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

About Women's Health: Foods That Fight High Cholesterol

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Women's Health From Denise Maher, your About Women's Health Editor As you may know, too much LDL "bad" cholesterol, or too little HDL "good" cholesterol in the blood can influence disease risk. Like high blood pressure, diabetes or a family history of heart disease, a cholesterol problem is considered a risk factor for future heart trouble. Here's how to help keep your levels in the healthy zone. Plus, details about a brand new About.com newsletter. Cholesterol-Friendly Foods Dietary changes are typically the first step in treating mild to moderately elevated blood cholesterol levels. Cholesterol-Lowering Diet Basics Myths about High Cholesterol Walnuts & Other Foods That Fight Cholesterol (video) Search Related Topics:  cholesterol and lifestyle changes  low cholesterol diets  heart disease prevention Working Out Works! Moving your body can move your cholesterol numbers in the right direction. Raise Your Good Cholesterol Levels: What You Can Do Can Yoga Cure Cholesterol Problems? Side Effects: Medications That Might Raise Cholesterol Levels Search Related Topics:  preventing heart disease  cholesterol and triglycerides  hdl cholesterol How Phytosterols (Plant Sterols) Help Heart Health Plant sterols, found in fruits, vegetables, beans and other non-animal food products--as well as fortified foods such as Benecol or Smart Balance spreads--are natural cholesterol-reducers. What Are Phytosterols and How Do They Work? 10 Ways To Get More Phytosterols In Your Diet The Controversy Over RYR (Red Yeast Rice) Search Related Topics:  phytosterols and cholesterol  cholesterol friendly foods  healthy snacks ¿Qué es la angina de pecho? (Announcing a new newsletter from About en Español!) ¿Quieres leer artículos de salud en español? Tenemos buenas noticias. About.com acabó de lanzar su primer newsletter en español. Suscríbete aquí para El Semanal (About en Español), y lee artículos de Embarazo y parto, Salud infantil, Diabetes, Sexo, y otros temas de salud. A continuación encontrarás algunos de nuestros artículos: Diez síntomas de cáncer de la mujer ¿Qué es el sexo, la sexualidad y la salud sexual? Search Related Topics:  angina de pecho  dolor en el pecho  síntomas angina Related Searches Cholesterol LDL HDL Cholesterol Diet Bad Foods Heart Healthy Foods High Cholesterol Featured Articles The Healthy Weight, Healthy Eye Link Why Does 911 Put You On Hold? Moderation: When Eating Something Bad Is Good The Next Big Thing In Baby Showers: Gender Reveal Themes Paleo Diet Pros & Cons 10 Fascinating Facts About Digestion   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

About Women's Health: See & Be Seen At Night

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Women's Health From Denise Maher, your About Women's Health Editor Ice and snow on the roads can create glare and worsen nighttime visibility. But don't let darkness stop you from driving or exercising before dawn or after sundown. There's a lot you can do to see and be seen. How Walkers Can Stay Visible At Night No one should skip a workout simply because the sun's gone down--especially when there's so much you can do to make yourself more visible and reduce the risks for mishaps. 10 Ways To Die When Walking After Dark Reflections on Reflectivity Safety Tips For Running In The Dark Search Related Topics:  night walking  pedestrian safety  walking safety See Better While Driving In the Dark Compared with the eyes of young adults, aging eyes may be slower to adjust to darkness. How to Stay Sharp & Improve Night Vision Up Your Game: Sunglasses & Sports When Was Your Last Exam? Top 4 Reasons to Get Your Eyes Checked Search Related Topics:  night vision  glare and your eyes  how to buy eyeglasses Headlamps & Other Cool Gear Lights and other fun gadgets can actually give you a little motivation to get moving. Walking: Top 12 Night Visibility Items Reflective Gear for Running The Best Time of Day to Exercise Lady Gaga's Joints & More Hot Health Topics Not on top of our Facebook or Twitter feeds? Check out the About.com women's health stories that are trending this week, along with stories on the condition that sidelined Lady Gaga. Vegan Condoms: The What & The Why Coffee Enemas Search Related Topics:  inflammation  joint pain  synovium Related Searches Health and Safety How Exercise for ABS Exercise Routine Safety Glasses Exercise Tips Featured Articles 5 Foods For A Better Mood Embarassing Running Problems & How to Deal with Them (Video) 6 WeeksTo A Better Body 10 Things To Stop Doing If You Want To Lose Weight When Sex Is The Last Thing On Your Mind Funeral Etiquette: 5 Things You Should Never Say   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

About Women's Health: Reinventing Romance & Sex In Midlife

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Women's Health From Denise Maher, your About Women's Health Editor The 40s and 50s bring changes for many women. Whether it's because they're dealing with more responsibilities at work, aging parents, kids leaving the nest, or the physical and emotional changes triggered by perimenopause and menopause, midlife women tend to have very full lives. And all that change can impact a woman's love life--for better or for worse. Love & Sex for The Rest Of Your Life The kids are grown and out of the house, and it's time to take back your space--and your privacy. Empty Nest Sex The Truth About Aging & Sexuality Ommmhh Yeah: What Yoga Can Do For Your Sex Life Search Related Topics:  sex tips for couples  empty nest  sex advice Overcoming Obstacles to Intimacy Want smart, no-nonsense advice and tools for increasing intimacy? Read 10 Sex Tips for Midlife Women Natural Approaches to Hot Flashes & Other Menopausal Symptoms The Most Surprising Way to Improve Your Sex Life Search Related Topics:  staying young  feeling good  fun ways to live longer His & Her Health Problems Chronic pain sure can ruin "the mood." Between the two of you, chances are that there's at least one physical or physiological impediment to wild and crazy romps. First adjustment? Attitude. The Soothing Power of Snuggling Maintaining A Relationship With Someone Who Has Dementia What Is Low Pressure Ejaculation? Search Related Topics:  touching  communication  arthritis and sex Is It Over? And Other Hard Questions Life changes can raise questions about the strength and future of important relationships. Watch the video Signs You've Fallen Out Of Love With Your Spouse Weight Gains, Losses & Marriage Starting Over: Getting Used To Single Life Related Searches Mental Health Romance Relationship Love Romance Dating Romance Romance Advice Featured Articles Is Online Infidelity Really Cheating? Beware the 10-Minute Tummy Tuck The Healthiest Chocolate Best Creams & Remedies for Chapped Hands Do You Need A Gun For Disaster Preparedness? 5 Biggest Weight Loss Workout Mistakes   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