Category: Women’s Health

Resilience is common among the longest-lived women. It can be developed through five simple practices.

Is thyroid hormone causing my recent mood changes?

Postmenopausal women who sleep either less than six or more than eight hours a night have an increased risk of dementia.

I find that I breathe through my mouth at night because my nose seems to stuff up once my head is on the pillow. Does sleeping with my mouth open affect my teeth and gums?

Noninvasive brain stimulation can help with depression. It is also being used experimentally to treat nerve damage, neurologic disorders, and psychological conditions.

Alternating acetaminophen with an NSAID may provide as much pain relief with fewer side effects than taking either drug alone.

Exercise training can reduce the risk of serious injury from falls in older women.

An analysis of data from the Women’s Health Initiative indicates that a woman’s risk of breast cancer rises across increasing weight levels.

Both DASH and Mediterranean diets promote overall health. Which is better for you depends on your taste preferences and health goals.

Exercising, eliminating food triggers, reducing stress, and taking probiotics can help relieve irritable bowel symptoms.