Menopause is a natural cycle women enter in their 40s or 50s, in which the menstrual cycle stops. The process stays for a whole year and can differ for every woman. Menopause can even last up to 4 years. But when this...
Menopause is a natural part of ageing; when it occurs, many women experience physical and emotional changes. While some of these changes can be managed with lifestyle changes and hormone therapy, research has shown that certain foods and beverages can...
Do you ever find yourself debating whether to make a cup of coffee or tea? You know both will give you a caffeine boost, but do you know which one is better for your health? As a Tea sommelier and someone who gave up coffee 15 years ago, this has been a question I have come back to time and time again and often get asked.
The term "antioxidant" refers to a group of compounds that can counteract unstable molecules called free radicals. These molecules can cause damage to important parts of cells, such as DNA and cell membranes. Free radicals are unstable because they lack a full complement of electrons, causing them to steal electrons from other molecules and cause damage in the process. Antioxidants work by neutralizing free radicals, which involves sacrificing some of their own electrons. This process acts as a natural "off" switch for the free radicals and helps break a chain reaction that could otherwise affect other molecules and cells in the body. However, it is essential to understand that the term "antioxidant" describes a chemical property rather than a specific nutritional property.
Menopause symptoms are absolutely no joke. The annoying hot flashes, terrible mood swings, constant sleep interruptions, and risk of brittle bones are enough to disturb your personal and professional lives. When nature puts a full stop to your fertility period, your...
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