Tag: chronic diseases
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Preparing Your Body for Menopause: The Importance of Preconception Health
Blog Post Title: Preparing Your Body for Menopause: The Importance of Preconception Health Menopause is a natural part of a woman’s life that marks the end of her reproductive years. It usually occurs between the ages of 45 and 55, but can happen earlier or later for some women. While menopause is a natural process,…
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The Link Between Preconception Health and a Healthy Menopause
Blog Post: The Link Between Preconception Health and a Healthy Menopause As women, we often think of preconception health as something that only applies to planning for a pregnancy. However, maintaining good overall health before pregnancy can have long-lasting effects on our bodies, including during menopause. Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life,…
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The Role of Exercise in Preconception Care for Men
The Role of Exercise in Preconception Care for Men When it comes to preconception care, most of the focus is usually placed on women. However, men play an equally important role in the conception process and their health and lifestyle choices can greatly influence the chances of conception and the health of the baby. One…
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Why Is Maternal Mortality Rate Higher in the U.S.?
Read more If you’re expecting or thinking about starting a family, you might have noticed a lot of talk surrounding maternal mortality rates in the U.S. It’s a significant issue that has seen American women’s deaths related to pregnancy-related complications more than double from 1987 to 2016. While it sounds alarming, the good news is…