Factors That Affect Female Fertility

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Fertility Leave a Comment

It is estimated that over 10% of women aged 15-44 are unable to become pregnant. Listed below are some of the factors that contribute to infertility, including those which are preventable . 5 Factors That Affect Female Fertility Stress Stress has the ability to not only decrease fertility, but it may also play a role in how a developing child …

Yoga Pose: Warrior I (Virabhadrasana I)

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Wellbeing Leave a Comment

Coming Into the Pose Begin with your feet 3 1/2 to 4 feet apart. Turn your right toes out to 90 degrees and the left toes in to 45 degrees. As you inhale, draw your fingers up toward the sky, bringing your arms parallel to one another and perpendicular to the floor. Press the edge of your left foot into …

7 Ways to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: What to Eat Leave a Comment

When the holidays have arrive many of my patients begin asking for ways to avoid holiday weight gain. For many of us the holidays mean being surrounded by family, friends and extra calories. This is also the time of year when Americans tend to gain the most weight. What’s the problem with adding just a few extra pounds over the …