For Women

Young woman with PMS

Seven Secrets for PMS Relief

PMS is a recurrent condition in women characterized by troublesome symptoms seven to fourteen days before menstruation.

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Environmental Toxicity And Women’s Health

What’s the link between chemicals in the environment and women’s health issues? Author and clinician, Marianne Marchese, ND, describes the connection and gives advice about avoidance and detoxification.

Curcumin

Curcumin Enhances Cardiovascular Exercise Benefits

New research shows that the combination of endurance exercise and curcumin can help postmenopausal women get more out of their fitness routine.

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Rosie Reminds Us About Women and Heart Disease

After suffering a major heart attack, talk show host Rosie O’Donnell is on a mission to help educate women about symptoms.

Fruit

Low-Fat Diet Cools Hot Flashes

Is it hot in here, or is it just me? If hot flashes are making you miserable, new research indicates you could try this.

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Depression Rates Rise Among Teen Girls

New data shows that more adolescent girls are experiencing depression than ever before.  Why is this happening and what can be done to reverse this troubling trend?

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Scents Soothe Sadness in New Moms

While the birth of a baby can be a joyous event, it can also trigger feelings of sadness and anxiety. But new evidence points to the power of flowers to ease those baby blues.

Wine

Cheers to Building Bone Density

After years of passing on the wine, women concerned about osteoporosis might have a reason to raise a glass. A new study suggests alcohol can improve bone density.

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The Real Risks of Birth Control Pills

With mainstream doctors recommending birth control pills not only for contraception, but also for disease prevention for some women, it’s time we weigh the pill’s real risks against its potential benefits.

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