Health Care

   Curves, curves, and more curves.:  I'm a young, good looking (I've been told this, by women and men), college educated, employed man. And I just so happen to have a preference for plus-size women. Now, I'm betting I'm getting reactions from two "sectors" of readers. The first sector is saying, "So, you think you deserve a medal because you like big women? That's not something you're supposed to brag about. You're actually fat-shaming these by declaring your love for them." The second sector is saying, "You like fat women ... so what? Why write about that?" For those in the first aisle of bleachers, I decided to write about my adoration of curvy women because there may be more than a few of them out there who don't know that there are attractive men who want to date them, or lust after them ... or marry them. In a perfect world, I wouldn't have had to write this article. Women of size wouldn't be treated different...

  Just like every other part of your body, your vagina undergoes changes as you pass through the decades. Your vulva might thin out and lose elasticity, for example, muscle tone can become reduced, and fluctuating hormone levels can alter levels of your natural lubrication. But certain habits can cause some of these changes to set in sooner. And while there's nothing wrong with that on the face of it, some will likely make a dent in your sexual health. Addressing any changes, however, can make sex feel better, lower discomfort caused by irritation, and help prevent urine leaks due to decreased muscle tone. Here are 5 factors that threaten to age your vagina prematurely, and what you can do about them. Skipping exercise Spending your day sedentary won’t do any favors for your vaginal tone, says Prudence Hall, MD, founder and medical director of The Hall Center in Santa Monica, California. A decrease in muscle tone anywhere in your body is a hallmark sign of aging. When it happens t...

  Breast pain, aka ‘mastalgia’, accounts for nearly half of all breast-related complaints. However, before you start jumping to dire conclusions (breast cancer!), please read this. If you’re suffering from pain, tenderness or increased sensitivity to touch or pressure in one or both of your breasts, we can understand that you’re probably terrified and imagining the worst. Ergo, let’s get a few facts straight first. Breast pain alone isn’t usually an indicator of breast cancer; and, according to experts, it is much more likely that tender, aching breasts could be caused by something else. The following are 5 very likely reasons why you’re experiencing pain, or even increased sensitivity, in your breasts: 1. Mastitis Mastitis is an infection of breast tissue that leads to the inflammation, i.e., abnormal swelling and redness of breasts. In most cases, it is as a result of an infection of a woman’s breast ducts and occurs in mother’s who are nursing. While breastfeeding, bacteria res...

  Vaginal odor is any odor that originates from the v**ina. It’s normal for your v**ina to have a slight odor. But, a strong vaginal odor. For instance, a fishy smell, might be abnormal and could indicate a problem. Here  are 8 reasons a woman’s v*gina could smell and how to remedy it. 1. Excessive washing: Even if you’re just washing your v**ina with warm water, excessive washing can still mess with the v**ina’s flora, causing an odor. 2. Allergy to condoms: Some women are allergic to certain materials in condoms, which can throw off vaginal bacteria and cause odor. 3. Douching: This can mess with the pH levels of the v**ina and even cause a large amount of bacteria to grow. There is good and bad bacteria that can be down there, but the bad bacteria can cause a strong smell. 4. Tight Clothing: Wearing very tight pants or underwear can cause your v**ina to sweat, which can cause vaginal odor. 5. Spicy Food: Spicy food can cause a sudden increase in your vaginal discharge, whi...

  Improve male sexual performance: If you’re looking to maintain sexual activity in bed all night, you’re not alone. Many men are looking for ways to enhance their sexual performance. This can include improving existing problems or searching for new ways to keep your partner happy. There are plenty of male enhancement pills on the market, but there are many simple ways to stay firmer and last longer without having to visit the pharmacy. Keep in mind that your penis works on blood pressure, and make sure your circulatory system is working at top shape. Basically, what’s good for your heart is good for your sexual health. Keep reading to find other easy ways to improve your sexual performance. 1. Stay active One of the best ways to improve your health is cardiovascular exercise. Sex might get your heart rate up, but regular exercise can help your sexual performance by keeping your heart in shape. Thirty minutes a day of sweat-breaking exercise, such as running and swimming, can do w...

 In this growing era of the constant hustle and bustle, one must feel grateful if they have even a few hours to spend with their partner. However, the critical part is that when you have time, make sure to make the most of it. Talk, enjoy, go out for a movie or stay at home to Netflix and Chill. We, at Mom Junction, list a few psychologist recommended tips to make sure you and your partner go to bed happy. 1. Forget About Work When in bed, stop checking up on what your colleagues are up to or what work is due for the next day. Instead, spend some quality time with your partner and rejuvenate yourself to be more productive for the next day. Anything that worries either you or your partner is not worth discussing; be it financial troubles or workplace issues. 2. Unplug Your Electronics And Phones A lot of light exposure at night time can lead to sleep deprivation, and it even suppresses the release of the sleep hormone, melatonin (1). While your brain is preparing for rest, it is no...

 As we grow older, it seems that there is almost nothing we do not know about keeping our bodies clean, especially when it comes to your private parts. Yet, the thing is, all the information we get is mostly about different products to use to keep ourselves clean, while in fact our bodies are designed so perfectly that there is barely anything you need to keep it clean. That is why we decided to have a closer look at what you actually need when it comes to your personal hygiene. As it turned out, there are only 4 things you need to keep in mind to stay clean and healthy. What is more, there is no need to spend lots of money on various hygiene products since in fact, they are useless. 1. CLEANING Women are obsessed with keeping their vaginas clean, there is nothing wrong with it. The thing is, that to keep it clean you need only warm water and some mild soap, all the rest is not only unnecessary but also may be harmful to you. Your lady part is programmed to self-cleanse, and when ...

 Often times, we, women, pay a lot of attention to our looks which includes taking care of our physique and even our skin. But what about our nether regions? Topics like sexual health and upkeep of our private parts get pushed to a corner precisely because there is a slight hesitation or stigma attached to these topics. One feels really uncomfortable asking someone about it. But ladies, I want to tell you that your vaginal health is as, if not more, important as maintaining a perfect visage. After all, a happy vajayjay means a happy you. To make you better equipped to take care of your lady parts and help you keep it in the perfect ten conditions, we decided to do a little bit of research. While doing this research, we found that a few of our everyday habits spell disaster for the health of our front bottoms. Curious to know what they are? Here you go- 1. Washing It Before you say anything, we aren’t saying you should never clean it under the hood. What we are saying is, cleaning ...