Why does endometriosis make sex painful for women?

Woman with migraineCredit: Wikimedia Commons/ Inniverse, Wikimedia Commons/ Inniverse Painful sexual intercourse is a scary thought for all women, and unfortunately a reality for many women. A condition known as endometriosis is a condition known for causing painful sexual intercourse in women. But, how does endometriosis make sex painful? How can women with endometriosis...

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How Much Exercise You REALLY Need

By Amy Paturel, SELF magazine The evidence is growing: Even small amounts of exercise (think 10-15 minutes a day) have powerful health benefits.  A study out of Taiwan found that people who exercised just 15 minutes a day cut their risk of death by 14 percent and extended their life expectancy by three years, compared with those who did no exercise....

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Health Benefits of Omega-3s

In a college nutrition class I took back in the 90's, I overheard a classmate boasting to a small group about how she only ate fat-free food. Most of America was still in the clutches of the fat-free craze, and my classmate's views weren't at all uncommon. Dietary fat was being blamed for heart disease, obesity, diabetes, and many other impairments of health. But instinctively,...

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11 Fresh Fruit and Veggie Recipes for Spring

To market, to market As temperatures rise, nothing beats a sweet, juicy piece of fruit or the crisp crunch of a fresh veggie. This spring, find the nearest farmers market—not only will you be helping the environment (think of the gas it takes to transport produce), but you'll also be supporting your local farmers. Here are 11 delicious fruits and veggies to enjoy. ...

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The Best Snack on Earth?

Men's Health has proclaimed full-fat cheese, of all things, the king of snacks. Sounds crazy, right? After all, cheese is often the first thing to go on a low-fat diet. It's high in fat and makes its oily presence known on pizza, cheeseburgers and other enemies of the weight loss war. Still, there is a strong case for eating full-fat cheese. Cheese is satisfying Alan...

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Smart Recipes Never Tasted So Sweet

Apricot and Cinnamon Fruit Dip Please your friends and family with a bowl of this sweet and creamy fruit dip placed in the center of a beautiful fruit tray.Serves: 12Prep time: 15 minutesTotal time: 15 minutes Try this recipe: Apricot and Cinnamon Fruit Dip Next: Blueberry Pomegranate Smoothie Blueberry Pomegranate Smoothie This super...

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