I was outside for maybe 5-10 minutes the other day while getting gas on my way to the gym (I was wearing shorts) got back in my car and felt itching on my leg. Once I finally got into the light I ...
Sara Dietz and I were just wrapping up a meeting and started talking about our unread queue of emails and how it feels like messy clothes on your floor. Is this an "OCD thing" or something you can ...
I love using condiments when I'm eating anything but a lot of them are very high in calories/fat. Are there any healthier options or health recipe swaps?
Lips are always in season. Lipstick can take your look from dull to wow in a matter of seconds (given you know what color to use).Don't know where to start? We've compiled some of our top tried ...
I work out 5x week or more, usually doing between 30-45 minutes of cardio and weight training and generally very active also playing on a city league sports team. My resting heart rate is anywhere ...
My boyfriend is always looking to "bulk up" and is constantly researching his protein, carb and fat intake. It seems like he has protein at every meal. Is this healthy? If you can have too much ...
Most people choose to become vegan because they love animals and don’t want to harm them, but health certainly comes into it too. What’s more, you don’t actually have to be vegan to enjoy vegan ...
I have a bad habit of eating dinner or snacking late at night. Especially when I'm having busy days, it's difficult to fit dinner in at a normal time. Is it true that eating late can cause weight ...
I've heard that makeup has an expiration date and can cause skin breakouts if you use it past that date. How long should I be keeping my makeup before I throw it away? Are there different ...
I've been thinking about getting LASIK to correct my terrible vision but I am scared it could seriously mess up my eyes. What are the risks associated with it? How long will I need to recover? Am ...
I have noticed my posture is terrible. Sitting in a computer chair all day doesn't help I'm sure. Does anyone have tips on how to help reverse the damage I've done?
My Grandmother had skin cancer at age 30, breast cancer at 45 and finally ovarian cancer at 70 which she passed away from. I've heard about the BRAC1 & BRAC2 genes, should I be getting tested ...
I want to hear your "must-haves" in your closet! What are your favorites? Mine are the following:Black tanks, t's and shortsFlipflopsA good pair of jeans (or two or three)Wedges (in as many ...
This is the first year TEDWomen will be in San Francisco. The theme surrounding this event will celebrate innovation, not just in technology but in all forms of innovation including; solutions to ...
I have had issues with my thyroid since I was in my late 20s. I was diagnosed with Graves disease, took radioactive iodine to destroy my thyroid activity, and have been on thyroid medication ever ...
I recently was featured on the cover and created an article for the November issue of My Menopause Magazine. Thank you to the Editor of the magazine and member of EmpowHER's Medical Board, Dr. ...
In Washington, D.C. on October 15th-17th, 2013 Fortune's Most Powerful Women Summit was held. This 3 day event was home to the world's most powerful women leaders in business, government, ...
I am a two-time breast cancer survivor. My journey over the last five years has taken me down many roads. After my first diagnosis in 2008, I was determined to live a healthier lifestyle and ...
1) Try something new together.
Be creative and find new and interesting things to do together. Though it takes a little energy, the rewards are worth it. Preferably choose something that neither ...
I stumbled across this amazing HuffPo article titled, "How to Get Flat Abs, Have Amazing Sex and Rule the World in 8 Easy Steps." Clearly I decided to read it, who wouldn't? The message: stop ...
Lately, i've been thinking about losing a little weight. But I find that no matter how hard I try, there's always a bowl of pasta on my mind or a box of cookies 10 feet away in the pantry.After a ...
The other day I was doing my usual morning routine before work, drinking my coffee, slowly getting ready for the day and of course watching my beloved TODAY Show when a story really caught my ...
The other day I was doing my usual morning routine before work, drinking my coffee, slowly getting ready for the day and of course watching my beloved TODAY Show when a story really caught my ...
I recently came across the book "The Pill Problem: How to Protect Your Health from the Side Effects of Oral Contraception" by pharmacist Ross Pelton. New studies shown in this book say that many ...
August 13 marks National Left Hander's Day. For those of us who are lucky enough to be left-handed, this day helps us raise awareness for our struggles in a right-handed world.Not a southpaw? ...
We are happy to announce that our friend, Dr. Barb DePree has been selected as the NAMS (North American Menopause Society) 2013 Certified Menopause Practitioner of the Year!
NAMS is North ...
Ovarian Cancer is often known as the silent killer because the warning signs are often mistaken for something else. Make sure you know what to look for and when to see your doctor if you start ...
Most people on a diet fail miserably. While there are many reasons an individual fails to lose weight, a person looking to lose the extra pounds can do a few things to succeed. Here are five tips ...
Today is the first day of National Family Fun Month!
Comment and tell us what your favorite thing to do while with your family!
Don't know how to properly celebrate Family Fun Month? Here ...
I have a terrible habit of biting my nails. I get them done and within a couple days I have bitten them. A lot of times it happens when I don't even realize it (stress, boredom) all play factors ...
I have a terrible habit of biting my nails. I get them done and within a couple days I have bitten them. A lot of times it happens when I don't even realize it (stress, boredom) all play factors ...
Head to the tropics this summer and enjoy fruits which have health benefits. Live on the land and dine like an Islander on pineapple, mango and papaya.
Let’s start with sweet and popular ...
Have you ever started a weight loss program and lost a significant amount of weight in the first several weeks? You are excited and more committed because of your great progress ... and then all ...
Mom knows best...even when we sometimes don't like to admit it. She always has answers and advice that one way or another end up being true or useful. She gives us advice when we don't even know ...
How to participate in a Twitter chat:Twitter chats are a great way to communicate directly with other tweeters who share similar interests with you. Participating in a chat is easy and there are ...
Traveling anywhere can be a fun adventure, but it can also be a hassle. Both air and car trips present their own set of issues, and of course they present opportunities as well.
From finding ...
If you work from home, your days are probably filled with multi-tasking house chores with phone calls, meetings and managing a hundred different things at once. If you’re like me, you probably ...
After a fun 4th of July weekend at the lake, I fell asleep in my contacts on the last night. Big mistake! I woke up at 3a.m. and realized this. I hurried to the bathroom and took them out but the ...
Have you heard that starting in 2014 most people in the U.S. will be required to have health insurance? This new law is part of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act commonly known as ...
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