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As we celebrate Women’s Health Week, Lisa’s journey reminds us of the profound impact a strong support network can have on mental health. Lisa, a mother, supporter and staunch supporter of mental health awareness, has faced enormous challenges yet continues to thrive through the power of connection and community. Lisa’s story began with a devastating tragedy in her late teens, which profoundly shaped her mental health journey. “I live with anxiety, panic disorder, CPTSD and depression,” she explains. “Certain stages of life, like perinatal and now perimenopausal, have been particularly challenging for me.” For years, Lisa struggled in silence, self-healing…
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our site, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. Until a few months ago, I didn’t think my sleeping habits were a problem. For most of my life, I’ve been lucky enough to sleep soundly without waking up all night. But, regardless of whether I have 10 hours or 5 hours, I always I wake up groggy and feel like I’ve been hit by a train. I recently realized that it’s not my actual sleep that makes me feel more tired during the day – it’s my bedtime.…
While orgasms are definitely not the ‘point’ of sex, you have to admit – they’re a pretty nice bonus. As the most enjoyable muscle contractions out there, they also provide you with many health benefits. Every time you climax, your body releases a cocktail of chemicals that boost your mood, help you sleep, and reduce your anxiety. Orgasms: health to your health.™️ But here’s the thing about your orgasm. Its intensity is based on the tone and strength of your pelvic floor, a hammock-shaped muscle group located at the base of your core. It structurally supports your bladder and –…
Congratulations mom-to-be! You’ve reached the final leg of your pregnancy – the Third Trimester! Your due date is knocking on your door and very soon you will be holding a cute, cute newborn in your arms. Before you welcome your child into your life, you should welcome the different types of third trimester pregnancy challenges. You will not only go through a rollercoaster of emotions – sad, crying like a baby or smiling while thinking about your future baby, but also various physical changes such as hair loss or changes in your skin. What skin changes would you notice in…
The Nutrition Network has introduced a new online training program, “Exercise for the Treatment and Prevention of Disease.” This training is designed to provide health care providers, fitness instructors, and the general public with the knowledge and tools necessary to incorporate exercise as a central component in the prevention and treatment of chronic disease.A Transformative Approach The training program begins with fundamental concepts such as cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) and exercise capacity, progressing to advanced topics such as individualized exercise prescription, integration of exercise with medication management, and strategies for addressing diverse patient populations. Through evidence-based strategies, hands-on case studies, and…
Older women struggling with urinary incontinence may benefit from regular, low-intensity exercise, with yoga as well as stretching and strength training showing benefits in a new study published Aug. 27 in Annals of Internal Medicine. The research, led by scientists at Stanford Medicine and the University of California, San Francisco, is part of a larger effort to identify low-risk, low-cost ways to treat one of the most common health problems women face as they age. After 12 weeks of a low-impact yoga program, study participants had about 65% fewer incontinence episodes. Women in a control group who did stretching and…
In the world of severe erectile dysfunction, there’s really only one treatment option, and that’s a penile implant…and yet, it can seem like a drastic option for many men. A penile implant or inflatable penile prosthesis is an elegant and discreet solution for patients who are otherwise unable to achieve an erection of any kind. For starters, a penile implant can treat both intractable erectile dysfunction and significant penile curvature known as Peyronie’s Disease. In the penile implant market, there are two dominant players – Boston Scientific and Coloplast. They manufacture and market penile implants known as AMS 700 and…
A recent one Gallup poll on happiness shows that of the 142 countries and regions surveyed, approx Four out of ten adults reported experiencing significant amounts of stress. Stress affects everyone differently – consciously and unconsciously – and especially between men and women. The more scientists and medical professionals study these distinctions, the better care solutions we can provide. This article examines differences in the ways women and men report experiencing and managing stress, as well as potential gender differences in stress response. Women are more stressed than men From the representative sample of over 3,000 adults, the American Psychological…
Choosing a name for your baby boy can seem like a monumental task, especially when you want it to have deep meaning. If you are inspired by the divine qualities associated with Lord Ganesha, this guide presents a selection of unique names that not only resonate with spiritual essence but also exemplify cultural heritage. Short summary: Names inspired by Lord Ganesha symbolize wisdom, strength and new beginnings. These names reflect characteristics such as resilience, intelligence and prosperity. Choosing a name rooted in tradition can invoke blessings for your child. When it comes to naming a baby, many parents find themselves…
(Originally written September 2015, last updated August 2024) As fall approaches, are you itching to get back into your normal routines? Summer adventures are great, but after a while, it’s nice to put some aspects of life on autopilot to facilitate healthy living. Now is the perfect time to assess whether your healthy eating routines could use an improvement. How are you doing with the following? Regular meal planning and shopping A weekly meal prep A lunchtime habit If you do everything regularly, high five! If not, which would make the biggest difference for you? Focus on that before you…