Swedish researchers have further proof that your sleep habits contribute to obesity. They found women who sleep less tended to have bigger bellies and waistlines. Past studies have linked short sleep duration to higher body mass index (BMI) scores. In a study published in the [...]
Did you guess cancer? You're close, but wrong. Diabetes? You're getting colder. The answer: In the U.S. heart disease is the leading cause of death for women. Surprised? Don't feel bad if you got the answer wrong; you're not alone. The NHLBI reports that [...]
Fighting breast cancer can affect multiple aspects of a woman’s health. The physical battle is obvious. Yet the struggle also takes a toll on the mind and emotions. Anxiety, fatigue and depression are common both during and after treatment for breast cancer. Insomnia is [...]
It’s easy for women to talk to co-workers or friends about a poor night of sleep when they can place the blame on the relentless, ear-splitting sounds coming from the man who lies next to them. But when the roles are reversed, and the [...]
