Jessica's Health Blog

Nutritious Health Ramblings

   May 20

Are There Risks to Menopause Hormone Therapy?

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Hot FlashesHormone therapy used to be the go-to treatment for women in menopause. What changed?

In 2002, a study was published alerting women to certain risks with this type of therapy. This made many panic and stop taking hormone therapy. Is there a reason for this type of concern?

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   May 19

Kickboxing for Fitness, Health, and Wellbeing

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KickboxingKickboxing can be a fun, safe and rewarding sport to take up if you’re looking to improve your fitness, physical strength and overall wellbeing.

I first decided to take up the sport during my early twenties and have been attending classes once or twice weekly ever since, although I have no doubt I would have benefited from this from a much earlier age.

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   May 18

How to Prepare Natural Creams with Papaya

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PapayaThe latest technological advances have allowed major cosmetic producers to release some effective creams on the market, creams that are used by millions of women around the globe to treat skin conditions.

However, these creams are made of chemical products that will affect the general health and balance of your skin. People are now looking for natural products that have the same beneficial effects. Papaw ointment offers these same cosmetic benefits, while being natural and healthy for your skin.

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   May 17

Eczema Home Remedies and Treatment Tips

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EczemaSkin illnesses are known to be very notorious. Among some of the well-known skin illnesses are: blackheads, whiteheads, eczema and so on. Eczema bears very strong effects on a person’s skin.

Eczema can simply be defined as a skin rash that is usually recognized for its itching effect. The disease is normally characterized by scaly and reddish skin.

Just like the other skin disorders, eczema is also known to be curable by various homemade remedies. Most of the eczema home remedies are easily accomplished by combining a number of simple ingredients.

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   May 16

4 Simple Steps to Great Skincare

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SkincareWant to know the secret to beautiful skin?  It’s simple: stick with a daily routine.  Having a daily routine to take care of your skin may seem like an easy task, however many of us neglect our skin out of laziness.

We’ve all been in a situation where we go for a run without taking off our makeup, come home from a party and sleep with our makeup, or forget to moisturize and tone your skin.  But if you are serious about having flawless skin once and for all, just follow these 4 simple steps.

Before we get started, it is crucial to determine what type of skin you have.  Oily, dry, combination or a mixture of everything.  Your 4-step plan should cater to your own specific type of skin!

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   May 15

Is Your Hair Dye Making You Sick?

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DyeDo you love how a fresh new hair color makes you feel when you look in the mirror? You know what I mean – the way the hair shines, feels thicker and healthier and how it hides those pesky gray hairs that keep showing up!

Or, do you feel something entirely different when you use hair dye to color your hair?

Perhaps you feel sick or have experienced some nasty side effects after using dye on your hair. It’s not a coincidence…there are some women and men who react negatively to hair dyes and there’s good reason for it.

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   May 14

How to Fit in Workouts on a Busy Schedule

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BusyMost of us live very busy lives, where daily exercise can easily be put on the backburner.

Unfortunately this can wreak havoc with your health, as exercise is an essential component to a healthy lifestyle.

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   May 13

4 Simple Nutrition Tips To Help You Lose Weight

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NutritionThe first thing you need to do when you want to lose weight is to create and maintain a healthy nutrition regimen.

As soon as you begin eating right, you will find it much easier to lose weight and keep it off. It’s as simple as that.

Let’s talk about some of the things you can do to improve your nutrition. Here are 4 simple tips that should help a lot.

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   May 12

Bikram, Vinyasa, Hot Yoga, Oh My!

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YogaPoseI must admit that I don’t always love to exercise, but know that if I do it regularly I will be able to stay healthy and indulge once in a while.

While exploring the different exercise options over the years I decided to try my luck at Yoga. This seemed like a daunting task at first since there seem to be many different movements, philosophies, and choices.

However, after speaking with a friend of mine who also happens to be a chiropractor in Seattle, I was able to narrow down my choices. Here is what I learned.

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   May 11

Cutting Through The “Brain Fog”

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BrainFogIf you have ever walked into a room of your house to get something and then suddenly wondered what you were seeking, or if you suddenly draw a blank on the name of a friend that you have known for years, you understand “brain fog.

This is a term that is often used by people in an older age bracket. But the reality is that this condition does not have to be an inevitable part of aging.

With the higher incidence of Alzheimer’s disease, there has become an increasing amount of research conducted in the hopes of improving neurological health.

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