You probably don’t think much about your bladder. That is, of course, until it stops working properly. Issues such as painful urination or accidental urine leakage, known as urinary incontinence (UI), can catch you by surprise.  Urinary incontinence can keep …

Many new moms have questions about breastfeeding nutrition. What is the best diet for a nursing mom? Do I really burn extra calories while breastfeeding? Do I need to give my baby vitamin D drops or can she get all …

Prostate cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in men and the third leading cause of cancer death in men. The American Cancer Society estimates that 164,690 new cases of prostate cancer and 29,430 deaths from the disease will occur …

The holidays are a time that many people look forward to all year, but they can be stressful for some. It is easy to overextend your time with parties, travel, and shopping. Overscheduling during the holidays can lead to skipping …

Kidney stones are so common that one in ten people will develop one during their lifetime. They occur most frequently between 20 and 40 years of age but can develop at any point during your life. If you’ve had a …

Arthritis is a catchall term to describe conditions that cause swelling of the joints and surrounding tissues. Most types of arthritis cause pain in the joints, where the two bones meet. Many myths surround the reported benefits of a healthy …

You don’t think about your cervix very often unless you are at the gynecologist having a Pap test.  And even then, you are probably trying not to think about it. A Pap test examines the cervix to look for abnormal …

It is natural to feel concerned and overwhelmed with a newborn baby. After all, this tiny human depends on you for everything. With all the worry of being a new parent, it can be tricky to determine if you …

Women with PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) may struggle with getting good quality sleep. Sleep plays a critical role in not only managing some symptoms of PCOS, but also your overall health.  In this article, we share information about PCOS and …

Pregnancy is often a time for surprises when it comes to food. You may find yourself repulsed by foods you used to love. Or you may be craving foods you haven’t had in years. Whatever the case may be, you …