Some of my friends are excited about the new oral contraceptive that eliminates periods. But it worries me. Does anyone know what happens when you stop menstruating for a long time? It just seems unnatural.
Two studies found that women with high nonfasting triglyceride levels (measured after a meal) had a much higher risk of cardiovascular problems.
Increasing portion sizes mean we consume more calories, which has contributed to the increase in obesity among Americans. Discipline and changes in habits can help us reduce how much we eat, while still maintaining a good nutritional balance.
The habits and behaviors of a healthy lifestyle can also reduce the risk of stroke: don’t smoke, exercise, keep cholesterol and blood presure as low as possible, and eat a healthy diet.
A study found that a series of head movements known as the Epley maneuver was an effective and safe treatment for those suffering from vertigo.
As people get older, they are at greater risk of falling, and it also becomes more difficult for them to get up after a fall, which may complicate injuries.
People who suffer from periodic leg movement disorder, which disrupts sleep, may find that intense exercise during the day results in fewer leg movements during sleep and improved sleep quality.
For those with social anxiety disorder, social situations are highly distressing. The condition may stem from self-image and fear of being judged by others. Treatment typically involves cognitive behavioral therapy and an anti-anxiety medication.
Studies have found that MRI tests used in addition to mammography detected more cancers in women at high risk for breast cancer. Women at average risk would not necessarily benefit from the additional testing.
I take Fosamax with vitamin D and a multivitamin that contains vitamin D. Now I see my calcium tablets also have vitamin D in them. Am I in danger of getting too much of this vitamin?