The University of Warwick has found through a study that there is a link between the removal of ovaries during hysterectomy and an increase in heart disease, cancer and premature death. This is the largest study of this kind conducted on the subject and covered a 10-year period comparing women who were treated for a benign […]
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Did you know over 36 million Americans practice yoga? The Hindu spiritual and ascetic discipline has grown massively in popularity over the past few years, with passionate yogis stretching around the world. Yoga is so much more than just a way to exercise and stay in shape; it is a way of life for many. […]
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Breast cancer screening should definitely not be stopped at a specific age, as there is no sufficient evidence to suggest screening should be stopped. The study was co-authored by Dr. Cindy Lee, assistant professor in residence at the University of California-San Francisco, and team. They presented their findings at the Radiological Society of North America […]
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Honor Whitman wrote an interesting article on women and how optimism might boost their longevity. I thought this was an interesting view and so, so true. How many people look at the glass as half empty rather than half full? This, in some instances, could be a matter of life or death for some women. […]
Read MoreJust because the bun is still in the oven does not mean you are not allowed to celebrate Mother’s Day. You are a mom-to-be, with “mom” being the main keyword. In fact, you are already a great mother — you talk and sing to your baby; you are making major sacrifices for his or her […]
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Ok, I need to and I’m going to shed a few pounds. It is the first of the year and now it a good time to do it, especially since it’s on my list of New Year’s resolutions. However, I may wait till Monday to start. Sounds familiar? There are so many different diets to […]
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I read an eye opening article written by a woman who is a cancer survivor. Her story was uplifting and proves to me that alternative medicine is the perfect alternative to the immune destroying chemo treatments. The lady in the article was told by her doctor that there was nothing further he could do for […]
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Are you wondering how to feel any motivation to hit the beach whether or not your body is ready for it? Nothing is quite as overwhelmingly anxiety-producing as the season of bikinis. For most women, the idea of taking it all off in public is second only to getting all your wisdom teeth removed. Sure, […]
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A long and infamous history of manufacturing chemicals as DDT, Agent Orange, Aspartame, Roundup and dioxin, has been attributed to Monsanto. Monsanto is primarily a purveyor of toxins and not life. They began forging a unique and financially advantageous relationship with the U.S. government, beginning with the company’s involvement in the Manhattan Project that produced […]
Read MoreWow! Those sexy shoes are great, but the pain isn’t. Be sure to try on those shoes before buying and do it in the afternoon when your feet tend to swell. Too tight straps will cut into your ankle and you’ll end up with small blisters. Who wants to wear Band-Aids that everyone can look […]
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