Menopause marks the end of a woman's reproductive phase of life, with the permanent cessation of menstrual periods. Many women are glad not to have to deal with periods or worry about birth control and pregnancy. However, with menopause comes hormonal changes and, with them, unwanted symptoms. We will consider the stages of menopause here […]
Weight loss is a goal for many, and one of the main ways to do this is to eat fewer calories than you expend. There are several diets to help weight loss, and one of these is the 1200 calorie diet. This article will take a closer look at the 1200 calorie diet, what it […]
Once Christmas and New Year’s excitement has passed, many people feel flat, down, and a little irritable. You may even have food cravings. This is known as the winter blues, which happens to many people. You could go as far as to say that the winter blues is another term for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). […]
How many times have you started a new year absolutely fired up with a New Year's Resolution and brand new fitness goals, ready to take the next 365 days by storm? Unfortunately, many people struggle to remain consistent in following these goals. Out of frustration, they forsake these goals completely, blaming their lack of motivation, […]
Have you ever gone on a jog before and been drained, only to look across and see someone else totally unfazed? Yes, it happens to the best of us! It’s not that the other person has not undergone the same intense activity as you; their body is better at handling such intensity and has a higher […]
Did you know that, overall, people’s stress levels tend to pick up from around July and steadily increase until December? Yes, December seems the most stressful month of the year. And while many people may ascribe some of this stress to shorter days and longer nights, and thus less sun exposure and changes in brain […]
There are many possible reasons for balding, in both men and women. Many anecdotal tales have pointed to creatine as a possible culprit. But are these stories true? Does creatine cause hair loss? To understand the role of creatine in hair loss, we need to look at multiple other potential causes and rule them out, […]
One in four American adults has an issue with fatty liver. Most people usually find out that they have the condition in their 40s or 50s, but it can emerge at any age and can even affect children. Still, fatty liver tends to be more prevalent in persons with particular risk factors, including type 2 […]
Wondering how to eat healthy on a budget? Following a nutritious diet is one cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle. It is critical for supporting your body and reducing the risk of illness. However, unhealthy, processed foods are often the cheapest and offer the most calories per dollar. If you are on a tight budget, this […]
According to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the average age of a girl’s first period, also known as menarche, in the United States is 12. This can be a scary and confusing time for your child, but you can help give her the support she will need to navigate the […]
