It’s easy to be a partner during easy times. That’s a simple statement, but being long-term partners with someone is sometimes relatively straightforward. Things are normal, and you both know the rules and know how to behave. Things might not be “easy”, per se, but you know how to deal with them. The ups and […]
Mood swings are some of the least-understood aspects of menopause—and the most misrepresented. While pop culture representations of menopause tend to center specifically on mood, they typically treat menopausal women as a caricature of irrationality and hysteria rather than capturing the variability and complexity of menopause-related mood disturbances. Not only does this trivialize the very […]
Does your skin care routine involve slathering your skin with oils and creams? If so, that’s not a bad idea. But have you thought about what you can do to really create sustainable, healthy habits that benefit your skin from the inside out? There’s nothing better than getting a good glow. And there are plenty […]
Probiotics have grown in popularity these days—with very good reason! They are linked to tons of health benefits and are beloved by doctors and wellness enthusiasts alike. There are so many valid reasons why a high quality probiotic is a good thing—especially for women. They can boost energy levels, improve digestive health, help combat fatigue […]
Your body has a mechanism we know as “the fight or flight” instinct. You’ve felt it. When a situation becomes alarming, your body readies for action and your focus turns solely to coping with the threat, shutting out everything else. You react quickly; run or fight, take action or get to safety. Time seems to […]
Most people know that testosterone is a critical part of physical wellbeing. However, a growing body of research suggests that this multifaceted hormone can also play a role in mental health in men. For example, a 2016 study on older men found that “low serum testosterone was associated with an 86% increased hazard of depression.” […]
If you’re looking to get healthy, stay fit, achieve weight loss, prevent muscle loss, work on body composition, or make serious muscle gain, you probably know that nutrition—vitamins and minerals—is the key. The gym is obviously where you need to be to work on your fitness, but the kitchen is where you nourish, heal, and […]
This Men’s Health Month, it’s in your best interests to take some time to learn all about testosterone—including the symptoms of testosterone deficiency and the potential remedies that can support healthy hormone levels. According to menshealthmonth.org, the purpose of this month is to “heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and […]
Hormone imbalance is a big buzzword in the women’s health and wellness space today. The trouble is, many people don’t understand what actually causes a hormone imbalance—or how to treat one properly. At the same time, natural remedies for hormonal imbalances in females are becoming increasingly popular, and women tend to seek these remedies because […]
There can be something uncomfortable and even frightening about your body changing. After all, your body is all you really own and when changes happen outside your control, it’s easy to be disoriented and feel like you’ve lost yourself. For many women, this is exactly what happens as estrogen drops in the years leading up […]