A woman’s health is her capital
-Harriet Beecher Stowe
The business of our (women’s) health is expansive and sometimes confusing. There is no shortage of information; however, the information is frequently contradictive. One reason the message, although factual, is confusing is that we receive it at different ages and at various stages in our life. Sometimes the information is new while other times, you feel like, you’ve been there done that.
A 20-year-old’s conversation with her gynecologist is not the same as a 30, 50, or 60-year-old. Questions, conversations, and needs are not the same. My chat with my MD’s aren’t even close to my 29-year-old daughter’s discussion with her doctors.
So when I learned that National Women’s Health Week was this week (May 13th – 19th), I felt the need to share the info with you.
By the time, I break down all the facts, the week will be over. Instead of doing that, I am providing the link here for you.
Make it a priority this week or weekend to visit the website of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Read the article, What steps can you take for better health?
Once you visit the website, select your age group and read the post to learn what you can do daily to maintain good health, conversations to have with your doctor, and a helpful list of test to ask your physician about.
An important topic to also review with your doctor is nutrition. Most general practitioners are not nutritionists, but they should be able to refer you to one.
If you follow this blog, you know that October last year, I decided to convert to a Vegan lifestyle.
My recent blood test was mostly normal except my cholesterol was slightly high. I am hoping the doctor, a nutritionist, and some research (on my part) will help me to make sense of this surprise. My high cholesterol could be hereditary, my age, or perhaps a problem with my diet. I don’t know yet.
Recently I read a blurb that suggested a possible relationship between gluten and high cholesterol, but I am not ready to jump on that bandwagon yet. I need to do my research. Remember, anyone can publish anything on the net. Do your research.
If you or someone you love suffer from high cholesterol, heart disease, or related, I urge you to also visit the sites below. Doctors are trained professionals but I am also a firm believer in empowering one’s self. The more informed you are about your health, the better you are able to communicate with your doctor, which will result in you making well-informed decisions about your health.
Cardio Smart American College of Cardiology Foundation
FH Foundation (Familial hypercholesterolemia)
Wellness includes your physical health. Throughout our days, weeks, months, etc…, we play multiple roles. Please don’t allow your busy schedule to validate neglecting your health. Cross an item or two off of your to-do list and add your health to the top of your list. You matter and your health matters most.
Health & Wellness by Lexa's Journal 