Most women want to look their best and are concerned about their skin. The skin is the body's largest organ. It is also what people see first about a person. Beautiful skin is also a reflection of health. It makes you appear radiant and feel good from the inside out. But you don't have to spend a lot of money to make your skin look perfect. A flawless, glowing complexion can be achieved by following the practices of holistic skin care for most...more
If you have neck and shoulder pain because of a bulky handbag you are not alone. Thousands of people everyday lug around a handbag that is over sized. Some women are having neck and shoulder pain and they are not even aware that the cause of this stress on their shoulders is because of a heavy handbag.There is a healthy back bag made specifically to address this dilemma. Its ergonomic design is manufactured in a way that diverts the weight on...more
Ovarian cysts are are mainly due to an imbalance of hormones. I don't mean Menopause but an imbalance of hormones due to many life-style factors. Ovarian cysts are a common occurrence. They are mostly common during child bearing years. But ovarian cysts can become cancerous especially after menopause.If you have been experiencing any of these symptoms, then you may also have ovarian cysts. Ovarian Cyst Symptoms and signs are:* pressure, swelling, or pain in the abdomen* pelvic pain* dull ache in the lower back and thighs* problems passing urine completely* pain during sex* weight gain* pain during your period* abnormal bleeding* nausea or vomiting* breast tendernessBut of course, it is important that you understand that many woman don't present any symptoms at all! When these cysts are tiny they usually won't cause any symptoms.Is there a way of preventing ovarian cysts? Contrary to what you have been told the answer is Yes! Don't let anyone tell you it can't be done.If you are willing to change your life-style and eating habits then you should be able to prevent ovarian cysts.Not only are these life-style changes needed for prevention but they are also important in eliminating...more
It does not matter what size you are, so long as you look amazing on your prom day. The good news is that there are far more options for those who may weigh a bit more or have a uniquely shaped body than there every have been. To look great on prom, take some time to choose the right dress. Ultimately, you want to show off the right curves and down...more
If you are considering having tubal ligation surgery, you need to learn more about Post Tubal Ligation Syndrome (ptls). While we don't really know what percentage of women suffer from this problem, figures available online vary from 2% all the way up to 35%. That's because the medical community as a whole doesn't think ptls is a real side effect of...more
Have you ever gazed at a painting by Monet and felt as if you had been instantly transported to a lovely garden in Giverny, France? Have you ever walked into a flower shop and felt wonderfully overcome by the blended fragrances of sterling roses, stargazer lilies, and English lavender? Or have you perhaps recently redecorated your master bedroom in your favorite colors and have now created your perfect sanctuary? As women, we tend to be the caretakers of everyone around us, leaving little, if any, time for ourselves. For that reason, it's important that we circumvent the outer chaos of our hectic lives by surrounding ourselves with things that evoke calm and tranquility, if only for moments at a time. And those "things" can be as different and unique as each woman is different and unique. We've all heard the old saying "Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder." And so it is with this concept of surrounding ourselves with beauty. It's whatever elicits and captures this visceral response for you. And if you've been tightening your purse strings of late, try any of these budget-friendly, simple, but effective, "beauty" tips:1. Buy fresh flowers from your local Farmers Market, where...more
Overcoming the 12 hidden crises of working womenAre you a professional woman longing for a radical change?You are not alone.According to my research—a yearlong national study in partnership with the Esteemed Woman Foundation—seven out of 10 women...more
Every woman wants to feel and look great. Some women want to look good for their husbands or boyfriends, some for strangers they don't even know and some want it for themselves. The reasons might be different but they can't achieve it without some...more
An ectopic pregnancy is one of the saddest things that can happen during pregnancy. It is a pregnancy that is implanted outside the uterus. Typically, pregnancies develop in the pelvic or abdominal region. The most common type of ectopic pregnancy is...more
When a woman becomes pregnant, it is always imperative that she will take care of her health in a more careful manner than ever. Because pregnancy involves the phase wherein a baby is prepared for its entry into the world in her mother's womb, it is...more
For a majority of pregnant women, the toughest part about the first phase of pregnancy is bouts with morning sickness. Morning sickness refers to those symptoms that pregnant women experience such as vomiting and nausea. The symptoms affect...more
Pregnancy nowadays is safer and less life threatening than what it was ages ago when doctors would use crude methods. Modern technology has made delivery less painful unlike in the past wherein a woman is almost wading in her own blood during a...more