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Using Bioidentical Hormones for Menopause Relief

Using Bioidentical Hormones for Menopause Relief For those of you unfamiliar with the term ‘bioidentical hormones,’ here is a brief explanation. Bioidentical hormones are made to duplicate the molecular structure of the hormones in your own body. Do not confuse them with synthetic hormones. Bioidentical hormones are manufactured for your own body. They cannot be patented. Synthetic hormones such as …

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Memory! What’s that?

I am rapidly approaching 54.  I can’t believe I’ve lived this long—never thought it would happen. It’s odd—I can vividly remember being five-years old, coming back from the coast early from our vacation because Hurricane Camille was approaching shore.  I vividly remember the high winds whipping the car and feeling as though the hurricane was going to catch us.  I …

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Low Intensity Exercise and Weight Control

There’s no doubt that high intensity exercise has benefits, but when it comes to weight loss and cardiovascular health, not everyone is comfortable with working up a drenching sweat. Some people like to take it slower, but still want the benefits that exercise has to offer. Is that possible? According to a new study, low intensity exercise has benefits too …

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Consequences of Osteoporosis (Health Short)

  Please use this site and video series as information only and note it is not intended as advise for treatment of any certain condition. Please see your medical care provider for your health concerns and treatments.Okay now it’s time to get back on track with a little menopause education, we’ve had enough fun, time to get serious again and …

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Keeping Memory Sharp into Old Age

Many believe that memory loss, like getting sick, is inevitable with age. However, the theory doesn’t stand up to those who manage to keep a sharp and focused mind well into their eighties and nineties. While getting older is inevitable, memory does not have to decline so severely as to put you into a nursery home waiting for the release …

Pecans Could be Important for a Healthy Brain

photo credit:laura padgett via photopin cc Pecans Could be Important for a Healthy Brain Eating pecans could be important for a healthy brain and nervous system according to a new study published in Current Topics in Nutraceutical Research. These tasty nuts may even help to slow down progression of motor neuron diseases such as ALS. ALS or amyotropic lateral sclerosis …

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Reduce Waistline With Fitness!

Reduce Waistline With Fitness! Many people – especially women – want a smaller waistline. The seventeen inch waistline of Scarlet O’Hara isn’t obtainable for most women, nor should it be – but remember, she had the advantage of wearing a waist whittling corset. Is it possible to get a smaller waist without corsets or girdles? Why a Smaller Waist is …

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Reduce Belly Fat to Reduce the Risk of Heart Disease

Reduce Belly Fat to Reduce the Risk of Heart Disease Excess belly fat puts both men and women at a greater risk of heart disease, stroke or heart attack.  According to Michael Jensen, M.D. of the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, belly fat can also be the cause of high blood pressure, high levels of triglycerides in the system as …

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Rejuvenate Aging Skin by Replenishing Collagen

Rejuvenate Aging Skin by Replenishing Collagen You’ve seen them at cosmetic counters and drugstores – collagen boosting creams and lotions. They claim to rejuvenate aging skin by replenishing collagen – the protein that gives skin support and keeps it from sagging. Is there any truth to this? Can collagen face products really give you younger looking skin? Collagen and Skin: …

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Women Who Have Menopausal Night Sweats May Live Longer

Up to fifty percent of women of menopausal age experience night sweats – an experience that’s frustrating and disruptive for most. But there may be good news for those women who experience the night sweats of menopause. They may actually live longer than their sweat-free counterparts. Here’s why. Night Sweat of Menopause and Morality –  Are They Related? A study …

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Can Omega-3’s Relieve Menopausal Symptoms?

Menopause can be a challenging time for women. The hot flashes, insomnia, and mood changes can take its toll on even the most stoic of females. Unfortunately, conventional prescription treatments for menopausal symptoms have not proven to be particularly effect and may be risky, particularly the use of hormonal therapy. Herbal treatments haven’t fared much better in treating the symptoms …

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What Causes Skin Wrinkling and How Can We Prevent It?

We all know what a wrinkle looks like and how distressing it can be when you first find one on your own face. Fortunately, we live in a day and age when we can do much to both prevent wrinkles and smooth out ones that have already formed. It’s important to understand what causes a wrinkle to develop so we …