Veronica

There are so many choices for over-the-counter medications for yeast infections, and I understand the difference between the suppositories, creams and wipes. I'm curious, though, to know which ...

My 3 year old just realized he can get out of his "big boy bed" without waiting for us to come get him. Now, I'm nervous about the possibility of him "realizing" he can get out of his room and ...

I have been reading about the health impacts of diet soda (Diet Soda Does Not Equal Zero Impact. I am tired of drinking "just" water, and I know diet soda has many health implications (craving ...

My husband said the strangest thing---he did not want to put sunscreen lotion on our toddler when we were going outside for a walk (he would be mostly, if not all, in the shade in his stroller), ...

I just watched Dr. Daenell's video on empowher https://www.empowher.com/share/weight-management/video-dr-daenell-what-can-women-do-about-unwanted-weight about what women can do about their ...

"Venting" gets such a bad rap, and can be seen as gossiping or just "being negative", and I'm wondering if there is a good side to blowing off steam and just venting to a friend?

My mother is trying to find a beginning yoga exercise tape (with good music!), and I don't even know where to start looking for her. I've thought of amazon.com, with the customer reviews, but ...

My friend's daughter is having tubes put into her ears. What is this for? Is it painful, and how long are these tubes in place?

I am sore from exercising, and it lasts for a day or two. It happens when I try a new form of exercise, and I want to know if there is a way to prevent it, as it hinders my sleep! During the ...

A few months ago, I read about a 42-year old man who lost 80 pounds (in 6 months) by eating at McDonalds! Is this true? I believe his cholesterol went down, too, as he was eating salads and ...

My good friend's 4-year old daughter was just diagnosed with juvenile dermatomyositis on Wednesday, and we are scared and shocked! What does this mean for the long-term health of her daughter? ...

I just wanted to let others know that July is National Hemochromatosis Awareness Month, and if anyone has experience with this disorder, it would be helpful to hear! We often talk about ...

I just read a survivor's story on the American Heart Association (AHA) site, where a woman said that a stranger saved her life with his performing CPR on her until the EMT came (and they had to ...

My family and I are planning a beach vacation, and it seems every year one of us is stung by a jellyfish or bitten by sand mites (is that even the right term?). What should I pack as first aid ...

Since moving to another state, I have been suffering from seasonal allergies. This is nothing new to me, during the winter time, and now I am wondering if I have year-round seasonal allergies ...

I know that I am suppsed to visit my OB/GYN once/year for a Pap Smear and to get a refill on my birth control pills. I also know that I am supposed to go to my dentist/dental hygienist every 6 ...

I just read a helpful post about the differences between green and white tea, and it made me realize I also have some tea questions! Here they are: 1. If black, green and white teas have the ...

I have a 6 year old nephew that is INCREDIBLY hyperactive, to the point where he can not pay attention, or listen to instructions given by his parents or other family members. How do you know ...

My husband is a Webmaster, and works 8-12 hour days at his computer. He recently read that it is not good to "sit all day", and that standing is a better alternative, as it helps with everything ...

I am thinking about getting a body piercing...I'm kind of excited! But, I want to make sure it doesn't get infected (my sister's got infected...ouch!). What do I need to know, and where should I ...

After seeing the post on the bodily injury through amputation: https://www.empowher.com/share/self-amputation/body-integrity-identity-disorder-the-strange-compulsion-self-amputate it reminded me ...

Do you use any energy drinks? If so, have you had any positive results? I understand the excessive amount of caffeine and sugar aren't considered "healthy", but in moderation are they ...

I need suggestions! I've realized that when I need to re-energize, unwind or "chill out", that I do this by "rewarding" myself with food. The problem is: I am doing this more and more often ...

Argh! I just had to let that out. My husband and I have been fighting...more like nit-picking and arguing...over everything. We are under a lot of stress (just moved cross-country), and it ...

My parents use a butter spread that claims to "actively remove cholesterol". I've noticed several types of butter/oil spreads at the grocery store, meant to replace butter or margarine, and are ...

With so much negative publicity in the media right now, Lasik surgery is not looking like it's the greatest option. There are numerous people coming forth to talk about their negative, even ...

I've been happy with the birth control pill (BCP) that I'm currently on (have been taking for 15+ years), and recently saw an advertisement for Yaz. Is anyone taking Yaz, and/or do know more ...

My family and I are visiting my parents this week, and I noticed a lot of cute "jokes" around the house, in the form of refrigerator magnets, pot holders, small plaques on bookcases and hanging on ...