Dr. Oz explains what those shifting hormones do in this short clip. I found it especially interesting that he calls progesterone “The Valium of the brain.” He says it’s the drop in progesterone levels that causes menopausal grumpiness. His suggestion for the woes of menopause? Bioidentical hormones, which I hope to have
Well, the holidays are officially over. Many of us have spent the last week or so removing holiday decorations, and dreaming up how we can possibly lose the five-to-ten pounds we’ve accumulated thanks to a never-ending supply of eggnog and sugar cookies. (Ugghhhh….). The end of the holidays signify a
Completely You: Fitness By Lindsey Emery for Completely You – In a bad mood? We’ve got a smile-inducing workout routine for you! Studies show that exercise really improves your mood. All you need is 10 or 20 minutes. Got 10 Minutes? Kick Some Booty! “If you’re in a bad, mad-at-the-world
Completely You: Health By Completely You – If you don’t already have a list of blogs that you check regularly, you should. “It can help you feel like a more active participant in your own health — and help you make smarter choices,” says health coach Nicole Burley, who encourages
Completely You: Lifestyle By Karen Cicero for Completely You – Surprise: More new year’s resolutions than you’d think still go strong after six months — in fact, at least 40 percent of them do, according to John C. Norcross, Ph.D., a professor of psychology at the University of Scranton and
Life & Beauty Weekly: Health By Rachel Naud for Life & Beauty Weekly – It’s a new year and, once again, “getting fit” or “staying in shape” is at the top of your resolution list. But if the thought of spending hours on the treadmill or doing a zillion sit-ups
Completely You: Health By Mikki Kalish for Completely You – When you’re trying to lose weight, do you spend time unhappily pushing the scale around the bathroom floor until you get a satisfactory reading? Do you weigh yourself once a day? Twice a day? Every day? Do you feel good
Submitted by Hugh Woodward – Houston, TX – Hormones drive many aspects of our lives: how we feel, energy levels, mood, muscle tone, fat, sleep, sex drive, how productive we are and more. Many of the unpleasant signs we are getting older are driven by declining hormone levels as we
Aging is a natural process, not a disease. Staying healthy and fit with proper diet and exercise helps avert many of the worst effects of aging and reduces the risk for disease and disability. Older adults have special healthcare needs that can make their medical care more complicated. More than
By Wendie Pett – Are you one that starts every January 1st making “new” New Year’s Resolutions? ….Saying to yourself or those around you, “I’m going to start working out and eating healthy.” How about, “I’m going to stop spending so much money.” Or, “I’m going to quit smoking.” Maybe
Completely You: Fitness By Robin Hilmantel for Completely You – No matter how big a fitness buff you might be, sticking with the same workout routine week after week can turn exercise into a chore. Re-energize your workout with one of these new calorie-blasting fitness trends so you can stay
By Jonathan and Nancy Risworth – If you read Part One of this article you will remember that exercise for women is no different to that for men. Instead Of Thinking About Performing Special Exercises Because You Are A Woman, Think About Performing Specific Workouts For Specific Goals Let’s assume
By Mirabai Holland, MFA – Well it’s January again, and we’re all wondering if we can really stick with those New Year’s resolutions. If getting in shape, and staying, there is one of yours, it’s probably not the first time you’ve tried it. I’ve spent a lot of my career
By Kathleen & Phil Cooke – The greatest secret to making New Year’s resolution’s work is understanding the power of change. Want to lose weight? Get a better job? Go back to college? Find a spouse? Get closer to God? Whatever it is, understand that real change is one of
By Sharon O’Day – The holidays have peaked. You’re sitting back, basking in the warmth of family joy. There are leftovers in the fridge and bags of torn wrappings ready for garbage pickup. (“Hmmm, there must be a more environmental way… but the little ones do love to tear off
By Susan Stilwell – Some of the top resolutions each year include health and fitness. After a month of holiday parties, sweet treats and big meals, our attention turns to healthier habits, specifically eating and exercise. While membership at a gym or weight loss organization can help with your goals,
By Jonathan and Nancy Risworth – To be straight up – whatever exercise program works for a guy is going to work for a woman – We may seem to be from different galaxies at times, but when it comes to our bodies, we both have muscles, joints and body
By Kelly McElrea – When I think about Health and Wellness I know that it is about so much more than just what you put into your mouth. While that is important, it is really secondary to many other areas of life. If you are out of balance, it is
By Alice Burron – If the thought of jumping in the car and going to the gym makes you want to run and hide, or just the word “exercise” makes your heart race, never fear – let me introduce to you a concept which will then become your new friend
By Katie Brind’Amour – The verdict is in. Diabetes is as much of a risk factor for death from a stroke or heart attack as pre-existing cardiovascular disease. Over 9,200 women aged 68 and over are the proof researchers needed to draw the connection: Type 2 diabetes puts you at
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