And I want to say this now: Endo is awful. It sucks how long it takes to be diagnosed, and its horrible how it affects our lives. The pain and suffering are real, and I hear you loud and clear, ladies. But I also firmly believe that there’s another way when it comes to treatment. I was offered the standard care of hormones and ahysterectomy, and I declined both. So why did I feel confident walking away from the conventional treatments?...
Susan is the successful owner and operator of four metropolitan home design studios. She’s attractive, intelligent, and confident. Shes also involved in an affair with a married man. It starts with passion. The single men just made a date. They didnt have to engage in clandestine plans and think of elaborate excuses. And why would she stay with him if he doesnt continue to work that magic that won her?...
Building lean muscle is one of the best things we can do for our health. Lean muscle helps your body burn calories long after workouts are over and also works to boost our energy. Most people believe that the only way to build muscle is to put in countless hours of strength training. And while thats certainly a key factor, its not theonlyfactor. Here are my five favorite ways to boost muscle growth outside of the gym....
Colon hydrotherapy, otherwise known as a colonic, is a natural alternative medicine treatment. Reset your gut Sign up for our FREE ultimate gut health guide featuring healing recipes & tips. My first colonic was during a spa day in Bali. The hydrotherapist was great, but I experienced severe cramping during the procedure. I felt like my stomach was exploding, and the therapist massaged my abdomen to relieve the cramps. Eventually, the pain subsided, and after the procedure I felt great....
If you get hangry and you know it, raise your hand. Hungry and angry’s evil spawn is ubiquitous and growing. This staggering statistic goes beyond just feeling irritable and craving sugary foods and carbs. These serious blood sugar problems are also the leading driving force of heart attacks, strokes andinflammation-spectrum problemsat large. Want to know something amazing, though? Every meal you eat will either feed health or feed disease. There is no neutral food, no Switzerland meal....
Since discovering the original form of hotyogasix years ago, Bikram has been the one constant in my life. Cities, jobs, and boyfriends have all come and gonebut Bikram has been my rock. There are few things in life that make me happier. After dipping my toes in, I wanted to prove to myself that I could do it. The rules were simple: Practice 30 times in 30 days. Piece of cake, right?...
Two years ago, my new husband and I found ourselves in a difficult place. Though deeply in love and thrilled to be together, sex was a struggle. As healthy, confident, experienced and open-minded adults, we were stumped. Therapy helped, but one issue remained the same. How do you deal when everything is perfect except sex? Yet, we wanted the deep, passionate sex that everyone longs for. We decided that we’d rather have a life together with hit-and-miss sex than not be together at all....
We all have an innate ability tostrengthen our intuitionandreceive spiritual guidance. The first step is simply being aware that you have a gift. You read into your dreams on the regular. If you are someone who often remembers your dreams, don’t take it for granted. Write them down in a journal to see if anything comes to fruition. You have visionsand they often come true. Notice whether you have any emotional attachment to your visions as well....
Instead, they’re full of energy and vibrancy. Here’s what happened. The food. The exercise. I don’t wear a fitness tracker, but my phone catches most of my steps. And by the end of the day, I had typically walked between 12 and 13 miles! Here’s what happened. I was worried late dinners would leave me sleepless for my entire trip, but I was wrong. In reality, I’ve never slept better....
Hemp Heartsare considered a nutritional powerhouse for the range of health benefits that they offer the body. They top the protein charts. These little seeds pack a big nutritional punch. Meet your new pantry staple. This process leaves a soft, rich, and nutty addition to any meal. The fun part: How I use Hemp Hearts. After realizing how simple it is to make (and the difference in flavor!) Ive had a very difficult time turning back to store-bought nut milks....
Aside from being uncomfortable, bloating can be a major confidence-killer. Its also super-commoneven people who work out regularly and generally eat well deal with it. That said, talk to your doctor if your bloating is persistent or severe. Sometimes it can be a symptom of an underlying health issue. The good news is that what we eat (and dont eat) can usually help. If you want to feel better fast, try this one-day de-bloating plan....
To sit or not to sit, that is the question! Public toilet seats are a polarizing topicno doubt about it. But as a doctor who focuses on women’s health, I get questions about this all the time. Below, I answer some of the most common questions about public toilet seat safety. Can you get an STD or any other infection from sitting on a toilet seat? The couple of infections that come to mind are herpes simplex virus and human papillomavirus....
Worst of all, the process to rid your body of these can be quite a taxing experience. It involves a restrictive diet that aims to “starve” the pathogens along with antifungal supplements. This means no grains, fruit, soy, legumes, or starchy veggies. Goodbye, my glorious sweet potato… My sugar cravings got super intense and then disappeared. I had actual dreams about brownies and my mind would wander to sweets whenever it got the chance....
