Antidepressants are commonly prescribed to treat both mild and severe depression. In some cases, antidepressants may not work for certain individuals. This may be due to the depression being resistant to drugs or the body being unable to effectively digest and process the antidepressant medication. There are several alternative methods that can help when antidepressant…
Grief touches us all in different ways, regardless of our ages, circumstances or histories. Whether you’re mourning the recent loss of a loved one or struggling to navigate a longer grieving process remember that you’re not alone – we’ve all got experiences to share. Remember that it’s okay to cry Too many of us attempt…
If you’re like many of us, one of your New Year’s resolutions was probably centered around losing weight, getting back in shape, or boosting your immune system. If this hasn’t worked out so far, don’t worry, in this post, you’ll find some great ways you can still improve your health for the remainder of this…
When humans reproduce, genes (including all of their corresponding mutations) are passed on from the mother and father’s DNA to the gamete. These genes provide the blueprint for life–instructing the body’s cells how to grow and develop, but also how to carry out the basic activities necessary to maintain life. Depending on the specific genetic…
Women have it tough in a lot of ways, especially when it comes to thyroid problems. According to the Office on Women’s Health, women are much more likely to develop a form of thyroid complication than men, such as: Hypothyroidism — With hypothyroidism, people are unable to make the amount of thyroid hormones their body…
I was recently reading a great ebook that’s part of the #GloveIsAllYouNeed campaign, and wow, it really opened my eyes. The campaign explores germ trails, which I had never heard of, and it was some seriously interesting reading. One thing I found interesting is just how many parasites, viruses, and bacteria have the potential to…
When it comes to periods, women really are in a double bind. It took decades and decades of struggle before quality feminine hygiene products that were comfortable and fit for purpose hit the mass market at affordable prices. Then, just when we thought we were getting somewhere, the rug was truly pulled out from under…
2018 was a difficult year for many people. If you found it difficult to juggle everything in your life and you’ve gotten a little out of shape, this post is for you. Here are some top ways to get in shape in 2019: Exercise with friends Are you finding it tough to find time to…
Injuries can happen anytime and anywhere, and the effects on your life can be cataclysmic. Depending on the severity of your injury, it can take time and money to get all, or some, of your quality of life back. Looking after yourself in the right way can speed up your recovery time, but knowing how…
As we say goodbye to 2018, we reflect on the year that we’ve just experienced. Now’s the time to think about whether you really made the most of the year, and if you did the things you wanted to do. If the answer is no, you may have found that you got so wrapped up…
