Monday, March 2, 2009

The Blog Erotic Gives Sex a Good Name

The Blog Erotic Gives Sex a Good Name

The Blog Squad announces launch of The Blog Erotic by internationally known sex therapist Dr. Stephanie Buehler. The blog will fill a void on information offered adults on the Web about healthy intimacy in relationships.

North Hollywood, CA (PRWEB) March 2, 2009 -- The Blog Squad team of blogging experts announces the launch of The Blog Erotic (http://www.theblogerotic.com) by internationally known sex therapist Dr. Stephanie Buehler.

The Blog Erotic already has a growing list of subscribers as it fills a void on what is offered on the Internet for adults curious about intimacy in relationships.

In fact, Blog Squad co-founder Dr. Patsi Krakoff predicts Dr. Buehler will quickly become the next Dr. Ruth or Dr. Joyce Brothers.

"Dr. Buehler writes about sex with humor, a high degree of intelligence and a natural comfort around these sensitive and important issues that intrigue us all," reports Krakoff. "She has many years experience counseling both men and women. The Blog Erotic is fun and informative."

"I started The Blog Erotic to fill a gap I saw in blogs on sexuality," says Dr. Buehler. "There are blogs that are titillating, and blogs that are medical, but there's very little in between for helping people trying to solve common relationship problems, like how to keep passion alive in a long-term relationship or how to talk with your partner about changes in your sexuality over time."

The Blog Erotic is a combination of many things. Dr. Buehler writes about:

• How to have a better sex life

• Sexual health news to improve sexual enjoyment and performance

• Social issues and events that affect people's sex lives

A few recent blog post titles include:

• What Women Don't Know about Male Sexuality

• Arriba! Mexican Mayor Gives Away Viagra for Sex in the "Third Age"

• Valentine's Day: It's Not About the Sex, Is It?

• Spontaneous, Shmontaneous: Planned Sex and Romance Isn't All that Bad

• How to Have "Vacation Sex" at Home

Dr. Buehler is an internationally known expert in the field of sex therapy, a California licensed psychologist and Director of The Buehler Institute in Southern California. She is also a member of the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health and editor of the Women's Sexual Health Journal, and writes a column for OC Parent. She is frequently quoted in the media, from TIME magazine to Esquire. You can find The Blog Erotic at http://www.theblogerotic.com.

About The Blog Squad:

Business Blogging experts Patsi Krakoff, Psy. D. and Denise Wakeman are The Blog Squad™. They have teamed up to help professionals harness the power of blogs, newsletters, social media and ecommerce systems to make marketing tasks easier and more effective.

Between them they have 19 years of Internet know-how and write on 10 blogs. They know what works and what doesn't. You can read their popular blog at http://www.BuildaBetterBlog.com.

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Contact Information PATSI KRAKOFF

KRAKOFF WAKEMAN ASSOCIATES INC.

http://www.buildabetterblog.com

858-375-5048



Sunday, March 1, 2009

Menersa Demand Spikes on the Heels of Health Report

Menersa Demand Spikes on the Heels of Health Report

A recent study that was conducted by the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) in the US, involving more than six hundred women between the ages of 43 and 53, has concluded that women who are in the menopausal phase, or who were premenopausal, got less sleep at night due to frequent disturbances that were greatly attributed to the symptoms of menopause; namely hot flashes, and or, night sweats. Many menopausal women, who previously have relied upon popular prescription drugs for treating hormonal pathway imbalances, are now turning to natural cures for menopause, like Menersa, because they utilize proprietary blends of clinically proven botanical alternatives that not only correct hormonal pathway imbalances, but also relieve the symptoms of menopause that can contribute to sleep deprivation.

Manalapan, NJ (PRWEB) March 1, 2009 -- Many of the most important functions of our bodies are controlled by hormonal releases. Some hormones help our body to distribute and process fats. Others control the rates at which we grow hair and skin. And yet others can determine how well we will sleep at night. For the millions of women are entering premenopausal stages, or who are already experiencing menopause, their hormones can be bouncing out of control. So much so that it can greatly affect the amounts of sleep that they receive each night and in turn can be detrimental to their overall wellbeing, quality of life and happiness.

In fact, shifting hormones during the menopausal period can greatly contribute to the lack of sleep or disturbed sleeping patterns, generally related to hot flashes, night sweats and other side effects of hormonal pathway imbalances. During a recent study--which was conducted by the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) in the US--more than six hundred women between the ages of 43 and 53 were asked to make frequent journal entries during their menstrual periods. The studies concluded that women who were showing the earlier signs of menopause got far less sleep at night when compared to those who were still premenopausal. In short: even the earliest symptoms of menopause caused for a greater disturbance of nightly sleep cycles. A trend which increases as the natural phase of menopause sets in.

Yet the most popular prescribed menopause drugs only work to correct hormonal pathway imbalances. Many offer no cure for sleep deprivation or night flashes, which commonly contribute to sleep disturbances during menopause. This is why more women are turning to clinically proven, all-natural menopausal remedies like Menersa--which utilizes the power of a variety of unique botanicals that treat all symptoms of menopause. Menersa is able to also relieve symptoms associated with sleep deprivation by incorporating calming herbs that work to naturally relieve discomforts associated with the symptoms of menopause, and that help to replenish essential and vital bodily nutrients.

"The recent reports of interrupted sleep patterns (as they relate to the symptoms of menopause) has caused a big spike in the online sales of our popular and clinically proven botanical alternative, Menersa," states Constantine Lopez, spokesperson for Vitaloix Labs. "More women are turning to natural cures for menopause that not only work to safely correct hormonal imbalances, but that also offer a cure for common associated symptoms (of menopause) that can really take their toll on the quality of life of the sufferer."

Menersa is an all-natural menopause supplement that is taken daily. It has been clinically proven to be comparable to low-dose transdermal estradiol (Estraderm 25 mcg every 7 days) for relieving hot flashes and the other 34 symptoms of menopause.

For more information on how the all-natural and clinically proven menopause remedy Menersa can relieve the symptoms of menopause safely and efficiently, please visit their website online at: http://www.menersa.com

About Menersa:

•    Created by Vitaloix Labs--a leading nutraceutical company

•    Relieves the common symptoms associated with menopause naturally, including, but not limited to: hot flashes, mood swings, decreased energy, nervousness, irritability, vaginal irritation, poor sex drive, abnormal weight gain, chronic headaches, fatigue, anxiety, tension and others

•    Works to promote healthy weight maintenance and an increased sexual drive

•    Specifically targets the support of hormonal pathway imbalances, greatly reducing menopausal symptoms

•    Provides the body with a source of naturally-occurring phytoestrogen complexes

•    Incorporates calming herbs that work to naturally relieve discomforts associated with the symptoms of menopause, and that helps to replenish essential and vital bodily nutrients

•    Uses powerful and clinically proven botanicals to help women enjoy a more natural and healthier sleep cycle during the menopausal phase

•    Clinically proven to be a safer alternative to hormone therapy and hormone replacement therapy, and has also been proven to be as equally or more effective than using menopausal products containing soy

•    Tedious and lengthy clinical studies provided clear cut evidence that Menersa is comparable to low-dose transdermal estradiol (Estraderm 25 mcg every 7 days) for relieving hot flashes

•    No known adverse side effects

•    100% all-natural, safe & effective

•    Available online at their website for a generous discount at: http://www.menersa.com

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Contact Information Liz Gilman

Health Web Shopping

http://www.menersa.com

(800) 344-0478



Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Walgreen's Now Carries Sensual Wellness Products by LELO

Walgreen's Now Carries Sensual Wellness Products by LELO

Walgreen's has begun carrying sensual wellness products developed and designed by Swedish based company LELO.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) February 25, 2009 -- "There is ever-increasing sensual and sexual wellness awareness as drug stores such as Walgreen's, CVS, Rite Aid, Drugstore.com and others have begun promoting Sexual Health and Wellness sections", says LELO Sales and Marketing manager, Shaye Saldana from LELO's California office. "We are very pleased to see LELO products next to Durex, Trojan, K-Y and other well-known reputable brands that are improving the sensual quality of people's lives. Sensual wellness is a natural part of individuals' overall physical and mental health and it is a natural fit to see these products offered by these pharmacies."

Only eight months after announcing that LELO products would be sold in the Swedish State-Owned Pharmacy, Apoteket, these products are now also carried by Walgreen's. LELO's products, of the highest quality and safety standards, are designed to help people have a healthy and positive sensual experience. "We are very fortunate to be a part of the revolution in the health and pharmaceutical industry with more focused attention on addressing sexual health as a key part of people's overall health", adds Saldana.

**About LELO

LELO is a Swedish sex life accessory label with distinct design philosophy and brand profile. Drawing inspiration from the fashion and beauty industries, our pleasure objects breathe an air of simplicity, sensuality and sophistication. With an avant-garde approach and an affordable mid-to-premium range, LELO provides a high quality alternative to the conventional erotic market place. We aim to please a modern clientele of women - and their partners - with high sexual integrity and a keen eye for design. By imbuing the look, the feel and the function of our pleasure objects with sensual purpose, they become natural accessories to be enjoyed again and again.

Founded in September 2003, LELO is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, and is available in more than 40 international markets.

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Contact Information Shaye Saldana

LELO

http://www.lelo.com

408-930-5356



First Crowdsourced Women's Health Book Released

First Crowdsourced Women's Health Book Released

190 Women Share Experiences and Treatments for Painful, Common Chronic Condition

Mountain View, CA (PRWEB) February 25, 2009 -- CureTogether, a Health 2.0 Startup based in Silicon Valley, today released the first crowdsourced women's health book. Assembled from the input of 190 women living with a common, but poorly understood condition called vulvodynia, "Vulvodynia Heroes" is the product of an ongoing online research study at http://www.curetogether.com.

"Patients decided on their own what symptoms and treatments they wanted to track and gathered detailed, quantitative data on their bodies and experiences," said Alexandra Carmichael, co-Founder of CureTogether. "The hope of this book is to spread awareness, reach out to people in pain who may not have heard of vulvodynia, and increase interest and funding for future research."

"The vulvodynia heroes are pioneers not just in investigating their own condition, but in developing self-cure practices that others can follow," said Gary Wolf, Contributing Editor of Wired and Blogger at The Quantified Self. "Many other women who are suffering will find this very helpful and inspiring," added Elizabeth Rummer, MSPT at the Pelvic Health and Rehabilitation Center in San Francisco.

Vulvodynia is a painful chronic condition that affects 16% of women at some point in their lives. It's one of the most active condition communities at CureTogether, with information about symptoms, treatments, and causes added by almost 200 women with vulvodynia. The "Vulvodynia Heroes" book is available at http://www.curetogether.com/VHeroes.

About CureTogether

CureTogether launched in 2008 to help people anonymously track and compare health data -- to better understand their bodies, make more informed treatment decisions and contribute data to research. Starting with 3 conditions (Migraine, Endometriosis and Vulvodynia), its members have since expanded it to support 214 conditions.

*Please note that the information in Vulvodynia Heroes and at CureTogether.com does not constitute medical advice.

For more information, please contact Alexandra Carmichael at 650-533-2163.

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Contact Information Alexandra Carmichael

CureTogether

http://www.curetogether.com

650-533-2163



Saturday, February 21, 2009

Separating Fact from Bioidentical Hype

Separating Fact from Bioidentical Hype

Hot from Menopausal Symptoms and Bothered by the Media Hype about Hormone Replacement? People are hearing about bioidentical hormone replacement along with more traditional types of prescribed hormone medication from the Oprah show and other media. Lets separate Fact from Fiction. The word "bioidentical" is not an accurate medical description of this new, unregulated substance and it certainly is not exactly like the hormones the body produces otherwise there would not be a measurable and clinically evident toxic build-up in the body. In "Revitalize Your Hormones: Dr. Dale's 7 Steps to a Happier, Healthier, and Sexier You" (Wiley; May 2005), Dr. Theresa Dale offers a medically proven natural alternative to invasive and dangerous hormone replacement therapies. Dale invented the world's only clinically proven, FDA registered, homeopathic hormone rejuvenation formulas used for restoring hormone balance without side effects.

(PRWEB) February 19, 2009 -- Hot from Menopausal Symptoms and Bothered by the Media Hype about Hormone Replacement? People are hearing about bioidentical hormone replacement along with more traditional types of prescribed hormone medication from the Oprah show and other media. Lets separate Fact from Fiction. The new buzz word "bioidentical" is deceptive. It's not an accurate medical description of this new, unregulated substance and it is not exactly like the body produces. Clearly there is a measurable and clinically evident toxic build-up in the body.

Bioidentical hormone replacement is not natural even though it originates from yam or soy; it has been compounded and thus a synthetic. That's right; health providers perform thousands of before and after saliva tests on patients and it is clear that there is a toxic build up of all hormone replacement including bioidentical HRT.

Women are wary of recent warnings linking hormone replacement therapy with an increased risk for heart disease, stroke and breast cancer, more and more women are turning to alternative and natural ways to balance their hormone levels. Studies have shown that using hormones such as Prempro, Othro-Prefest or Premphase and bioidentical HRT causes the body to shut down production of its own hormones creating a dependency. Hormone replacement therapy can also elevate existing hormone levels to toxically high amounts, which can tax the adrenal glands, burden the liver, kidneys, and circulatory and immune systems.

Yet, there is a superior way to get both clinically proven and evidence based relief without being exposed to the toxic effects of ALL of these drugs. Health providers throughout the US are using FDA registered NuFem & EndoPure Homeopathic Hormone Rejuvenation, developed by Theresa Dale, ND, CCN, NP.

In "Revitalize Your Hormones: Dr. Dale's 7 Steps to a Happier, Healthier, and Sexier You" (Wiley; May 2005; $15.95/Paper), Dr. Theresa Dale offers a medically proven alternative to invasive and dangerous hormone replacement therapies. With over 20 years of experience as a Naturopathic Doctor, Certified Clinical Nutritionist and researcher, Dr. Dale has helped women balance their hormone levels through safe, non-toxic program. The world's only clinically proven homeopathic hormone rejuvenation formulas used for restoring hormone balance without side effects. These formulas actually produce healthy hormone levels in women of various ages, and eliminate symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, low libido, low energy and irregular menses. The formulas are FDA approved and regulated and are prepared at an FDA registered pharmacy. The remedy goes through a lengthy preparation processes. For example, an herb or substance is diluted and prepared in a manner so that just a micro amount of the original substance is left in the final formula. This method of natural preparation enhances all the properties of the herb and amplifies its efficacy. Homeopathic medicine has been used for 200 years throughout the world, and is natural without toxic side effects. See The Wellness Center website for more education about Homeopathy.

The medical establishment's approach to balancing hormones fails to embrace the concept of the body as a natural living system that is capable of self-repair. Its regimens are based on the premise that people need to look outside our bodies for hormone help via one-size-fits-all drugs. The only hormones that are safe for the human body are the ones the body makes. By using a totally natural and homeopathic program, it is possible to restore emotional, physical and sexual health by following simple and safe individualized nutritional and exercise guidelines.

For more information, call Theresa Dale's office at 866 962 6484.

Theresa Dale, ND, CCN, NP

Founder, The Wellness Center For Research & Education, Inc.

Dean, California College of Natural Medicine

www.wellnesscenter.net

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Contact Information Theresa Dale

The Wellness Center

http://www.wellnesscenter.net

866 962 6484

Dr. Theresa Dale, ND, CCN, NP

The Wellness Center

http://www.wellnesscenter.net

805 984 7200



Thursday, February 19, 2009

Endoscopy Systems Market to Reach $4.5 Billion by 2015, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Endoscopy Systems Market to Reach $4.5 Billion by 2015, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

The market for endoscopy systems is projected to reach $4.5 billion by 2015. Growth in this dynamic market is driven by increasing acceptance of endoscopic techniques among physicians, extensive use of endoscopy procedures and technology advancements in areas such as robotics, miniaturization, and imaging.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) February 19, 2009 -- Endoscopy systems occupy a significant position in the medical device market with applications extending over several areas in medical surgery. The market is driven by an aging population, demand for preventive screening procedures such as colorectal screening, and growing awareness among people towards this medical discipline. Endoscopic procedures are less risky, less painful, and involve lesser patient recovery period, when compared to traditional methods. Owing to escalating opportunities and demand for Minimally Invasive Endoscopy Surgery (MIES) procedures, several medical equipment manufacturers are focusing on developing products that are highly capable of offering minimally invasive surgeries.

US, Japan, and Europe comprise the largest markets, accounting for a major share of the global endoscopy systems market (http://www.strategyr.com/Endoscopy_Systems_Market_Report.asp), as stated in a recent report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Asia-Pacific with increasing penetration of endoscopy procedures represents a potential market for endoscopy systems with CAGR of 5.8% for the next few years. An expanding chronically ill and aging population, improvements in endoscopy technologies and advancements in minimally invasive surgery technologies are driving the endoscopes (http://www.strategyr.com/Endoscopy_Systems_Market_Report.asp) market in the region. Globally, the market for Visualization equipment (http://www.strategyr.com/Endoscopy_Systems_Market_Report.asp) is largely driven by technological advancements such as high-definition camera systems, NBI, MBI technologies, and advancement in video processing, recording, and communication technologies.

Among the application areas, gastrointestinal endoscopy is rapidly trenching new opportunities with growing demand for initial cancer screening tests that facilitates survival prospects of the patient before the risk of metastasis. The segment is also driven by advancements such as capsule endoscopy, which is finding useful application in imaging the gastrointestinal tract including the small intestine. Growth in the market is expected to be further driven by release of novel products and expanding product indications.

The global marketplace is characterized by presence of players such as Boston Scientific Corporation, Conmed Corporation, Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc., Fujinon Corp., Given Imaging, Hoya Corporation, Karl Storz GmbH & Co. KG, Medtronic Neurologic Technologies, Olympus Corporation, Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corporation, Smith & Nephew Plc, and Stryker Corporation.

"Endoscopy Systems: A Global Strategic Business Report", published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. provides a comprehensive review of major market dynamics, trends, technology advancements, and competition pertaining to the market. The report enumerates recent product introductions/innovations, developments, mergers, acquisitions and other strategic industry activities. Product segments analyzed in the study include Endoscopes and Visualization Equipment. Analysis is presented for the periods 1995-2005 and 2006-2015 for established and emerging markets including the United States, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Asia-Pacific and Latin America.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Endoscopy_Systems_Market_Report.asp

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) (http://www.strategyr.com) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world's largest market research publishers. The company employs more than 700 people worldwide and publishes more than 880 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers a range of more than 60,000 smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide.

Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Telephone 408-528-9966

Fax 408-528-9977

Web Site http://www.StrategyR.com

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Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

http://www.StrategyR.com/

(408) 528-9966