Health

Wassail

A fragrant blend of apple cider, citrus, and warming spices, Wassail is the ultimate festive drink to sip and share during the holiday season.

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At first, you may ask, “What the heck is wassail?” You know you’ve heard the song:

“Here we come a-wassailing among the leaves so green; here we come a-wand’ring so fair to be seen. Love and joy come to you, and to you your wassail too, and God bless you and send you a Happy New Year, and God send you a Happy New Year.“  

Tamarindo Drink

Whip up this tart drink if you’re craving a sweet, non-alcoholic beverage to help you cool off after a long day.

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Recently, I’ve been learning more about Latin American culture thanks to my nomadic friend who has spent most of his adult life in Central and South America. Today, I discovered tamarindo, a drink popular in Mexico that’s basically a sweetened tamarind tea. It’s similar to agua fresca, or “fresh water,” a Spanish umbrella term that refers to sweet elixirs poured over ice. This one’s slightly different though, because it’s not only sugary; it also tastes a bit tart and caramel-like. So if you’re looking for a unique drink that dances across the taste buds, this is a great one to try.  

Heart 2025: Understanding, Caring, and Thriving with Your Most Vital Organ

The heart is more than just a biological organ; it is the symbol of life, love, and vitality. As we step into 2025, advancements in medical science and technology have deepened our understanding of the heart, enabling us to care for it better than ever before. This blog explores the fascinating world of the heart, from its anatomy and functions to the latest innovations in heart health. Whether you’re looking to improve your cardiovascular fitness or simply curious about this incredible organ, this guide will provide valuable insights into the heart and its significance in our lives.  

Chewy Gluten Free Sugar Free Sugar Cookies Recipe

This quick and easy, Chewy Gluten Free Sugar Free Sugar Cookies Recipe has cranberries and pistachios! They’re a healthier treat for 95 calories!

Today’s cookies come straight to your from my G-ma’s kitchen.

Actually, that’s a lie. The one and only part of this that is from the G is the cranberry/pistachio combo…the rest of these sugar free cookies is totally Taylor.

How-ev-er, I was trying to be sneaky and sprinkle a little “Grama” in there ‘cause everyone knows that if it’s got a Grama behind it, it’s going to be baked with layers of love, which is equivalent to YUM CITY.  

Teatox Trends: Cleansing Your Body with Herbal Infusions

Welcome to the world of Teatox trends! In recent years, herbal body cleanses have gained widespread popularity as a natural way to detoxify the body and promote overall wellness. Teatox involves using detox teas and herbal infusions to cleanse the body of toxins and other harmful substances. The practice is founded on the belief that natural detoxification can help improve physical and mental health.  

Hypothyroidism in Pregnancy: Foods That Can Manage Your Thyroid

To confirm pregnancy, healthcare practitioners often check thyroid levels. The thyroid gland is located near the neck and Adam’s apple (larynx). It contains two lobes, one on each side of the windpipe. The thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate the metabolic process, growth, and energy of the body. The indication of normal functioning of the thyroid is when TSH and Free T4 remain normal throughout all stages of pregnancy.  

A Conscious Breath: The Practice to Quiet Your Mind and Find Peace

Can you stop thinking for a bit? This is possibly the most important question you can ever ask yourself. Try it now! Ready, steady, go . . . How far did you get before a thought crept in? One second, two, three maybe? Now, let’s try this same practice but by taking a conscious breath in and out through your nose.

Perhaps you find that you were able to pause your thoughts for just a second.  

When Should You Worry About Uterine Contractions?

The uterus, also known as the womb, is a unique organ shaped like an inverted pear. It is in the pelvic cavity, sitting above the urinary bladder and in front of the rectum. For women who have never given birth (nulliparous women), the average size of the uterus is approximately 7.5 cm (3 inches) in length, 5 cm (2 inches) in width, and 1.75 cm (1 inch) in thickness. From the time you’ve conceived till the last stage of your pregnancy, the uterus undergoes a whole series of changes. The uterus tends to be larger and its shape can vary more significantly from the moment of conceiving the baby to the last stage of pregnancy. As the days and months progress, you may notice the need to count your baby’s kicks and occasionally feel a squeezing or tightening sensation in your abdomen, which is linked to uterine contractions.  

Fever During Pregnancy: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

The hormonal and immunological changes during pregnancy can cause your body and mind to undergo several changes—swelling, tiredness, emotional turmoil, and so on. It is also not uncommon for you to feel hot flashes, but at times, you might just have to keep the thermometer close to you. Fever is also normal during pregnancy. When your body temperature goes above 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Centigrade) that means you’re down with fever.   

Questions To Ask Your Provider When Starting Fertility Treatments

Starting fertility treatments can be overwhelming. I know I had many, many, many questions when I started on my journey. At the time they mostly involved needles, pain, and success rates but there are so many other important things to ask your provider, many of which don’t necessarily seem obvious.

With that in mind we turned to Claire O’Neill, a fertility industry expert and creator of Fertility Space, an online platform that helps people find providers and educate themselves about their options, for her insight on the most important questions to ask your provider when starting fertility treatments.  

What to Expect When You’re Trying to Expect

Hi, it’s me, well actually you. Just to start off with what you want to know most: You have a child. Two actually but that’s a whole other story.

He’s smart, cautious, kind (you know, relatively), funny, and he has your curls. At times, he can be a handful, but remember, you paid thousands of dollars to get to do this.

I digress. Let me get into what to expect this next year and a half.  

Polio Dose December 2024: A Crucial Step Towards a Polio-Free Future

Polio, a potentially crippling and life-threatening disease, has been a major public health challenge for decades. Thanks to relentless global efforts, significant progress has been made in eradicating this devastating illness. The polio dose campaigns, held at regular intervals, are pivotal in ensuring that the disease remains under control and does not resurface. As we approach December 2024, countries around the world are gearing up for another round of polio dose administration to safeguard children and strengthen immunity against this disease.

In this blog, we’ll explore the significance of the polio dose, its impact on global health, and why participation in the December 2024 campaign is critical for achieving a polio-free world.  

Maternal Mental Health and Mood Booster Tips

You can get depression when you are pregnant. This is called antenatal depression.

With help and support most people with antenatal depression are able to manage the condition.

If antenatal depression is not treated symptoms can get worse and may continue after the baby is born (postnatal depression). So it is important to get help if you need it.

Drink Green Tea During Pregnancy: Benefits and Risks for Expecting Mother

During pregnancy with all the essential nutrients, you’d need a lot of fluids for the development of the placenta, amniotic fluid, and the baby-to-be. Based on your body’s needs you’d need at least 8 to 12 glasses of water a day. You can add juices, smoothies, and soups to it.  

7 Natural Home Remedies to Treat Allergies During Pregnancy

During your pregnancy, along with your hormones, your immune system is also soaring, making your body’s immune system battle against cold and flu viruses. So, apart from the physical and emotional changes as a result of hormonal fluctuations, due to the changes in immunity during pregnancy, your body may react to allergens or allergies that tend to appear according to season.