Practical reading on women's health.
What's the deal with testosterone in menopause?
Do we need it? Is it dangerous? Is it the answer to all our symptoms? Let's look at the evidence.
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Understanding the symptoms of perimenopause: what to expect and when to seek treatment
If you're in your late 30s to mid-40s and notice changes in your body, you might be entering perimenopause. This stage leads up to menopause and can begin years before your final period.
Menopause and Mental Health
Mood swings and hormone changes tend to go hand in hand. We know PMS and pregnancy affect mood — but what about menopause? Here's what the research shows.
Am I a Candidate for Menopausal Hormone Therapy?
After the WHI study, hormone therapy got a bad reputation — much of which has since been re-examined. You may have been told you can't take it. But is that really true?
Menopausal Weight Gain: What Causes It and How to Prevent It
Women tend to gain weight during the menopausal transition, especially around the middle. What causes it — and what can we actually do about it?
Six Hidden Causes of Weight Gain
Ever gained weight and had no idea why — same diet, same exercise, but the scale keeps climbing? Here are some hidden causes worth checking.
Why Do I Keep Getting BV?
Some women get bacterial vaginosis over and over — as soon as it clears, it comes right back. Here's why it happens and how to break the cycle.
I Think I May Have PCOS…
A friend has PCOS, or you've read about it, and you're wondering if you have it too. Here's what PCOS actually is, how it's diagnosed, and what can be done.