Everyone deals with stress in life and we all wonder how we can manage it. Too much stress in our lives could cause lasting negative effects on our bodies, health and general well-being. Some of the stresses that affect us daily stem from relationships, work, financial struggles, injuries that take a toll on our bodies etc. They could overwhelm us …

In order to build lean muscle, you need protein. Protein will also help you burn body fat. It boosts your metabolic rate up, prevents the muscle loss that typically accompanies very low calorie diets, and keeps hunger at bay. Out of all the macronutrients (protein, carbs, and fat) lean protein has the highest thermogenic effect on the body. Have lean …

This can be caused by infections, Dilation and Curettage (D and C’s), development problems, adenomyosis, foreign bodies, uterine fibroid and polyps. Polyps unfortunately are often not seen on ultrasound and are often hidden for a long time. They act like a family planning agent thus preventing pregnancy. Two years ago, I met a woman who had been trying to get …

This occurs when the fallopian tubes are blocked by infection or inflammation. The result is that the sperm cannot meet the egg. The patency of the tubes is assessed by a series of procedures, namely; Hysterosalpingogram (using a dye and an X-ray saline); Hysterosonogram (using saline and an ultrasound); HyCoSy (using a special fluid with bubbles); Ultrasound Laparoscopy (putting a …

Having children is the desire of almost every couple. But not every couple is gifted to get children easily. A couple that is having unprotected intercourse at least 3 times a week, and has not been able to conceive after one year has a problem and should seek help. The help available is determined by the type of problem they …