Pelvic Organ Prolapse What Can Be Done to Prevent It? The word “prolapse” comes from a Latin word meaning “to fall out of place,” which is an apt description of what happens with pelvic organ prolapse, or POP. POP occurs when an organ in the

Premenstrual Syndrome Understanding PMS from Puberty to Menopause Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a monthly condition that afflicts many women ranging from young girls (sometimes even before menses) to women approaching menopause. Many women struggle for years with changing symptoms as their reproductive systems evolve through

PCOS A Mysterious Disease Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormone-related condition that affects millions of women, most without their knowledge. Estimates suggest that between 5 and 10 percent of the female reproductive population may have PCOS, and the number may actually be even higher

Probiotic Potential Using “Friendly” Bacteria to Promote Healthy Digestion, Strengthen Immunity, and More A probiotic—literally, “for life” in Greek—is defined as “a preparation or a product containing a sufficient number of live microorganisms to alter the flora of the host and bring about beneficial health effects.”

Prostate Problems Is Testosterone Really the Culprit? For both men and women, testosterone is a vital hormone that performs many functions. For men, the "prime of life" coincides with a time when testosterone levels are at their peak. Yet testosterone does not work alone. It

The Skinny on Our Skin The largest organ in our body is our skin. Weighing on average six pounds, it provides a myriad of critical functions and is involved in a wide variety of jobs that affect the entire body. As our body's outer covering, the

Good Night, Sleep Tight Sleep is the one thing that humans are unable to give up for any length of time. Even more so than water or food, our body simply shuts down when deprived of it. Yet, according to the American Academy of Sleep

Successful Aging A Life Journey There's a lot of buzz in the media related to an aging population, along with a plethora of purported anti-aging products that contribute to a very profitable multi-billion dollar industry. The baby boomers, once again, are not happy with the

Testosterone It's Not Just for Men Anymore! To most people, testosterone is synonymous with masculinity. Although it is classified as one of the androgens, or "male" hormones, it is vital for both men and women. Both produce and use testosterone, and both men's and women's

Hypothyroidism Is 98.6° Really Normal? During the 1860s, an extensive study of over 25,000 patients revealed that the average temperature in the “normal” range was 98.6ºF. Based on that study, we have accepted 98.6º as our “normal” temperature, with variations being a cause for concern