Featured Article Expert Advice on Incontinence, LBL, Menopause, Aging, Intimacy and More! Myths and misconceptions about bladder health abound, especially those surrounding leakage after sneezing, surgery, and Kegels, the exercises designed to strengthen the pelvic-floor muscles. Read More
Are There Exercises to Slim Down Your Midsection? BY Marta Montenegro Likes (1101) The most common way of doing tons of crunches and other abdominal exercises won't do the trick (as you've probably noticed already.) However, this does not mean that you do not need to strengthen your abs. Read more
Getting Enough Vitamins and Minerals: Do You Need Supplements? BY Marta Montenegro Likes (1089) Stare at the supplement shelf long enough ? trying to guess which bottle, if any, can help you cope with mood and energy swings, insomnia, or menopause symptoms ? and you may need a pain reliever to cure the headache you'll get. Chances are you are among the 60% of Americans who take a multi-vitamin/multi-mineral supplement (or multi) on a regular basis. Most women, however, don't really know if it works for them, or even if it contains all the ingredients the nutritional label reflects. Read more
How do I find time to exercise? BY Marta Montenegro Likes (612) You can find time to exercise just as you find time to do your nails or hair. When we want to do something we always manage to find the time and make it a priority. Do some kind of exercise or activity you really enjoy, even if it's just for 10 minutes. Read more
Are certain workouts better than others? BY Marta Montenegro Likes (595) All workouts are great. If you like it, that's the first step toward making it a habit. However, there are some exercises that give you more benefits for your effort. For example... Read more
Do I really need to strength train? BY Marta Montenegro Likes (584) Absolutely! Do you want to keep your metabolism up, ditch fluffy arms and legs, and preserve bone mass? Read more
What Can I Do To Help With Water Retention and Bloating Caused By Menopause? BY Marta Montenegro Likes (423) We've all felt bloated during our periods big blouses and skinny pants were always helpful to cover up a swollen belly. The bloating is due to the increase in estrogen. Read more