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.
We all do so many things to keep yourself fit and healthy. Switching to a healthy lifestyle can sometimes be a very challenging task. Every day morning routine, a cup of green tea, morning walks won’t’ work if the mind does not feel healthy. Who had thought that yoga from ancient India will become the […]
A few nights ago, I watched a giant spider slowly creep across my bedroom wall, leering at me with eight beady eyes. I held my breath as its hairy legs traversed framed pictures, approaching me with increasing speed until it finally leapt off the wall and landed in my hair. I screamed and madly raked […]
I have five fingers on each hand. I use them like this: I hold up my thumb and whisper, “Thank You, Thank You, Thank You, Thank You, Thank You.” Then my pointer finger. “Thank You, Thank You, Thank You, Thank You, Thank You.” Then my middle finger, my ring finger, and my pinky. I give […]
When a therapist hits you with a zinger, it’s the kind of thing that stays with your forever. Best case scenario: it’s sage wisdom or advice that changes your life. Worst case scenario: it’s so wildly offensive or off-the mark that you know you have to dump your shrink. After the jump, I canvased Frisky […]
I am writing this post for the most part as a response to Amelia, whose number two New Year’s resolution was to drink more water. But also, because I am passionate about drinking water. I like to refer to myself as a water enthusiast, although I am probably more of an aquaholic. (Sometimes I drink […]
In June, I went to the doctor with what appeared to be a spider bite on my back. The bite had gotten seriously infected and was oozing pus. In October, I went to the doctor because I had an infected cold sore. My lip swelled up, and my face puffed out. And in January, I […]
If you ever observed a person moving around, the first thing that you probably noticed must’ve been their posture. It is simply impossible not to see how the person you’re watching is carrying themselves. And just because of this, it is imperative always to give your best and try to achieve the perfect posture. Not […]
The key to a happy, productive, and healthy life is, of course, the quality and duration of our sleep. A good night’s sleep is as important as eating healthy or exercising regularly. Poor sleep, or not sleeping at all can have an instant effect on our hormones, brain function, and health. I can cause weight […]
Bones support different parts of the body. Today, many adults, as well as teens, suffer from weak bones. The main reason for weak bones is the deficiency of vitamin D. The other reasons for weak bones are continuously working on PC and laptops, several injuries, wounds and other bone problems. Osteopenia is a disease in […]
