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Educating your Children About Healthy Diets

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Better Health For Women

Not only is it vacation week, but it’s also just a few months away from swimsuit season. Given today’s pervasive media message of wanting to be an ultra skinny airbrushed model, some children may suffer from low physical self-esteem. Children in elementary school might start asking about being on a diet or wanting to tone […] Read More

Watch For Exotic Animal Prints from Issa And Banana Republic

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Better Health For Women

An exciting new collaboration has recently been announced. Issa, the London-based brand made famous by Kate Middleton, has collaborated with Banana Republic on a limited edition capsule collection. The 40-piece collection will hit stores on August 6 and is said to be inspired by Banana Republic’s safari heritage and “the spirit of exotic journey”. “We […] Read More

The Perfect Sport’s Bra to Compliment Your Workout

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Better Health For Women

The way we present and dress while working out has a lot to due with one’s fitness success. You may not realize it, but when you like and feel great about the way you dress, your workout will be influenced in a positive way. One of the most basic pieces of workout gear for women […] Read More

New Vitamin D and Calcium Guidelines from the USPTSF

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Better Health For Women

A new United States Preventative Task Force recommendation concludes that there is not enough evidence to support recommendations for vitamin D and calcium supplementation for the primary prevention of fractures in community based men and premenopausal women. There was enough evidence to recommend against daily calcium supplements and vitamin D for the primary prevention of […] Read More

Oral Hormone Therapy May be Linked to Increased Risk for Gallstones

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Better Health For Women

The March 18, 2013 Canadian Medical Association journal published an article article about menopausal hormone therapy and the risk of gallstones. Previous studies conducted in the United States and UK have reported an increased risk of cholecystectomy in women exposed to hormone replacement therapy, but with significant differences between types of hormone treatments. This study […] Read More

Mail Order Beauty Products

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Better Health For Women

Whether you are a beauty buff who loves to try the latest products or a chapstick kind of girl who gets overwhelmed at the beauty counter, the latest beauty trend of sample subscriptions is perfect for you. For a monthly fee, receive your own curated box of goodies right in your mailbox. These subscription services […] Read More

Get Out and Travel for Spring

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Better Health For Women

For anyone with children, you know that April vacation is here in just over a week. And for those without, the weather is finally getting warm enough to spend more time outside. There’s no better time than now to get out and explore the world. Better yet, you don’t have to travel across the ocean […] Read More

Foods that Boost Your Energy – and Taste Good

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Better Health For Women

All types of food provide energy, but when you are looking for an added energy boost here are some of the top foods to consider. Remember that even if foods are deemed healthy, always eat in moderation! Dark Chocolate: Look for the darkest chocolate, with a high cocoa concentration for the best energy boost. Cocoa […] Read More

Dress the Body You are in Today!

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Better Health For Women

I have seen it dozens of times. Women holding off on making new wardrobe purchases until something changes – very often that something is in the realm of weight loss. What many people do not realize is that what they are essentially saying to themselves is “I’ll appreciate myself once I change or am good […] Read More

Healthy Easter Treats

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Better Health For Women

Of all the major holidays, Easter is easily the most decadent. The arrival of fresh vegetables and spring meats creates a menu that is padded with luscious bread and indulgent desserts. And that’s just the family dinner. Forget about the morning breakfast and all that chocolate the Easter Bunny brought you. For these reasons alone, […] Read More