Women’s Health | San Francisco Womens Journal

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

Increase Your Energy by Check’n Out to Check Back In!

Posted on 19. Jul, 2010 by SFWJ in Live Your Best Life

This past week was one of ‘those’ weeks. I had to get a lot done in a short amount of time with less energy than ‘normal’. During these times, there are always two voices that speak to me.

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?

Healthy Living: How Much Water do You Need?

Posted on 06. Jul, 2010 by SFWJ in Diet & Nutrition

You’ve heard all the advice: Drink eight glasses of water a day. Stay properly hydrated while exercising. Sports drinks aren’t just for professional athletes. Yet you’re still unsure whether you’re drinking the right amount for good health. How much fluid should you really be taking in daily? Do you need to add extra when you’re [...]

Kick Your Smoking Habit with Hypnosis!

Posted on 30. Jun, 2010 by SFWJ in Health & Wellness

In February, a friend of a friend telephoned asking for help quitting cigarettes. Sheila had been smoking since age 16.

Your Diet: Going Gluten-Free

Posted on 04. Jun, 2010 by SFWJ in Diet & Nutrition

What’s up with gluten? You might not have even heard of gluten until recently when foods without this grain protein started being promoted on store shelves.

Spring Detoxification: Cleansing In Your Everyday Life

Posted on 10. Apr, 2010 by SFWJ in Diet & Nutrition

Spring is a time of renewal, regrowth, regeneration…and a perfect time to cleanse your body and move out stagnant energy, gently clearing out toxins from the winter.

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.