About Women's Health: Our Bodies, Our Diets

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Women's Health From Denise Maher, your About Women's Health Editor It's no wonder some women obsess about everything they eat: We're told from a young age that the foods we eat will have a direct impact on our skin, our moods, our pregnancies and nursing babies, and our risk for disease--not to mention our waistlines and our desirability. For National Nutrition Month, instead of obsessing, let's focus on understanding the connection between food, nutrition and our health and enjoying what we eat. Hormones + Health: Avoiding Midlife Weight Gain Be prepared. Besides sleep disturbances and acne, declining estrogen levels can cause fat to migrate to your middle during midlife. Prevent Weight Gain During Perimenopause & Postmenopause Migraine & Diet How to Combat Stress with Nutrition Search Related Topics:  healthy eating  exercise for weight loss  increasing physical activity Feel-Good Foods A diet high in foods with anti-inflammatory properties can ease symptoms such as pain and reduce your risk for developing chronic disease. Nutrition and Health: Anti-Inflammatory Foods Which Foods Have Omega 3s? The Link between Arthritis and Diet Search Related Topics:  antiinflammatory foods  antiinflammatory diet  healing foods Fertility Foods: Essential Nutrients for Pregnancy Age is certainly a key factor in infertility, but diet can also play a role in conceiving. How to Improve Your Health & Improve Fertility Top Anti-Aging Foods Drink This To Fend Off UTIs Search Related Topics:  fertility and diet  increasing fertility  Power Food, Power Women You know you must eat to live, but it's important to note that you can eat to heal, too. Choose a Healing Diet that's Right for You Gluten Intolerance vs Sensitivity The Gluten-Free Food List Related Searches Womens Health Clinic Health Food Diets Weight Loss Diets Diets Diet and Nutrition Featured Articles Dark Chocolate and Longevity The Iodine Controversy: What Does It Do to Your Thyroid? Caffeine & Fertility Food You Shouldn't Eat When You're Pregnant (video) Detox Foods Vitamin D Deficiency and Aging   More from About.com 10 Easy Ways to Look Thinner Don't wait until you've lost those first pounds to make these simple, slimming changes. Read more...> Create a Shared Photo Stream Sharing your photo stream with friends and family is a great way to keep in touch. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About Women's Health: Endometriosis vs. IBS

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Women's Health From Denise Maher, your About Women's Health Editor Endometriosis Awareness Month is one of those health observances that makes complete sense: too many women and girls don't know enough about this painful condition, and like several sneaky health problems that plague women, it has symptoms that are often dismissed or attributed to other conditions. Share or like this to spread the word about treating endometriosis! Is it Endometriosis? Or Something Else? Abdominal pain and cramping, gastro upset and fatigue. How can you tell if it's a normal menstrual period, IBS, a stomach flu, or something else? Endometriosis vs. IBS Pelvic Pain In Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Not Just PMS: Raising Endometriosis Awareness Search Related Topics:  endometriosis  ibs  other comorbid health problems Are Your Fertility Problems Linked to Endometriosis? The problem starts when endometrium, tissue from the lining of the uterus, forms and grows in places outside the uterus. These growths may lead to pain and infertility. Top Causes of Infertility What's Gluten Got to Do with Fertility? Symptoms of Infertility (Video) Search Related Topics:  endometriosis  menstrual cramps  causes of infertility Treating Endometriosis If you are experiencing painful periods or pelvic pain, it's important to see your doctor to get a proper diagnosis. If you do have endometriosis, here are some natural treatments that are used for endometriosis. 8 Natural Treatments for Endometriosis Which Hormonal Contraceptives Can Help Endometriosis? Common Chronic Pain In Women Search Related Topics:  remedies for endometriosis  women's herbs  flaxseeds How to Know If Your Period Is Normal Terms like 'pain,' 'pressure' and 'heavy' are relative. Do You Have A Normal Period? Endometriosis + Thyroid When To Go To The ER with Severe Stomach Pain Search Related Topics:  reproductive system  infertility symptoms  irregular periods Related Searches Endometriosis Pain Endometriosis Doctor IBS Syndrome IBS Treatment Womens Health Featured Articles The Other F Word How To Get The Most Out of Mental Health Insurance 10 Ways to Appear Thinner and More Confident How Unsafe Sex Can Harm Fertility Is Gwneyth Paltrow's Diet Inspiring? What To Do About Hard Stools   More from About.com 10 Easy Ways to Look Thinner Don't wait until you've lost those first pounds to make these simple, slimming changes. Read more...> Create a Shared Photo Stream Sharing your photo stream with friends and family is a great way to keep in touch. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About Women's Health: A Love-Hate Relationship? Women & Sleep

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Women's Health From Denise Maher, your About Women's Health Editor Hell hath no fury like a woman sleep-deprived. Rest can boost anybody's mood, but several notorious sleep disruptors come from hormones, health concerns and diseases that affect women more than men. While it stinks--at least in the short term--that we lose an hour of slumber when the clock springs forward, you can choose to take the long view and focus on the solutions to women-specific sleep issues. Sweet Relief for Night Sweats & Hot Flashes For many women, midlife means sleepless nights and stressful days. Help for Hot Flashes & Other Menopausal Symptoms Sound Machines Improve Sleep, Say Experts All-Time Favorite Fix: The Cooling Chillow Search Related Topics:  estrogen  progesterone  progestins Sleep & Weight Loss Turns out that the two "Holy Grails" of health and wellness are linked. How to Sleep Well To Lose Weight Does A Lack Of Sleep Increase Calorie Intake? 10 Ways To Look Less Tired Search Related Topics:  exercise for beginners  cravings  weight loss tips Nap Right Now! Want to boost alertness, reduce stress and improve cognitive function? A nap can lead to more patience, better reaction time, increased learning and more efficiency. Power Napping For Increased Productivity Can a Gluten-Free Diet Help You Sleep Better? Get Restorative Rest--Even With CFS & Fibromyalgia Search Related Topics:  lifestyle balance  stress and sleep  sleep benefits Any Chance You're Pregnant? Insomnia may be an early pregnancy symptom, thanks to the hormone fluctuations that follow conception. Can Insomnia Be An Early Sign You're Pregnant? Sleep Deprivation and Breast Cancer Risk Sleep Aid or Sleep Saboteur? Alcohol is the Worst Sleep Fix Search Related Topics:  pregnancy  insomnia  sleep disorders Related Searches Sleep Help Natural Sleep Aids Sleep Disorder Sleep Apnea Relief Sleep Insomnia Featured Articles 5 Natural Energy Boosters Weight Loss Surgery: The Complete Guide How To Cope With Pregnancy Insomnia What Happily Married Women Can Do Better How To Manage Midlife Stress A Day In The Life Of A Shopaholic   More from About.com 10 Easy Ways to Look Thinner Don't wait until you've lost those first pounds to make these simple, slimming changes. Read more...> Create a Shared Photo Stream Sharing your photo stream with friends and family is a great way to keep in touch. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About Women's Health: Personal Health Taboos: What NOT to Do

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Women's Health From Denise Maher, your About Women's Health Editor Pregnancy. Vaginal itching. Breast lumps. Muffin tops. Is there any topic potentially more sensitive than a woman's personal health? No! Mention any related topics--her appearance, mood, or fitness level--and you're in a virtual minefield. However, learning what NOT to say can prevent problems. Read what you can avoid saying to spare hurt feelings and save yourself embarrassment, then go to our Facebook Page to let us know what you hate to hear. Baby Talk Some situations are already difficult enough. Women who can't get--or can't stay--pregnant don't need you to put your foot in your mouth and make things worse. What Not to Say After a Miscarriage Words You'll Wanna Take Back: 12 Insensitive Comments About Infertility Breast Feeding Queries: None of Your Beeswax! Search Related Topics:  miscarriage  ectopic pregnancy  getting pregnant It's Not Just Stress: 10 Things NOT to Say About IBS Insensitive comments and rude attitudes can make people dealing with some conditions want to say, "shut the front door!" What Not To Say To Someone with IBS Don't Make These Comments When Someone Can't Eat Gluten Words You'll Regret: What Not To Say About Health Issues Search Related Topics:  what not to say  living with ibs  relationships and ibs Wait Till You're My Age! + Other Expressions to Skip Some anti-aging comments can emphasize people's differences (instead of similarities) and increase the gap between generations. What Not To Say When You're Older 10 Things Not To Say To Someone With Arthritis How & Why To Stop Criticizing Someone's Diet Search Related Topics:  what not to say  things not to say  longevity and personality Faux Pas--My Personal Faves Some resonate because I've been on the receiving end; others are so insensitive they have to be shared! No, I Don't Need A Ride: 10 Things Not To Say to A Walker Avoid Saying This To People with Lung Cancer 10 Things Not to Say to an Overdue Pregnant Woman Search Related Topics:  10 things not to say  walking for beginners  exercise motivation Related Searches Nutrition and Health Womens Health Pregnancy Health Foot Health Health Education Featured Articles How To Lose 10 Lbs Natural Remedies for Gas High Fat Diet May Be Linked To ADHD What's Causing Belly Bloat? Cervical Traction For Neck Pain Hangover Cures   More from About.com The Perfect Engagement Ring How to find a gorgeous ring with a style and price that suit your needs. Read more...> Best U.S. Destinations Experts pick the top U.S. destinations for 2013 based on budget, special events, and more. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement