Women’s Health

 · 10 min read

39 Common Medications That Can Have Potentially Detrimental Side Effects

Medications play a vital role in managing various health conditions, alleviating symptoms, and improving overall well-being. However, it’s important to be aware that even commonly used medications can have side effects – good, bad, and ugly. In this article, we will explore some popular medications and their potential side effects, including positive effects, negative effects, […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 4 min read

Things to Know If You’re Pregnant After 40

Getting pregnant at 40 must be an exhilarating experience for all the moms out there. You are in a better place financially, mentally and emotionally to take on the responsibility of a baby. In your 20s and 30s, you are under the constant stress of working on your career while raising your children. But in […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate

 · 4 min read

Scientists Reveal Overlooked Midlife Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s disease is a devastating neurodegenerative disease that affects millions of people worldwide. While there is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s, researchers are constantly striving to understand the factors that contribute to its development. One emerging area of study is the impact of belly fat on Alzheimer’s risk. In this article, we will explore the […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 5 min read

Menopause Could Explain Human Evolution—and Lead to a New Role for Women

Here’s a riddle for you: what do human females have in common with killer whales, beluga whales, narwhals, and short-finned pilot whales? We all live for decades after our reproductive years end [1]. Menopause, defined as the end of the reproductive years, or, when a woman stops having her period and thus stops being fertile, happens […]

Jenn Ryan

Jenn Ryan

Freelance Health & Wellness Writer

 · 6 min read

Why Your Legs Cramp At Night (And How to Fix It)

Written By: Dr. Hamid Tajbakhsh, ND This article was originally published on December 3, 2015, and has since been updated. Leg cramps are a symptom many people experience chronically, often at night. People may find relief from the cramping for a few evenings but notice that they return with a vengeance! Leg cramps are not only painful […]

The Hearty Soul

The Hearty Soul

Health Network

 · 6 min read

Honey 101: Nutrition Facts, Health Benefits, Types, and More

Honey is a beloved food around the world. Whether you stir it into a hot mug of tea, add it to some baked goods, or incorporate it into a marinade or salad dressing, honey can add a touch of sweetness to whatever you’re making. Honey, however, is more than just a simple sweetener. In recent […]

Brittany Hambleton

Brittany Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 6 min read

Getting Your First Period Before or After Age 12 May Increase Your Risk for Heart Problems

Apparently, 12 is the magic number. And I’m not just saying that because I got my first period at age 12. Getting your first period, sometimes referred to as menarche, before or after this age can increase your risk for heart problems, including heart attack, stroke, and even heart failure. However, most women aren’t aware […]

Jenn Ryan

Jenn Ryan

Freelance Health & Wellness Writer

 · 3 min read

Christie Brinkley Says She Has Skin Cancer

Christie Brinkley, the iconic supermodel, has always been admired for her timeless beauty. She recently shared a personal revelation that echoed deeply with her fans. During a routine skin check-up with one of her daughters, she discovered cancerous cells on her temple. A discovery she considers herself lucky to have made early. Although she did […]

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Freelance Writer

 · 2 min read

Mom Diagnosed with Breast Cancer was Told the Lump was a Blocked Milk Duct

When Gemma Corby’s daughter was born, she noticed a chickpea sized lump in her breast, since being a new mom who was also breastfeeding, when she flagged her concern to the staff, she was reassured that this was merely a blocked milk duct, which is not uncommon during milk production. After being told that her […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate

 · 5 min read

If You Get Your Tubes Tied You Can Still Get Pregnant

Katherine made plans to spend a special spring break with her two-daughters at Disney World while leaving her husband and 5-month old at home. Little did Katherine know, she was in for the ride of her lifetime. On the second day of her trip with her daughters, the family had lunch in a cafe on […]

Maria Sykes

Maria Sykes

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 2 min read

Botched Microblading Procedure Leaves Woman with Four Eyebrows

Long gone are the days of over-tweezing, waxing, and threading. It’s the late 2010’s, baby, and having your eyebrows on fleek means keeping them full and well-shaped. While many women opt to color in their brows with eyebrow pencils on a daily basis, microblading is also a popular choice. But as one Kansas City woman […]

Maria Sykes

Maria Sykes

The Hearty Soul Team