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.
Another day, another creative way to lose weight. Discovered on Facebook, the “Moonlight Sonata” Diet is easy. You can eat whatever you want, but you have to be standing in front of a mirror, watching yourself, and listening to Beethoven’s “Moonlight Sonata” through the duration of your meal. I’m just waiting for a celebrity to […]
Most likely, when you take a trip to the doctor for your annual physical, you are given a test to check up on your cholesterol. This test, known as a lipid profile, shows your overall cholesterol levels, as well as individual types of cholesterol. Even though cholesterol has gotten a bad reputation over the years, […]
According to an article in the New York Times’ “Well” Blog, a study found that a staggering 93 percent of college women engage in something called “fat talk.” Think, one woman says: “I can’t believe I just ate that whole bag of Oreos. I’m so fat!” Think, another woman says in response: “Oh my god, you’re not fat. […]
Your electronic devices don’t belong in your bedroom. You shouldn’t use them especially when you’re about to sleep. You have to send a signal to your brain that you need to rest, and your electronic devices will do otherwise. The best option is to leave everything in the living room. You need to stop working […]
In a nutshell, air purifiers remove contaminants from the air in an enclosed space. If you are an asthmatic or an allergy sufferer, you could benefit from putting one in your home. Air filters are also excellent at removing second-hand tobacco smoke. There are many types of air purifiers on the market that improve air […]
Health insurance policy will give you emotional peace of mind and safeguard your wealth in difficult times. Prevention is the central point of health insurance as it “protects us” against illness and accidents. It also shields the economy of individuals and families against the costs involved in private medical care. Without a doubt, this is […]
If you are passionate about yoga practitioner or are just starting out, you probably want to know about all the benefits of yoga. Here are some of the main benefits you can get out of doing yoga. Improves flexibility Better flexibility is probably the first and most obvious benefit you can get out of yoga. […]
The knee is one of the largest joints in our body. It carries the whole body’s weight and helps us to stand, to run, to walk. This joint is made up of three bones i.e. femur, tibia and patella. These are attached with a capsule of joint, and different ligaments in and around the joint. […]
On Tuesday night, I went to a yoga class. Truth be told, I really enjoyed it. But on the way out of the studio, I couldn’t help but overhear another student in the class say to her friend, “I feel so connected to the universe after that.” As someone who recoils at new agey expressions, […]
