Let's face it: women get yeast infections. And, although vaginitis (the medical term for the condition caused by a yeast infection) may sound like a "dirty" word, yeast infections are just a natural part of life and they really don't deserve all the taboo that surrounds them. Yeast infection results from an imbalance of yeast […]

Did you know that one out of 3 women over 50 will suffer a fracture due to osteoporosis. For women over 60 the rate is 1 out of 2. Men don’t fare much better: 1 out of 3 men over 60 will also suffer a fracture due to osteoporosis. According to the international Osteoporosis Foundation, […]

Clinical depression is a growing problem in the developed world, and certain demographics are at higher risk of suffering the damage of the disorder. Women have always faced a higher risk of depression, and the introduction of stress from the radical life changes that occur after childbirth push this risk higher. Post-partum depression is not […]

With an increase in trampoline sales over the past few years it is not surprising that more and more children are hoping for a trampoline this spring.  As with most things, activities children enjoy normally come with a few hazards, and trampoline safety is no stranger to cautious parents. Garden trampolines in particular have been […]

According to the weather forecast, it’s going to be 81 in Atlanta this week so it seems as though ‘spring has sprung’. Lots of us are more interested in fitness when the weather is warm and if getting ripped is important to you, then you need to consider isolate whey protein powder. When it’s warm, […]

I have been a hatha yoga participant for about 25 years and I can testify to its power. However, this article goes beyond anecdotal evidence like mine to the scientific studies that are so powerful in our culture. I don’t need them but many people need scientific proof to be convinced to even experiment with […]

Women are by nature shy. No woman would openly want to talk that she is having problems ''down there'' especially if it involves bacteria in the vagina. Women would not feel so comfortable talking about vaginal issues even with their physician because they find it so embarrassing. Simple home remedies for some vaginal infections, such […]

This is a family blog and many of you have precious pets. I'm a cat person myself and have two spoiled felines who want to be petted 24/7. But dogs are THE most popular pet in the world and many of you have dogs with behavior problems. If digging is driving you nuts, here are […]

What is the meaning of life? I have asked myself many times. I know I have my own journey with this question but when I think of my sister who has just had a baby, I think it has become very simple for her. As soon as she gave birth to her daughter the meaning […]

Hip pain is a common problem that usually occurs to older women. The treatment for hip pain varies depending on the cause of the pain and the severity of the condition. Hip pain in women could be due to several causes. It could be arthritis which is prevalent in women over 50, hip bursitis caused […]