Folate and folic acid (often used interchangeably) are water-soluble B vitamins, also known as vitamin B9 (1). Folate is the naturally occurring form of vitamin B9, while folic acid is a man-made synthetic folate. Many foods are [ ... ]
It’s a latte more than seasonal spice. Okay, be honest. How many pumpkin spice lattes have you had so far this season? (It’s alright if you said every day. We understand.) Next time before you sip that PSL, however, ask yourself: [ ... ]
For some people it happens by accident and others’ make a plan and yet there are still some that, even with all the planning and wishing, spunky semen and exquisite eggs seem to be more of a dream than a reality. These four factors [ ... ]
The ancient mythical division of the stages in a woman’s life has been seen as maiden, mother and crone. These stages are centered on one event, menarche. This is the point in a girls’ life when she has her first menstrual cycle. [ ... ]
Meditation is a relaxation practice that encourages deep breathing to de-stress, lessen anxiety, quell unruly thoughts and to decrease adrenaline. Beginning a daily meditation practice could be just what you need to improve your [ ... ]
During menopause the decrease in estrogen causes a cascade of physical, mental and emotional changes that are complex. Menopause is a normal part of aging and although we wish there was, unfortunately there is not anything you can [ ... ]
Menopause is a beautiful time in a women’s life and, like all things can be approached in a positive light and with ease and acceptance. While ensuring that menopause becomes a healthy and cherished chapter in your life’s story, [ ... ]
daily vitamin and mineral supplements might relieve your symptoms of PMS and they offer a natural solution! Instead of using chemical laden pills and potions, natural supplements are an excellent modality to relieving and lessening [ ... ]
The painful symptoms of endometriosis are caused by connective tissue that grows outside of the uterus and attaches to the surrounding areas of the body. Conventional western medicine typically uses medication and surgery to treat [ ... ]
If you have decided to breastfeed your amazing little infant then proceed with confidence, as breastfeeding is recommended by a variety of health organizations for all babies up to the age of one. The World Health Organization recommends [ ... ]
