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October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 14th, 2008

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This important initiative, and organization by the same name ( NBCAM), was started over two decades ago to raise awareness about breast cancer in all women and their families. Over the years, the organization has evolved and made all issues related to breast cancer of year-round importance. NBCAM is comprised of professional medical associations – such as the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the American College of Radiology, and the American College of Clinical Oncology; government agencies – such as the Centers for Disease... Read More

WATCH YOUR LANGUAGE!!

September 12th, 2008

If your thoughts and words are steeped in negativity, if you are telling yourself that you are struggling, that you are a loser, that you are stuck and that you are sick; what do you think the ultimate outcome, the results will be? More than likely depression and weight gain. I received the following letter from one of Our Lady of Weight Loss\’s readers. Knowing that she is not the only one who speaks in this manner, sees life in this way, and manifests aches and pains, I thought I would share it with you. Special thanks to “NLP” for being brave and open and sharing her feelings... Read More

THE EYES HAVE IT: EYE CARE IN MIDLIFE WOMEN

September 12th, 2008

The month of September, possibly more than any other month of the year, always elicits vivid memories. Back to school, new notebooks and pencils, new outfits that simply must be in the fashion-of-the-moment (remember Papagallo shoes?!), football season, marching band practice, and of course, a back-to-school checkup. And included in that checkup was always the eye chart with those huge letters which inevitably led to stronger glasses and, happily one year, contact lenses. But since our eyes stop changing sometime in our teens and are stable until one day we realize we ‘re holding the newspaper... Read More

Dry Skin – What You Can Do
When Menopause Causes Itchiness

September 12th, 2008

Menopause is sometimes responsible for bouts of dry skin, particularly around the mouth, nose areas, as well as internally within the eyes. This dryness can be caused by the hormonal imbalances. During menopause, estrogen, progesterone and testosterone levels decline and different types of “dryness” can occur. For example, testosterone maintains the lacrimal gland which produces tears in the eyes and keeps them lubricated. Keep in mind, not only is testosterone responsible for producing tears but it is responsible for nourishing it with lubrication to aid in sight. When testosterone... Read More

Sleep Easy at Night!

August 12th, 2008

Raise your hand if getting a good night\’s sleep is becoming mission impossible. Yep, just as I thought. Your insomnia could be happening for a wide variety of reasons— from stress and anxiety to menopause and medical conditions. Bet you didn\’t know that insomnia is the most commonly reported sleep disorder and that it affects 30 percent of adults, most of whom are women and the elderly. But wait! Help is on the way. A recent research abstract authored by Brazilian scientist Giselle Passos, is one of the first studies to show that people who suffer from insomnia and who engage... Read More

Nine Nimble Steps to a Svelte and Willowy Mind

August 12th, 2008

As the natural aging process slowly yet steadily sets in, our mental and physical functions can, in time, become impaired. However, there are fun ways to keep your mind nimble, svelte and willowy! How to slow this process? In addition to a well-balanced and healthful diet as well as physical exercise, neurobics can aid the anti-aging process. What are neurobics? Neurobics are my kind of exercise. They are aerobic workouts for the brain that help activate new brain circuits, which enhance the brain\’s production of neurotrophins (natural growth factors). Neurotrophins help the brain\’s... Read More

Natural Travel Trip-Bits

August 11th, 2008

August is a month reserved for traveling by many people. With the price of gas as high as it is, some may be doing away with road trips, and opting to travel to faraway places by boat, train, or airplane. I want to give you some tips for a few pesky symptoms that may arise from such travel, and that do not necessarily require a prescription. But first, a few general “musts” you should know before going anywhere. General Travel “Musts” • If you are traveling out of the United States, find out about any immunizations, or treatment, you may need before you go. Some countries require you... Read More

Depression & Menopause – Important Guidelines for Making it Through Mid-Life

August 11th, 2008

Do women going through menopause experience depression differently? “I never know if depression is what I\’m really experiencing, or if it\’s something else and how long will it last” Sara told me. \’Menopause made that process even more confusing at times.” When I heard these words from a friend of mine, I realized that unless someone ‘diagnoses\’ you as depressed, how do you really know that is what you are experiencing? Most of us have been or seen someone depressed in our lives, so we are at risk for labeling ourselves something that might not even be... Read More

No more excuses, it is time to get out there and walk
and eat a healthy diet

July 16th, 2008

Warm weather has finally arrived, and so it is time to get walking and watch your intake of calories. Take advantage of locally grown fruits and veggies and eat lean protein such as fish and organic chicken. Getting to a body mass index in the normal range is important. Body mass index is a number that is derived using an equation that takes into account your height and weight. The body mass index (BMI) is also tied to risk for disease. A body mass index between 25 and 30 is considered overweight. Thirty and over is considered to be obese. A woman who is 5\’2” and weighs 140 pounds has... Read More

Anxiety Increases During Menopause –
Find Out What Alternative Therapies Can Help

July 16th, 2008

The mid-life phenomenon known as menopause and the stresses of anxiety go hand in hand. Panic attacks, rushes of energy, burning in the chest, unusual vibrations throughout the body, and warm sensations are some of the physical effects you may feel under this condition. When menopause hits, there is a greater chance women will go through anxiety and depression. Christian Northrop talks about this phenomenon in her book, Wisdom of Menopause, where if a woman has repressed something in her life, she won\’t be able to get past menopause employing the same tactics. For example, unexpressed anger... Read More