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When did menopause go from being a natural stage of life to a degenerative disease in need of a cure? Exactly when you'd expect. The transformation began in the '60s, peaked in the '90s, and continues today. In 1966 Dr. Robert A. Wilson published Feminine Forever, which advocates the use of hormone drugs to prevent or cure menopause's side effects, which he labeled as "flabby," "shrunken," Read more
"So, with the help of Lupron, I spent a few months aboard the Good Ship Menopause with all the physical baggage that entails. It’s a trip that most men don’t expect to take . . . And, guys, when your significant female other bursts into tears at the drop of a dinner plate or turns on you like a rabid pit bull — whether she’s pregnant, having her period or in the throes of menopause — Read more
In addition to featuring one of the best junk food burgers out there — the Sourdough Jack (oh, man I just made myself hungry!) — I have to say Jack in the Box has some pretty great commercials. Take this one for their fruit smoothies, featuring a glassy-eyed menopausal woman who claims this beverage keeps her from going "street rat crazy." (A Jack in the Box fruit smoothie? Really?) Read more
Did you know that millions of women suffer from thyroid conditions? In the most recent issue of O Magazine, Oprah shares the tale of her wild health ride with thyroid issues. She was plagued first by hyperthyroidism, which sped up her metabolism and prevented sleep. Oprah eventually "blew out" her thyroid and experienced classic symptoms of hypothyroidism: Her metabolism slowed and she felt Read more
We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Health.com here on our site. By Maridel Reyes It's true that there are certain times in your life when extra poundage seems to appear out of nowhere . . . and settle on you. In fact, experts have honed in on the exact moments when you're most vulnerable to weight gain. "Life transitions, having a baby, and going through menopause cause Read more
Tabatha Coffey, the star of the much-loved series, Tabatha Takes Over, is known giving the most spot-on hair advice around. And over the next few months the talented hairstylist is sharing her top tips and tricks right here on BellaSugar. We're thrilled to present to you her first post! Take it away, Tabatha. Hi everyone, I got so many emails and questions on the below topics after I appeared on Read more
We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Health.com here on our site. Does your metabolism grind to a halt after 35? Can certain foods rev it up? Answers ahead — and they're good. By Paige Greenfield Here's something to feel good about: your body is a calorie-burning machine. You'll even torch a few while reading this article. The point is, every single thing you do — Read more
We've heard it before: exercise can reduce a woman's risk for developing breast cancer. But how much and what types of exercise are we talking about? Here is some information on the relationship between breast cancer prevention and working out. Exercising Often May Make You Reach Menopause Sooner What? You're not thinking about menopause? If you're in your 20s or early 30s, I don't blame you, Read more
Is there something about your personality that leads to weight gain? — Shape Tips for making the best out of the worst: guilt-free pizza — Self Drop the mag! Intervals bust workout boredom better than reading — Carrots 'n' Cake Going retro: why step aerobics rocks! — Fitnessista Easy ways to glam up after working out — Prevention Exercise linked to early menopause: what gives? — Read more
Ever wonder what is going on chemically in the body while you sweat it out at the gym? The euphoric feelings during and after exercise, as well as the muscle soreness that might just come a day later, don't just appear magically. Your body is made up of millions of chemical reactions, which result in different physical and mental feelings. Take a look at some of the top hormones and chemicals Read more
