Diseases & Conditions

To Quit Smoking, Skip The E-Cigs

To Quit Smoking, Skip The E-Cigs

January 27, 2016

Electronic cigarettes are widely promoted as a way to help addicted smokers quit. There’s just one problem—they don’t. They may…

Hot Flashes Linked to Heart Disease

Hot Flashes Linked to Heart Disease

Rebecca C. Thurston, PhD | January 27, 2016

More than 70% of women experience hot flashes around the time of menopause. Not only are hot flashes bothersome (to…

7 Common Mistakes That Lead to Constipation
Digestive

7 Common Mistakes That Lead to Constipation

Anish Sheth, MD | January 27, 2016

Secrets to staying “regular”... With so much attention being focused these days on irritable bowel syndrome, colitis, diverticular disease and…

Dr. Kosik’s 6-Step Alzheimer’s Prevention Plan

Dr. Kosik’s 6-Step Alzheimer’s Prevention Plan

Kenneth S. Kosik, MD | January 27, 2016

If someone told you that there was a pill with no side effects and strong evidence showing that it helps…

The Embarrassment Trap
Diseases & Conditions

The Embarrassment Trap

Jamison Starbuck, ND | January 21, 2016

“I’m just so embarrassed about this!” is a phrase that most doctors hear often. I always offer some reassurance, but…

The Embarrassing Symptom No Woman Should Ignore
Women's Health

The Embarrassing Symptom No Woman Should Ignore

January 18, 2016

Chances are, you already know the symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), which apply to both men and women—snoring, snorting,…

Menopause Glossary

Menopause Glossary

January 15, 2016

A abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) bleeding that is abnormal in frequency, severity or duration and is not the same as…

Exotic Tea for Indigestion

Exotic Tea for Indigestion

January 14, 2016

This remedy from India is recommended for quick relief from indigestion… Crush one teaspoon of fenugreek seeds (found online or…

Menopause and Sexuality

Menopause and Sexuality

January 14, 2016

Sexual Issues and Menopause In the years around menopause, you may experience changes in your sexual life. Some women say…

Natural/Alternative Treatments for Menopause Symptoms

Natural/Alternative Treatments for Menopause Symptoms

January 14, 2016

Some women try herbs or other products that come from plants to help relieve hot flashes. Unfortunately, being “natural” doesn't…

What Is Menopause?

What Is Menopause?

January 14, 2016

Menopause is the point in time when a woman's menstrual periods stop. Menopause happens because the ovaries stop producing the…

Menopause and Menopause Treatments Fact Sheet

Menopause and Menopause Treatments Fact Sheet

January 14, 2016

What is menopause? Menopause is the point in time when a woman's menstrual periods stop. Some people call the years…

Menopausal Hormone Therapy

Menopausal Hormone Therapy

January 14, 2016

Some women can use menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) to help control the symptoms of menopause. MHT, which used to be…

Menopause and Your Health

Menopause and Your Health

January 14, 2016

Changes in your body in the years around menopause increase your chances of having certain health problems. Lower levels of…

What Are Common Menopausal Symptoms?

What Are Common Menopausal Symptoms?

January 14, 2016

Menopause affects every woman differently. Some women have no symptoms, but some women have changes in several areas of their…