By Jennifer Nevels, NMD --- Intersex is defined as being born with sex characteristics that don't align with the female or male gender specifically. In these individuals there can be variations in chromosomes, sex hormones, and differences in the male and female anatomy. Chromosome abnormalities can be a combination of ...
By Jennifer Nevels, NMD --- Engaging in regular exercise can alter cycle regularity in some girls. Skipping of periods is a more common issue, but some stop cycling altogether. If you feel like you are the only one in your group of friends that hasn’t had your period yet, exercise may be ...
By Jennifer Nevels, NMD --- When we eat a particular food that our body doesn’t like a variety of symptoms can occur within a few hours up to 3 days later. More common reactions to foods can be associated with digestive issues, headaches, acne, weight gain, allergies, fatigue and joint ...
By Jennifer Nevels, NMD --- Our bodies in general are not completely symmetrical, so it is not uncommon to have breasts that are different in size as well. For some girls it can be alarming and can make you feel like something is wrong. There is absolutely nothing wrong with ...
By Jennifer Nevels, NMD --- There can be a lot to juggle in life between: school, friendships, relationships, after school activities, and work. Sometimes it is easy to neglect the needs of your body in order to keep up with the daily demands. However, this can catch up with you ...