Rekindle romance naturally in time for Valentine's Day.
Julia R. Heiman, PhD, director of the Kinsey Institute for Sex, Gender, and Reproduction at Indiana University, estimates that 25 to 53% of women of all ages have low libido. And judging by all those commercials for erectile dysfunction, estimates that 30 million men experience sexual dysfunction don't seem at all unreasonable.
Candlelight and soft music may not be enough to spark that loving feeling in today's high-stress world. Before you invest in a bottle of bubbly or a slinky negligee for Valentine's Day, ask yourself… Continue reading Categories
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February 1st, 2010Rekindle romance naturally in time for Valentine's Day.
Julia R. Heiman, PhD, director of the Kinsey Institute for Sex, Gender, and Reproduction at Indiana University, estimates that 25 to 53% of women of all ages have low libido. And judging by all those commercials for erectile dysfunction, estimates that 30 million men experience sexual dysfunction don't seem at all unreasonable.
Candlelight and soft music may not be enough to spark that loving feeling in today's high-stress world. Before you invest in a bottle of bubbly or a slinky negligee for Valentine's Day, ask yourself… Continue reading Looking for Longer, More Luxurious Lashes?
January 29th, 2010
Look to natural remedies and your thyroid for beautiful lashes.
As people grow older, hair follicles—even eyelashes—begin to lose their "oomph." But that's no reason to fall for those LATISSE ads.
The product's side effects include darkening eyelid skin, possible browning of the iris of the eye itself, and dry, itchy, red eyes and lids.
What you also may not realize is this eyelash product is actually an ophthalmic solution used for glaucoma, a dangerous vision disorder. Common side effects of bimatoprost, the active ingredient, include conjunctivitis (burning, red, swollen eyes), permanent iris discoloration, and… Continue reading Tired? Irritable? Trouble Losing Weight?
January 13th, 2010
An underactive thyroid may be to blame.
The thyroid gland is the body's energy burner and thermostat. When this gland slows down, so does metabolism, as well as heart and muscle strength.
Hypothyroidism (sluggish thyroid) is epidemic today, particularly among women, and the incidence of this condition only increases with age. Fatigue, menstrual changes, brain fog, depression, sensitivity to cold, unexplained weight gain, loss of libido, puffy face and extremities, constipation, delayed reflexes, and dry, thinning hair are only some signs of an underactive thyroid.
Dietary iodine deficiency, inflammation, radiation, surgery, and some viral infections… Continue reading Protect Your Thyroid: A Sneak Preview of Fat Flush for Life
December 18th, 2009
Prevent Copper Overload, Get Enough Iodine, and Boost Metabolism.
Next to diabetes, hypothyroidism is the most common hormone disorder in this country. The latest statistics suggest that four out of every ten Americans have a sluggish thyroid. Because I hear from women of all ages (starting in their late 20s) with thyroid problems, I think that number may be even higher.
A low-functioning thyroid slows down the body's metabolism and reduces heart and muscle strength. Because so many Americans (especially women) suffer from slow thyroid function, I've added a special 5-Day Hot Metabolism… Continue reading Beyond Iodine: 3 More Ways to Protect Your Thyroid
October 9th, 2009
Support Hormone Health and Help Fight Cancer.
It's a chemical world. Even before birth and throughout their development, children are exposed to neuro-, immuno-, and endocrine-toxic compounds. As adults, exposure to hormone disrupters, heavy metals like lead and mercury, and countless toxic chemicals increase the risk for cancer and thyroid disease.
New Danish research finds that heavy metal and other pollution significantly increases the risk for brain, breast, and thyroid cancer—even in nurses who may be more careful about their health than other women.
University of Albany scientists specifically target hormone disrupters (heavy metal and… Continue reading
It's a chemical world. Even before birth and throughout their development, children are exposed to neuro-, immuno-, and endocrine-toxic compounds. As adults, exposure to hormone disrupters, heavy metals like lead and mercury, and countless toxic chemicals increase the risk for cancer and thyroid disease.
New Danish research finds that heavy metal and other pollution significantly increases the risk for brain, breast, and thyroid cancer—even in nurses who may be more careful about their health than other women.
University of Albany scientists specifically target hormone disrupters (heavy metal and… Continue reading Sluggish Thyroid?
August 24th, 2009
No wonder you're gaining weight!
A small butterfly-shaped gland located just below the larynx, the thyroid plays a behind-the-scenes role in health. Problems with this critical gland impact women eight times more often than men.
Starting in their mid-30s, many women feel tired and moody, put on pounds, have trouble sleeping, and often lose interest in sex. Sure, these are common symptoms during perimenopause—but they're also signs of a slowdown in thyroid activity, called hypothyroidism.
What most people don't realize is that thyroid function is closely intertwined with the adrenal glands. When combined with a little body fat, the adrenals can make up… Continue reading
Outsmart BURNOUT
July 20th, 2009Hello Friends:
Most physicians either overlook or miss glandular burnout, otherwise known as “WIPEOUT.”
I find that 8 out of 10 women starting in their thirties are suffering from some type of adrenal slowdown. What I have gleaned from salivary hormone testing and TMA reports since January of 2009, is that nearly one half of all women no longer produce enough stress-fighting cortisol. The result is worn out adrenals that can’t make enough DHEA which then leads to low sex drive, bone loss, and even depression. The ability to heal is also dramatically inhibited by low adrenals as well as the ability
Vitamin D Levels & Thyroid Function – Keys to Live Longer
April 6th, 2009
I am becoming more and more fascinated with thyroid and Vitamin D these days after reading that the healthiest individuals in their 90's shared two things in common: a well functioning thyroid and high Vitamin D levels.
The latter can more easily be assessed by asking your doc for a Vitamin D blood test. Levels above 50 are ideal, although more conservative physicians think that 30 is OK. In any event, you need to know. Many people are not absorbing the "sunshine vitamin" because they are saturated with Vitamin D blocking sunscreens, so...I wish you'd get tested.
Now then..When it comes to… Continue reading
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