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- What are Cysts on the Ovaries? - by Submitted on May 07, 2009 from moncef andaloussiScientists generally agree that ovarian cysts are caused by hormonal imbalances, causing fluid filled sacs to appear on the ovaries. A woman’s ovaries are two almond-sized glands that release an egg for fertilization once a month. Cysts on ovaries can happen to women of all ages, but fertility ...
Views: 1306 - 8 Questions for All Women Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on May 07, 2009 from Dawn CassaraI've realized for a while that this article (and possibly book) needed to be written - it's been percolating in my head for quite some time. Maybe the content is nothing new to you, especially if you're already making what you want out of your business, but my take on it may be. I've been told ...
Views: 995 - The Joys of Being a Mother - by Submitted on May 07, 2009 from Janie BehrMother’s Day is this Sunday and card stores are busy, candy counters are packed, florists are getting calls and stores are selling gift cards. No one really knows what to get mom on Mother’s Day. She is such a vital, important part of our lives, and nothing quite seems good enough to buy her on ...
Views: 1667 - Are You The New 10? - by Submitted on May 05, 2009 from Charlene MurphyYou remember the old ten, right? She was personified by the gorgeous Bo Derek in 1979 in the movie, “10.” She was model thin, stunningly beautiful, and the desire of every man, gay and straight. Straight men wanted to be with her, while gay men wanted to be her. She was the girl in the posters ...
Views: 1068(1 vote) - Healthy Maternal Thyroid Function For A Healthy Baby - by Submitted on May 05, 2009 from Douglas HusbandsThis article is a must read for all women, especially those over 35 years old, who desire become pregnant now or at some time in the future. In my September 2007 newsletter, I reviewed the association of DNA oxidation with the development of Down's syndrome. In that issue, I also discussed a ...
Views: 2859 - All Natural Home Treatment For UTI - by Submitted on May 04, 2009 from Dr. James ChappellOne of the main problems with urinary tract infections is that they keep coming back. Repeated treatment with antibiotics can set up a kind of arms race. The bacteria get smarter and more drug-resistant. The drugs that are used get stronger. Unfortunately, there can be collateral damage in the ...
Views: 3829 - What’s Your “Non-Diet” Diet Mindset? - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2009 from Nicole OhebshalomSix years ago I began a lifestyle transition to living and eating from a “non-diet” diet. Counting calories and using a scale were not cutting it for me. I was looking to cultivate a balance in my body and in the way I live. I began to change my health through the enjoyment of life’s ...
Views: 650 - Stress & Irritability: Could it Be My Hormones? - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Stress-Relief Author/Expert Susie MantellQ: Dear Susie. Over the past year I am feeling so much more stressed, impatient, and I'm always exhausted. I'm often cranky to be around. (And it's not much fun from the inside, either.) Could it be my hormones? How can I tell if it is? A: Wow. You've touched on an important realm. It sounds ...
Views: 3056(1 vote) - Women and the Law of Attraction: Breastfeed Your Dream - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Maria MarDo you have a desire that you've been trying to manifest using the Law of Attraction? You may be missing the most important information for you as a woman. You have the power to quicken the manifestation of your dream using little known Female Secrets in the Law of Attraction. In this article ...
Views: 1673 - *** Clear the Clutter: Language Strategies for Women that Lead to Success - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Barbara GiamancoWant to command greater respect at work? Crystal communication transforms business success! To get your point across, recognize that powerful language articulated in a strong, clear voice is crucial to being heard. Men and women approach the business game differently. Not surprising news. What ...
Views: 1784(1 vote) - Three Things Will Age Skin and Make You Look Older – And Three Things Will Stop Skin From Aging to Keep You Looking Younger - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Julie GinnYoung skin depends on one key thing – an abundance of collagen. Collagen is a network of strong fibers that secure the skin firmly in place. You could say - it's your "Youth Net" A telltale sign of fading collagen for both women and men is the “jowls” or skin that droops from the nose past ...
Views: 2970(1 vote) - She-Leadership Will Get Us Out of This Mess - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Blanca VergaraForget China, India and the internet: economic growth is driven by women. -- The Economist, April 12th, 2006 Crisis, crisis, crisis... It seems to be that everything is collapsing… Global economic imbalance, layoffs, suicides, frauds, heart attacks, burn-outs, bored-outs, high cholesterol, ...
Views: 895 - Progesterone - A Women's Best Friend During Pregnancy - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Dr. Len LopezInfertility, miscarriage and C-sections are fast becoming important topics of discussion for anyone wanting to become pregnant. The rate of infertility, miscarriages and C-sections are at an all time high. Add everyday worry and anxiety to the equation and you will easily see how stress can ...
Views: 3522(2 votes) - The Link Between Obesity and Breast Cancer - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Jen PageThe apparent likelihood of a connection between breast cancer and being overweight is an issue of growing concern. Statistical evidence has shown that women with excessive upper body and abdominal fat account for a large percentage of breast cancer patients. No conclusive results have been made ...
Views: 1214(2 votes) - Women Who Love Too Much - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Sophie RinaldiI am sure you have heard this title or formula either from the media, either from your girlfriends, complaining that they are the ones who sacrifice in a relationship. But is it truly possible to love too much? Firstly, we would have to agree on a definition of love so we can see who are the ...
Views: 14592(3 votes) - It's No Secret. The Time Has Come for Women - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Marsh EngleI found myself standing in the middle of a spectacular ballroom in Long Beach, California. It was an astonishing scene. Trailblazers Billie Jean King and Gloria Steinem stepped forward. So did entertainment names like Rachael Ray and Jennifer Lopez. As did CNN media great Christiane Amanpour. ...
Views: 1289 - Taking Something Off Your Plate - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Jim DuzakOne of the things I admire most about women is their generosity of spirit. Just about every woman I know spends an incredible amount of time tending to the needs of her immediate family, her aging parents, her friends, her co-workers or her clients, and often the community at large. The world as ...
Views: 1214(2 votes) - He Wants You to Need Him. How Can That Be Healthy? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Rachael Jayne GrooverA masculine man loves to become aware of a need and fill it. That’s why they love to fix things, make things “better” for you when you are upset, and put a lot of focus on their work. Many men only put attention on what is directly and specifically needed, which is why many bright, confident, ...
Views: 1043(6 votes) - Woman’s Greatest Strength Can Be Her Biggest Weakness - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Rachael Jayne GrooverI once heard this wise teaching from a mentor of one of my mentors. She said; “Your biggest weakness is just your greatest strength turned up too loud.” For example: Your greatest strength could be your strong leadership ability and natural charisma that attracts people. However, if you turn ...
Views: 7584(3 votes) - Sexually Transmitted Diseases - the Female Condom is a Barrier Method for Safer Sex - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2012 from Beverly OMalleySexually transmitted diseases are infections that are transmitted through sexual activity. Any sexual activity can transmit the pathogens that cause STD's. Penile vaginal contact is not a requirement for transmission. You can pick up a sexually transmitted disease through oral genital ...
Views: 1604 - Billions of Microscopic Bacteria Want to Be Your Friend - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Dr. Karlo Mauro,In 2001, a young girl from Canada's East Coast, named Lindsay Edmund put together a science fair project. The findings from this high school assignment were later published in the Journal of the Canadian Medical Association. Here's what she did... Lindsay completed a survey of 100 physicians. ...
Views: 932 - How To Choose the Best SPF (Sun Protection Factor) - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from George PrugarYou know that you should use some form of sunscreen every day, right? Even during those colder winter month, sunscreen is vital to your skin’s health. But, how do you choose from all of those SPFs on the market? Is one sunscreen better than another? How do you know which one to select? This ...
Views: 4892(2 votes) - Avoiding Clogged Pores - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from George PrugarThe trick to healthy glowing skin is clean pores. That’s why there are so many pore cleansing products on the market right now. What are pores? What do they do? How do you keep them clean? Do any of those pore cleaning products actually work? Purifying Pores Pores help our skin to breathe. ...
Views: 2229(1 vote) - ***Are You a Whisperer? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Nancy DanielsAre you one who often reverts to whispering or speaks consistently in a soft voice instead of a normal volume of sound? I am not talking about the horse whisperer or the dog whisperer in this particular case, but the individual who speaks in a whisper even when his/her throat is not sore or ...
Views: 2749 - Looking Out for List Number One! - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Jamee TenzerYou know those things you want to do someday? Here’s my partial list: Learn to speak Spanish, write a book, Take belly dancing lessons, complete a baby scrapbook for each of my three children, read the stack of books by my bed, help my daughter with her knitting and so much more. My list ...
Views: 1080(1 vote) - Spring Rejuvenation ~ Inside and Out - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Elizabeth Allard"As long as the Earth can make a spring every year, I can. As long as the Earth can flower and produce nurturing fruit, I can, because I am the Earth. I won't give up until the Earth gives up." ~ Alice Walker Spring is gently nudging us from our winter slumber once again. It's wonderful to ...
Views: 852 - Feeling sorry for men ... for a minute - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from SUZANNE MOLINO SINGLETONLet’s pretend we understand men for a minute. Think about what they must contend with concerning the female species. Women are emotional, whiny, catty, fickle, too sensitive, and all-over-the-place in the thought process. We get headaches, complain, and we’re complicated. We encircle way too ...
Views: 1282 - Why Sweat Is Good For Your Skin? - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2009 from George PrugarMost people don’t really enjoy sweating. In fact, sweat can be a large problem when it comes to working out, walking on a hot day, or meeting someone that makes your pulse race. Still, sweat is actually good for your skin...and it might even slow down the aging process. Ahh! Sweat! Sweat has ...
Views: 15418(5 votes) - Women and the Law of Attraction: Birthing your Dream - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2009 from Maria MarWomen have used their creativity as alchemy of manifestation for centuries. This article shows you how to awaken this ancient female art to quicken the Law of Attraction. You have received the beautiful seed of your dream into your womb and your heart. There it lies, pulsating, like a baby, ...
Views: 2217 - 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 - A Proposal To Remember - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2009 from Andrew MoquinYou have decided to pop the question. So, with one of the biggest decisions of your life made, now you have a few more to make. When you are going to propose to your girlfriend there are a few things you might want to keep in mind. (Not counting whether or not she is actually going to say ...
Views: 783 - Smokin' Hot Mama - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Susan HaidOver the past 46 years of my life, I have learned a thing or two about myself. There has been nothing extraordinary about me or my life circumstances. I am an ordinary woman who has lived an ordinary life. Well, except for the part of me that talks to dead people. But hey, other than that ...
Views: 1876 - Women’s Reproductive Health: A Lifelong Regimen - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraA woman’s reproductive health must be nurtured from puberty onwards. It is not merely a concern during pregnancy or during the reproductive years, but early management and proper care of a woman’s reproductive health will ensure healthy reproductive functions and well-being. During adolescence ...
Views: 738 - *** Change the Conversation - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2009 from Scout WilkinsAre you feeling scared in the current economy? Do you wonder how you can keep yourself upbeat – so you can pass inspiration and motivation on at work, to your customers or clients, or to your family and friends? Change the conversations you are having with yourself, and watch your ability to ...
Views: 1466 - Turning 50? Why Boomer Women Should Feel Liberated - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2009 from Doreen OrionLike many of us, until my forties, I had gone through life feeling rather invincible. Not only was it inconceivable that something bad could ever happen to me, even my very mortality seemed suspect. Then, when I started feeling creaks and aches in bones I hadn't thought about since anatomy class ...
Views: 1122 - Law of Attraction: Female Secret No 1 - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2009 from Maria MarWomen have an extraordinary power to summon the Law of Attraction. But you can't use it if you don't know what it is. In fact, you have many Female Advantages that allow you to quicken and activate the Law of Attraction in your life. Here's the first Female Secret (and Advantage) that you need ...
Views: 5524 - Women Over 40: How Much Workout Leads to Weight Loss? - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2009 from Perry PermannAfter menopause losing weight is becoming harder and harder. Especially if a sedentary life style contributes to a lack of exercise and physical activity. Regular exercise is an crucial element to lose weight permanently- however, do you know how much exercise is actually essential to lose ...
Views: 5117(1 vote) - A mother's letter to her adult daughter... - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2009 from Glenda GibbsA mother's letter to her adult daughter...by Glenda Gibbs Briefing - I had made an earlier request for help, to which my daughter didn't want to have anything to do with it. After sharing a few thoughts, I scripted the following and sent it. Note: With my daughter's permission and her name ...
Views: 50713(5 votes) - A Woman’s work is Never Done - So Stop Doing It - Take Care of You - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2009 from Megan OltmanWe talked recently about telling the truth about our disease. When we do that, we need to come face to face with others’ expectations of us, and whether we’re going to try to meet them or not. In the face of our diseases, one of the things we must deal with is that we cannot be all things to all ...
Views: 1153 - The C4 Method of Personal Safety - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2009 from Kerry SauveAt StreetSense we have developed a method for teaching Personal Safety and Self Defense called “C4”. This method of teaching people to keep themselves safe and secure works because it addresses potentially dangerous situations on several levels. First however a definition; C4 is a combination of ...
Views: 2245 - Force Field Analysis – It's Not Star Wars It's Real! - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2009 from Jenny FlintoftIt sounds like something out of Star Wars, but I assure you it is real and just as powerful in your workplace. What is Force Field Analysis? Force Field Analysis is a useful technique for looking at all the forces for and against a particular course of action. It balances free thinking ...
Views: 1074 - ***What Else is Wrong about Octomom? - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2009 from LB WishThe media can’t get enough of Nadya Suleman, the “Octomom,” who gave birth to eight babies when she was artificially inseminated with eight embryos. She already has six other children, also as a result of embryonic insemination. At first, almost everyone was fascinated. Babies, after all, have ...
Views: 1610 - Mothers of Contention and the Mommy Wars - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2009 from FSB AuthorsWhat will become of the mommy wars in the flailing economy? My fantasy (and it is just a fantasy) is that they will eventually fade into obscurity like, say, the Punic Wars -- relics from a past that seems to have taken place a very long time ago. The idea of working mothers pitted against ...
Views: 1156 - Food for Thought - Women, Food & Spirituality - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2009 from Jen CharbonneauWomen of all ages struggle with food and body conflict challenges. Many believe their value is measured by some commercially generated standard of beauty. The popular media suggests women can be whatever size they want to be, if they would just try hard enough. The truth is we each have a ...
Views: 1303 - Food for Thought - Dads & Daughters - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2009 from Jen CharbonneauWhen I was young, the role of a “father” was much different than it is nowadays. With industrialization, men started working long hours away from home and became nearly invisible to their children. Success outside of the home became the primary goal for men and women had the sole responsibility ...
Views: 1374 - 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 - ***The Danger of Swearing off Love after being Hurt - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2009 from LB WishExcerpt from the research for my next book STRONG WOMEN IN LOVE: Five Steps to Find and Keep Love—and Avoid Disappointment Break ups and troubled relationships do more than hurt—they confuse you. What went wrong? Why did it last so long—or so short? Why did I choose him? Or why can’t we ...
Views: 7806(1 vote) - Understanding Candida Yeast Infections - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2011 from Robert HarrisonThis article is based on what I’ve learned from helping people conquer candida. I’ve made it quite extensive because: 1. Candida can literally wipe out your life. 2. You may have many health problems that you didn't know were caused by candida. 3. There are many different issues that must ...
Views: 7714 - Increase Breast Milk Supply Wthout Using Drugs - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Ana SandAre you one of the many mothers that worries about not having enough breast milk supply for your baby? Did your doctor told you that the only way to increase your supply, is by using a prescription drug? Are you concerned about the side effects of conventional drugs? Are you looking for ...
Views: 5456(5 votes) - The Natural Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2009 from Laura YatesPolycystic ovary syndrome, also referred to as polycystic ovaries or PCOS, is a condition which affects the ovaries. If you were to look at an ultrasound scan with a person suffering from PCOS, the ovaries would appear bigger than average with an abnormally large number of cysts on the outer ...
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