Many women are wary of menopause. They even see it as a medical disorder, emergency, or disaster. On the contrary, menopause is a normal, natural transition that occurs as women age.
It usually comes with symptoms like vaginal dryness, night sweats, hot flashes, labile moods, decreased sex drive, bone loss, anxiety, headaches, depression, irregular periods, and weight gain.
Menopause is a natural…
You might be struggling with weight gain, and considering changing your eating patterns to lose weight. To do this, two options are available – calorie counting or carb counting.
Though both options can help you to lose weight as long as you stick with your chosen plan, there are significant differences between them. It has been suggested that many people see results faster on a low-carb…
A stroke is said to have occurred when there’s a bleed or blockage of the blood vessels that either reduces or interrupts the supply of blood to the brain. The brain cells then start to die due to the short supply of oxygen or nutrients that the brain is lacking.
Stroke is a cerebrovascular disease affecting the blood vessels that feed the brain oxygen. This condition requires a medical…
Breastfeeding is the term that is often used to describe what happens when your baby suckles milk at your breast.
In other words, breastfeeding (or full breastfeeding) is when your baby feeds directly from your breast and doesn’t require any supplemental formula or milk for the first six months.
Many moms have a feeling of satisfaction and joyousness while breastfeeding their baby. These…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune, chronic inflammatory disease that can affect joints and cause damage all over the body. It affects the lining of the joints, giving rise to a painful swelling that can finally result in joint deformity and bone erosion. When rheumatoid arthritis damages the joints, it usually causes damage on both sides of the body. RA’s inflammatory effect can…
Parkinson’s disease (P.D.) is an illness where a part of the brain that controls how the body moves deteriorates, causing more severe symptoms over time. Parkinson’s disease is best known for affecting balance, movement, and muscle control. This condition can come on so slowly that you don’t even notice it at first, but over time it progresses from a slight shakiness in your hand…
Leg cramps, also called Charley horses, are the most common calf muscle problems that affect the calves, thigh muscles, and feet. They involve unexpected, painful, involuntary contractions without an identifiable reason why they happen. Though they are harmless, they can occur anytime, but often occur while a person is asleep or resting.
When leg cramps occur, people are usually unaware of why…
Diaper rash, also known as diaper dermatitis, is babies’ most common skin problem. Diaper rash is any rash generally caused by moisture in the diaper region, causing a wet environment that promotes bacterial or yeast growth.
The skin may be red in mild cases, which might clear up within 3 to 4 days with treatment. However, there may be painful, open sores on the skin in severe cases. Though…
Body dysmorphia or body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a mental health condition in which a person experiences consistent anxiety about a perceived defect in their physical appearance. In other words, body dysmorphia is a relatively common mental health condition marked with an invasive and persistent fixation on perceived bodily flaws or defects.
People with body dysmorphia may worry about…
Essential oils are complex organic substances that are extracted from concentrated plant extracts. They are obtained by steam distillation of the plant material for use to support health and well-being.
The distillation process turns the plant’s aroma or “essence” into a liquefied form for many recreation and medicinal uses. Essential oils have widespread applications and are…