Eating a folate-rich diet has been shown to decrease the risk of developing colorectal cancer in women, according to a new study.

Reuters reports that a South Korean study found females who ate the most folate had about a two-thirds lower risk of getting the disease than women who got smaller amounts of the vitamin.

The amount of folate in a man’s diet did not influence the likelihood of developing colorectal cancer, however.

Researchers involved in the study say the findings are significant because they suggest that diet modifications may help cut the risk of disease. Read the rest of this entry »

It is always said that the easiest way to tell how old a woman is or how she generally takes care of herself is to look at her eyes. The eyelids and the skin under the eyes are among the most delicate areas of the skin. The skin on that area is so thin, it wrinkles easily and is susceptible to puffiness and darkening.

Puffy and dark circles under the eyes can make us look tired and appear older beyond our years. Women approaching their thirties and older generally address this area first when they try to rejuvenate themselves, because puffy and dark circles under the eyes are one of the more obvious indicators of aging. Read the rest of this entry »

Viagra, or sildenafil citrate to give it its scientific name, has quickly become one of the most well known drugs in the world. But just how effective is it?

In terms of helping a man get and maintain an erection, you would have to say its very effective. Studies have conclusively shown that to be the case.

However, there has been considerable debate over the safety of the Viagra, particularly in relation to its possibility of an increased risk of heart attack. Although, there is no danger for individuals with a stable, healthy hear, the advice is much less clear for those with known problems in that area. Consultation with a GP should always be sought beforehand. Read the rest of this entry »

What should I weigh? The answer might be based on your age (older women will need to weigh less) , on your desire to be at low risk for death due to obesity-related diseases, or just according to how you wish your body to look.

As far as your health goes, avoiding an excessive amount of body fat is the best way to lower your risk from heart disease, hypertension, diabetes and even from developing gall bladder disease. Read the rest of this entry »

These easy remedies will eliminate all of life’s little annoyances – and improve your wealth, health and sanity

Take care of the small things – maintain your kit, clean your room, say you’re sorry – and life improves in big ways. Little fixes cut stress and build a reassuring sense of control.

“Once I have success with one goal,” says Dr Tim Pychyl, an associate professor of psychology at Carleton University in Canada, “it increases my happiness, wellbeing, satisfaction and self-confidence. And that motivates me to do more.” Read the rest of this entry »

New research out this week from the American Institute for Cancer Research adds to the growing body of knowledge about actions women can take to lower their breast cancer risk. The new report is an update of previous research, adding results of 81 new studies to the findings of more than 800 that have followed women in the United States and around the world to see who develops breast cancer and who doesn’t.
The study authors contend that some 70,000 cases of breast cancer—representing 40 percent of new U.S. cases—could be prevented every year if women followed these measures. Read the rest of this entry »

by Deborah A. Klein

How exciting that specific foods can actually increase fertility! For all those women out there who are having a challenging time getting pregnant, I pray this information helps.

According to research at the Harvard School of Public Health’s department of nutrition, women who followed five or more lifestyle or dietary recommendations reduced their risk of ovulatory infertility by as much as 80%, compared with women who did not follow any recommendations. Read the rest of this entry »