Women's Health Issues

Menopause Age and Your Risk for Diabetes

Menopause Age and Your Risk for Diabetes

May 10, 2018

Going through menopause early may increase your risk for developing diabetes. Going through it later than normal? A surprising protection.

It’s Time to Lower Your Stress—The Not-So-Silent Killer
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It’s Time to Lower Your Stress—The Not-So-Silent Killer

Suzanne Steinbaum | February 24, 2018

When it comes to stress, it is critical to look at both what stresses us out and what de-stresses us…so we can combat this chronic threat to our health.

Vaginal Dryness in Menopausal Women

Vaginal Dryness in Menopausal Women

Andrew Rubman, ND | December 4, 2017

Dr. Rubman recommends DHEA vaginal suppositories and squalene for women when vaginal dryness is making them uncomfortable or if they plan to be intimate.

Menopause Is a Pain in the Back!

Menopause Is a Pain in the Back!

November 22, 2017

After menopause, women are at greater risk for lower back pain due to lumbar disc degeneration. Find out how to fight back.

Quiz: Menopause and Your Bones

Quiz: Menopause and Your Bones

November 15, 2017

Menopause changes bones in ways you can’t see or feel. Test your knowledge about osteoporosis prevention with this quiz!

The Health Risks of Iron After Menopause

The Health Risks of Iron After Menopause

September 27, 2017

After menopause, a woman's risk for diabetes and heart disease goes up. One likely culprit is the loss of estrogen…

The Most Important Medical Tests Once You Start Menopause
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The Most Important Medical Tests Once You Start Menopause

Suzanne Steinbaum | September 9, 2017

Well, this has been fun. If you haven’t been on this menopausal journey with me, now is the time to…

Natural Menopause Aids for Bone Loss, Strength and Sexuality
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Natural Menopause Aids for Bone Loss, Strength and Sexuality

Andrew Rubman, ND | May 15, 2017

The patient: Mary, a youthful modern dance instructor in her late 60’s, wants to retain her vitality. Why she came…

What Your Hot Flashes Say About Your Health

What Your Hot Flashes Say About Your Health

Rebecca C. Thurston, PhD | November 15, 2016

When is a hot flash not just a hot flash? When it’s a window into future health—of your heart, your…

The Best Yoga for Your Bones

The Best Yoga for Your Bones

Loren Fishman, MD | October 6, 2016

You know that weight-bearing exercise such as walking strengthens your bones. But there’s growing evidence that yoga—already pretty popular for…

9 Ways to Prevent Breast Cancer—Before and After Menopause
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9 Ways to Prevent Breast Cancer—Before and After Menopause

Anne McTiernan, MD, PhD | September 29, 2016

From losing belly fat to a certain kind of exercise to curbing alcohol, here are actual science-backed ways to reduce breast cancer risk.

The Truth About Women and Heart Disease
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The Truth About Women and Heart Disease

Pamela Douglas, MD | August 1, 2016

We’ve all seen this movie…a man clutches his chest, showing intense pain and collapses on the floor—heart attack. It’s usually…

Are Your Bones as Healthy as You Think?

Are Your Bones as Healthy as You Think?

Lani Simpson, DC, CCD | March 29, 2016

Women—and men—should watch out for these 4 common mistakes… You might think that a bone fracture is a relatively minor…

The Best Walking Speed for Your Heart

The Best Walking Speed for Your Heart

March 16, 2016

Like to walk? Try picking up the pace—just a little. Your heart will thank you. In an analysis of 40,000…

Shake It Up, Baby: How to Vibrate Your Way to Lower Blood Pressure

Shake It Up, Baby: How to Vibrate Your Way to Lower Blood Pressure

March 7, 2016

“Jiggle” machines to lose weight—those belts that vibrate around your middle while you just stand there—go back to the 19th…