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  • Painful, Long and Heavy Periods Might Be Endometriosis

    Woman have symptoms of endometriosis for an average of six to ten years before getting diagnosed. Actress Julianne Hough, wants to help women become more aware of endometriosis through the SpeakEndo campaign. Hough, who first had symptoms of endometriosis when she was sixteen, but wasn’t diagnosed for four years, says in an interview that she initially didn’t want to complain about her symptoms. “I’m a tough cookie. I’m hardworking. I could deal with it on my own.” But eventually, after continued severe pain and bleeding, she sought help. 

  • Do I have a Food Allergy? When to Get Tested

    Food allergies are common, with 4% to 6% of children and 4% of adults having one. A food allergy is a response from your immune system to eating a particular food or additive. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), most food allergies are caused by milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, soy and wheat. Allergic reactions to these foods can vary from a tingling around the mouth to hives to difficulty breathing and even death.

  • Why Knowing the Calorie Count of Fast-Food Menu Items Doesn’t Lead to Healthier Choices

    Whether you love a Big Mac, Frosty or five-piece chicken tenders, it turns out that knowing how many calories are in these fast-food items won’t stop you from eating them, according to one recent study.

  • Learn the Difference Between Painful Periods, Endometriosis and IBS

    If you have pain in your pelvic area, it may be difficult to know what’s causing your discomfort. Maybe you feel nauseous or constipated, or have diarrhea. You may have mild to severe cramping during your period. Or perhaps you have pain during intercourse or during a bowel movement. These symptoms can range from inconvenient to incapacitating, and the causes can vary as well.

  • Buying Seasonal and Local Produce

    Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables is the foundation of a healthy diet, with a goal of at least five servings of fruits and vegetables every day. The easiest way to meet this goal is to fill half your plate with these foods at every meal.

  • Donating Blood? Here’s How to Prepare

    For the past 50 years, the American Red Cross has joined forces with hospitals and blood banks across the country to replenish our nation’s crucial blood supply. The COVID-19 pandemic has intensified the need. But before you schedule that appointment, you should make some tweaks in your diet.

  • Why Blood Donations Are So Important

    According to the American Red Cross, while approximately 38 percent of the U.S. population is eligible to donate blood, only about 10 percent of those who are eligible actually donate. The demand for donated blood in our nation’s hospitals, however, is consistently high. In fact, it is estimated that roughly 40,000 pints of this life-saving blood are used every single day, and the demand never stops.

  • Why Walking Your Dog is Good for Your Health

    It turns out, having a relationship with man’s best friend can be really good for your health in unexpected ways.

  • Don’t Wait: Talk to Your Tween About Her Changing Body

    “Mom, Caitlin got a training bra. What is that?” You’ll hear that question at some point, or another about budding breasts, underarm hair … periods. Pre-teen girls need to learn about how their bodies will change. Be the one to steer that conversation.

  • Study: Your Period Doesn’t Negatively Affect Your Memory or Thinking Skills

    Bloating, cramps and a sense of fatigue may be common for many women during their menstrual cycle, but a recent study finds that contrary to popular belief, having your period doesn’t negatively affect your thinking and memory.