Catch up on the latest health legislation, honest discussions about our bodies, and “I Have” essays from women’s personal experiences. Whether mental or physical The Frisky discusses each disease, concern, or condition to encourage open conversation.
A recent stress study by the American Psychological Association put together a profile of the most stressed-out person in America: she’s a mom in her late 20s or early 30s who makes less than $50,000 a year, and she probably needs a hug. The study found that women are more stressed than men in general, and that Americans […]
Oh, unholy of holies. Too much TV-watching is causing high blood pressure in young children! It seems that kids who spend more hours in front of the screen, even if they’re thin and in shape, have significantly higher diastolic and systolic blood pressures than those who don’t watch much TV. Joey Eisenmann, the senior author […]
As women, we hear a lot about what we should and shouldn’t do to our bodies. Drink this much water, take x-amount of these vitamins, or stay away from certain foods … it’s so confusing! What’s a girl to do? Can you get pregnant while you’re on your period? Do antibiotics decrease the effectiveness of […]
A team of evolutionary geneticists have determined what really caused menopause in women: men. It was previously thought that women evolved to become infertile after a certain age so that they could care for their grandchildren and coddle the next of kin. But evolutionarily speaking, that turned out to be a load of crap because, […]
Both braces and Invisalign are used for straightening teeth, but little do you know that they offer far more than just that. A huge reason for wearing both is for correcting bite issues, which oftentimes require special treatment. In this article, we are going to discuss both Invisalign and braces and hopefully come to a […]
During his first appearance on the Tonight Show, comedian Ryan Hamilton shared this observation: “Here’s how life goes. Tripping – young. Falling – old.” Hamilton is right – older adults fall. A lot. In fact, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (CDC): ● 30 million adults 65 and older fall every […]
CBD is recently gaining a lot of popularity for its therapeutic effects and is touted as a cure for almost anything. However, people who are looking to give it a try, often wonder if it could suit their individual needs. Could CBD improve, treat or cure the symptoms of the condition you are facing? Here […]
When I was growing up I had a friend who was as aloof as she was glamorous. She had a way of holding the cutest and most charming boys in her thrall and all the girls wanted her to like them. Whenever she had problems with her romances, her schoolwork, her friends or her family, […]
Building muscle mass is an intensive task that will require a combination of resistance, nutrition and proper supplementation. Taking supplements to lose weight or add muscle helps for better results from your exercise routine. The right supplements, like Optimum Nutrition Amino Energy, can improve your physical performance as you perform resistance training while also stimulating […]
