Over time, there have been instructions on how to lose weight for better health; however, there are still people who need to actually gain weight for healthy living. People who are overweight can suffer from obesity; meanwhile, people who are underweight can suffer from malnourishment. In addition, not only poor eating habits can cause a person to lose weight; it...
Most women want to lose weight and this can be achieved in several ways. For those who don’t like to exercise, we have the perfect solution for you. Peppermint tea is the solution you need to lose weight as quickly as possible. This aromatic beverage can beat a fancy cappuccino or packaged fruit juice that contains a truckload of calories,...
The subject of having period sex is usually seen as a dirty act and a taboo. However, despite the narratives surrounding the act, it is safe and is known to have some benefits. If you have ever wanted to have sex during your period, here are some things to consider. 1. Orgasms can relieve cramps and headaches Menstrual cramps occur...
Getting pregnant and bearing children is a desire of most women. Apart from the emotional satisfaction they get from nurturing life and bringing it into existence, pregnancy also makes it possible for them to fulfill their cultural role as women. Many societies don’t necessarily welcome with open arms, women who for any reason don’t bear children. For these reasons, the...
Before the Oscars on Sunday, not many people knew that Jada Pinkett-Smith had a condition called alopecia, although she had talked about it publicly a couple of times. “Alopecia” is a broad term that refers to any form of hair loss; however, when people talk about the condition, the most common type they refer to is alopecia areata. Seven Things...
Down syndrome is a genetic condition that occurs when there is an extra copy of a specific chromosome: chromosome 21. Most babies are born with 46 chromosomes in every cell, 23 from the mother and 23 from the father. Babies with Down syndrome have an extra copy of chromosome 21, which causes distinct physical, intellectual, and developmental symptoms. People who...
Counting calories is one of the easiest ways to lose weight. It is a simple way of taking charge of what goes into your body in the form of food and there is a simple guide to help you count calories and get it right. Calories are units of energy. In nutrition, calories refer to the energy people get from the food...
Lupus, also called systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is an autoimmune disease in which a person’s immune system attacks the person’s own body tissue, with symptoms and severity varying from patient to patient. In simple terms, your immune system is doing exactly what it is not supposed to do, which can cause disease of the skin, heart, lungs, kidneys, joints, and...
Some common cancers affect and are prevalent in women. Cancer is a disease that results when cellular changes cause the uncontrolled growth and division of cells. Some types of cancer cause rapid cell growth, while others cause cells to grow and divide at a slower rate. As a result, they build up in the body, using oxygen and nutrients that...
There really is no need to worry if as a lady your nipples ache, though you have to pay attention if it gets more serious. The nipples are a very sensitive part of the female body and can cause one to be uncomfortable when it hurts. If you’ve noticed that your nipples have become painful lately, then it could be...