Posted by admin | Posted in Women's Health | Posted on 03-02-2011
Being a woman can be so complex and interesting at the same time. They have the ability to multi-task and the capability to extend over their limits and abilities. They have the ability to give birth and give it the kind of nurture that it needs to live a life of its own.
Women go through several phases, do many things and take in so many responsibilities that they sometimes forget to care for themselves.
Health care among women is usually put aside because of the massive tasks that a woman undertakes. This means that they should take extra nutrition and care. There are many common diseases that women experience, some of which are osteoporosis, anemia, weight gain, depression and anxiety. They may be perceived as simple symptoms but if not cared for, it can become a serious health risk. Not doing the proper care for a woman’s health can be put a woman at risk with some health issues that are exclusive for women alone. An example of which is breast cancer.
Breast cancer is one of the top causes for death by cancer among women. It occurs when a cell in the breast goes under some change that could cause it to grow uncontrollably.
There is no definite way of preventing it but what women can do is to try reduce the risk and to detect it in its earliest stage.
Getting a breast massage can reduce the risk of cancer. Doing a self care massage can stimulate increased lymph and improve the blood flow towards the breast. Gently knead and squeeze the breast and rub and stroke it with the palms and fingers to not put too much pressure. Massages can also be a great way to detect lumps around the breast.
In general, women should know how to care for themselves and the proper way to do it is to follow a good diet and a healthy lifestyle.
Women should always be hydrated. Drink about 8-12 glasses of water to gain extra energy throughout the day.
Try to avoid drinks like coffee, tea and carbonated drinks because the high sugar level of these drinks is not healthy if taken in too much. Get a hobby to relieve stress and anxiety, or better yet, get a massage at least once a month to relax those muscles and to release the stress and tension in the body.
Always start the day by eating breakfast. Try not to skip meals whether at home or at work. Eat a lot of fiber rich foods like fresh fruits and vegetable. Make sure to increase the intake of protein and an adequate amount of carbohydrates in the diets. Make that diet calcium rich and do some exercise and work out as well to avoid becoming a victim of osteoporosis and to stay fit and healthy.
Try to get a regular health checkup because it is a great way to detect health complications at an early stage. Try to get as much as 8 hours of sleep everyday to have more energy the following day.
Being a woman is awesome but having a good health is even better. This simple nutrition tips can help in living a healthier and happier life. Be proud to be a woman and show the world that other than the things that women have in their life, caring for women’s health is still number one!
Posted by admin | Posted in Pregnancy | Posted on 05-04-2010
If you know what to look for the symptoms of ovulation are very easy to spot. Ovulation usually occurs 12-16 days after the first day of your last period. During ovulation your body will make some slight changes such as a change in vaginal secretions, slight cramping, elevated body temp, and sometimes it may be accompanied by some very light spotting. You have most likely seen or felt these changes before but paid no attention to them, as they are very subtle in nature. Noticing these changes are not difficult you just need to pay close attention to your body.
The first step to noticing changes in your body is to know your body very well; this is usually extremely simple for women as we are very intuitive by nature Just another plus of being a woman. The first symptom of ovulation is your vaginal secretions will increase and become almost the consistency of raw egg whites, this occurs because of a change in hormones.
Two to three days before ovulation you will notice this increase of clear slippery vaginal discharge, during these days you are fertile but, the last day of the vaginal discharge you are most fertile. This is because it is on this last day of discharge or the day after, that ovulation actually occurs. Remember, sperm can live up to five days in the vagina so even if you have not ovulated having intercourse on these days is very beneficial.
The second symptom of ovulation is slight cramping; this cramping you may feel is often called mittelschmerz which means middle pain in German. Middle pain is usually felt on the side you’re ovulating on. This is caused by the release and movement of the unfertilized egg down the fallopian tube. For me this is not a constant pain it is usually just one of those “ouch what was that?” and then it is gone however, and this may occur several times during the day.
Pain associated with ovulation may occur every month but, for some reason usually occurs every third month. In most women the pain disappears within 6 to 8 hours but, can persist for 24 to 48 hours. You may also experience nausea, bloating, frequent urination, and pain during intercourse however, this is uncommon.
It is at this time you may also notice a slight pink tint in the vaginal secretions, don’t worry this is completely normal. These signs and symptoms may vary from woman to woman but, one way to surely tell is to check your basal body temperature. After ovulation a woman’s basal body temperature will rise 0.4-1 degrees.
As well as the symptoms listed here, many women report that during this time they actually have an increased desire to have sex. This is simply your body’s way of making sure all of its hard work does not go to waste. After all you know what they say it takes two to tango!
I know this may seem like a lot to take in right now but, in the long run becoming more familiar with your body and all its working structures will not only help you identify the symptoms of ovulation but, can also help you get pregnant in the shortest period of time.
Posted by admin | Posted in Women's Health | Posted on 06-02-2010
The major reason of death in women in the United States happens to be heart disease. Heart stroke and disease is also the main reason of long-term disability. No matter what your age is prevention of heart disease is not that difficult, you just need to be a bit careful and follow certain tips.
Include lots of fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and lean meats in your diet. This can prevent heart disease and at the same time is very good for your overall health. Maintaining a healthy weight is equally important. Smoking can be really dangerous and results in high blood pressure, hypertension, and of course heart attacks. A cigarette alone reduces a day in your life. If you smoke, quit it today itself and if you don’t never ever think about it.
Make exercise a part of your daily routine. 30 minutes of daily exercise is required. If you find 30 minutes a bit to long, you may begin with 10 minutes and gradually increase it. Exercise is not only going to keep your heart healthy, it is going to keep you fresh and full of energy. Women should avoid drinking alcohol. Even if you have to, try to limit it to a minimum to keep your heart from complaining. Get your cholesterol level checked regularly. High blood cholesterol can block your arteries and this does not allow your heart the amount of blood it needs to function properly and may result in heart attacks.
Get yourself testes for diabetes. People having diabetes show no symptoms and hence regular checkups are essential. Diabetes itself increases the chances of heart diseases. Being a woman, you may need to take care of various spheres of life which may cause immense stress. Try to lower the stress level by going on for holidays or simply going out with friends.
Posted by admin | Posted in Women's Health | Posted on 26-11-2009
Being a woman in today’s demanding world is not easy. Today’s woman must hold down a job. She must also take care of the household, cook the meals, shop for groceries, pay the bills, do the laundry, drive the kids to activities and keep her husband happy. So when does she have time to take care of herself? Women today have failing health because they are trying to do too much for other people and they don’t do enough for themselves. Read on to discover a few things a woman can do to improve her health the natural way.
First of all, eat a healthy diet. You may think this is impossible with your hectic lifestyle, but it is not if you get creative. Stop buying junk food for the home. Stock up on fruits and vegetables instead. Take a few minutes and divide fruits such as strawberries, grapes, blueberries or other healthy snacks into individual ziplock baggies. Then when you are on the go and need a snack, just grab a baggie and go! You can find other creative ways to enhance your diet if you just think about it. Eating healthy is the first step to a better you.
Next, you have got to do something to decrease the stress in your life. This means taking some time to yourself. Do whatever you need to do to make time for yourself. This will mean saying no to either your kids, your husband or family and friends when they ask you do that “one little thing” for them.
Once you have some time to yourself, learn to meditate. Mediation is the easiest and most effective stress buster there is. It can energize you and make your day run so much smoother. Another way to bust up the stress is to exercise. You can choose what type of exercise you want to do. Some women love to dance, others will take long walks, while some women bust up the stress by kickboxing or weight lifting. It doesn’t matter what type of exercise you do as long as you enjoy it. If you enjoy it, you will look forward to your exercise routine every day.
Now that you are eating right and have gotten your stress levels under control, this next thing should fall into place almost automatically. It is important that you maintain a healthy weight. If you are overweight lose it. If you are a healthy weight, maintain it. You can do this by eating right and exercising. Women have a hard time getting rid of fat as they grow older. So to avoid being obese in your later years, stay at a healthy weight before you get there.
There you have some great tips on how to improve your health. Remember, even though you are a woman, you are not invincible. Make it a priority to take care of yourself. You deserve to live a long and healthy life.
