Category: Women’s Health

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.

A review of more than 60 studies indicates that bone-building drugs have a minimal effect on preventing fractures.

Knee replacements can relieve pain and restore function, but you shouldn’t get one before you need it or wait until you are disabled.

Reducing your risk factors for stroke, learning to recognize stroke symptoms, and calling 911 when needed can lower your risk of a disabling stroke.

Estrogen therapy can alleviate depression in some women during menopause.

An observational study of 40,000 women showed risk of atrial fibrillation dropped as exercise levels increased.

Why is the dietary sodium recommendation so low?

I have sciatica. I also have vertebral fractures caused by osteoporosis. I?d like to get physical therapy for my sciatica but am worried about damaging my spine further. What do you advise?

The annual visit is a good way to maintain a relationship with your primary care clinician, take stock of your health, and review your medications.