When Cyrus and James Clark set up shop in a tiny Somerset village in 1825, they probably never imagined that generations later Clarks Shoes would be one of the most respected names in the world-wide shoe business. The company started out with the novel concept of making shoes that fit the natural contours of the feet, a revolutionary concept in a time of heavy boots and oddly shaped slippers. That concept has been at the bottom of all the...more
Living on a budget is a very sensible thing to do. It means that you can be sure that you are living within your means and not getting into debt. It also helps to ensure your financial security for the future. After years of spending what they like many fashionistas have been hit hard by the recession and are horrified at the thought of buying less clothes. For most women looking stylish and trendy is vitally important for their self confidence....more
Do you go through your wardrobe at the beginning of each season mumbling to yourself that you have got nothing to wear? The chances are that you have got plenty to wear but you just don't want to wear it. The reason that you don't want to wear it is that you are bored with it, perhaps it doesn't fit very well and never has done or perhaps you just want the feeling of having something new. A clothes swap can solve all of these problems and what is more it is eco friendly, frugal and fun.Each time you rush to the shops to by a seasons worth of new clothes, that at the end of the season you will throw away because you are bored of them, you are creating damage to the environment. Not only are you creating unnecessary waste which is likely to contribute to the growing problem of landfill in the UK but you are also increasing the environmental impact associated with clothing manufacture. Synthetic textiles in landfill do not break down and so remain in the ecosystem. Dyes and chemical finishes can also wash out with rain water into the water systems. Even natural textiles cause environmental problems. When they break down they create methane which is a powerful green house gas. There...more
Every where I turn, someone is customising, reworking, refashioning or recycling an old piece of clothing. Refashioning seems to be emerging as a hot new trend for 2009. Of course there are plenty of people who have been refashioning for years, but now refashioning is really hitting the main stream. Refashioning has even become big business with...more
The need to lose weight has been around for as long as women can remember and the need to look like those rail-thin models that you see in magazines and on runways has women in a frenzy to drop those pounds fast. This is why there are a lot of fad diets that are gaining popularity due to the claims these diets make quick and efficient weight loss...more
There are many aspects of women's health, and if any of these is neglected, the results could pose dangerous risks. One aspect that should not be ignored is pelvic examination. A pelvic exam is a physical examination of the organs in a woman's pelvic area. It is divided into external and internal examination. During the examination, a doctor determines the state or the position of the vagina, uterus, the cervix, and the ovaries. It is a very important aspect of health for women because it helps in detecting cancers, infections, the presence of sexually transmitted diseases and similar problems affecting the reproductive system. Reasons for Conducting a Pelvic Exam A pelvic examination is performed for the following reasons:* It is a vital aspect of detecting vaginal infections such as vaginitis and yeast infections. In this case, a pelvic exam is the first step toward proper treatment of the infection. * It is also used to detect any abnormalities in the organs of the pelvic region. With a comprehensive pelvic exam, ovarian cysts, uterine prolapse, and other similar diseases can likewise be detected. * In cases of pain in the pelvic region, a pelvic exam will be used to determine...more
Self cultivation or masturbation is common to both genders, although the practice has become more common for women lately. It refers to sexual stimulation of one's own genitals especially around the clitoris area, usually reaching the point of...more
Understanding PMS PMS or premenstrual syndrome is a term that is used to refer to the collective disorder that a woman feels in relation to her menstrual cycle. These disorders may be physical, psychological, and emotional or a combination of them....more
Bone health in women is a pressing issue because women's bones are by nature less dense than those of men. Moreover, certain nutrients may be deprived from a woman due to menstruation and physical ailments. This is why a woman must be careful as to...more
Because a woman's body can be subjected to various forms of stress such as those encountered during pregnancy, a lot of ailments affect women's health. Moreover, physiological and bodily changes are also brought about by menstruation and menopause,...more
The digestive system is one of the most important systems in a woman's body. This is because the digestive system is the one system that processes the proper nutrients as well ensuring good health. The importance of the digestive system in a woman's...more
One of the problems women face when they are beginning to experience the symptoms of menopause and perimenopause is hormonal imbalance. Hormonal imbalance usually causes women distress due to the emotional disturbances and physical manifestations...more