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- Anxiety in Women: The 5 Most Common Symptoms - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2016 from Pat LaDouceurAnxiety in women is different from anxiety in men. Overall, women report more anxiety. Women are 60% more likely to be diagnosed with an anxiety disorder. Women also face different stressors, because they have somewhat different life and work challenges. Womens' biggest stressors are money ...
Views: 2017 - Menstrual Cramps Be Gone! - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Christina WolfWhenever I tell a woman that Chinese medicine can help make her menstrual cramps a thing of the past, she regards me with a great deal of skepticism. I understand, as I once suffered from cramps so intense that I routinely took six ibuprofen at a time during my periods, just to be able to ...
Views: 2016(2 votes) - What is Considered a Low Sex Drive? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeWhat is considered a low sex drive for females? There is often a sexual desire discrepancy between the male and female. I like to first emphasize that just because you have a lower sex drive than your partner does not necessarily mean there is something wrong with you. What this means is that ...
Views: 2013 - The Legal Implications of Battered Woman Syndrome - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2010 from Su EricksenLet’s examine the legal implications of Battered Woman Syndrome. BWS was first proposed in the 1970’s. According to Joe Wheeler Dixon, PhD, JD BWS appears to be the product of legal advocacy and not science. BWS seems to owe its existence to the needs of legal advocates to support and justify ...
Views: 2012 - Ann Chery Has Done It - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Lucia CarreraIt is not rare to find that one does not perfectly fit into a new undergarment or outfit. This can be a frustrating event. This is especially frustrating considering that so many designs these days seem to require a perfect body. To name a few there are vests, waist cinchers, body control ...
Views: 2011 - Hot Flashes Be Gone - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Brenda StephensMenopause represents a hallmark time in a woman’s life. The end of, menstruating, fertility, birthing, and a shift from childrearing to self-focus. Menopause is a wonderful time in a woman’s life. However in the U.S. many women have menopausal symptoms that disrupt the joyous time of ...
Views: 2010(1 vote) - Overview On Ovysmen Contraceptive Pill - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Kelly KitesOral contraception has become a popular hormonal method for preventing a woman from experiencing an unplanned pregnancy. Before these methods were introduced, women were dependent on contraceptive methods such as condoms. However, condoms did not prove to be an effective method of contraception ...
Views: 2010 - Bioidentical Hormones vs. Synthetic Hormones- Is There a Choice? - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2009 from Kathy Jane SmithBioidentical hormones are often a controversial and confusing topic. There has been a lot of research and discussion about it recently and many women are still feeling as if they are in the dark. Many times traditional physicians or medical professionals will not fully explain treatment with ...
Views: 2009 - 6 Roadblocks to Women's Prosperity and Success - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Maria MarIf you are a woman, your road to prosperity and success may not be paved with gold, but with guilt. As a girl, you absorbed hidden beliefs that now work underground to sabotage your adult capacity to manifest yours dreams. These Inner Enemies are the opposite of the elves who helped the ...
Views: 2003 - Is Gender Communication Nature Or Nurture? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2007 from Nancy ClarkWhy Do We Have Mars-Venus Communication, And Why Is Mars More Powerful? I’m making this easy: The reason we have Mars-Venus communication has everything to do with nurture—it’s based on societal pressures—economic, psychological, and cultural pressures. This is Good News because it means our ...
Views: 2002 - ***Down There - Pap Smear - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2012 from Susun WeedPAP SMEAR © Susun S. Weed George Papanicolaou, a pathologist, pioneered this non-invasive screening test in the 1920s. It is not diagnostic. False negative results will occur 10-20 percent of the time. A Pap smear is a sample of the tissues of the cervix (and sometimes vagina). In ...
Views: 1999(1 vote) - Is a Woman Flying That Jet? - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Nina AndersonCaptain “Sully” became everyone’s hero when he landed in the Hudson River. Supposed there was a woman at the controls – would the outcome have been the same? Not too long ago, a woman pilot set her corporate jet down safely on a runway after hitting a glider who was not communicating with air ...
Views: 1999 - Penis Health Care is Not Just for Men – What All Women Should Know - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2012 from John DuganFor six years, scientists at the University of Texas at Austin conducted research to determine why women chose to have sex. Of the 237 reasons women provided, not one included a reference to the appearance of the penis itself. The women enjoyed what the penis could do, and they certainly seemed ...
Views: 1999 - Modern Sedation at Abortion Clinics Require No Driver or Companion - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from James S PendergraftModern Advanced Sedation Techniques for abortion procedures no longer require the patient to have a driver or be accompanied by a companion. This is very important for women who want to have the ultimate in privacy and confidentiality. Should it be their preference, they are now able to obtain ...
Views: 1997 - Super Mom, Sexy Arms! - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Joey PoltorBatwings, Bye Bye Arms, Flarmies, Tharms (arms that are as big as thighs)....... Flabby arms!!!! Call them whatever you want, but we all HATE them! Now, here's how to send them packing!!! LEEEEAN 'EM OUT~ • Come into push-up position with feet together and hands spaced ...
Views: 1985 - Sexual Wellness & Valentine's Day - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2009 from Diana and Richard DaffnerValentine’s Day isn’t about sex – or is it? Romance and sexual intimacy typically go hand-in-hand, so this is a good time to take a look at sexual wellness. Like good health in general, sexual wellness is about much more than just the absence of illness. Good health in general, and sexual ...
Views: 1984 - How To Get Rid Of Uterine Fibroids Naturally - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2012 from Alan PeytonIn case you have been looking at how to to get rid of uterine fibroids, naturally you may have looked at numerous options. Common medical therapies for fibroids include surgical choices and drug therapy. There are also organic treatments for fibroids to consider and in fact, many women prefer ...
Views: 1983 - Estrogen and Progesterone Treatment as an Alternative to Hormone Replacement Therapy - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2004 from Jeannine VirtueA Dec. 30, 2003 Associated Press article stated that about one quarter of women who stopped taking hormone replacement therapy because of its risks wind up resuming HRT because of menopause misery. This article verifies what we have been saying all along; "No treatment is NOT an option." Women ...
Views: 1982 - Do Women Lack Ambition? - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Jane CranstonHave you recently observed the steam coming out of the ears of a few women over forty? Not sure what’s up and what started it all? Let me clue you in. It’s a reaction to a just published McKinsey & Company report in conjunction (some would say cahoots) with The Wall Street Journal. In the spirit ...
Views: 1980 - Pre-Wedding Paralysis - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Kim AdesMy wedding was scheduled for Tuesday, May 12th of this year. Why was it on a Tuesday? It somehow seemed to fulfill my need for different and original. On Wednesday, May 6th, only 6 days prior to my big day, I woke up with a pain in my neck. I didn't give it much thought. I figured I had slept in ...
Views: 1980 - Body Language: Pain as a Messenger - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Abigail SteidleyI’ve written before about pain as a vital messenger, letting us know what needs to be addressed in our mind-body system. Symptoms and pain certainly wake us up to the need to take an internal peek at ourselves, mentally, emotionally, and also physically. I’ve written a lot about the mental and ...
Views: 1977(2 votes) - Every Woman Is A Goddess - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2008 from Maria KuroshchepovaI am writing this to the goddesses (also known as women) in my life and to those I haven't met yet AND to the gentlemen who sometimes need to reminded that women are also known as goddesses. I want to reach out to women who are gripped with self-doubt and stuck in a rut of constant worry and ...
Views: 1977 - What Is Sperm DNA Fragmentation and How Is It Treated? - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2017 from Gaurav GautamIntroduction Sperm DNA fragmentation is a term used to denote when the genetic material within the sperm is abnormal, which may lead to male subfertility and IVF failure.The genetic integrity of the sperm is crucial for successful fertilization and normal embryo development. Usual sperm ...
Views: 1977 - 3 Best Steps to Bounce Back After Holiday Overeating - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2012 from Joey Poltor3 Best Steps to Bounce Back After Holiday Over Eating - By: Joey Poltor Turkey, and Stuffing and Pie, Oh My!! Holidays are for enjoying! Let’s be realistic, it’s impossible to resist all temptations, I am personally a sucker for anything pumpkin. But, you should never beat yourself up ...
Views: 1975(1 vote) - Guide to America's Top Plastic Surgeons - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Hugo GallegosPlastic surgeons master and regularly perform particular surgical procedures in their areas of specialization. Another key finding top-notch plastic surgeons is finding those who are referred by their peers the most for certain surgical procedures, and those who practice those surgical ...
Views: 1975(1 vote) - Ovarian cyst pain - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Cameron LanosaIf you are experiencing pain on your ovaries it could be Ovarian cyst pain Ovary is the organ that is most susceptible to a number and variety of cysts in the body of a woman. The ovarian role of producing hormones and releasing eggs is directly related to the formation of cysts. Usually they ...
Views: 1975 - ***NATURAL REMEDIES FOR PROBLEMS IN BREASTFEEDING PART 1 - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2011 from Susun WeedNATURAL REMEDIES FOR PROBLEMS IN BREASTFEEDING PART 1 ~Susun S Weed With the resurgence of interest in breastfeeding, there is increasing demand for natural remedies for the minor problems that accompany nursing. These remedies, taken from my book Wise Woman ...
Views: 1971(1 vote) - Fat Burning Diet Answers~The Scientific Facts Behind Fat Loss Frustration - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2011 from Jay HurwitzIf you have been frustrated, if not exasperated, by your lack of fat loss, the fat burning diet information that follows will likely be a relevation. There are fundamental fat burning diet facts that you need to know, understand and apply to achieve fat loss. It is scientific fact, that a high ...
Views: 1971(4 votes) - Abuse vs. Building Your Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2012 from Gerri D Smith“Above all, challenge yourself. You may well surprise yourself at what strengths you have, what you can accomplish.” - Cecile M. Springer When you find yourself stuck in an abusive or a bullying situation, try building up your self-esteem. Whether the abuse you experience is domestic or ...
Views: 1969(1 vote) - Do Stretch Marks Ever Go Away? - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Lauren SchwaigerIf your a woman between the ages of 14 to 60 then the chances of having developed stretch marks at some time during your lifetime are about 96%. Oh, you might be thinking that this percentage is quite high, especially since you have not yet or ever have experienced pregnancy. That's because most ...
Views: 1969(1 vote) - IVF Procedure Described Step By Step - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Neville PetterssonThe IVF treatment is not as complicated as most people think. It genuinely does involve some considerable technical skills, though, to be truly honest the fee it will cost for this process is by far in excess of the true rate involved with this IVF process.The IVF process offers no guarantees ...
Views: 1967(2 votes) - Author Interview: Body Image Expert Sarah Maria on Love Your Body, Love Your Life - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2009 from Sarah MariaPart I: Excerpts from an interview with Sarah Maria on her new book "Love Your Body, Love Your Life: 5 Steps to End Negative Body Obsession and Start Living Happily and Confidently." Question: I’ve heard many people say that disliking your body is just a normal part of being a woman [or a ...
Views: 1965(1 vote) - Detachment. How Can I? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Judy HerzanekWhen life becomes one crisis after another, when emotional pain and endless drama become “the norm” what am I supposed to do? Over the past few decades I’ve received this question a lot. Recently it has become the #1 question. Why is that? What do I suggest to families who have arrived at this ...
Views: 1965(1 vote) - The Top 5 Ways Women Sabotage Their Career - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2008 from Dr. Kimberly Ventus-DarksAs women it seems that we can hardly learn enough about ourselves personally or professionally. We spend our entire lives learning what we should do, what we should not do, what we should say or if we should actually have said what we have already said. Most of us spend a lifetime unlearning ...
Views: 1961 - Be Proactive About Your Healthcare; Breast Cancer Awareness - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2010 from Stephanie AltA friend sent an amazing story to share, in which she describes trusting her gut feelings in regard to breast cancer and her health care. It is another testimony to the importance of being proactive, honoring your instincts rather than acting on impulse out of fear. The month of October is ...
Views: 1959(5 votes) - Using Aromatherapy for the Effective Treatment of Premenstrual Syndrome - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2017 from Michael LemonBackground: Most women have experienced PMS at some point or other in their lives, and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists estimate that up to 10% of women suffer from symptoms to such an extent that they report disruption to their everyday lives (known as PMDD – ...
Views: 1959 - Limiting Beliefs - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2010 from Rebecca EvansIn an episode of the Biggest Loser, the contestants were challenged to run a race. The race wasn’t designed to be a simple undertaking. Each participant was required to wear a special belt. Attached to these belts were weights in increments of the amount of weight they each had lost over the ...
Views: 1958(3 votes) - Definition: Women's Enlightenment - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteWomen's Enlightenment The History of Feminism is the history of Feminist movements. Feminist scholars, have divided feminism's history into three 'waves'. Each is described as dealing with different aspects of the same feminist issues. The first wave refers to the feminism movement of the 19th ...
Views: 1957 - ***Begin with the End in Mind - Step Directly into Your Dreams and Watch Them Come True - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2008 from Scout WilkinsDo you ever view the setting of goals as accessible only to those driven entrepreneurs who seem to have been born with clear vision and a drive to match? Have you thought to yourself that goals don't really apply to your life in the same way they might to a business endeavor? Do you find the ...
Views: 1955(3 votes) - The Imposing Condition of a Bladder Infection - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2013 from Samuel BillingsA bladder infection is a seditious situation of the bladder, more commonly observed in women than in men.This illness is also called cystisis or a urinary tractinfection or UTI. There are many bacteria causing a bladder infection and the leading one is the E. coli accompanied by Klebsiella and ...
Views: 1954(1 vote) - Loss of Libido in a Young Woman. - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Andrew RynneLoss of Libido in a Young Woman. Dr Andrew Rynne. What do you make of this? How would you advise? About a week ago, in my Allexpert.com slot, a young woman from South Africa wrote to me as follows: “I have been thinking of asking for professional help for a while, because there seems to ...
Views: 1951(2 votes) - 5 Steps To A Bikini-Worthy Body - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2008 from Janice WeeHow can you look great in your bikini? You need a great figure, a toned body, a good bustline and tan skin which sounds near possible, or is it? You'd be surprised how much you can do with your natural assets. With hard work, discipline and a clear plan, you can look fabulous in your ...
Views: 1947 - Bee Pollen For Pregnancy – A Potent Supplement For Both Fertility and a Healthy Pregnancy - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Johan PetersenTaking bee pollen for pregnancy is a great way to improve your reproductive health. Whether you're trying to conceive or you simply want to make sure your pregnancy to go well, this amazing supplement is rapidly becoming one of the most popular products for ensuring your health is at its ...
Views: 1946(1 vote) - ***Mammograms – Screening Risks - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2012 from Susun WeedMammograms – Screening Risksexcerpt from Breast Cancer? Breast Health! the Wise Woman Wayby Susun WeedAvailable at www.wisewomanbookshop.com Mammographic screening increases risk of breast cancer mortality in premenopausal women.A Canadian study of 90,000 women (published in Lancet, ...
Views: 1944 - Ovarian Cysts and Cancer : Early Signs and Natural Remedies - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2017 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanWomen have two ovaries, one on each side of the uterus. The function of the ovaries is to produce ova (eggs) as well the hormones progesterone and estrogen. Most women have ovarian cysts at some time during their lives but most ovarian cysts disappear without treatment within a few months ...
Views: 1942 - Women's Midlife CrisisSubmitted on Jan 04, 2010 from Dr. Mona SpiegelIt's about time. We can publicly discuss a rite of passage for women that is as prevalent as that for males. Our young adult years are filled with daily obligations and we tend not to think about what direction our lives are taking. We stay on the bandwagon fulfilling everyone's needs until ...
Views: 1940(1 vote) - How to Reduce and Prevent Eye Wrinkles in 3 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2011 from Ladan LashkariWhen it comes to eye wrinkles, every woman wants to find out how to prevent, reduce, and remove the wrinkles under her eyes. They say your eyes are the gateways to your soul. So who wants to have wrinkled looking eyes? That is why you want to keep your gorgeous and young looking eyes for as long ...
Views: 1937(1 vote) - IVF-In Vitro Fertilisation and IVF Treatment India - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2012 from Tarang ShahIVF now fastest way to get pregnant,When you get exhausted with all the other ways of trying to get pregnant,then probably IVF is the next step suggested by the infertility specialists. What is IVF? In the process of in vitro fertilization (IVF), eggs and sperm are brought together in a ...
Views: 1936 - Birthstone Jewelry - The Perfect Birthday Gifts For Women - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2008 from Janice WeeWhat do you give someone you want to impress for her birthday? Whether it is the woman you want to marry, your mother or your beloved kid sister, you can't go wrong with jewelry. All women love shiny things. Precious jewelry that catches her eye would certainly get her vote. It could be an ...
Views: 1935 - Yeast Infections and Natural Remedies - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2013 from Samuel BillingsVaginal yeast infections can be described as the most common kinds of infections attacking a great number of women. The infection normally emerges in the vagina's internal area. It occurs because of the overgrowth of fungi, called Candida or Yeast. The fungus usually resides in the vaginal area ...
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