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Marla Ahlgrimm on Birth Control and Antibiotic Interaction
One common concern among child-bearing-age women is whether taking antibiotics could have an effect on birth control. The answer, Marla Ahlgrimm asserts, is yes, specifically for women taking estrogen-based oral contraceptive. Marla Ahlgrimm reports that antibiotics can have a negative effect on estrogen-based oral contraceptives. This is because antibiotics, which …Read More »
Marla Ahlgrimm: Sweet, Sweet, Sleep
If you’ve ever needed an extra reason to curl up under a warm blanket, keep reading as Marla Ahlgrimm answers questions about why sleep is so important and how to get a restful 40 winks each night. Q: What are the health benefits of sleep? Marla Ahlgrimm: Getting a good …Read More »
Eating Disorders Start Young, Says Marla Ahlgrimm
March 4, 2018 marked the end of Eating Disorders Awareness Week. But, as Marla Ahlgrimm points out, the issue is one that must be acknowledged throughout the year if we are to make any impact on the number of females – mostly teenage girls – affected by this complex mental …Read More »
Marla Ahlgrimm | Seasonal Flu Prevention
The most recent flu season was one of the worst in history, says Marla Ahlgrimm. And while the spread may not be stopped completely, there are a few things to keep in mind before the next flu season, which typically begins in October of each year. According to Marla Ahlgrimm, …Read More »
Marla Ahlgrimm | Lyme Disease: Summer’s Invisible Threat
Summer is almost here and that means lots of time outdoors. And while that’s a good thing, Marla Ahlgrimm explains that it also means potential exposure to warm-weather hazards, including Lyme disease. According to Marla Ahlgrimm, Lyme disease is the result of being bitten by a tick infected with a …Read More »
Marla Ahlgrimm Dishes on Anxiety Disorders in Women
It’s normal to feel some anxiety at some point in your life, says women’s health expert Marla Ahlgrimm. However, if your anxiety takes control of your actions and changes your day-to-day life in a negative way, you may be suffering with an anxiety disorder. Here, Ahlgrimm opens up about anxiety …Read More »