Recently, I posted on The Great American Eat Right Challenge. So, when I came across this list by Alisa Miller, on the 100 Best Foods For Women, I immediately knew I wanted to share it here. With one hundred foods…
Category: women’s health
Health Care Crisis & Rising Cost of Prescription Meds
What do you do when you need a medication, but the cost is more than you can really afford? Even with insurance and a prescription drug plan, this has happened to me on several occasions.
HPV Vaccine Gardasil: Is It Safe?
This may come as a surprise to some…But, I haven’t been a big proponent of the Gardasil vaccine.I think if Merck had been upfront and honest about what this vaccine was, they could have avoided much of the controversy that…
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How Do You Get Your Fiber?
How Do You Get Your Fiber? I’ve always had a real problem getting enough fiber in my diet, and (as you can imagine) that can be problematic…But, I won’t bore you with the details of my regularity. Over the years…
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Can The Movie “Mamma Mia” Relieve Stress?
Can a good movie reduce stress? I’ve always believed that smiling and laughing is healing in some way. And, there is a lot of evidence that supports that theory. I also know that for me, music can deeply affect my…
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Could You Be At Risk For A Fatal Medication Error?
Could you or someone you love be at risk for a fatal medication error? It’s more common than you may think. [cross-posted at BlogHer Health and Wellness] A new study shows that (in home) accidental overdoses are on the rise.…
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Take The Trans Out Of Our Fats
Happy to report…I am feeling much better, and ready to talk about the ban on trans fats in California. This is a trend I would definitely like to see continue. Nothing good can come from the consumption of trans fats.…
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Post BlogHer Blues & Bola Virus – How are you feeling?
The Post BlogHer Blues and Bola Virus – How Are You Feeling? (cross-posted at BlogHer) I had a GREAT time at BlogHer ’08 in San Fransisco. But, like all good things, it has come to an end. Now, not only…
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Will You Be Sticking To Your Diet At BlogHer?
My No Dieting Vacation: Will You Be Sticking To Your Diet At BlogHer? I’ve been doing pretty good on my…Not really a diet, diet. Basically, I have lost most of the weight I had gained since last year’s BlogHer conference.…
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Can Yoga Help Reduce Symptoms of Chronic Illness?
Healthy Living: Can Yoga Help Reduce Symptoms of Chronic Illness? — by Catherine Morgan (cross-posted at BlogHer) Back in March, I told you about yet another invisible illness that I’ve had the pleasure of being diagnosed with. Fibromalgia. It was…