Menopause

Woman, 56, Naturally Conceives and Gives Birth

Woman, 56, Naturally Conceives and Gives Birth
Family & kids
6 months ago

Cláudia Raia was left stunned when her doctor told her that she might be pregnant. A few months later, the 56-year-old Brazilian actress gave birth to a healthy baby boy, which is her first child with her current partner. Raia’s pregnancy journey is magical and reminds us that motherhood is a gift that can come unexpectedly at times but is still filled with so much joy.

Naomi Watts Openly Shares Her Unexpected Menopause Journey

Naomi Watts Openly Shares Her Unexpected Menopause Journey
People
10 months ago

Thanks to the upsurge in female health advocates and some vocal celebrities, the stigma and mystery surrounding menopause are finally starting to fade away. One of those famous female stars is gorgeous actress Naomi Watts, whose experience with menopause has not been an easy one, but she’s decided to share it with the world and raise awareness of this natural life transition that every woman will encounter sooner or later.

7 Celebrities Who’ve Been Brutally Honest About Their Menopause Journey

7 Celebrities Who’ve Been Brutally Honest About Their Menopause Journey
Girls stuff
month ago

Menopause is a time of change when it comes to a woman’s mood, hormones, brain, and body. It occurs 12 months after the last period, and usually starts when you reach your fifties. It can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t necessarily have to be a bad thing.Celebrities, like Phyllis Logan, stay positive through it all and deal with the transition in a healthy fashion. Research shows that it’s also important to spend time with friends and participate in activities that you enjoy.

8 Famous Women Who Broke All Stereotypes About Menopause With Their Honesty

8 Famous Women Who Broke All Stereotypes About Menopause With Their Honesty
Girls stuff
year ago

A recent survey has found that 73% of women don’t treat their menopause symptoms, including hot flashes, difficulties with sleep and night sweats. And even though menopause is a natural stage that all women have or will eventually go through, there are still a lot of taboo and silence around the subject. Luckily, more famous women are breaking this silence to shed the light on menopause and even talk about its bright sides.

6 Reasons Why Soy Milk Is a Healthier Option for Your Body

6 Reasons Why Soy Milk Is a Healthier Option for Your Body
Health
11 months ago

Soy milk is a common replacement for dairy milk, and if you follow a vegan diet, you might be very familiar with it. You can include soy milk in your everyday drinks, such as cereal, coffee, and even smoothies. It offers your body plenty of benefits, including protein and calcium, and if you are lactose intolerant, even better. However, if you have any allergies or take medication, it’s advisable to consult with your doctor first before making any changes to your diet.

10 Rumors About Menopause That Are Totally Fake

10 Rumors About Menopause That Are Totally Fake
Girls stuff
5 months ago

Menopause is a naturally occurring and normal part of every woman’s life, just like her period. It occurs when women start aging, more specifically, when their estrogen levels drop. However, if you start experiencing symptoms that are difficult to bear, it’s important to visit your general practitioner.

5 Crucial Things Your Sweat Is Trying to Tell You

5 Crucial Things Your Sweat Is Trying to Tell You
Health
year ago

Sweating helps balance your body’s temperature and is defined as “the release of a salt-based fluid from your sweat glands.” It can be caused by your emotional state, a serious medical condition, or even menopause and pregnancy (due to hormonal changes). The apocrine glands constantly release sweat, and when reaching the stage of puberty, there is an increase in hormones that make sweat glands more dynamic. Sweating through the apocrine glands usually starts right around puberty, and it doesn’t really end, so if you find yourself not sweating at all while hiking, this could be a sign of a health condition.

8 Foods That Not Only Heal Your Body but Also Boost Your Mental Health

8 Foods That Not Only Heal Your Body but Also Boost Your Mental Health
Health
year ago

Healthy foods are not only healthy for your body, but also for your mind. Your mind and body are more connected than you might think. They practically interact with each other through the nervous system. When you feel stressed, your brain will tell your gut, and this can impact your mood and energy level. That’s why, if you often feel moody or nervous, it’s time to take a look at your daily food intake. You might be surprised at the impact healthy foods can have on your overall mental health.

Why Women Seem to Age Faster Than Men

Why Women Seem to Age Faster Than Men
Health
2 years ago

It’s not a secret that women live longer than men. This seems like good news for the ladies, yet there’s one thing that they didn’t expect. It turns out that women age faster than men. And it’s no surprise, ladies have plenty of reasons for this — from pregnancy to menopause and this is not where the list ends.

10 Common Misconceptions About Good Sleep and Insomnia

10 Common Misconceptions About Good Sleep and Insomnia
Health
2 years ago

If you have a cup of coffee late in the evening, it won’t affect your sleep. No, this isn’t a myth, but rather, it’s a scientific case. We may have heard different stereotypes about good sleep and insomnia, but many of them are, in fact, false.

Why Our Body Odor Changes as We Age

Why Our Body Odor Changes as We Age
Health
2 years ago

One experiment shows that we are able to identify peoples’ age just from their smell. Our body’s scent is always changing as we age because of our health, the medications we take, our diet, and our hormonal changes, among other things. They can change our body’s scent by making us sweat more, or because of our changing skin chemistry and diet.

10 Drinks That Can Do Wonders for Your Health

10 Drinks That Can Do Wonders for Your Health
Health
2 years ago

Nutritious drinks like yerba mate tea are great for pushing you through the day, while chicory coffee can be a pleasant relaxant. In fact, there are different drinks that promise to give you a boost for both your good days and your bad ones. The natural world can offer us many (delicious) treats that are simply health in a cup in places you’d least expect.

Being a Loud Woman May Be Good for Your Health, According to a Study

Being a Loud Woman May Be Good for Your Health, According to a Study
Girls stuff
year ago

Managing our emotions is often complicated. Sometimes it’s necessary to mitigate them, remain silent, and keep calm in moments of stress. We don’t want them to harm our personal relations. But on other occasions, what works best to maintain our relationships is to speak out and express ourselves. After all, letting out all that we’re feeling and thinking can help us see things from a different perspective. However, what you may not be aware of is that both behaviors can have significant effects on your health.

8 Real Benefits of Walking That We Didn’t Expect to Be True

8 Real Benefits of Walking That We Didn’t Expect to Be True
Health
year ago

According to Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise journal, walking helps reduce the risk of all chronic diseases and is considered a ’wonder drug’ by many doctors and physicians. What makes walking the best form of exercise for your health is the fact that it goes easy on your heart and joints and therefore has a larger impact on your overall health. Strenuous exercise may have bigger and faster impacts on your body, but it can also cause harm on your joints and bones.