Print this entryHere are some invlauable tips for meeting with your medical provider which will help you get more bang for your buck. 1. Have as many medical records as possible with you to document your medical condition, especially for a new visit or a consult. Go by the hospital, lab or other doctor’s office and get copies. This saves the doctor time and sometimes even avoids an extra official call. 2. Bring in the actual bottles of prescriptions. While…
Print this entryEveryone would like to feel more energetic during the day. You naturally go through periods of higher activity which contrasts with times of relaxation. The problem occurs when you need an energy boost and concentration is required than we can give. Or when we try to sleep and can’t. Follow these invaluable tips when you need an energy boost. Stay on a regular sleep schedule You can’t stay up late during the week-end and suddenly on Monday morning…
Print this entryIs Your Life Designed to Support Wellness? The question we are asking ourselves here is whether our own personal life, in its current state, is designed to support wellness. This requires a dual approach. We must investigate exactly what wellness is referring to. Does it mean a general state of well-being? Can we be well physically but not mentally? Does this have anything to with spiritual wellness? We must recognize whether or not wellness is suited to our…
Print this entryHow to Lower Your Cortisol Levels Cortisol is a hormone that is produced in the body. It performs a number of important functions in the body including to reduce inflammation, balance blood sugar, and regulate metabolism. In fact, the body makes cortisol during times of stress or illness as a way to protect the body. Though high levels of cortisol can be beneficial short term, continued exposure to high levels of cortisol can have many negative effects on…
Print this entryAs a woman, you might be concerned about your health in terms of gynological issues. These are those conditions related to your reproductive system, that may lead to cervical cancer, prevent pregnancy, or make sexual activity or periods painful and hard to deal with. Keep reading to find out more about the common problems and what can be done about them. Endometriosis If you are a woman with extremely painful periods, you might have endometriosis. This is not…
Print this entryAll people age, but the minor differences in hormones between men and women mean that there should be greater considerations at specific times in life. It takes effort to remain focused on creating an atmosphere of health and prosperity into your later years, but it’s well worth it because you will experience a greater quality of life, and it will be easier to heal when you have injuries. Not only that, but you may even avoid many of…
Print this entryBloating, fatigue, cramps, cravings, and mood swings — most women experience the wide array of PMS symptoms at some point in their lives. Helping balance hormone levels and combatting the physical and mental symptoms that arise during the menstrual cycle, there are essential oil remedies for PMS which provide an affordable, all-natural option to period relief and other women’s issues. Essential Oil Remedies for PMS and Other Women’s Issues Bergamot Bergamot, a yummy additive to tea, also provides…
Print this entryWomen makeup a large portion of the human race, yet there are large discrepancies in information regarding the complexities of their bodies. As women go through life, different periods may require specialized nutrition, different levels of activity, hormonal changes, and illnesses that are entirely to particular to the physiology of women. Rather than seeking expensive and ineffective treatments, some women are turning to an old world source that can treat many symptoms and help regulate hormones. This remedy…
Print this entryOur health is an important concern for all people, but did you know that there are various things we have to look at based on our gender? Men and women are not created equally from a biological standpoint, so learning the differences between the genders and knowing how to keep healthy is essential. Below are some things you may not have known about women’s health. Don’t Forget Your Heart! While women tend to focus more on cancer (especially…
Print this entryWomen must have a concern for their health, but their health problems can vary throughout their lifetimes. Here are some of the health issues facing women over the years, and also, how they can prevent or overcome an illness. 1. Maintaining Weight Maintaining the appropriate weight is often difficult for females because they have constant fluctuations of their hormone levels. The changes in hormone levels can lead to intense cravings for certain foods. Women struggle with fluid retention…