June 2013 - Page 2 of 2 - Better Health For Women

Hot News Flash! Hormone basics you should know.

Posted on June 18, 2013 by Better Health For Women

THE ROLE OF WOMEN’S HORMONES: Welcome to HORMONES 101. This is an introductory discussion of women’s hormones and how their changing levels can signal the onset of menopause. Let’s begin. There are three major hormones involved in the normal menstrual cycle: estrogen, progesterone and testosterone. Yes, women have testosterone. Each of these hormones has a […] Read More

Be Conscious of Fitness Hygiene

Posted on June 17, 2013 by Better Health For Women

Have you ever thought about how many hands have touched fitness equipment? Or how clean the public shower is at the community pool? With so many women flocking to public places for fitness, it is hard to forget the fact that most places are breeding grounds for germs. Unfortunately, not all people are as germ […] Read More

What are Ovarian Cysts and What Should be Done with Them?

Posted on June 16, 2013 by Better Health For Women

Most women have experienced pelvic pain at one time or another during their reproductive years. Quite often the cause of pelvic pain can be due to ovarian cysts which have ruptured. There are certain features of ovarian cysts to be aware of and it is important to know which ones to follow and which ones […] Read More

Hair Today Gone Tomorrow

Posted on June 10, 2013 by Better Health For Women

It’s that time of year when we start baring more skin. Here is a run down of some of the most popular hair removal techniques and the pros and cons of each. Shaving Pros: Shaving remains the least expensive of all hair removal techniques. Cons: Because hair is not removed from the root, re-growth can […] Read More

New HRT Guidelines from the British Menopause Society

Posted on June 8, 2013 by Better Health For Women

The British medical Society has released updated guidelines on hormone replacement therapy. The new guidelines are published in Menopause International (SAGE XX June 2013.). The new HRT (hormone replacement therapy) recommendations are designed to provide helpful and practical guidelines for health professionals who prescribe HRT and for women who are considering or currently using HRT. […] Read More

Exercise like a Veteran

Posted on June 5, 2013 by Better Health For Women

Memorial Day is a time to remember those who have served our country, past and present. What better way to embrace their legacy than to exercise like the troops? For most of us, the excessive training and intense discipline service members have to endure is a mystery. It’s an idea we accept but don’t truly […] Read More

Gluten Free Diet

Posted on June 5, 2013 by Better Health For Women

Approximately 1% of American adults have gluten allergies which is known as celiac disease. When people with celiac disease eat foods containing gluten their small intestine develops an inflammatory reaction which can be damaging and inhibit absorption of essential nutrients. The major symptoms include diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, weight loss and fatigue. What is important to […] Read More