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A Natural Approach to Reduce or Eliminate Fibroids

Posted on 11. Aug, 2010 by SFWJ in Women's Health

Some women never know they have uterine fibroids. They may exist but there are no symptoms. by Myra Nissen, CCH, RSHom(NA) Nationally Certified Homepath For other woman the symptoms can range from annoying to alarming — cramping, heavy bleeding, and weight gain. They add pressure on the bladder and other organs, cause constipation and [...]

Honor Your Body for Healthier Menstrual Cycles

Posted on 04. Aug, 2010 by SFWJ in Women's Health

As a specialist in Women’s Health, it’s surprising how often I hear women say they dread “that time of the month.” The most common reason is that

4 Keys to Balance Your Hormones Naturally!

Posted on 07. Jul, 2010 by SFWJ in Women's Health

Are you ruled by your cycles? Do you have intense mood swings before your period- from sadness to anger and irritability?

Colon Cancer Screening: Don’t Delay It

Posted on 30. Mar, 2010 by SFWJ in Women's Health

“It was no big deal. I don’t understand why people stress over it.” “The procedure itself was totally painless and relatively easy.” “It was a piece of cake.” No, we didn’t pay these 50-something women to give us these comments about their first colonoscopy.

Use Hypnotherapy to Make Surgery Safer and Recovery Faster!

Posted on 23. Mar, 2010 by SFWJ in Women's Health

Last week, as we were wrapping up her hypnotherapy session, my client announced that she carries the so-called “female cancer gene,” and was advised more than a year ago to have her ovaries removed.

Testosterone…for Guys Only? Ask the Menopause Maven

Posted on 10. Nov, 2009 by SFWJ in Women's Health

Dear Dr. Sandi, I thought testosterone was a “guy thing”. But lately I have been hearing that women have testosterone too. I have to admit this is a scary thought to me! If it’s true, can you tell me what testosterone does for me and why I need it?

Bio-Identical Hormones: Ask the Menopause Maven

Posted on 15. Oct, 2009 by SFWJ in Women's Health

By Dr. Sandi Altman Dear Dr. Sandi, I keep hearing about bio-identical hormones, but I am really confused. Can you tell me what they are, where they come from and how they work?

Advancing Women’s Health Care-Part Two

Posted on 15. Oct, 2009 by SFWJ in Women's Health

Following is the contuation of the Bay Area Women’s Journal interview with Dr. Nancy Milliken, Vice Dean UCSF School of Medicine and Dir. UCSF National Center of Excellence in Women’s Health. If you missed part one, you can find it here. BAWJ: What is the latest thinking on Hormone Replacement Therapy?