The burning and discomfort resulting from excess stomach acid causes untold misery to many. Acid reflux disease can cause suffering, lost productivity at work, difficulty enjoying meals and even eating disorders in severe cases. On the plus side, though, reducing excess stomach acid can prove as simple as changing the foods you eat. What are […] Read more…
The term “menorrhagia” refers to unusually heavy menstrual bleeding. Typically, a woman’s period consists of anywhere from one to three days of heavier bleeding with an additional two to three days of lighter flow. Women suffering menorrhagia, however, may bleed heavily for five days, rarely more, and the amount of blood they lose exceeds the […] Read more…
Once a girl goes through puberty and gets her period, it’s essential to see a gynecologist regularly. Not only will the doctor perform an exam to ensure her reproductive system is healthy, but they can also answer questions about birth control, changes in the menstrual cycle, STD prevention and more. Still, many won’t know what […] Read more…
When Aunt Flo flies into town, many women suffer pain — some mild, some debilitating. Many women today also shy away from using over-the-counter medications to treat the monthly moans and groans in favor of natural treatments. One such cure from nature is menstrual massage. Do you know how to massage away menstrual pain? Women […] Read more…
Few things can derail an entire day, or even longer, like a bad tummy ache. For most people, food is associated with pleasurable emotions. That makes evolutionary sense even though, with today’s sedentary lifestyles, consuming too much can lead to adverse health effects. But what about those who frequently experience stomach pain immediately after eating? […] Read more…
I distinctly remember the day I introduced my boyfriend to the concept of being “hangry.” I remember thinking, “Apparently men have a magic shutoff switch between their bellies and their brain that women lack.” He had never heard of the phenomenon that pretty much plagued me daily. Why do some people get so unbearably hungry, […] Read more…