Up until their mid-to-late 30s, most women cannot blame their hormones for unexplained weight gain. Once perimenopause and menopause enters the picture, however, hormones including progesterone and estrogen can wreak havoc on a woman’s physique and self-esteem. Formerly taut stomachs become muffin tops spilling over onto formerly well-fitting jeans. Even many women who maintain a […]
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Top Ways to Reduce Arthritic Pain
Arthritis occurs from inflammation in your joints. With overuse or injury, cartilage on the end of the joints can break down, causing a narrowing of the joint space and the bones to rub together. This can lead to swelling, stiffness, and possibly osteoarthritis, the most common and typical type of arthritis. Another type of arthritis […]
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Knee Pain Relief Tips & Techniques
Imagine 5 o’clock traffic on a Friday. Traffic is backed up for miles in each direction, and it seems as though the drive home will take hours and the weekend will never begin. The knee is a major highway intersection in the body, connecting tendons, bones, and ligaments. This intersection keeps leg movements smooth, allowing individuals to […]
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Helping Others Thrive with Diabetes
Kim Minert is a diabetic who became a diabetes coach with Derail Diabetes who delivers keynotes and works with private clients who need guidance from someone who is in the trenches. Salonpas sat down with Kim to learn more about how she helps others thrive with diabetes: How did this journey begin? As a young […]
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