"Every tomorrow has two handles. We can take hold of it with the handle of anxiety or the handle of faith."Henry Ward Beecher
|
| |
A Breakthrough for Chiropractic Patients: 'Snapshots' of Their Nervous System Lead Them to Wellness
'Insight Subluxation Station' provides color scans of problems and progress (ARA) - People under chiropractic care often wonder: "Why do I have to keep coming back if I'm pain free?" or "How do I know I'm getting the proper amount of adjustments?" Thanks ...
Be Natural! Treating Chronic Diseases With Ayurveda
Ayurveda is perhaps the oldest system of health care in the world and originates from the Indian subcontinent. Ayurveda is based on scientific principles of diagnosis and treatment. It differs from conventional medicine in the basic principles of ...
Life-saving Solutions for Disabled Children
(ARA) - Scientists believe that stem cells may hold therapeutic promise for conditions affecting children as well as adults such as diabetes, paralysis, Parkinson's disease and many others. Stem cells are rare cells that can both duplicate themselves ...
|
|
|
| |
You have permission to freely publish this article
electronically or in print as long as the resource box below is included. A courtesy copy of your publication would be appreciated.
Title: 4 Ways to Prevent the Number One Women’s Health Problem
Author: Julie Lenz
URL: http://www.pcoscoach.com
Word: 446
Author's Email: Julie@pcoscoach.com
Article Category: Health, Women’s Health, Heart
4 Ways to Prevent the Number One Women’s Health Problem
by Julie Lenz
What disease kills more American women than any other?
If you answered anything except heart disease then you must read this article. According to the American Heart Association heart disease and stroke are the No. 1 and No. 3 killers of women. They are two of the many cardiovascular diseases that kill nearly 500,000 women each year. That’s more than the next seven causes of death combined, including all forms of cancer. But there are steps you can take to protect yourself.
1. Get your cholesterol tested every year. Many women don’t know they have high cholesterol. They assume that heart disease is a man’s problem. Even many doctors don’t realize the risk that women have of heart disease so they fail to suggest testing.
2. Increase your weekly exercise. We now know that as little as 10 minutes of exercise three times a week can greatly reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Walk the dog a little bit longer each day. Get your heart pumping by dancing to your favorite music
while you clean the house. Walk during your lunch hour instead of eating at your desk.
3. Eat more fruits and veggies. Fruits and vegetables are low in fat and high in fiber. They contain heart healthy nutrients. Leafy greens
are particularly healthy. Orange juice is high in folic acid, a nutrient known to protect the heart and prevent
birth defects. Add one vegetable or fruit to every meal and you will likely double your current intake. You can make it easier by keeping prepared vegetables in the refrigerator to throw into a salad or munch on for snacks.
4. Learn about polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS affects as many as 5-10% of all women. It is one of the most common endocrine disorders and is one of the most common causes of infertility. PCOS is a cluster of symptoms that can include: unexplained weight gain or difficulty losing weight, depression or mood swings, painful or irregular periods, absent periods,
acne, hair loss, unexpected hair growth (face, arms, stomach, etc.), infertility, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and more. Untreated PCOS can lead to serious health problems such as diabetes, heart disease and endometrial cancer. Protecting your heart is easier than you might think and it will reward you every moment of every day. Take care of yourself. You are worth it!
Julie Lenz is a life coach who helps professional women cope with the effects of chronic illness. She writes the weekly e-newsletter "PCOS Success!" She is also the author of "A PCOS Daybook: Daily Meditations for Coping With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome" to be released May 2004. You can learn more at: www.pcoscoach.com
About the Author
Julie Lenz is a life coach who helps professional women cope
With the effects of chronic illness. She writes the weekly
e-newsletter "PCOS Success!" She is also the author of "A
PCOS Daybook: Daily Meditations for Coping With Polycystic
Ovary Syndrome" to be released May 2004. You can learn more
at: www.pcoscoach.com
|
|
|
|
|
|
 Jets represent test for Titans - The Washington Times
The New York Jets showed the nation last Thursday night that the acquisitions of Kris Jenkins, Alan Faneca and Brett Favre, among others, have made them legitimate playoff contenders. Their game Sunday in Tennessee may determine if they can be more ...
HARVARD BEATS YALE 10-0 - Harvard Crimson
BOSTON—Harvard defeated Yale in the 125th iteration of The Game on Saturday, shutting out the Bulldog offense in a win that gives the Crimson a share of the Ivy League championship with Brown. Sophomore running back Gino Gordon rushed for 168 yards ...
Cancer Cap Saves Hair - WXYZ
Medical science has made great strides recently in developing successful cancer treatments. But there hasn't been a lot of progress in dealing with one of the most distressing side effects of cancer therapy: hair loss. CAROLYN CLIFFORD REPORTS IN THE ...
Pill as good as chemo on lung cancer, but costlier - Las Vegas Sun
Some advanced lung cancer patients already treated with chemotherapy might be able to skip some of the bad side effects of another series of chemo by taking a pill instead, a study suggests. An international study showed patients on Iressa, an ...
Cold Cap Therapy - WXYZ
Medical science has made great strides recently in developing successful cancer treatments. But there hasn’t been a lot of progress in dealing with one of the most distressing side effects of cancer therapy – hair loss. A clinical study is ...
|
