A prospective patient shared that she was recently diagnosed with PCOS. She is in her mid-30s, in good health, and carries no previous history of medical complications. Thankfully, there are many treatment solutions to help control and alleviate many of the symptoms of PCOS at any age. Many women live with her same reality, which …
As the summer months heat up, you may realize your energy level isn’t up for all the summer has to offer. You don’t want to find yourself falling asleep on the front porch swing while watching the sunset. You want the drive and energy to enjoy farmer’s markets and walks through the park. Getting a …
The bulging, twisted appearance of varicose veins is enough to make enough of us cringe at the thought of wearing a bathing suit. Sorry, ladies, there are no known ways to fully prevent varicose veins, especially if you have a family history of them. However, the good news is there are a few valuable tips …
The blotchy, discolored sight of varicose veins can keep any of us from wanting to show off our legs. We even took care of our feet, wearing orthotics and massaging our calves. Still, “the veins” showed up and now, it’s hard enough to wear shorts, let alone a bathing suit. What causes varicose veins? …
Varicose veins can be embarrassing. No one wants to wear a bathing suit that shows off their spider veins, right? What may be even more concerning is that spider veins and varicose veins can be precursors to more serious health conditions, namely thrombosis. What are varicose veins? Our bodies use blood vessels, such as veins, …
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Spring is here! People are planning their flower garden, spring cleaning, and waiting for warmer weather. Often times, this can cause congestion and allergies to kick in. You haven’t suffered from seasonal allergies before, so what’s changed? When we age into our 50’s, our bodies can respond differently to hormone changes. A lesser known side …
Fifty doesn’t have to be a sign of life gone by; it can be the start of a golden age, a wonderful season of life for many women. You may be celebrating a new promotion at work or taking that cruise you’ve always dreamed of. You may be watching your daughter walk down the aisle. …
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Our hormones help us feel in tune with our bodies. They work in harmony with each other to maintain our sense of well-being and energy. When our bodies produce too much or too little of specific hormones, it can create a compounding effect on how we feel and think about ourselves. Hormonal imbalances can affect …
You can accept you’ll never be a size two ever again. After three beautiful babies, your hopes of keeping an hourglass figure left somewhere during the sleepless nights of motherhood. What is different is how much your weight is fluctuating now that you’re in your 40’s and 50’s. You expected that your weight would change …
“It’s just… so… irritating!” The words exploded from your mouth and immediately, you wondered, “What’s wrong with me?” Seemingly insignificant details are bundling into a string of frustrations. You asked your husband to take out the trash and he left the can without a fresh bag, like he always does! As soon as he walks …