Are you getting 7 to 9 hours of sleep every night but still feeling fatigued throughout the day? You know it’s not normal. But your doctor says you’re healthy. Maybe you’ve been told it’s all in your head. But there’s another, lesser-known cause you should consider — your hormones. So, what are the hormonal causes […]
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If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), you’re likely familiar with its symptoms, such as infertility, weight gain, type 2 diabetes, and even depression. But PCOS can increase your risk of one major condition that’s too often overlooked — cardiovascular disease (CVD). In this article, we’ll look at
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For those seeking to improve their health through nutrition, the term “superfoods” is appealing. Just imagine — foods that can help you lose that stubborn belly fat, balance your hormones, or even resolve symptoms of an illness. But “superfoods” come and go, largely depending on marketing hype. In fact, bananas were the first to carry
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Polycystic ovarian syndrome, or PCOS, isn’t just a reproductive disorder. It affects every part of your life – mentally, emotionally, and physically. Perhaps you’ve had to deal with the skipped periods, or maybe facial hair and weight gain. All of it might make you feel as if you’re less feminine or that your body is
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Changing body composition throughout your life isn’t unusual. For example, both men and women lose muscle mass and gain fat as we age. This loss of muscle tissue and strength that occurs with age is known as sarcopenia. But did you know it’s also common for even young women to have low muscle mass? And
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If you’ve been trying to conceive for the last couple of years without success, chances are you’re not alone. Some of your close friends may be sharing the same concerns. Your gynecologist may have even told you that it’s happening all over the world. So, why are there declining fertility rates Boston? And what can
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Have you ever started a new routine with incredible energy and motivation – only to have it fizzle out after a week or two? Maybe you tried a new exercise program and felt confident and refreshed, only to feel stressed out and depressed all of a sudden. I know I have. It felt like these
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Your hormones can affect just about everything in your body – your weight, fertility, skin, and even your risk for developing certain conditions. But what about your mood? People often say a woman is “hormonal” if she’s experiencing mood swings. So are your hormones to blame for your mood issues? Is estrogen related to depression?
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At some point in your life, you’ve probably lamented openly about your period woes – the gas, the bloating, the cramps, aches and pains, and more that come like clockwork. Not to mention the diarrhea. Yes, period diarrhea is a real and common phenomenon. Like many people, you may not have thought much of it.
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Many of us don’t think twice about the makeup we wear or the container we use to pack our lunch. We know organic products are supposed to be better, but are they really that different from conventional products? There are toxins – called xenoestrogens – lurking in the products you use every day. Even if
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