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How to Become Fibroid Free

On February 19, 2017 / Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show, Women's Health

Many years ago I dated a fabulous man training to be a doctor. He came home one night and said a patient told him, ” I have fibroids in my eucharist!” We both had a laugh about the malapropism. But the reality is, fibroids are no laughing matter. They are painful and can impact a woman’s quality of life. And many women have them. The National Women’s Health Network website says, “according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women’s Health, about 30 percent of all women will get them by age 35, and about 20-80 percent

No Woman Should Die of a Broken Heart- Feb 13- Fearless Fabulous You!

On February 12, 2017 / Women's Health

No woman should die of a broken heart. But, sadly they do. Heart disease is the #1 killer of all women. One in 2.6 women will die of a heart attack, stroke or other heart ailment. And most women ignore the signs which can be more subtle than with men. Cardiologist Dr. Nieca Goldberg, Director, Joan H Tisch Women’s Center, at NYU Langone and spokesperson for the American Heart Association’s GO RED FOR WOMEN Campaign, joins me February 13 on Fearless Fabulous YOU! to discuss risk factors, types of heart disease and prevention. I am a huge fan of her book, “Dr.

Why Women Need Folic Acid + Dream Big & Live Better- Jan 30- Fearless Fabulous You!

On January 30, 2017 / Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show, Happiness, Women's Health

If you have watched the TV show “The Doctors” you probably have seen Dr. Lisa Masterson who also has a podcast series on women’s health called Health in Heels. Lisa will discuss why folic acid is important to women’s health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends 400 micrograms (mcg) a day. Folic acid is essential for women who are planning to become pregnant but it is also important for healthy skin, hair and nails. Where to find it? Breakfast cereals, citrus leafy greens, whole grains. Hear from Author Donna Palm on how she went from being a

Affordable Health Care Starts with Taking Better Care of Yourself

On January 30, 2017 / Women's Health

We’ve marched and rallied to support women around the nation and the world to protect our equal rights and the right to make our own personal decisions about our bodies. But are you doing everything you can to care for your own health every day? If you pay for your health insurance or have been treated for an illness, you know that affordable health care is a misnomer. It is all expensive, especially if you get sick. The best affordable health care starts by taking better care of yourself. Starting with Women’s Heart Health Month (February), I will provide practical

Managing Pain Safely & GMO Foods: Pros and Cons- Jan 23- Fearless Fabulous You!

On January 23, 2017 / Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show, Healthy Living, Making Things Happen, Women's Health

Pain is Epidemic in the USA The saying “No pain. No gain” may apply to some forms of exercise, but when pain is chronic there is a lot to lose in terms of quality of life. According to the National Center for Health Statistics (2006), approximately 76.2 million, one in every four Americans, have suffered from pain that lasts longer than 24 hours and millions more suffer from acute pain. Pain affects more Americans than diabetes, heart disease and cancer combined and is the most common cause of long term disability. There are many holistic ways to manage

Tips To Reduce Your Risk for Cervical Cancer

On January 15, 2017 / Women's Cancers, Women's Health

Did you know cervical cancer can be prevented? The human papillomavirus (HPV) is the cause of 99% of all cases. HPV is transmitted through sexual relations. Both women and men can contract HPV and surprisingly nearly 80% have the virus. Most may be unaware that they do. Cervical cancer is usually asymptomatic, or symptoms may be mistaken for another medical condition. Like most cancers, early detection is important for effective treatment. January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Ana Tergas cares for women with all gynecological cancers at Columbia University Medical Center, She discusses cervical cancer risk reduction with me

January 9, 4PM EST on Fearless Fabulous You!

On January 9, 2017 / Careers, Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show, Making Things Happen, Women's Health

She Created the First Hair Salon for Kids Cozy Friedman knew nothing about cutting hair or raising kids when she conceived of Cozy’s Cut’s For Kids, a hair salon just for children. But she saw an idea and seized an opportunity. Marketing and making things happen is in Cozy’s DNA. In 1992 she heard about a young boy’s bad experience at an adult hair salon. Cozy conceived her kid-friendly salon. Cozy went back to school to learn hair cutting, wrote a business plan and started to shop her idea around. Initially investors just didn’t get the concept. A hair salon

Medical Errors- What You Should Know to Protect Your Health- Fearless Fabulous You!

On October 31, 2016 / Women's Health

We’ve all heard a story like this: Someone you know, or a friend of a friend, goes to the hospital with a medical condition. She is treated, with surgery or medication. But something goes wrong. The end result is she is worse off than before. Worst case scenario is she is permanently disabled or dies. You wonder, “What happened?” Maybe it was a bad drug interaction or a prescription mistake. Maybe it was a botched surgery or a hospital-acquired infection. Maybe it was a misdiagnosis. All of these are common causes of preventable deaths due to medical errors according to

Learn Signs of a Stroke October 24 on Fearless Fabulous You! W4WN.com

On October 24, 2016 / Women's Health

Do you know the signs of a stroke? You should. Because sometimes the signs are ignored or misinterpreted. The signs can be sudden, and time is of the essence when they occur. If you see any of these sudden signs you need to act fast because the most effective treatments for a stroke are only available within three hours of the first symptoms. Source www.cdc.gov Sudden numbness or weakness on one side of the body Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes Sudden confusion or trouble speaking Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or lack of coordination Sudden severe headache with no

It’s Time to Draw the Line About Crossing the Line

On October 16, 2016 / Healthy Living, Staying Grounded, Women's Health

It was a sunny day on the tennis court that summer, and more than the weather was heating up. We were coming to the end of the set. My ball hit the net. We both went up to retrieve it. As we lifted our heads our eyes locked. His were deep blue, and they stared at me intently. He reached over the net and grabbed the back of my neck and started to kiss me. My heart raced. Sound romantic? It wasn’t. The man was my direct boss at the public relations agency where we worked, and he had crossed

Yellow Fingers? Numb Toes? What You Need To Know About Raynaud’s

On October 15, 2016 / Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show, Women's Health

Do your toes or fingers turn yellow, blue and numb when they are cold? You may have a condition called Raynaud’s. According to the non-profit Raynaud’s Association: “Raynaud’s Disease (aka Raynaud’s Phenomenon or Raynaud’s Syndrome) causes an interruption of blood flow to the fingers, toes, nose, and/or ears when a spasm occurs in the blood vessels of these areas. Spasms are caused by exposure to cold or emotional stress. It can cause pain, numbness and throbbing of the extremities. In severe cases, the area may develop ulcerations and infections, which can lead to gangrene.” Raynaud’s affects 5-10% of the U.S. population (approx.

The High Cost of Cheap Food

On August 29, 2016 / Nutrition and Diet, Women's Health

I’m all for cutting corners in the right places to save waste, time and money. But not when it comes to your health. This includes purchasing the best health insurance you can afford, finding doctors and a health facility you trust, making sure your home and environment are toxin free, and following an optimum eating, hydrating and exercise regimen. You can be proactive about all of these or learn the hard way. The good news is you don’t have to spend a lot of time and money to make healthy changes. Diet and exercise are two of the simplest and most cost-effective. While there are many