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Foods that boost your studying brainpower

Sarah Kelsey — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 04:02:00 -0700

Looking for an intellectual leg up when it comes to your studies? Boost your brainpower with a few of these vitamin- and nutrient-rich foods.

Backpack safety

Sarah Kelsey — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 03:55:00 -0700

Carrying a backpack is one of those necessary evils of going to school . The only problem? Backpacks -- when packed too heavily or fit improperly -- can cause serious strain on your child's body. Read on for some handy tips on how to choose a pack that’s right for him. According to the experts at Office Depot, you can find a backpack that’s both stylish and well designed. Here are some of the key features to look for when buying a backpack.

Stroke Awareness Month: Tina’s story

Sarah Kelsey — Fri, 28 May 2010 03:19:00 -0700

At 28, most women aren’t worried about suffering a stroke. So what happens when the unexpected strikes? In honor of Stroke Awareness Month, we spoke with young stroke survivor Tina Paul of Detroit, Michigan. In 2007, the new mom suffered a stroke that could have ruined her life, but thanks to a groundbreaking new technology, Tina was able to get her groove back.

Your burning summer health questions answered

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 05 May 2010 12:42:00 -0700

We like to think we're pretty good at digging up responses to some of your burning health care questions, but some responses are best left to the pros. Which is why, after taking to the streets, we contacted Amy Arbogast, a CVS pharmacist supervisor in Indianapolis, Indiana, to get answers to your must-know summer health questions.

Medicine cabinet must-haves for summer

Sarah Kelsey — Thu, 06 May 2010 12:25:00 -0700

Indulging in some summer fun - though it is pleasurable - can have its pitfalls; especially if your medicine cabinet is lacking a few must-have items to treat any number of summertime problems. What are the absolute necessities you need to stock on your shelves? Read on to find out.

Medicine cabinet spring cleaning

Sarah Kelsey — Mon, 03 May 2010 12:17:00 -0700

Now that spring has sprung, many of us start to purge our home of those items we don’t use or wear, and while the kitchen and bedroom are usually the focus of our spring cleaning tendencies, Susan Gordon, a CVS pharmacist in Tampa, Florida, took some time to explain why our medicine cabinet should also be a priority and how pharmacists can help you replace any of the contents you tossed.

What you need to know about holistic health care

Sarah Kelsey — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:21:00 -0700

It’s no surprise that studies suggest more and more people are going holistic. In fact, research from the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine estimates approximately 38 percent of adults and approximately 12 percent of children are using some form of complementary or alternative medicine. But before you hop on the holistic health bandwagon, there are a few things you should know about the industry. SheKnows.com spoke with Dr. Kamau Kokayi, a family practitioner at Patients Medical in New York City, and Dr. Svetlana Kogan, an internal medicine specialist and founder of Doctors at Trump Place about holistic health options.

Most common summer bug bites and rashes

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 16:21:00 -0700

Most summertime rituals -- enjoying the great outdoors, visiting the beach, having campfires – are a lot of fun. The accompanying and mostly unavoidable bug bites and rashes, however, are not. So when these summer maladies occur, what’s an active gal to do? We checked in with Dr. Svetlana Kogan, an internal medicine specialist and founder of Doctors at Trump Place, to find out.

Realistic anti-aging tips

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 16:13:00 -0700

Unless you’re living in a fairytale, there is, unfortunately, no real fountain of youth. But that doesn’t mean you should stop fighting the aging process. In fact, there are things you can do right now that will aid in slowing down the health and beauty clock. To aid us in our quest for internal youth, SheKnows.com spoke with Dr. Kamau Kokayi, a family practitioner at Patients Medical in New York City, about aging and what it means for our long-term health.

Top 5 health-boosting nutrients for kids

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:59:00 -0700

Ensuring your children are getting all of the nutrients they need on a daily basis is hard work. It’s important to feed your family a variety of wholesome foods as you strive for a balanced diet, but there are a few nutritional essentials that every child from toddler or teen need more than others. Here’s our list of the top five nutrient must-haves for kids to keep in mind as you plan your family’s meals.

Get back on the healthy-living track

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 13:20:00 -0700

Whether you’ve been thrown off because of your work schedule or because of a bad breakup, falling off the healthy-living train can be surprisingly easy. The good news? With a little bit of willpower and a lot of belief in yourself, getting back on the health and fitness track isn’t too hard. Here are a few diet and fitness tips to recommit to healthy living.

Hiatal hernia: The result of overeating?

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 12:21:00 -0700

If you believe there are no serious side effects to eating too much, too fast, we have news for you. The number of hiatal hernias directly linked to the amount and the way we eat is on the rise. To learn more about this painful condition, which is more common in women than men, SheKnows.com checked in with Dr. David Edelman, general surgeon at Doctors Hospital in Coral Gables, Florida.

Improve your kids’ relationship with food

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 11:49:00 -0700

When you’re running around juggling your schedule with your families, imparting healthy eating habits to your children can be challenging. But more and more research is showing that children develop their eating habits – and base their relationship with food – on the way they see mom or dad eating. Here are a few easy-to-do things that will help you teach your children to positively identify with food.

Dangers of deep-vein thrombosis

Sarah Kelsey — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:47:00 -0700

Each year 400,000 Americans develop deep-vein thrombosis , with approximately half of those cases resulting in a blood clot called a pulmonary embolism , a potentially fatal condition. What’s most shocking is DVT can happen to anyone, regardless of age or fitness level. To learn more about the condition and how to prevent it, SheKnows chatted with Dr. John Kaufman, chief of vascular and interventional radiology at Oregon Health & Science University Hospital and author of Vascular and Interventional Radiology: The Requisites.

Detecting a preterm birth

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:53:00 -0800

Premature birth is the number one cause of death among newborns in the US. But now, a new test, fetal fibronectin , has been approved by the FDA to identify a woman’s risk of delivering prematurely. It’s so accurate, it can reveal within 99 percent certainty that a woman will not deliver her baby within a two-week period.

What is diabetes?

Sarah Kelsey — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 13:48:00 -0800

With over 1.6 million new cases diagnosed each year, diabetes is one of the fastest growing diseases in the country. So why should you worry about diabetes and what exactly do you need to know? Keep reading to learn your risk factors, the different types of diabetes, sypmtoms of the disease, and tips to manage diabetes if you have it.

Kidney disease: Causes and symptoms

Sarah Kelsey — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 10:14:00 -0800

Your kidneys are of vital important to the normal, healthy functioning of your body. To date, more than 485,000 Americans are being treated for kidney failure. Of those, more than 341,000 are on dialysis and more than 140,000 have had a kidney transplant. More concerning is that kidney disease on the rise, thanks to conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure. March is National Kidney Month, giving you a reason to start raising your awareness of the devastating disease and take precautions to prevent it. Here's what you need to know about kidney disease from causes and symptoms to treatments and prevention strategies.

Protect your fertility

Sarah Kelsey — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 04:31:00 -0800

It's common knowledge that women have a harder time conceiving as they age, but new research says that having a baby may be even more difficult than previously thought. According to scientists, by the time a woman hits 30, she may have lost up to 90 percent of her eggs, and only 3 percent are reportedly left by the time a woman hits 40. A new study highlights the importance of protecting your fertility before and after you hit age 30. If you are trying to conceive, here's what you need to know about your biological clock.

Real couple gripes and how to solve them

Sarah Kelsey — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:00:00 -0800

Rare is the couple that never runs into relationship problems . How can you solve some real-life relationship gripes? Read on to find out.

10 Embarrassing sex questions

Sarah Kelsey — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 19:14:00 -0700

Talking sex, especially when it involves health issues, can be embarrassing -- especially when it's in front of a 50-year-old, bespectacled doctor holding a tube of lube and a speculum. Here are some of the burning , most embarrassing sex questions most people are too afraid to ask, along with their answers.