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10 Cancer Warning Signs Women Often Overlook

Pierre Van Zyl2nd April 2025Cancer, Heal, Health Awareness, Women’s Health

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The cancer rate for women under age 50 is rising, according to the American Cancer Society. Fortunately, cancer mortality is on the decline, mainly due to early detection. However, many women overlook certain cancer symptoms, especially if they are you…

Woman, 46, Shares Surprising Symptoms She Ignored Before Her Heart Attack

Pierre Van Zyl29th March 2025Women’s Health

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At 46 years old with no health problems or any previous medical history with heart issues, the last thing Nikki expected was to have a heart attack. So, when sneaky symptoms started cropping up, she didn’t think much of them. She even chalked most of t…

Frequent Urination: Understand the Causes and When to Seek Help

Pierre Van Zyl28th March 2025Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn, Women’s Health

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How often do you pee every day? Perhaps this is something you’ve never actually paid attention to. If you are someone who finds themselves often making a trip to the bathroom, you may have asked yourself how often is considered normal? The reality is t…

10 Key Cancer Symptoms in Women That Shouldn’t Be Overlooked

Pierre Van Zyl20th March 2025Cancer, Learn, Women’s Health

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Cancer affects everyone: Women, men, children, the elderly, teenagers – it is a disease that can be brutally indiscriminatory. For women, there are certain cancers that we need to be aware of, as they only affect the organs of the female reproduc…

Teen Girls Cut Chemical Exposure Dramatically by Changing Their Cosmetics

Pierre Van Zyl15th March 2025Heal, Health Awareness, parenting, Women’s Health

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Ever since the famous, whistle-blowing book There’s Lead in Your Lipstick came out, we’ve known that cosmetics can be a large source of chemical exposure for women. Despite that, we haven’t done too much to put pressure on the cosmetics industry to cha…

Your Guide to Preparing for the Gynecologist: 10 Key Dos and Don’ts

Pierre Van Zyl13th March 2025Heal, Women’s Health

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No matter how many times you go to the gynecologist, it always remains something that can either cause feelings of unease all the way to downright anxiety. To help feel more confident and have a better experience at the gynecologist, there are many thi…

12 Models Who are Reshaping The Idea of Beauty

Pierre Van Zyl8th March 2025Health Awareness, Women’s Health

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They say that beauty is subjective but you wouldn’t think so looking at famous supermodels. They all tend to share the same features, slim figures, flawless skin, high cheekbones, tall stature, long legs, and so on. Although there is growing diversity …

Some people are just finding out why they get bleach patches on their underwear

Pierre Van Zyl28th February 2025Women’s Health

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Individuals have long been pondering the cause behind those bothersome bleach patches on their underwear. But at last, the answer is here. Rest assured; your washing machine is not at fault. You may have come across individuals extolling the might of t…

Dog Saliva Causes Ohio Woman to Lose Legs and Arms

Pierre Van Zyl21st January 2025Heal, News + Discoveries, Women’s Health

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An infection as the result of dog saliva caused an Ohio woman to spend 10 days in a coma, 80 days in the hospital, and ultimately lose her arms and legs.  Marie Trainer says she has no memory of what happened but remembers feeling sick. She woke u…

At 71, She Began Working Out After Gaining 20 Pounds—and Transformed 50% of Her Body Composition Into Muscle in One Year

Pierre Van Zyl21st January 2025Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Women’s Health

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Throughout her life, Char was under the impression that working out was mainly focused on weight loss. Relatable as she was struggling herself with weight loss, fitness was never a priority. It was only when she found herself in her 50’s that men…

Viral Video of Woman’s ‘Steaming Head’ From Menopause Has People Saying ‘Every Man Needs To See This’

Pierre Van Zyl13th November 2024Heal, Women’s Health

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A surprising video has brought a new awareness about menopause and what it feels like. Tracey Monique posted a video of herself sitting at a sports game at night while experiencing a menopausal hot flash. The dark background and overhead light illumina…

What Causes Excessive Dark Facial and Body Hair Growth in Women?

Pierre Van Zyl26th October 2024ai-assisted, Women’s Health

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Excessive dark facial and body hair growth in women is a medical condition known as hirsutism. This phenomenon, which primarily affects areas where men typically grow hair, is driven by various factors, from hormonal imbalances to underlying health iss…

Scientists Finally Figure Out What’s Causing Girls to Get Periods at a Younger Age

Pierre Van Zyl19th October 2024Health Awareness, News + Discoveries, Women’s Health

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The onset of menstruation, or menarche, among girls in the United States is occurring at a younger age than in previous generations. This rise is being seen particularly among racial minority and lower-income individuals. This concerning trend has prom…

10 Benefits of Elderberry (Immune System, Heart Health, and More)

Pierre Van Zyl16th October 2024Cancer, Digestion, Heal, Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn, Men’s Health, Mental Health, Remedies & Green Beauty, Women’s Health

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Elderberries are renowned for their potent health benefits, particularly when it comes to boosting the immune system and supporting heart health. With a rich history of medicinal use dating back centuries, elderberries have emerged as a popular natural…

Simple At-Home Test May Reveal if ‘You Will Die Early’ Expert Says

Pierre Van Zyl13th October 2024Fitness + Yoga, Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn, Men’s Health, Women’s Health

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We know that fitness is important. Like it or not, we know that stronger bodies are long-lasting bodies and that strength, mobility, and endurance are all important markers of health. In the realm of health and well-being, a simple at-home test may hol…

Women Who Start Menopause Before a Certain Age More Likely to Die Young

Pierre Van Zyl12th October 2024Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Women’s Health

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Premature and early menopause can have significant implications for a woman’s health, increasing the risk of early death. According to the Cleveland Clinic, menopause is a natural stage in a woman’s life when she can no longer conceive. Whi…

How To Make Prune Compote: A Nutrient Power House With Many Health Benefits

Pierre Van Zyl2nd October 2024Digestion, Drinks, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn, Remedies & Green Beauty, Weight Loss, Women’s Health

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Prunes, also known as dried plums, have been cherished for centuries for their remarkable health benefits. There are many ways to enjoy prunes, from eating them as-is to cooking with them. One of the best ways to experience the goodness of prunes is by…

Turmeric, Green Tea, Ashwagandha, and 3 Other Herbal Supplements That Could Cause Liver Damage

Pierre Van Zyl29th September 2024Heal, Health Awareness, News + Discoveries, Remedies & Green Beauty, Weight Loss, Women’s Health

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Millions of Americans are turning to herbal supplements to improve their health and well-being. However, recent research has shed light on the potential risks associated with some popular herbal supplements. These are the dangers of certain herbal supp…

How Supporting Your Gut Health Can Help You Lose Weight

Pierre Van Zyl27th September 2024Digestion, Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn, Weight Loss, Women’s Health

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Losing weight is not easy for many people. While some seem to drop pounds immediately after even just small changes, others can’t seem to get the scale to budge. This has left some scientists to dig a little deeper into the world of weight loss a…

Beautician Gives Shocking Description About One Thing That Happens During a Brazillian Wax

Pierre Van Zyl24th September 2024Women’s Health

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The process of getting a Brazilian wax is often associated with dread, discomfort, and awkwardness. What we often don’t think of, however, is the person on the other side: The esthetician doing the waxing. Recent revelations from beauticians on Reddit …

Doctor Suggests Bizarre Way To Sit If You’re Struggling With Constipation

Pierre Van Zyl29th August 2024Heal, Health Awareness, Learn, Women’s Health

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Constipation is an uncomfortable and frustrating experience that most people encounter at some point in their lives. Whether it’s due to diet, stress, or other factors, not being able to go when you need to can be a real problem. Fortunately, a f…

How Walking Can Help You Lose Weight and Keep It Off

Pierre Van Zyl1st August 2024Heal, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Weight Loss, Women’s Health

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Experts agree that a sedentary lifestyle is terrible for people’s health. It increases the risk of blood clots, heart disease, weight gain, diabetes, mental health issues, and all-cause mortality. But people don’t need to live at the gym in order to ha…

Young Woman Goes Viral After Revealing Stunning Results of Her Jaw Surgery

Pierre Van Zyl27th July 2024Personal Growth + Development, Women’s Health

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A young woman named Maddie has gone viral after sharing a video of her transformation relating to jaw surgery. The videos have garnered over 30 million views and take followers on a journey from before, during, and after her procedures. Elective Jaw Su…

How to Revive Thin, Gray, and Out of Control Hair

Pierre Van Zyl23rd July 2024Make, Remedies & Green Beauty, Women’s Health

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Gray hair is just one of many changes within our bodies as we age. However, with the color change comes a few other undesirable effects like dry, brittle, or dull hair. Here are a few tips to help revive aging hair. Try Dye for Gray Hair The most obvio…

11 Of The Weirdest Things That Happened to People Taking Ambien

Pierre Van Zyl20th July 2024Women’s Health

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Ambien, also known by its generic name, Zolpidem, is a popular prescription medication used to treat insomnia. While it’s highly effective in helping people get a good night’s sleep, it has also become notorious for its bizarre side effects. Here…

7 Sings of Uterine Cancer Women Shouldn’t Ignore

Pierre Van Zyl29th June 2024Heal, Health Awareness, Women’s Health

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Uterine is one of the most common forms of cancer, especially for women post-menopause. There are two types: the rare uterine sarcoma (that develops in the muscle walls of the uterus), and endometrial cancer (that develops in the uterine lining). …

This Nighttime Symptom Could Be A Telling Sign of Heart Disease

Pierre Van Zyl11th June 2024Heal, Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Men’s Health, Women’s Health

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Heart disease, one of the leading causes of death worldwide, often manifests through subtle symptoms that can be easily overlooked or mistaken for less serious conditions. Among these, a specific sign of heart disease —sleep apnea—has gained significan…

The More Women Followed This Diet, That Longer They Lived – Study

Pierre Van Zyl8th June 2024Heal, Women’s Health

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The Mediterranean diet has won the title of being the best overall diet according to 2023 rankings for the U.S. News and World Report. It’s won the previous five years as well. And for good reason. It’s based on natural foods but with enough flexibilit…

These Painkilling Cannabis Tampons May Be The End of Period Cramps

Pierre Van Zyl30th May 2024Heal, Learn, News + Discoveries, Women’s Health

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CBD is becoming increasingly recognized as an effective medicinal product by both the common public and medical professionals alike. It is known to be able to treat a variety of medical conditions, ranging from glaucoma to insomnia. However, it is…

48 Foods for Balancing Hormones and Glowing Skin

Pierre Van Zyl30th May 2024Heal, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Women’s Health

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The word “hormonal” is term often attributed to women. Mainly because we are the ones who experience PMS, and menstrual cycles. However, having an unbalanced set of hormones does not fall solely upon our womanly parts. No, it is actual…

Woman awakens after 20 years in catatonic state. The reason may change psychiatry forever.

Pierre Van Zyl28th May 2024Heal, Women’s Health

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It was in the year 2000 when medical student Sanders Markx first met April Burrell. At that point, April had already been living in a psychiatric institution for nearly six years. Diagnosed with a severe form of schizophrenia at age 21, she was in what…

15 Women’s Health Myths That Can Be Harmful

Pierre Van Zyl24th May 2024Women’s Health

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Women’s health is a complex and important topic that is often shrouded in myths and misinformation. The prevalence of online information has increased both the accessibility of knowledge and the spread of false claims. In this article, we will de…

5 Minor Signs That Something is Majorly Wrong With Your Body

Pierre Van Zyl19th May 2024Heal, Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn, Men’s Health, transfered-to-oh, Women’s Health

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Your body always knows there is something wrong way before your brain does. It’s easy to ignore something tiny. Simple to dismiss as something that doesn’t really matter. But there are serious signs something is wrong with your body without you being a…

Personality Traits That Are Most Associated With Getting a Dementia Diagnosis

Pierre Van Zyl15th May 2024Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn, Men’s Health, Mental Health, Personal Growth + Development, Women’s Health

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Dementia is a progressive condition that affects cognitive function, including memory, thinking, and behavior. While aging is the most significant risk factor for developing dementia, recent research suggests that certain personality traits may also pl…

13 Potentially Harmful Teas to Avoid During Pregnancy

Pierre Van Zyl14th May 2024Health Awareness, Learn, Pregnancy, Women’s Health

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Pregnancy is a time of careful consideration of everything that goes into your body, including beverages like tea. While tea is generally considered a healthy beverage, not all types of tea are safe for consumption during pregnancy. It’s crucial …

Losing hair? How to tell if it is a sign of thyroid issues, digestive disorders or nutrient deficiency

Pierre Van Zyl12th May 2024Heal, Health Awareness, Men’s Health, Women’s Health

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This is likely one of the shallowest posts I’ll ever write—it’s about hair. However, what is so shallow about hair? We all know the importance of having a good hair day. It seems from the moment we wake up, look in the mirror and notice that our top bu…

Can You Treat UTIs Without Antibiotics?

Pierre Van Zyl9th May 2024Heal, Health Awareness, Learn, Women’s Health

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In a poignant and deeply personal essay from The Cut, Chantel Tattoli shared her experiences with recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs). Being on and off antibiotics, she finally found the solution to her problem in an alternative method to treat t…

Sorry Ladies, But It’s Not Supposed to Smell Like Flowers

Pierre Van Zyl7th May 2024Heal, Health Awareness, Women’s Health

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Our feminine hygiene industry is undoubtedly lead by fear, but who created the fear? Was it a woman’s fear that her natural cycle was a disturbance to a functioning society, or was this fear forced onto women by the marketing and advertising of ‘…

Vetiver Oil Improves ADHD, Anxiety & Brain Health (And Repels Termites, Too!)

Pierre Van Zyl2nd May 2024Heal, Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Men’s Health, Mental Health, Women’s Health

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Vetiver oil has been used in traditional medicine in South Asia, Southeast Asia and West Africa for thousands of years. It’s native to India, and both its leaves and roots have wonderful uses. Vetiver is known as a sacred herb valued because of its&#16…

Doctor’s Thought Woman Had a Sinus Infection, But It Was Actually An Extremely Rare Cancer

Pierre Van Zyl1st May 2024Cancer, Women’s Health

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Annika, a 28-year-old woman from California, shares a harrowing tale of battling a deadly sinus cancer that strikes fewer than one in a million individuals, ultimately leading to the removal of her right eye. A cancer so rare, there are less than 200 c…