Hot flashes are caused by falling estrogen levels. Some doctors recommend estrogen replacement therapy for relief, depending on the severity and frequency of the hot flashes. Luckily, hot flashes stop (more…)
This is usually controlled once irregular periods have been tamed with either the Pill or a diet high in soy. But if you still have problems with heavy bleeding, here is a possible solution: (more…)
Chasteberry
This herb may help with menstrual irregularities. It’s available in capsules or tinctures. Follow the directions on the label for dosages. (more…)
In addition to vitamins and minerals, these products contain monosaccharide sugars which are easily assimilated by the body. (more…)
Consume Grains:
Grains are rich in proteins, minerals (calcium, iron, potassium, sodium, magnesium) and starches. Two types of grains exist: (more…)
Symptoms:
Aging of the skin and the cells in all the organs of the body is part of a natural process which is determined by the genes. The Immune (more…)
Most packaged foods are required to list certain information on the label. Knowing what to look for can help you make good food choices. (more…)
Food is your body’s fuel. You can’t live without it. The key is to give your body enough nutrients and energy without eating too much. This sounds simple, but it can be hard to do in our food-obsessed culture. (more…)
High-fiber foods are digested more slowly than lower-fiber foods, so you feel full longer. Try to get an average of 25 to 35 grams of fiber each day. Foods that are high in fiber include: (more…)
Foeniculum vulgare
Fennel has properties similar to those of aniseed, so that it is frequently used to treat colic and flatulence. It is also a mild natural (more…)
