What is calcium? How much do you need? What are the food sources of calcium? And everything you need to know. What is calcium and what does it do? Calcium is a mineral your body needs to build and maintain strong bones and to carry out many important functions. Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body. Almost all calcium in the body is stored in bones and teeth,…
Most women will get a vaginal yeast infection at some point in their life. Symptoms of vaginal yeast infections include burning, itching, and thick, white discharge. Yeast infections are easy to treat, but it is important to see your doctor or nurse if you think you have an infection. Yeast infection symptoms are similar to other vaginal infections and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). If you have a more serious infection and…
Bulimia nervosa, often called bulimia, is a type of eating disorder. People with bulimia eat large amounts of food at one time and then try to get rid of the food or weight gain. Bulimia affects more girls and women than boys and men. Bulimia is a serious health problem, but people with bulimia can get better with treatment. People with bulimia use various methods to get rid of calories…
A stroke, sometimes called a “brain attack,” happens when blood flow to a part of the brain stops or is blocked and brain cells begin to die. Stroke is the third leading cause of death for women. Stroke also kills more women than men each year. A stroke can leave you permanently disabled. But many strokes are preventable or treatable. 1. How does stroke affect women differently than men? Stroke…
How to Stay Healthy While Traveling includes 16 tips to stay healthy while traveling along with 7 special tips to stay safe when you travel during the pandemic. If you have been working from home, getting ready to travel can feel a little intimidating. For one thing, travel can interfere with your health and fitness goals even if you are an experienced traveler. Whatever your reason for traveling it is…
