Is their health deteriorating, and if so why are they developing health problems? Women may be living longer than previous generations but the important factor is quality rather than quantity. Statistics show that women’s major health problems are on the increase with 1 in 2 women over the age of 50 getting osteoporosis and 1 […]
Top Tips on how to treat, prevent and reverse Osteoporosis
‘Osteoporosis means ‘porous bones’, where bone density is reduced and there is an increased risk of fracture. Osteoporosis affects 1 in 2 women over the age of 50 but it is important to think of bone health as early as possible especially if there is a strong family history. Other risk factors include: anorexia, medications […]
Do post-menopausal women need more calcium?
Q: I’m 47 years old, and have started to suffer with hot flushes. Osteoporosis runs in my family though, and I’ve heard that post-menopausal women need more calcium. The problem is that supplements irritate my digestive system, and I’m not sure what foods contain it besides milk and cheese. Can I get enough calcium from […]
Osteoporosis and weight gain can be symptoms of the menopause
Weight gain during the menopause During the menopause you may become aware that you are gaining weight especially around your middle. As your ovaries produce less oestrogen, your body tries to compensate by making you fatter. Fat around the middle manufactures oestrogen and so can offset the lower levels of oestrogen produced by the ovaries. […]
Common age related problems
As we age we all become more vulnerable to certain health conditions but there are plenty of natural ways to prevent them so you can live your life to the full. Whatever your age the following natural well being plan will help you control some of the most common age related problems. Your 30s PMS […]
The three most important health resolutions
What are the three most important health resolutions that every woman (aged between 25 and 45) should make and stick to? Why is each so important to women’s health? 1. Reduce or eliminate sugar and refined carbohydrates from the diet. Women need to know that sugar and refined carbohydrates that are broken down into sugar […]