Menopausal Mother

It's not unusual to experience hair loss as we get older, especially when there are hormonal changes at work such as menopause. But the good news is that there are safe and effective methods to combat hair loss. Check out this informative article on solutions for dealing with Alopecia from Kierr International: 

Alopecia: Five Types and How to Combat Hair Loss

Alopecia is one of the different types of hair loss that people face. It has become so popular that both males and females battle this hair growth challenge.  

Alopecia
is the loss of hair that occurs either on the scalp or on other parts of the body. Usually, alopecia results from genes, aging, health conditions, and hormonal changes. Alopecia presents itself in different types. 

You must identify the type of alopecia you have to combat hair loss effectively. This will enable you to tackle it effectively. This article will examine 5 different types of alopecia that exist. 

Types of Alopecia

Alopecia is categorized based on the hair loss location, the hair loss duration, and the effect of the hair loss on you. There are multiple types of alopecia. But, we will only be discussing five major types.

1. Alopecia Areata

This type of alopecia is recognized by patchy hair loss. It causes bald patches on the scalp and the rest of the body. These oval patches result from your immune system unintentionally harming your hair follicles. This makes your hair fall out.

There is no actual cure for alopecia areata, but treatments reduce inflammation. Some of these treatments could also help you regrow some of your lost hair.

2. Alopecia Totalis

This type of alopecia causes a total loss of all the hair on your scalp. It occurs in two forms. The immune system attacking the hair follicles causes this first form of alopecia totalis. And it happens relatively quickly, with hair falling out completely.

The second type is slower, and the hair loss occurs in patches. And after a while, there is total hair loss on the scalp.

3. Traction Alopecia

Traction Alopecia happens due to the effects of hairstyles that put prolonged stress on the scalp. It is widespread in ballerinas or working females that put their hair up in tight buns. After a while, the hairstyles’ tightness damages the scalp, resulting in hair loss.

It is also common in people that take part in cosmetic surgeries like facelifts. These surgeries cause a form of hair tension on the scalp. 

4. Androgenic Alopecia

A primary symptom of this type of hair loss is thinning or a receding hairline. This thinning happens on the crown of your head and is the most popular type of hair loss. It is more common in men than women.

Also called “male pattern baldness,” androgenic alopecia has no cure. But its treatment can help slow down the effect of hair loss. It mainly attacks the hairline and crown. Although it can cause complete baldness in men, it only thins women’s hair.

5. Alopecia Universalis

This is a unique type of alopecia, and it is an overall loss of hair on all parts of the body. This includes your nasal hairs, eyelashes, and eyebrows, too. This hair loss leaves you very vulnerable to the elements. Therefore, ensure you adequately protect yourself from the sun, bacteria, etc.

Because this disease is sometimes genetic, there is no prevention or cure. The condition can only be slowed down or stopped.

Treatment of Hair Loss

Because many types of alopecia do not have cures, treatments and home remedies are advised. Below are some of the more common solutions to hair loss.

1. Supplements

Supplements help enhance your hair’s growth. The vitamins present in supplements promote hair growth, and they are perfect for thinning and receding hair. Hair Growth Supplements contains all-natural products that include folic acid, biotin, and vitamin B-6.

2. DHT-Blocking Shampoo and Conditioner

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is a hormone present in males and females. This hormone causes male (and female) pattern baldness. DHT-blocking shampoos and conditioners reduce the hormone’s effects on the hair, increasing hair volume and length.

Some of the most effective DHT-blocking hair products include DHT-blocking hair products (shampoo and conditioner), which nourishes your hair. These products work for both males and females. 

3. 
   
   Laser Therapy Treatment

Technology has created the opportunity to enhance your hair’s health effortlessly. Laser therapy uses lasers to boost blood circulation in the scalp. This then causes hair to grow significantly. This method is very effective with Alopecia Universalis. 

Laser caps and laser combs are used for laser therapy treatment. Although this form of therapy is relatively expensive, it is very beneficial. Laser caps have positive reviews, and they come with several warranty options. 

4. Essential Oils

This home remedy involves massaging your scalp with essential oils. This helps stimulate the hair follicles, thus encouraging hair growth and regrowth.

Some effective essential oils you can use include coconut oil, olive oil, tea tree oil, lavender oil, etc.

Conclusion

Hair loss is a problem for a lot of people. Unfortunately, they spend a lot of time searching for cures that work. This may seem like a wild goose chase because they do not know what type of alopecia they are dealing with. With this article, we have helped you identify each of these types. Consulting with professionals can also help narrow down your search. 

 

 Today on the blog the good folks from Hemplily are sharing information on the benefits of CBD oil for peri/menopausal women. If you are suffering from bothersome menopausal symptoms, please check out the natural solutions that Hemplily has to offer!

Have YOU Tried CBD For Your Menopause Symptoms? 

Hello!  We are Hemplily, a natural wellness brand that helps women with changing bodies find balance and harmony again with products infused with the amazing hemp plant!   You are probably aware of the many ways CBD can offer relief for discomfort and anxiousness plus so much more.  But, did you know that peri/menopausal women especially could really find benefits from consumption of CBD infused products?  Here are a few articles about cannabis for menopause if you’d like to investigate further, or check out these articles on our website. 

 

Over the last few years, our customers have been letting us know with great excitement that our products often help them with many of their menopausal woes.  Concerns such as calming or reducing night sweats, balancing out mood swings, reducing stress and anxiousness and helping them get restorative sleep. There are many potential ways CBD can help women with changing bodies as it seeks out whatever is out of balance, brings it into balance so you can heal.   

 

Would you be interested in trying our products for FREE? We are currently looking for participants for our virtual menopause study.  If you’d like to join, reach out to us at hello@hemplily.com and mention you found us through Menopausal Mom and we’ll send you a full size bottle in exchange for your progress updates and feedback.

Some of our reviews:
- I have been wanting to try CBD for a while, but didn’t know a lot about it or which one to try. I absolutely love the way my body is responding to this CBD oil. I have had sleep problems for over 20 years and I can tell that I am sleeping better since I started taking it. I am no longer having random outbreak of sweats and also my bladder has stopped leaking which was an everyday thing until I started taking CBD. I absolutely love this!! – Janie H.

- I have been using the full spectrum hemp oil for a few months now and absolutely love it. I have been sleeping better and I no longer have night sweats from menopause. Highly recommend the products from Hemplily. Also, the staff is so knowledgeable with their products and every suggestion made for me works!- Cheryl Z.

- I was a skeptic until I actually tried CBD Oil. It helped with my stress keeping me calm and grounded. Then I realized my lower back and joints felt better! I won't live w/o CBD Oil. Thanks Hemplily for educating me and helping me learn about ALL the great benefits of CBD Oil! - Sal H.

 

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Welcome to another edition of  Fly On The Wall group blog postings, hosted by Karen of Baking In A Tornado. Today, four bloggers are bravely inviting you into their homes for a sneak peek at what goes on behind closed doors. 

Now that the world is opening up again, the opportunities for freelance writing gigs have exploded and I don't think I have ever been busier! The nosy fly has seen me buzzing around my office all month as I navigate new websites and rush to meet the article submission deadlines. BUT I LOVE MY JOB!!  

Having said that, there hasn't been much time to record all the weird conversations that have taken place around our house lately, I'm sharing some of my most favorite comments from past Fly On The Wall Posts---particularly those from 2017. It was quite the year....

"How come the grass at the funeral home is growing so much better than ours?"
"They have an endless supply of natural fertilizer."

"I'm giving you the delicate nose hair trimmer designed for ladies. I'm taking the man's trimmer that uses a chain saw to cut the log hairs out of my nose."

"Being a good dog owner means knowing how to open a cheese stick wrapper without making any noise."

"I forgot to shower and my armpits smell like tacos. I've sniffed them so many times today that now I'm craving Taco Bell."

"Ancestry.com has a package deal on sale today. You should get one so we can finally find out what your DNA is."
"No thanks. I'm too afraid to find out that I might be kin to a schnauzer."

"You know you're getting old when you have to keep floss in every room."

"I'm scared to book a cruise. I've never been on one before."
"Come on, Mom, it'll be fun. Let's just go ahead and make the reservations!"
"No way---I remember how Titanic ended."
"Mom, there are no icebergs in the Bahamas......"

"I really want to breed our pup at least once before he gets neutered. I need to find a good breeder."
"What are you trying to do, pimp out our pug?"

"Cheese sticks are your remedy for everything. Hungry? Eat a cheese stick. Tired? Eat a cheese stick. Angry? Anxious? Got diarrhea? EAT A CHEESE STICK."

"The medical form asks what my marital status is. Doesn't that depend on the day?'"

"I was just talking to a bluejay outside. Seriously, in bird language."
"Snow White has nothing on you."

(Me, after a hurricane and no electricity for days): "My God, I wish the power would come back on soon because this house smells like sweat, dog pee, and the ghost of old farts."

"How was your birthday trip to St. Augustine? What did you guys do?"
"Fat. We got fat."

ME TO HUBS: "It's time for me to teach you how to twerk."
HUBS: (dressed in underwear and socks) "Are you making me do this because I may or may not have had too many glasses of wine tonight?"
ME: "No, I'm asking you to do it because I need to be entertained."
HUBS: (grabbing bedrail in an attempt to hold his balance while he moves his butt back and forth) "Is this the right way?"
ME: (gasping for air because I can't stop laughing) "It's right if you're trying to imitate a manatee during a mating ritual."
HUBS: "Glad I could amuse you, but I think I just threw my back out...."

"You walked the dogs, right? Did everyone poop outside?
"Well, the dogs did, but I haven't yet."

"I accidentally put tanning lotion on my toothbrush."
" I don't think your molars would look good with a tan."

"Let's buy our Halloween candy now before the store runs out of the good stuff."
"You're not fooling anyone with that excuse. Those mini chocolate bars are for your personal stash. If I buy the treats now, there will be nothing left to pass out on Halloween except for candy corn and gum."
"After 33 years of marriage, you know me too well. Time to trade you in for a newer model..."

***WANT MORE MENO MAMA? EXCITING NEWS! You can find my debut article for The Independent HERE and my latest for Always Pets HERE

 

Buzz around, see what you think, then click on these links for a peek into some other homes:

 

Baking In A Tornado                  https://www.BakingInATornado.com

Never Ever Give Up Hope             https://batteredhope.blogspot.com

Menopausal Mother                   http://www.menopausalmom.com/

Wandering Web Designer      https://wanderingwebdesigner.com/blog

Today on the blog my guest Jennifer Ayer Drake recently released her new book, "Unlocking Kids' Brain Power: Semi-Weekly Writing Prompts to Expand Young Minds." I'm super excited to share her book with my grandchildren this summer--I think it's a great way to keep them busy and from complaining about being bored. 

This book is also handy for adults who need a little motivation to get creative and sharpen their writing skills! Jennifer's prompts are especially helpful to writers like me who often suffer from Writer's Block. Her ideas rev up my imagination so that I can put clever words to the page. Here's what Jennifer has to say about her new book: 

Summer is here! Be sure to keep your kids' or grandkids' minds in shape to avoid the summer slide backward. After coming off a particularly unusual and difficult academic year, most kids will benefit from the extra writing practice this summer.

Writing is not only a critical skill needed for most jobs, it’s also an incredible outlet for creativity. Get your kids or grandkids to write once or twice a week and watch their academic performance and overall creativity skyrocket! This book contains two writing prompts for each of the 52 weeks of the year. This book is geared primarily for ages 7-14, but the majority of the prompts work for kids (or adults!) of all ages.

Unlocking Kids' Brain Power: Semi-Weekly Writing Prompts to Expand Young Minds
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B096TQ6VD9

Here is an example of some of the prompts in the book. Try a few and see what you come up with!

Week 1:

Prompt 1 – What if the world existed upside down? What if the ground was up in the air and buildings hung from it and the sky was underneath us? How would life be different? What would work better? What would be harder? What would be really funny about that world?

Prompt 2 – Describe your perfect vacation. Where would you go? Who would be with you? What activities would you do? 

Week 2:

Prompt 1 – Invent a new animal. What does it look like? Where does it live? What does it eat? How does it fit into the ecosystem? Draw a picture of it, too!

Prompt 2 – Write a short skit between two people in which one of them is hiding a secret. What secret might they be hiding? Why? Is the other person able to figure out the secret? What happened if the secret gets revealed? Or what happens if it doesn’t?

Week 3:

Prompt 1 – Create a new country. What would you name your new country? Where would it be located? What kind of climate does it have? What system of government does it use? Give it a history. Has the country been involved in world wars? What else happened in the country’s history?

Prompt 2 – If you went camping and realized that you forgot to bring your tent, what would you do? What would that day be like? Would you improvise? Would you go home? Ask for help? Write your story.

BIO:

Jennifer Ayer Drake: Jen lives outside of Washington, DC with her husband and two sons. In addition to writing and raising her kids, she runs a children's theatre company that strives to instill public speaking skills, confidence, and courage in kids. She runs two other small companies as well, and she moonlights as a professional actor. She holds a BA from Penn State University and a Master of Public Policy from Georgetown University. Prior to having kids, Jen worked as a counterterrorism policy analyst at the Department of Homeland Security.

Welcome to another edition of Fly On The Wall group blog postings hosted by Karen of Baking In A Tornado. Today, four bloggers are bravely opening the door to their homes so that you may get a sneak peek at what goes on behind closed doors!

The nosy fly buzzing around my house was super excited this week to see another Doyle grandbaby ushered into the world! My son's wife gave birth to a baby boy! This is our first grandson---we have two granddaughters from my oldest daughter, so you can imagine my joy at having a third little human being to love. As much as we hated the Covid lockdown, at least something good came from it. 

I almost forgot that today was Fly On The Wall day since I have been so preoccupied waiting for this grandbaby to be born, but the fly DID overhear some interesting (and as always, weird) bits of convo this past month:

Buzz around these other links for a peek into some more homes:

 

Baking In A Tornado                  https://www.BakingInATornado.com

Never Ever Give Up Hope             https://batteredhope.blogspot.com

Menopausal Mother                   http://www.menopausalmom.com/

Wandering Web Designer      https://wanderingwebdesigner.com/blog

Tired of dealing with menopause symptoms? Relief is on the way! Check out this information I received about an awesome, natural remedy that Korea Ginseng Corp (KGC) has to offer to help you feel like yourself again! 

Koreselect Balance Provides Women Menopause Relief, Naturally 

Hey ladies, did you know that by 2025, there will be over 1 billion women experiencing menopause in the world?  That’s 12 percent of the entire world population of 8 billion. 

According to the North American Menopause Society (NAMS), most women experience menopause between the age of 40 and 58, with the average age being 51.  While we are all unique, some of us will or have experienced a host of symptoms like mood changes, urinary incontinence, night sweats, difficulty falling asleep, and even sexual discomfort.  Good times!  

The most commonly used menopause management method is hormone therapy, which can give symptomatic relief while research suggests it can raise the risk of blood clots, stroke, and some cancers.  Then there are bioidentical hormone therapies which have also gained some traction as manufacturers claim that they are safer than menopausal hormone therapy.  BUT they are not regulated by drug authorities and come with a high price tag, in the range of $500 for three months.  

In addition to some OTC products to treat conditions such as vaginal dryness, women are adopting lifestyle interventions, like exercise, yoga, diet changes, and natural remedies to reduce menopause symptoms.

While there are many solutions to remedy our menopausal symptoms, I would like to give a BIG shout-out to a natural, plant-based remedy that just crossed my desk called Koreselect Balance.  It’s made by Korea Ginseng Corp. (KGC) with six-year, Korean Red Ginseng that has been a popular remedy in Asia for thousands of years.  It’s time that American women got in on this secret.  Korean Red Ginseng is known as a powerful adaptogenic herb, part of a unique class of healing plants, that help balance, restore, and protect the body.  

KGC’s six-year Korean Red Ginseng Root extract, Peony Root Extract, and Bamboo Leaf Extract help relieve menopause symptoms, naturally.  Koreselect Balance will help with mood and focus, circulation, sleep disturbances, and with one's overall sense of well-being.  It will help you gain your “Kore” health’s balance back to life.   Who doesn’t want that?

We know that there are many prescriptions, chemical-based solutions that are advertised and sensationalized, promising to make everything better BUT we must choose wisely when treating symptoms and maintaining healthy bodies and minds.  If you’re interested in experiencing how Koreselect Balance can keep you on track, you can purchase it on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Koreselect-Balance-Menopause-Relief-Women/dp/B089JPVNKP/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Koreselect+Balance&qid=1617117665&sr=8-1

OR by visiting KGC’s website www.kgcus.com, Facebook: www.facebook.com/KGCUS, Twitter: www.twitter.com/KGCUS, Instagram: www.instagram.com/KGCUS, and YouTube:  www.youtube.com/KGCUS .  

 May is National Stroke Awareness Month, a timely reminder to share information on the causes, symptoms, and prevention of strokes.

When my brother suffered a debilitating stroke in 2008, I knew little about the life-threatening condition. Since that time, I've made it a habit to be proactive about health by scheduling yearly Life Line Screening appointments. Early detection is key to preventing strokes!

According to the American Stroke Association, strokes are the #5 cause of death (and a leading cause of disabilities) in the U.S. They can happen to anyone at any age, and on average, one person dies from a stroke every four minutes. 

A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is cut off by a blockage or a blood vessel ruptures within the brain. Nearly 2 million cells in the brain die from lack of oxygen every minute when left untreated. Rapid medical treatment is the difference between a full recovery and a permanent disability. That's why it's so important to recognize the symptoms of a stroke and act F.A.S.T. 

Face (does the face droop on one side?)

Arm Weakness (raise both arms. Does one drift downward?)

Speech Difficulty (is speech slurred or odd?)

Time To Call 911 (if someone is exhibiting these symptoms)

 Strokes are 80% preventable if you are vigilant about your health. Seeing your physician regularly for check-ups is a good start. The American Heart Association has seven additional tips for preventing strokes:

 

1. Manage blood sugar

2. Control Cholesterol

3. Reduce blood pressure

4. Engage in regular physical activity

5. Stick to a healthy diet

6. Lose weight and maintain a healthy weight

7. No smoking

Given my family's history of stroke, blood clots, and aortic aneurysms, I know I need to remain proactive about my health. An essential factor for me is scheduling my yearly appointment with Life Line Screening. The process is easy and efficient because prescriptions and health insurance are unnecessary (and appointments can conveniently be made over the phone or online). Also, there are testing facilities available all over the U.S., with screenings hosted mainly by churches, libraries, town halls, and fraternal organizations near your home. The Life Line Screening teams usually consist of 2 sonographers (ultrasound technicians) and 2 medical assistants. The process is entirely painless and non-invasive with the use of an ultrasound wand (a diagnostic tool that creates visual images for the detection of plaque in the arteries). Unlike an x-ray, the ultrasound has zero radiation exposure. These same tests can be very costly if performed in a hospital since many are not covered by insurance if the patient is asymptomatic or does not fall into the high-risk category for cardiovascular disease. The screening process takes roughly 60-90 minutes (often less), and results are read by a doctor before the detailed report is mailed to you (usually within 2-3 weeks). Copies are also provided for your physician so that you can discuss the results and plan the best course of action for living a healthy lifestyle. If a condition that requires immediate attention is identified, the patient will be notified on the day of the screening. 

THE THREE TYPES OF TESTING AVAILABLE:

1. Ultrasound. This is the main package they offer---5 screenings for only $149. The tests include: 

   *An ultrasound of the carotid arteries to search for plaque blockages (these are fatty blockages that build up in the arteries and prevent proper blood flow to the brain).

   *An ultrasound of the abdominal aorta (the largest artery in the body) to look for an aneurysm or damage to the aorta---such as ballooning, stretching, or tearing, which can cause extensive bleeding and potential death.

  *A Peripheral Arterial Disease screening to check the circulatory condition. If blood vessels are narrow from plaque build-up, the blood flow to the limbs is reduced considerably, affecting the arteries in the legs and the blood flow to the heart, brain, arms, kidney, and stomach. 

  *Check for Arterial Fibrillation to search for irregular heart rhythms. If the heart isn't beating properly, blood pools in the heart and causes clotting. These clots are then pumped out of the heart and can travel into the brain, putting the patient at high risk for a stroke, heart failure, and other heart complications. 

   *The Osteoporosis Test is used to detect bone density. As we age, our bones become more porous and lose mass, making them susceptible to fractures.

2. Finger-Stick Blood Test. A quick stick test is done with a tiny needle to prick the finger for a drop of blood to check cholesterol, thyroid function, vitamin D, glucose levels, and more.

3. Limited EKG (Electrocardiogram). This is a partial test that uses adhesive patches attached to the skin to screen for atrial fibrillation. People with atrial fibrillation have five times higher risk of stroke than those without this abnormal heart rhythm. 

 

Please consider taking advantage of all the wonderful services Life Line Screening provides. You'll be taking control of your health and finding priceless peace of mind after visiting a testing site for, what in my opinion are life-saving screenings.