Women's Health

Can changes in diet, gut health, and metabolism help women overcome polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)—and even restore their fertility? In Part 2 of “Vital Signs’” Hormone Rescue series, board-certified OB-GYN ...

Weight gain, irregular periods, and infertility may seem unrelated. Could they signal a deeper metabolic problem affecting millions of women? Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, affects millions of women worldwide, ...

Long used in herbal traditions, horseradish is drawing attention for urinary tract support—and can be prepared as a simple homemade tincture.

Fibroids can range in size from microscopic to as large as a melon. Many women may have them without ever knowing, as fibroids often cause no symptoms.

The findings raise new questions about prenatal acetaminophen exposure, but researchers say the drug can still be used when medically needed.

Two medical groups now call hormone therapy the most effective treatment for hot flashes and night sweats, but the guidelines cover only part of menopause.

A whole-person approach to recognizing postpartum risk can help a family avoid a crisis.

Estrogen loss during menopause may leave women's brains more vulnerable to Alzheimer's.

Bone fractures in women over 50 are more common than breast cancer, yet we don’t really talk about it. Good nutrition is only half the equation, as it gives your ...

Most people think of collagen as a skincare ingredient, but it’s actually one of the body’s most important structural proteins. Its name comes from the Greek word for “glue,” which ...

A balanced prenatal diet, with occasional indulgences, supports healthy fetal brain development.

Research suggests that diet and culture may have an effect.

A radiant, rosy complexion and lustrous, shiny hair are a reflection of strong vital energy and a high-quality blood supply.

Renamed from PCOS to PMOS, the condition is now recognized as a complex endocrine disorder.

The brain seems to adapt during pregnancy to help mothers navigate early parenthood challenges.

A 23-year study found lasting reductions in colorectal cancer risk and deaths after one flexible sigmoidoscopy, especially in men.

What if your skin could actually regenerate itself—without needles, without pain, and without any downtime? For Angela Lacy Salisbury, that question started with 176 stitches and a scar she was ...

Menopause is a natural stage of life that almost every woman goes through in her 40s or 50s. During this stage, many women experience a range of symptoms, including hot ...

When your joints ache, everything in you says, “Stop. Rest. Protect yourself,” and it feels like the sensible thing to do. According to Deborah Atkinson, a strength and conditioning coach ...

Up to 80 percent of women going through menopause experience unpleasant symptoms.

A 32-year-old Manhattan elite with premature ovarian failure conceived naturally after three months of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treatment.

Oxford researchers tested an imaging agent that detects the most common, and hardest to diagnose form of a condition affecting millions of women.

Podiatrists and chiropractors explain the physical effects of wearing high-heeled shoes.

PCOS was never a cystic disease; it is a metabolic syndrome.

American mothers have never had access to more parenting information, but they have also never been more alone.

Celebrate Mother’s Day with brunch recipes that feel special while supporting steady energy with protein-rich, nutrient-dense ingredients.

Exposure to a widely used plastic chemical may be contributing to preterm births globally, raising concerns about its role in maternal and infant health.