NEWS / WOMENS HEALTH

Senior Fitness — Easier than You Think

The exercise needed to keep seniors mobile and independent can be accomplished by doing daily household chores, gardening,or taking a walk. >

When Gaining is Good

Gaining weight as you age can help you live longer. Your initial weight matters, of course, and that's bad news for certain young adults. >

When Gum Disease is Not a Dental Problem

Bleeding gums are not only or always a dental issue. They can be a sign of a vitamin deficiency that only the right diet can fix. >

IUDs as Emergency Contraception

IUDs are known to be a reliable method of contraception. They are also, like the morning after pill, a good form of emergency contraception. >

Lockdown's Not so Bad After All?

People are adjusting to the economic and social restrictions needed to help contain the pandemic better than you might expect, but not all. >

The COVID Vitamin D Connection

People deficient vitamin D are over 450% more likely to test positive for COVID-19. Get out in the sun; eat fish; or consider a supplement. >

Low-Carb and Low-Fat Diets Put to the Test

Scientists had people eat a low-carb, Keto diet and a low-fat diet each for two weeks. One was a clear weight-loss winner. Can you guess? >

Fried Danger

You don't have to give it up entirely, but the more fried food and snacks you eat, the more likely you are to develop heart trouble. >

Exercise to your Heart’s Content

It's pretty hard to do too much exercise. And every bump up in exertion reduces your risk of heart problems even more. >

Skipping Meals’ Disappointing Results

If you're skipping meals in an effort to lose weight, think again. Bypassing this meal in particular is likely to be counterproductive. >

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