Viparita Karani (viparita meaning "inverted," and karani "in action.") or legs up the Wall is an excellent yoga posture to stretch the hamstrings, relieves lower back tension and reduce swelling or cramps that may have built up from sitting or standing for extended periods. Steps to Perform Viparita Karani Sit with one hip next to a wall. Swing your legs up parallel to … [Read more...]
Saliva Fern Test: Predicting Ovulation Pattern
The fern test is becoming increasingly popular in place of the traditional urine-testing ovulation sticks. This test uses a tiny microscope to view a drop of saliva once a day from the last day of period until a fern-like pattern appears in the saliva. The fern pattern indicates ovulation is about to occur. The test is considered extremely reliable by medical … [Read more...]
Moderate Walking, Cycling, & Gardening Associated With Enhanced Fertility
According to Lauren Wise, a reproductive epidemiologist at Boston University and lead author of the study(4/5/2012) "Effect of physical activity on fertility varied by body mass index", it was found that moderate exercise, such as walking, cycling, or gardening, was associated with getting pregnant more quickly for all women, regardless of weight. Over the course of the study, … [Read more...]
