Lifestyle

Humans are naturally wired to be awake during the day and to sleep at night. Good daytime sleep is possible, though, if shift work is a necessary part of your work life. To promote better sleep during the day: Avoid stimulants before bedtime. If you're working nights and need to sleep from morning until afternoon, try...

We all know that talking about the vagina and sex issues is a taboo in our country, even today. Although over the years, there has been a gradual change in people's mindsets about such subjects, there are still many women who refrain from talking about their feminine hygiene issues. Maintaining vaginal hygiene is very...

Fertility Getting pregnant can be an exciting time. For some, getting pregnant seems to happen simply by talking about it. For others, getting pregnant takes patience and perhaps a bit of luck. Understanding when you're most fertile can make getting pregnant easier. It's also important to consider simple do's and don'ts of conception. For example, maintain...

Yes, ultraviolet (UV) eye protection matters. UV radiation from the sun can damage not only the skin of your eyelid but also the cornea, lens and other parts of the eye. UV exposure also contributes to the development of certain types of cataracts, growths on the eye and possibly macular degeneration. To protect your eyes,...

Tips for staying supplement savvy If you're considering a dietary supplement, you can protect your health — and your wallet — with two important rules: Do your research. Be an informed consumer. Know what you're buying and why you're buying it. Take responsibility for your own health and well-being. A supplement that works wonders for your neighbor...