Menopause may be triggering Alzheimer’s in women far earlier than doctors ever suspected
Menopause has long been understood as a reproductive transition. What it does to the brain has received far less attention. A new expert review published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation is working to change that, making the case that the hormonal upheaval of menopause may represent one of the most significant and underappreciated risk […]
The unsettling truth about chemicals in tampons and pads
For millions of people around the world, tampons and menstrual pads are a monthly staple products used for days at a time, every month, for decades. But a growing body of research is raising questions about what exactly is inside those products, and whether the chemicals detected in them could pose a meaningful risk to […]
Bone density loss starts earlier than most women think and these 7 signs prove it
Most people associate bone loss with old age, but the reality is considerably more unsettling. Bones typically reach their peak density around age 35, and from that point forward the process of losing mass can begin, sometimes as early as a person’s 40s. For women, the transition through menopause accelerates that decline significantly, with some […]
Female microbiome disruption driven by diet, smoking, alcohol, and stress is more serious than you think
A sweeping new review published in Microbial Ecology has cast a spotlight on something most women never think twice about: the invisible microbial communities living inside and on their bodies. Researchers spent considerable time synthesizing evidence on how everyday behaviors shape the female microbiome across four distinct sites, the vaginal tract, gut, mouth, and skin, […]
These common healthy foods were linked to 60 percent lower fertility odds in new study
Trying to conceive comes with an overwhelming amount of advice. Eat this, avoid that, manage your stress, sleep more, exercise but not too much. The guidance accumulates quickly and what starts as an effort to be healthier can easily slide into anxiety about every single food choice. But a recent study is cutting through some […]
The bladder health truths most women never hear until something goes wrong
Most women never think about their bladder health until something forces them to. A leaked laugh, a desperate sprint to the bathroom, a sleepless night spent making trips back and forth. By then, habits that have been quietly causing damage for years are already well established. A specialist in female pelvic floor disorders is here […]
Pairing these 2 treatments boosts menopause weight loss by 35%
Weight gain during and after menopause is one of the most common and frustrating health challenges women face. Research suggests that women gain an average of about one pound per year during this life stage, and for many, standard weight-loss strategies simply stop delivering the results they once did. Now, a new study points to […]
7 foods that support healthy hormone levels
Hormone balancing diets have become a popular topic in wellness circles, with all kinds of foods being credited with the ability to tweak hormone levels. But what does the science actually say, and which foods are genuinely worth adding to your plate? Hormones are chemical messengers that travel through the bloodstream and influence a wide […]
Supplements to avoid if you have hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism affects millions of Americans, and managing it well goes far beyond simply taking a daily pill. For those living with an underactive thyroid, the wrong supplement taken at the wrong time can quietly undermine treatment in ways that are not immediately obvious. Experts say this is one of the most overlooked challenges people with […]
Why doctors want more women lifting weights at the gym
When Elisabeth Bradley walked into the weight room at San Diego State University for the first time, she was the only woman there. Surrounded by muscular men and unsure of what she was doing, she quietly retreated to the cardio area a decision made by countless women every day in gyms across the country. Bradley […]