Sitting for long periods of time can be hazardous to your health in many ways. Aside to contributing to weight gain, weaker back and core muscles and other issues, sitting can also increase your risk for a Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) blood clot. Learn what you can do to reduce your risk for DVT from
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Category Archives: veins
Understanding the Health Risks of Varicose Veins- Dec 12- Fearless Fabulous You!
Did you know approximately half the U.S. population has some form of chronic venous disease of the legs*? 50 to 55% are women. Varicose veins affects one out of two people age 50 and older. Risk factors include family history, age, gender and pregnancy. It's not just a cosmetic issue. There are health risks.
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Fearless Fabulous You! Do Your Legs Look Like Road Maps?
As I've grown older I've noticed so many unwelcome marks on my body: brown spots, red blotches, strange folds and dimples and lines marking their territory. One of the areas that give me grief- and other women as well- are my legs. Forget cellulite! I'm talking spider veins. I've tried needles but now I just
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