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Why Women in Menopause Require More Protein

Menopause marks a significant transition in a woman's life, often accompanied by a myriad of changes, including fluctuations in hormone levels and shifts in metabolic processes. For many women, staying active during menopause is not only a priority but a necessity for maintaining overall health and well-being. These changes necessitate a closer look at nutritional needs, particularly the need for adequate protein intake. Understanding Menopause and Its Impact Menopause typically...

Post on Mon, Feb 26, 2024 by Paula Gallagher

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Why Women in Menopause Require More Protein
Heart Disease is the #1 Killer of Women: Learn How to Protect Your Heart

Heart Disease is the #1 Killer of Women: Learn How to Protect Your Heart

As women get older, our risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD) increases. According to the American Heart Association, CVD is the leading cause of death among women in the United States, and more women...

Post on Tue, Feb 21, 2023 by Paula Gallagher

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Addressing a Root Cause of Menstrual Pain: Inflammation

Addressing a Root Cause of Menstrual Pain: Inflammation

Menstrual pain, such as cramps, nausea, backache, headache, and digestive complaints can be a common experience for many women around the start of their period. These uncomfortable symptoms are most often caused by the...

Post on Mon, Oct 10, 2022 by Margo Gladding

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PMS? You May Need More B Vitamins

PMS? You May Need More B Vitamins

Do you suffer from PMS? Research has shown that boosting your intake of foods rich in B vitamins can significantly lower the odds you'll suffer from premenstrual syndrome. PMS is a collection of symptoms affecting...

Post on Tue, Sep 06, 2022 by Paula Gallagher

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Interstitial Cystitis vs. Urinary Tract Infection: What’s the Difference?

Interstitial Cystitis vs. Urinary Tract Infection: What’s the Difference?

If you have ever had a urinary tract infection (UTI), then you are familiar with its uncomfortable symptoms of frequent, urgent, and painful urination. But did you know that UTIs are not the...

Post on Tue, Jun 14, 2022 by Margo Gladding

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4 Helpful Things for Hormone Detox

4 Helpful Things for Hormone Detox

It is becoming more and more difficult to be a good hormone detoxifier, thanks to hormone-related issues, which are on the rise. We see many of these in our practice in clients of all ages and both genders, but more commonly in women. Symptoms...

Post on Mon, Dec 30, 2019 by Teri Cochrane

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My Top Fitness Tips for Women

Throughout history, societal norms have dictated the body beauty ideal for women – whether soft and rounded, model-skinny or strong and chiseled. This “ideal” is ever-changing and is both geographically and culturally driven. Many women have taken extreme and unhealthy steps...

Post on Mon, Mar 25, 2019 by Teri Cochrane

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Sunday Radio Show: Women's Holistic Health

Host Dana Laake and her special guest Keri Marshall, MS, ND, will be discussing women’s health. Keri Marshall is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor who specializes in holistic pediatrics and women's medicine. She has published several scientific papers and magazine articles, written a book on proteins and amino acids, and appears regularly on nationally syndicated radio...

Post on Fri, Sep 02, 2011 by Village Green Admin

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Simple Ways to Support Female Reproductive Health

Eat well – make sure you have a varied diet, with good fats (omega -3 rich, as in flax and fish oils) and lots of color! It’s especially important to support your liver with lots of dark leafy greens, fiber and liver-supportive herbs. It’s your liver’s job to process all of your hormones and if...

Post on Tue, Apr 13, 2010 by Margo Gladding

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