Get articles, daily on the email! Q: Do you have any statistics on how frequently women miscarry? Also, what are the most common causes of miscarriage? A: Unfortunately, miscarriages are much more common than most women think. About 15-20% of all pregnancies end in miscarriage. The vast majority of miscarriages are caused by genetic abnormalities, which means that the sperm and the [...]
The rhythm method of contraception Q: At what point in a woman’s cycle can she become pregnant? I heard that pregnancy can only occur three days before and three days after her period. Is this true, and if not when can one get pregnant? A: Basically, you can become pregnant only around the time of ovulation. Most [...]
Boredom may be the biggest exercise killer there is. A sense of ennui can crush the life out of your desire to go for your daily walk. I’m always looking for ways to keep my walks entertaining, so I thought I’d share my latest ideas with you! Watch old videos While doing some fall cleaning, [...]
I tend to walk after supper; is that good or bad? Will I get better results if I walk first thing in the morning? It’s a very good idea to go for an easy stroll after dinner. It will help with digestion and burn extra calories, plus it’s a great way to spend time with [...]
Many women report a decrease in libido at some point in their lives. No one really knows what drives libido. Many gynecologists think that estrogen plays a role, and if a woman who is post-menopausal complains of a low libido, I usually ask her to think about estrogen replacement therapy. However, even women with normal [...]
I want to start weight lifting to make my body leaner, not bulkier. I’m not that strong. Do you have any recommendations as to the appropriate weight to begin with? I’m happy to hear you’re interested in weight lifting. In addition to a slimmer, fitter-looking body, lifting weights builds muscles, which make staying active easier. [...]
For people who say they don’t have time for fruits and vegetables, we’ve assembled 20 tips requiring almost zero extra time or effort. If you incorporate just a few of them into your daily diet, you’ll meet your produce needs. 1. Heating canned soup in a microwave? Add to the bowl a cup of frozen [...]