Women have become much more savvy about artificial hormones since the WHI study on the risks of hormone replacement therapy (HRT). What many women don’t realize is that the Pill actually has higher amounts of synthetic hormones than HRT — up to twice as much, depending on the brand. Even the low-dose pills have 35 mcg of estrogen combined with a progestin (a synthetic form of progesterone), slightly higher than an average HRT prescription. (more...)

Single Knee Pull: To Stretch Your Lower Back and the Back of Your Legs Start by lying on your back, with your hands at your sides. * Gently bring your right leg to your chest. * Grasp your right leg under your knee with both arms. * Hold your right leg to your chest, and count to five. * Slowly return your right leg to the floor. * Gently bring your left leg to your chest. * Grasp your left leg under your knee with both arms. * Hold your left leg to your chest, and count to five. * Slowly return your left leg to the floor. * Repeat this set of movement 3-5 times.

Author: Tim Faber A conditioner to repair split ends and hair damage rebuilds vital protein bonds, increases moisture for follicle health, and acts to heal breaking and torn hair. Split ends and damage are often caused due to severe lack of moisture. Ovver-exposure to the harsh rays of the sun and environmental pollutants as well as the chlorine in swimming pools dry follicles and increase the chance of frizzy, tired locks. Over drying and "steaming" through the use of flat irons, dryers and straighteners can cause excessive destruction bleeding the cuticle and shaft of nutrients, amino acids, and proteins. (more...)