Author: healthtost
Ask any young millennial or older Gen Z woman about birth control and there’s a good chance she was put on it at a young age. Many took it for reasons other than pregnancy prevention, such as to help with acne or regulate periods. It’s incredible that it has become so accessible and gives people more autonomy over their bodies and their reproductive choices, and it has revolution the lives of people with wombs. Unfortunately, birth control can also have several side effects. More and more people have become aware of the effects that long-term (and sometimes short-term) use of…
This February, we’ll see several new releases perfect for adults, kids and families. If your kids will be home on a break from school, there are plenty of shows and movies you can all enjoy together — even if it’s from the comfort of your couch. Below, we’ve got what to watch for in February, information on each option and their release date. If you’re anxiously awaiting one of these titles, you can mark it in your calendar. This month, there’s only one movie coming to theaters for kids. If you have a “Peppa Pig” fan in your house, it’s…
Hi to all! Today’s post is all about helping athletes of any level, including the average very active person, determine their carbohydrate nutritional needs. I work with a significant number of people who fit this description across a range of demographics from teenagers and beyond. Two common trends I see regularly include: A misunderstanding of the importance of carbohydrates for overall health and athletic performance A measurable under-consumption of carbohydrate-rich foods that is likely to cause a decrease in performance Of course, I don’t like to see this – though I love helping to fix it! Which brings us to…
Almost all lifters will experience some type of shoulder discomfort during their training life. The complexity of the shoulder joint, combined with the fact that it is used in every upper body exercise means that it is particularly vulnerable. In this article, we will look at 9 shoulder exercises for shoulder pain. They’ll help you build strong, healthy and injury-resistant shoulders, and they can all be done at home. They are simple exercises, using only home gym equipment and the techniques are easy to learn. They are very safe shoulder exercises and they are effective. By following this program you…
When Stephen Miller left primary care practice to work in public health a little less than two years ago, he said, he was shocked by how many syphilis cases the clinic was seeing. For decades, rates of sexually transmitted infections have been low. But the Hamilton County Health Department in Chattanooga — a mid-sized city surrounded by national forests and located in the gentle Tennessee foothills — was seeing several syphilis patients a day, Miller said. A nurse who has worked at the clinic for decades told Miller that the surge of patients was a radical change from the norm.…
Shoulder mobility is a critical aspect of overall upper body strength and flexibility. Whether you are an athlete, fitness enthusiast, or someone looking to improve their daily quality of life, maintaining healthy and mobile shoulders is essential. One of the best ways to achieve this is through a well-structured shoulder warm-up routine. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the importance of warming up your shoulders and provide you with a detailed plan that includes both dynamic and static stretches, mobility exercises, and activation exercises. By following these steps, you can prevent injury, improve your shoulder flexibility, and improve your…
Hello friends! How’s your day going? Thank you so much for the lovely birthday wishes for Miss P. I read them all to her and she loved them. (She also LOVED everyone singing “Happy Birthday!”) I’ll be sure to recap the birthday celebrations in a post after her party. 🙂 For today, I have a brand new workout for you, combining two of my very favorite tools: the kettlebell and the TRX suspension trainer. (Wearing Nike, lulu cropsthat too Zella tank which I later realized was in and out for all these photos. Derp. haha) TRX Kettlebell Circuit Workout Kettlebells…
Hello reader! Greetings from Relatable Science! We hope this email finds you well and glowing. Today marks the halfway point in our glittering series. We’re in part two of building the perfect routine to fade those stubborn dark spots. As every week, we bring you valuable information about the world of skin care. So let’s jump into it Relatable Skincare Report focus on a critical step in your beauty routine – Choosing the right exfoliator for brighter skin. Why exfoliation matters✨ Exfoliation is the key to unlocking glowing skin by removing dead cells, unclogging pores and promoting cell renewal. If…
Trauma sticks with you and can affect many different parts of life. Unfortunately, 70% of adults they have experienced a trauma in their life. Everyone responds to trauma differently, and both sexual and non-sexual trauma can affect our sex lives. I won’t pretend to be able to speak to all the ways that trauma interacts with sexuality. Instead, I’ll offer some of the tips that have worked best for my clients (and myself) on intimacy after trauma, while respecting that you may have different methods that work for you. Identifying stress/trauma reactions Here are four examples of acute stress reactions:…
Sarah and her husband were thrilled to find out she was pregnant on New Year’s after a few months of trying. After an initial appointment to confirm the pregnancy, she resumed her normal life patterns but noticed intermittent spotting. While she knew this was possible early in the pregnancy, it made her anxious and very aware of bleeding every day. Around 7 weeks, there was a day of heavier bleeding that caused concern and led her to follow up with her doctor, fearing a possible miscarriage, but her hCG levels were still rising. At her first ultrasound a few days…