For a long time, we’ve been led to believe we need to drink 8 cups of water a day, but “this number doesn’t come from any research,” says Riana... Read the full article on HealthyWomen.org … [Read more...] about The Truth About How Much Water You Should Drink
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The Health Risks That Come With Menopause
Around menopause, your body is changing (as you already know). But did you know that these changes can raise your risk for certain health problems? What is going on? Well, for one, lower levels of estrogen and progesterone can raise your risk of things like heart disease, stroke and osteoporosis. And it's not only estrogen that raises these risks: other changes related to aging—like weight … [Read more...] about The Health Risks That Come With Menopause
3 Ways You Can Minimize Cellulite
Your mom probably called it “cottage cheese,” but it all amounts to the same body bummer — cellulite. Dimples may be cute on your cheeks, but you generally don’t want to see them adorning other body parts. Tough luck. Cellulite likes to collect around your thighs, flanks, upper arms, butt, and even stomach. But you already know that. That’s why you’re here. Read the full article on … [Read more...] about 3 Ways You Can Minimize Cellulite
Melanoma is One of the Most Common Cancers in Adults Under 30—and 13 More Surprising Melanoma Facts
“Of all the types of skin cancers this is the one we worry most about,” says John Zampella, MD, an assistant professor of dermatology at the Ronald O. Perlman Department of Dermatology at NYU Langone Health. That’s because melanoma, if not diagnosed and treated early (when it’s almost always curable), can spread to other parts of the body, becoming hard to treat and potentially deadly. Although … [Read more...] about Melanoma is One of the Most Common Cancers in Adults Under 30—and 13 More Surprising Melanoma Facts
Your Aging Teeth
A while back, I received an email from a reader who was bemoaning the condition of her teeth since entering the "M" phase of life: Menopause. She wrote: "I would like to know if perimenopause affects your teeth. Mine are just falling apart on me suddenly." I'm afraid this type of question will be a perennial one, because at some point, we're all—if we're fortunate—visitors passing through this … [Read more...] about Your Aging Teeth
5 Ways to Keep Your Eyes Healthy Every Day
As we age, our eyes age too, and the risk of eye diseases and conditions— many with no warning signs—climbs.That’s why experts stress the importance of an annual comprehensive eye exam for everyone over age 50. “Just as you’d visit an internist for your annual health check-up, it’s equally important to have your eyes checked each year—even if you’re not experiencing any vision problems,” says … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Keep Your Eyes Healthy Every Day
Heart Disease Symptoms in Women
Heart disease is the number one cause of death and disability in women, accounting for 267,000 deaths in the U.S. each year. Then why do... Read the full article on HealthyWomen.org … [Read more...] about Heart Disease Symptoms in Women
8 Surprising Sleep Stealers
As if there weren’t enough things keeping you tossing and turning each night, here’s a new one: Using short-wave, blue light-emitting e-readers... Read the full article on HealthyWomen.org … [Read more...] about 8 Surprising Sleep Stealers
Menopause and Anxiety
After writing about menopause and hot flashes and stress/anxiety being a possible culprit, I started wondering about the link between menopause and anxiety. How are the two linked? Are women feeling anxious about menopause? Or, is it the other way around: does menopause cause anxiety? Is it a by-product of shifting, dipping, all-over-the-chart hormones? Read the full article on NextTribe.com … [Read more...] about Menopause and Anxiety
6 Things I’d Tell My Younger Self About Aging
Even though it might seem far in the future, aging hits all of us—if we’re lucky. “Your health is your most important asset—and attention to self-care beginning in your teens and early 20s can be instrumental in preventing many life-threatening diseases,” says Dr. Jennifer Mieres, professor of cardiology and senior vice president of Northwell’s Center for Diversity, Inclusion and Health … [Read more...] about 6 Things I’d Tell My Younger Self About Aging