The wrong kind of exercises put pregnant women are at higher risk for diastasis recti, separation of abdominal muscles. Here’s how to stay fit safely.
Heart disease risk is typically based on cholesterol and other such markers. Now, researchers have found a link to women’s dinnertime. For details…
If your bra doesn’t fit, your health—not just your looks—can suffer due to neck and back pain, heartburn and more. Smart ways to avoid these problems…
The FDA stopped use of transvaginal (pelvic) mesh for pelvic organ prolapse (POP). If you already have the mesh...or have POP...here’s what to do.
More women are having strokes during pregnancy and soon after childbirth. These strokes are preventable, if you take the right steps...
Going off birth control pills caused debilitating menstrual cramps. The solution started with soothing baths and finished with a lifestyle makeover.
Lily was concerned that the symptoms accompanying her heart palpitations—anger, interim weight gain, breast tenderness—signified a grave problem.
When Suzy’s baby didn’t drop, her doctor said a cesarean section was probable. The right pelvic adjustments enabled the vaginal birth she wanted.
The oral endometriosis drug elagolix (Orilissa) may soon be approved for treating uterine fibroids. Learn more, including side effects...
Fear of cancer or serious complications leads most women with ovarian cysts to have surgery. Here’s a better way to decide on treatment.
Everything seemed right: No major illnesses…a job she loved…healthful diet…regular exercise. Here’s why Olivia was having sleep problems—and the cure.
If you see someone possibly suffering a heart attack, you call 911. But women hesitate to do this for themselves. And it is costing lives…
Itchy skin can be a surprising effect of menopause-related hormonal changes. Learn the natural secrets to relief.
Despite known dangers like increased risk for yeast infections and STDs, many women still douche. What to do instead for better vaginal health…
Probiotic supplements are widely recommended for digestive problems, but they promote vaginal health, too. Here’s why and how to use them…
