February 2013 - Better Health For Women

Some Food Facts

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Better Health For Women

In the age of the internet, rumors can spread like wildfire and some of the most prevalent rumors are about the foods we consume. What’s good, what’s bad, what should never be eaten. Once a food gains a negative reputation, good luck convincing anyone otherwise. Even if the rumor was incorrect to begin with. Here […] Read More

Traveling Alone

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Better Health For Women

The thought of traveling alone as a single female can often create feelings of fear or insecurity and be quite overwhelming. During my travels in Antarctica I had the opportunity to meet a very special woman from England who proved to be quite the opposite. My fellow traveller is 76 years old and began her […] Read More

Should you take Calcium Supplements? Ask the Swedes!

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Better Health For Women

How much Calcium is good for you? You might want to know about a recently published Swedish study by Karl Michaëlsson, MD, PhD, professor in medical epidemiology and senior consultant in orthopedic surgery at Uppsala University in Sweden. Dr. Michaëlsson and his colleagues report in an article published online February 13 in the BMJ, that […] Read More

Fashion Trend Report

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Better Health For Women

Peplum This nipped in style appears to be sticking around a little longer than originally expected. Look for this waist enhancing style in tops, skirts and dresses. One word of caution, if wearing a peplum dress, ensure that the top and bottom of the dress are sufficiently fitted (fitted, not tight) as loose versions will […] Read More

Senior Driving Tips and Warning Signs – Is it Safe for Your Loved One to Drive?

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Better Health For Women

Although many elderly loved ones can continue to drive safely in their senior years, it’s normal for driving abilities to change as individuals grow older. It’s also critical for us to pay attention to warning signs that age may be interfering with driving abilities and safety. You can help keep your loved ones safe on […] Read More

Fitness with Kids

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Better Health For Women

For most of the country, this week is school vacation week. A beloved time for children from Long Island to the Redwood Forest to escape school for a few days. But for parents, it can be an anxiety-filled seven days of trying to find activities for the kids to do. And meanwhile, you wonder how […] Read More

Lose Weight and Stay Fit While on Vacation

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Better Health For Women

Fitness Themed Vacations: The best vacations are among a group of great friends, so plan your next vacation with your closest girl friends! The times of lying on a beach at a resort for a week while sipping drinks and eating endless amounts of food has greatly changed. One of the worst feelings is returning […] Read More

Ovarian Cancer Screening- The Brits are Saying Don’t Wait!

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Better Health For Women

Women who are at risk for Ovarian cancer should know about a Phase-1 study performed in Britain(1). The investigators provided annual vaginal sonograms and CA 125 blood tests to screen greater than 3500 women who were deemed to be at 10% or greater lifetime risk for ovarian cancer. The average age was 44.6 years and […] Read More

Dressing for your Body Shape- The Hourglass

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Better Health For Women

This is the fifth and final instalment in the dress your body type series. If you’re unsure of your type, read through the first paragraph of each post and go with the description that fits you best. You’re an hourglass if your hips are the same width as your shoulders and you have a defined […] Read More

Lumpectomy vs. Mastectomy

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Better Health For Women

This is a recent article from Medscape which contains important information that women diagnosed with Breast Cancer should be aware of. Lumpectomy May Have Better Survival Than Mastectomy No Data on Systemic Therapy Nick Mulcahy Jan 28, 2013 The largest observational study of women with early breast cancer suggests that breast conserving therapy/BCT (lumpectomy and […] Read More