Women experience menopause symptoms before the last period and after the last period. The symptoms can affect your sleep, wellbeing, and your overall health. The symptoms need treatment, and many women are now using medical marijuana. The questions to answer are; Does marijuana help with menopause symptoms? How to get medical marijuana? What are the symptoms of menopause? Menopause affects women differently. Some experience menopause suddenly, and some pass through a stage of premenopause (the period before menopause). That being said, common menopause symptoms women face are; Hot flashes Insomnia Anxiety Weight gain Vaginal dryness Low libido Painful joints How…
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There is merit to deeming the dog “man’s best friend.” Science has attested to it; having a pet dog has a variety of health benefits. From appeasing your mental health problems to improving your blood pressure, having a dog can overall elevate your well-being. While it is difficult pinpointing what causes these furry balls of affection’s ability to increase your serotonin and dopamine levels, research points to a few things. Dogs are loyal, often decreasing their owner’s tendency to feel lonely and isolated. In this challenging period of social-distancing, many are looking to get their own emotional support dog to…
There is no doubt that running has a positive impact on your physical health, but several studies also show that it is quite beneficial for your mental well-being. Running is a very easy and convenient exercise, you don't have to use any equipment, or go to the gym, simply running around the block can have incredible benefits. Therefore, if you are feeling a little stressed because of work or any other reason, or you are a bit anxious, lace up your shoes and head out for a quick run. Today I will tell you the prominent ways in which running…
Having a sound sleep has become way too challenging in recent times. With the increase in workload and hectic schedules, our sleeping patterns are getting disturbed. Our lifestyle and exposure to technology also affect our sleeping schedules. Sleep today feels like a luxury. We take it for granted. Hence, different sleeping orders come into force, and they make us low and tired. However, sleep should not work according to our wishes. A pre-decided sleeping cycle must be followed and should be followed religiously. This is the only key if you want to lead a healthy life. A lot of people…
Oral health and hygiene are pivotal to a healthy lifestyle. To maintain good oral hygiene, you need to undertake different measures such as brushing your teeth twice a day, flossing, visiting your dentist twice a year and more. This will ensure that you enjoy both - good oral health as well as general health. Thus, today, let's check out some of the proven tips to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Tips to Keep Teeth and Gums Healthy There are a number of reasons to ensure that correct hygiene for oral health is followed. Ignoring it could lead to cavities,…
Women, and even men, sometimes don’t feel comfortable with their bodies. Some women hate the idea of having wrinkles on their face, and men might feel bad noticing how they are losing hair with each passing day. Perhaps a woman just doesn’t like the idea of having a flat chest while a man might want to get rid of all the fat surrounding their bellies. For those situations, you might want to consider a cosmetic procedure. Yes, some of the problems people have with their physique can be deal with exercises and a healthy lifestyle. A good example is being…
Routines imply consistency. As in, you are doing this every day (or at least almost every day). If hearing the same thing so many times in a row is already making you shudder, then you can understand why this step is so vital. If you center your workout routine around exercises that you absolutely dread, you’re never going to stick with it. To craft a workout routine that you won’t want to drop, follow these three steps. Step 1: Choose Activities That You Actually Enjoy While it seems obvious to choose activities that you actually enjoy, some people will…
We all work tirelessly to make ends meet, and there are days when we drag ourselves home with little to no motivation. We often fail to realize it, but somehow, we mix our professional and personal lives. As much as you try to balance your work and personal life, you always have office tasks on your mind. Working for long hours not only makes us exhausted physically, but it also burdens us mentally. Our lives have become so busy and full of chaos that we barely find time for ourselves or our family. When we are new in the workplace,…
For anyone looking to advance in the healthcare industry while playing a central role in providing patient care, becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner is an excellent option. FNPs are advanced practice nurses who provide family-focused patient care. As the name suggests, FNPs deliver a range of healthcare services that relate to the family unit. Therefore, their scope of work can be quite diverse. You will find FNPs working in various specialties and healthcare environments providing care and counseling to patients of all ages, from diagnosis and treatment to health prevention and disease management. As they hold graduate-level education and formal…
Healthcare is quite a complex sector that is a surfacing topic around the world. With the rise in COVID19 cases and aging baby boomers, the importance of healthcare is skyrocketing. Despite technological advancement, the sector is still facing many shortages of professionals like nurses, practitioners, and health communication experts. We all know that these professionals are a crucial part of the healthcare system. Undeniably, proper communication is crucial to ensure every patient receives quality services. There is a huge demand for professionals possessing sound communication skills in the healthcare sector. Communication can be defined as verbal and coordinating methods to…