagina has become out of whack. Restoring the balance simply requires the reintroduction of "good" bacteria. 1. Natural Yogurt - Yogurt contains a lot of good bacteria which is one of the reasons yogurt ... |
Why You Need To Cure Your Intestinal Yeast Infection As Soon As Possibleby Clare Richardson 1/17/2008 Nearly all internal yeast infection sufferers aren’t aware of the fact that they should treat their intestinal fungal infection as quickly as possible. It’s not like a vaginal yeast infection where you can suffer a few symptoms for a few days, and then make the decision to cure yourself in a week or so with an OTC anti fungal treatment. An intestinal fungal infection will get more severe the longer it’s left, and will finally infect your bloodstream. How your intestinal Candida infection starts Your fungal infection will begin when you start suffering from some mild symptoms such as bloating, gas and indigestion The next thing is you will begin treating the symptoms not realizing that these symptoms are caused by a fungal infection in your intestines. Even your health practitioner won’t tell you that you are suffering from a bacterial imbalance in your intestines. Your next step backwards is to be prescribed antacids, or you might just buy them from your local drug store. When you start swallowing these to try and treat your acid indigestion many things start to happen. Why your stomach acid is important First the acid you’re neutralizing with your attempted treatment is produced by your stomach to digest your food properly. Taking the antacids means the food you have eaten then makes its way into your intestines undigested. The undigested food then festers, and turns into food for fungus and parasites as you won’t be digesting it any more, they will. While you’re giving your food to the parasites and fungus ... |
Candida And Yeastby Michael Winicki 1/17/2008 What do you know about Candida and yeast and how it affects your body? It’s important to know that Candida is a type of yeast that occurs naturally in the body in small amounts. Sometimes when conditions cause an overproduction of this yeast in the body, people can become ill or have unwanted side effects. Because these side effects are similar to those of other conditions, the true cause is often mistaken. You may have heard people say that a woman who eats a daily dose of yogurt can prevent a yeast infection. This is because the type of yeast found in the yogurt helps counterbalance the Candia found in the vaginal areas and prevents and overgrowth which causes the yeast infection. This type of infection of yeast is different from a chronic problem with Candida. Sometimes newborn babies get thrush which is a type of Candida overgrowth that comes from leftover yeast from the mother. This infection is easily treatable and babies recover fine. Sometimes females with an overgrowth of Candida will get infections in the vaginal area. This is also treatable and usually goes away right away with medication. There are some cases where other people have chronic problems with Candida and yeast. Some people experience a problem with yeast overgrowth because their immune systems are weak. This could be due to illness, disease or some other health condition. When the body has a weakened immune system it can cause the yeast to grow more rapidly in the body and unwanted ... |
Is Your Yeast Infection Worse After Treatmentby Clare Richardson 1/17/2008 5% of women are in the unfortunate position of their yeast infection becoming worse after treatment. If you’re one of these women you’re now suffering from what is known as Chronic yeast infections. Explained below are the reasons why your fungal infection is worse after using an anti Candida treatment. Resistant yeast One of the reasons why your vaginal Candida infection has been made worse by the anti fungal treatment is the yeast has become resistant to the active ingredients in the cream or suppository. If you have used the treatment before the yeast will already know how to mutate to defend itself. Antibiotics use is the most common way of creating a stronger strain of yeast. Antibiotics are now the biggest cause of yeast infections because they do more than kill the infection they were intended for. Antibiotics are good at killing bacteria, but this means they also kill your body’s friendly, beneficial bacteria which are your own natural defense against fungus like the mutated Candida yeast. Without your friendly bacteria protecting your vagina, and the anti fungal OTC treatment upsetting the bacterial balance further the yeast has an easy time re-infecting you. And when it does it comes back stronger, and it is ready to defend itself against the next lot of treatment. You could have an intestinal yeast infection Chronic yeast infections can be a symptom of an intestinal yeast infection. Intestinal yeast infections will start off by giving you symptoms that effect your digestive process. These include bloating and acid indigestion. ... |
10 Signs that You May Have Candida Infectionby Dina Barton 1/17/2008 Candidiasis, commonly known as candida or yeast infection or thrush, is a fungal infection ranging from superficial, such as oral thrush and vaginitis among women and superficial infections of skin and mucosal membranes by Candida causing local inflammation or discomfort common in many human populations, to systemic and potentially life-threatening diseases like those that develop among severely immuno-compromised persons such as cancer, transplant, and AIDS patients, whereas Although frequently associated with female health systems, it can also occur on the male genitals. Children suffer from this ailment during the years between three and nine. If there are white patches around the mouth, then it could be possible that the child is infected with candida infection. Regardless of age or gender, here are ten common Candida symptoms: 1. Adult onset allergies to foods and/or airborne chemicals with the number of offending substances increasing until an individual becomes so sensitive to the everyday environment that they must live in isolation 2. Incessant fatigue after eating 3. Gastrointestinal or signs of poor digestion such as constipation or diarrhea, gas, bloating, cramps, heartburn, nausea, gastritis and colitis 4. Neurological symptoms such as cravings, irritability, mood swings, headaches, migraines, "fogged-in" feeling, inability to concentrate/mind "wanders off", poor memory, confusion, dizziness, M.S.-like symptoms (slurred speech, loss of muscle co-ordination, vision affected), depression and/or anxiety without apparent cause (often worse after eating), paranoia without apparent cause, not in total control of one’ actions (know right thing to do but unable to execute), mental incompetence, a variety of other behavioral disturbances. 5. Genito-urinary symptoms ... |
Common Menopause Symtpomsby Cynthia Perkins 1/17/2008 Menopause is a natural phase of every woman’s aging process that is usually marked by a specific set of symptoms. The progression usually runs for several years or more starting with gradual changes in her menstrual cycle and concluding with complete cessation of menstruation. For some women, this can be a confusing time that incites many questions. Women may wonder, what exactly is menopause and what does it mean? When does it start and end? What menopause symptoms will I have to endure? While most women will experience menopause between the ages of 40 and 55, some women will enter much sooner or later, for instance a woman can start as early as 30 years of age or not until she reaches the age of 60. All women are different which makes it difficult to predict when menopause will be reached. However there does seem to be some correlation between mother and daughter. A daughter can generally expect to approach this phase of her life around the same age that her mother did. The beginning of menopause is also known as Perimenopause or pre-menopause and is usually marked by symptoms that include irregular menstruation, which may consist of longer or shorter periods, as well as lighter or heavier menstrual flow. Beside the reduction and eventual cessation of menstruation, there are a variety of other menopause symptoms that may occur in varying degrees. They are the result of the hormonal fluctuations that are occurring in a woman’s body at the time of menopause. A woman’s body produces ... |
Understanding The Signs Of Menopauseby Richard Smart 1/17/2008 For many women the thought of going through premenopause is a daunting thought, anticipating the hormonal changes that will complete change the way the body functions and how it reacts to external influences. The mood swings, hot flashes and irritability are all caused by the changes the woman’s body goes through during the "change of life" known as menopause. There are six aspects of a woman’s body that are affected the most during premenopause and women have several alternatives to help deal with them. While many drugs including hormone replacement therapy are available, many natural products as well as lifestyle and diet changes can help relieve some of the suffering of the symptoms. The instability of the body’s vasomotor system is to blame for hot flashes as well as sleep interruptions. Although there may be other causes to sleep loss, night sweats related to menopausal hot flashes is common. Continual interruption in sleep may be a sign of other problems and the woman should contact a medical professional. The skeletal system also suffers during menopause causing such issues as joint pain, muscle pain and back pain. Osteoporosis, a loss of bone density may also occur. Although, this usually develops over a longer period of time. Staying away from caffeine as well as phosphorous (often used in carbonated beverages) has been shown to slow the development of this condition. A loss of elasticity of the skin as well as the skin getting thinner are parts of the skin and soft tissue problems often seen in ... |
Women and Body Fatby Deborrah Cooper 1/17/2008 Women have more body fat than men--about five percent more. By nature, a woman’s body is developed to protect her and a potential fetus. As a result, women have more enzymes for storing fat and fewer enzymes for burning fat. men also experience more changes in hydration levels than men because of their menstrual cycle, and this can affect body fat measuring, particularly using the bioletrical impedance method (body fat scales and hand held electrical devices). Retaining fluid may also cause weight to fluctuate day-to-day during this period causing additional variation in the body fat percentage. Female users of bioelectrical impedance products should be aware of their natural monthly body cycles. Hormonal changes due to pregnancy or menopause may also cause water retention and variations in measuring. Changes in hydration levels can also be due to food, caffeine or alcohol consumption, strenuous exercise, stress or illness, or the taking of prescription drugs. To successfully monitor progress, women should try to compare weight and body fat percentage measurements taken under the same conditions over a period of time, paying attention to fluctuations caused by menstruation. Health Risks Too Little Body Fat It’s possible to have too little body fat. Women athletes involved in high performance sports that emphasize low body weight and extremely low body fat percentage often experience a decrease in hormones that causes an interruption in the menstrual cycle. The same condition can occur when a woman is anorexic and her body goes into a semi-starvation mode. Over an extended period of time, this can ... |
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