Are you in your late 30’s or early 40’s and just don’t feel quite “right” or like yourself anymore? As women, when we were in our early teens our mothers and older sisters were there to explain puberty and menstruation to us. As we age, our bodies continue to change, yet once we reach the 40’s many of our mothers are no longer with us any longer. That often leaves...
Have you ever experienced that burning sensation in the lower to the middle part of the chest? This is normally heartburn and doesn’t have anything to do with your heart. This burning sensation happens when the acid from your stomach encounters your esophageal lining. This creates a burning feeling that can travel all the way up to your mouth. Most of the feelings tends to...
The thyroid is a powerful part of your body. The thyroid is a gland that regulates hormones which affects the metabolism. If it is off, even a little, it can make you feel miserable. Disease of the thyroid is actually pretty common since it becomes a problem if it is functioning too low or too high. Unless you are well versed in the implications of an off-balance thyroid, it...
Bariatric surgery is a term for a medical procedure to help an individual lose weight. If weight loss cannot be obtained through exercise and diet alone, surgical means might be the only option. But, for the severely obese, it can be the best option. If their weight is affecting daily life and puts them at risk for other harmful health conditions, their physician may...
Adrenal insufficiency written on book with tablets. Medicine concept. This is becoming more and more prevalent as life and society in general becomes increasingly stressful and fast paced. Many of us work so much and have so many obligations there is very little time left over just for us. This takes a toll on our bodies. What do our adrenal glands do? Your...
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