Hormone imbalance refers to the levels of certain hormones, mainly estrogen and progesterone, in a women’s body that can sometimes be thrown out of place. Hormone imbalances can cause various health issues and general inconveniences for women, so be on the lookout for the signs. Here are 12 signs of hormone imbalance in women:…
Teen-years can feel like one of the most stressful times of your life with school, exams, sports, dating, and pressure from everybody in your life about these situations. Stress in your teen-years can easily become a lot to handle and when this happens it could result in issues at school or home, and can lead…
Eczema is not a specific skin condition as often thought, but rather a name for different skin conditions which are normally in the form of rashes or outbreaks. One of the leading causes for eczema is stress, and everybody has experienced stress at some time of their life. Whether it is due to your job,…
Rush hour traffic. Meeting after meeting. Getting the kids to school on time. Paying the bills. Sometimes you just wish that you could cut all the stress out of your life. It might be a bit far-fetched to move to a tropical island and sip cocktails on the beach all day. But the reality is…
Stress is prevalent in today’s fast-paced world. Common triggers range from relationships and finances to work stress, leaving focus on exercise and weight loss blurred. In addition, chemical responses in the body from stress can bring weight loss to a halting grind. Understanding how stress affects the body and recognizing stress triggers can aid in…
When stressed, the body prepares itself by ensuring that enough sugar or energy is readily available. Insulin levels fall, glucagon and epinephrine (adrenaline) levels rise and more glucose is released from the liver. At the same time, growth hormone and cortisol levels rise, which causes body tissues (muscle and fat) to be less sensitive to…
You constantly feel nervous. Even the smallest unplanned event sends you spiralling. Sometimes it feels like you can’t breathe. There is some good news If you suffer from anxiety. We will be looking at the causes, symptoms of anxiety and how to treat it naturally. Why do I get so anxious? Anxiety is a…
We all get stressed out by something. Whether it is work, studies, finances, or relationships – we all need some tips to manage that stress and anxiety. When feeling anxious or stressed, these 15 tips might just help to manage the stress: Take a time-out – Listen to music, get a massage, or learn relaxation…
