Stress is a common problem that all women encounter in their daily activities. From office to home, a woman is subjected to several situations that may result in developing stress. Stress is basically our body's response to situations that trigger certain reactions in our body. As a result, when encountered with a particular situation, we need to make our own decisions and in some instances, even the process of decision-making itself is very...more
For every woman, menstruation is a part of life. For many it is an affirmation of their womanhood and a manifestation on the fulfillment of their role to bear children and ensure continuity of the human species. As such, despite the discomfort it may bring, women have learned to put up with the process of menstruation. However, when some disorder in their menstrual process comes about and can potentially ruin their health, that's the time when...more
Premature ovarian failure is a condition affecting the reproductive system of women before they reach the age of 40. This means that both ovaries lose their function. Premature ovarian failure is known by various names such as premature menopause, primary ovarian failure, or primary ovarian insufficiency. In terms of percentage, the number of women affected by the disorder is small, although if translated to actual figures, the number exceeds hundreds of thousands. Causes of Premature Ovarian Failure Premature ovarian failure arises suddenly in women. In some cases, the cause is believed to be attributed to autoimmune disorders while others are attributed to genetic disorders like Turner Syndrome. On the other hand, chemotherapy and similar radiation treatment can also cause premature ovarian failure. The presence of chemotherapy is decidedly a factor that contributes to the development of premature ovarian failure. Even though the ovaries can still function after menopause, hormonal production is at very low levels so as to render child bearing impossible. On the other hand, radiation therapy makes the ovary stop functioning and the resulting hormonal production is comparable only...more
Breast cancer is one of the most dreaded diseases for women and is in fact the leading cause of cancer deaths among women. The figure of those who have died from breast cancer has reached half a million for 2008 alone. What is even more dreadful about breast cancer is that the disease usually indicates the presence of other serious ailments that...more
Osteoporosis is a bone disease that is prevalent in women after their menopausal period. It is characterized by a reduction in bone density and leads to an increase in the risk of having bone fracture. In osteoporosis, the mineral content in the bones as well as the structure of the bone itself is greatly altered, making the woman susceptible to...more
Breast health is very important to adult women and good self-esteem about breasts and all physical features are very important for younger girls. Keeping these two different angles in mind are important for girls and women alike when it comes to good breast health and good self-image and self-esteem.In North America, the incidence of Breast Cancer has increase almost three-fold in 40 years, going from 1 in 20 in the 1960's to 1 in 8 today. From the age of twenty, women should do monthly breast self-examinations. Breast cancers tend to grow significantly faster in younger women under age 50. Despite billions of dollars raised for research to "Find the Cure," the risk of breasts cancer today is greater than ever before. It's critically important for women to take charge of their health through these screenings and to understand that survivability is greatly enhanced when breast cancer is found early. Because when it comes to breast health, knowledge is more than power-it's confidence. Women can help with the early detection and treatment of breast cancer by playing an active role in their own health care. While there are some different recommendations from medical organizations on...more
Having been born an Army brat, I lived in Germany for quite a few years. My dad married a German, and hence that was my first language. We did not have a car, therefore we used public transportation to go everywhere. We were always hopping on a train...more
There was a time, when only the young girls used to be conscious about their face and would love to have fabulous skin quality. However, when they would become older these products would practically become unimportant for them. But the scenario has...more
If you are a girl who is a tattoo newbie and still haven't decided on what designs to go for, small flower tattoos can be a good option for you. Since you are new in this kind of body art, a delicate and miniature floral images is the path to go....more
The vast majority of women complain about uncomfortable bras. The reason for much of the complaining boils down to a few common problems. Fortunately, most of these are easily fixed.Straps vs. Band Support - Every woman knows what a bra looks like,...more
When it comes to fashion, there are many choices we can choose from. Making a choice based on an event is a time tested task. Wearing a sexy low cut dress to a cocktail party is a great choice, but you need a bra that will work with the look.With a...more
You probably don't give much thought to the background of the brassiere when you put one on each morning. You should! If it wasn't for a woman named Mary Phelps Jacob, you would be very uncomfortable.Statistics show that many women do not wear the...more