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How Sexual Activity Helps Boost Health

Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 21, 2018

Couples who tend to put off sex, or have trouble making time for sexual intimacy should know that they’re missing out on far more than just a brief thrill and a bit of stress relief. There are many more health benefits of sex than just physical release. Consider these proven health benefits the next time […]

3 Natural Ingredients To Avoid in Skincare

Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 19, 2018

There are many products on the market today emblazoned with the phrase “natural ingredients;” meant to engage customers with a penchant for unprocessed skincare, but casually misleading consumers into purchasing products with significantly irritating components. Avoiding these few ingredients, always using spot tests when trying out new products, and relying on a more DIY approach […]

Simple Ways To Find Time For Physical Activity

Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 16, 2018

The all too common refrain when it comes to working out is that there simply aren’t enough hours in the day. Between work, childcare, housekeeping, and fleeting moments of relaxation, it often does seem like there just isn’t time for necessary physical activity. While many folks attribute their workouts to the daily actions that require […]

3 Ways To Focus on Postpartum Wellness

Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 14, 2018

There is an inherent struggle experienced by many mothers, both first-timers and seasoned professionals alike, that comes along with introducing a new human to the world. The stress, the emotion, and the fundamental life changes that accompany new motherhood are demanding to say the least, and sometimes, making time for self-care and mental health can […]

3 Women’s Health Trend Predictions For 2018

Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 12, 2018

With each year comes a new laundry list of precautions, preventatives, and prescriptions for living your best life. What you decide to investigate and audition is a concern of your own body chemistry, your likes, and what you consider achievable — which as we all know, varies from person to person. This year, take all […]

3 Delicious Ways To Eat Your Folic Acid

Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 9, 2018

Pregnant women are all well aware of the value of folic acid but finding ways to get it into your system can be challenging. There are plenty of multivitamins and even prescription prenatal vitamins that boast necessary levels of folic acid but let us not forget just how many foods are replete with the critical […]

Should You Be Drinking Apple Cider Vinegar?

Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 7, 2018

If you’re a fan of natural medicine, holistic preventative care, and DIY home remedies, then you are more than likely aware of the laundry list of medicinal properties associated with apple cider vinegar. Your information may be mostly correct, but with the wealth of misinformation available through the internet, it’s important to get the facts […]

3 Blood Pressure Red Flags Women Should Watch Out For

Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 5, 2018

Thinking that hypertension is somehow more dangerous to men than it is to women is a dangerous mistake that nearly one-third of all woman make. Heart disease will result in the deaths of 1-in 3 women this year, approximately one woman every minute. But it doesn’t affect all women alike, African American women have an […]

Probiotics and You – 3 Reasons To Make Probiotics a Priority

Posted by Dr. Della Parker on February 2, 2018

Probiotic might be a bit of a health food buzz word, but that doesn’t mean you should overlook it. These live bacteria and yeasts are more than just a marketing ploy. Probiotics really are good for your health, especially your digestive system. Thinking of germs or bacteria universally as bad pathogens that cause disease is […]