How do You Manage Daily Stress?

Paula — Fri, 17 Aug 2018 12:11:17 +0000

This post is sponsored by Bayer. To make sure these products are right for you, always read and follow the label. Life hands you lemons. Think quick, how do you deal with them? Do you make lemonade, or throw them at your friends? Do you worry about having too many lemons to weigh you down or decide an abundance of lemons is okay? Stress is a little like that, to me anyways. There’s no way to avoid daily stress or symptoms of stress really, but you can sort of balance it out. Build in daily activities like meditation, yoga, exercise and hydration. Take care of yourself, fuel your body with healthy foods and tackle the challenges as they come at you. Women in general are constantly faced with new pressures and responsibilities. It can be tricky trying to juggle work, healthy living, family and social life. In fact, one of the best speakers I ever heard on this topic was Arlene Dickinson of The Dragon’s Den who told a room full of female entrepreneurs that balance doesn’t exist when building a business. That resonated with me. Whether it’s business related, parenting exhaustion or personal struggles, it’s safe to say many women go through similar challenges. Daily stress is unavoidable. At some point you roll with the punches so to speak and also learn how to cope with the ups and downs of life. Sharing knowledge and experiences with other women is a powerful way to learn about health and well-being. I’ve put together a few facts about women’s health and the impact of daily stress on your body just to get the conversation started. A Focus on Women’s Health Many of us feel stressed from time to time. Did you know routine stress can take a toll on your body? If you’ve been having trouble with your digestion, frequent headaches, sleeplessness or just feeling irritable, stress may be the culprit. Assess your day-to-day routine to see if there are things you can do to reduce your daily stress levels, like carving out time that’s just for you or making a conscious choice to say “no” when you really don’t have the time for a new task. Is hair a big part of your personal identity? As you get older, you might find your hair is getting weaker. To help maintain the health of your hair, try a supplement like Priorin. Named the world’s best-selling nonprescription hair and beauty supplement in 2017, Priorin can help you achieve visibly fuller and stronger hair in as early as 12 weeks, so you can look and feel great. Did you know the common yeast infection is actually caused by some of the organisms present in the vagina? A weak immune system, pregnancy and oral birth-control pills are a few things that make women more prone to yeast infections (read more here). Though it might be common, it shouldn’t be left untreated. Canesten’s CanesOral Combi-Pak is a single-dose oral treatment that you can take anytime, anywhere and the external cream gives you fast relief of itching and burning. A basic pillar of your self-care is health monitoring and talking to your doctor about which tests and exams you will need at each new stage of life. Turning 50 soon? Here’s everything you need to know about health monitoring. Pap smears, breast exams, skin checks, dental check-ups and eye exams are examples of basic tests you should talk to your doctor about. Time Travel Daily stress doesn’t need to ruin your health. Build healthy activity and nutrition into every single day and when you need occasional support remember these tips. If you could go back in time and share one healthy-living tip with a younger you, what would it be? This post is sponsored by Bayer. To make sure these products are right for you, always read and follow the label. [1]Links, Rachael. 11Signs and Symptoms of Too Much Stress, 2018, January. Read more here

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Four Tips to Help Ditch This Annoying Itch #ChurchandDwight

Paula — Thu, 20 Jul 2017 09:10:16 +0000

After the winter months, let’s face it we all crave a bit of sun and warm patio weather. But, did you know that yeast infections can occur more frequently in summer months? Yes, you read that right. For many women, the warmer temperature brings an increased risk of the“itch” that nobody likes to talk about – yeast infections. Not so surprisingly, yeast infections affect a lot of women. Approximately five per cent of women experience reoccurring yeast infections (3 to 4 infections in the last year)[1]. And I have met maybe 1-2 women n my life who have never had a yeast infection. But nobody likes to talk about them or how to prevent them. Listen, if you read this blog ever then you know I talk about a lot of women’s health issues and I rarely shy away from the hard stuff. Reproductive health is vital for women and men. Digestive health, brain health and cardiac health are all topics I have written about this past year. But I have to admit even I debated writing about yeast infections. What’s the big deal? REALITY check – yeast infections are super common. Sometimes recurring yeast infections can increase with heat. The infection occurs when moisture gets trapped and yeast can overgrow, causing itching, burning and discomfort. If you’ve had one, you know exactly what I’m talking about. The good news is that with a few simple tips, you can avoid that pesky itch, the burning and general discomfort of yeast infections. FOUR TIPS TO HELP Prevent and Control Yeast Infections: Remember to dry off: Relaxing in a hot tub is the perfect way to enjoy a warm, summer evening. However, yeast grows best in a moist environment, making hot tubs a breeding ground for unwanted infections. This means it’s important to dry off well afterwards and change into dry clothes right away. Use this same approach when spending the day at the beach or pool. Know your pH: Many vaginal health issues, including odour, itchiness and yeast infections stem from an unbalanced pH. RepHresh™ Gel is a gynaecologist recommended product and clinically proven to be pH balanced which can help to eliminate feminine odour and relieve feminine discomfort. Wear cotton undies: Unfortunately, your tight skinny jeans, cycling shorts or yoga gear may not be the best option this summer. Warm, tight clothing allows for little oxygen movement making the perfect breeding ground for yeast. If you must rock the skinnies, wear cotton underwear. Take healthy measures: RepHresh™ Pro-B reduces the number of urogenital pathogenic bacteria and yeast on vaginal surfaces. It’s clinically tested and works by balancing the yeast and bacteria that are naturally present in a woman’s body to help restore and maintain proper vaginal flora. Try adding one capsule to your daily routine to keep your body on track and ensure nothing slows you down this summer! Are you ready to beat the summer heat? Did you know that summer months can mean more yeast infections? [1] http://bodyandhealth.canada.com/healthfeature/gethealthfeature/oh-no-not-another-yeast-infection I am a Church and Dwight ambassador and as such I am compensated. My opinion is all my own and it is also truthful.

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