Health - Women's Health

PMOS Isn’t a Personal Failure. It’s a Sign of a Major Problem Within Our System

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000

In this op-ed, Asima Ahmad, MD, opens up about her personal experience with PMOS—and her advice to patients.

Signs You’re Eating Too Much Fiber

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

It’s uncommon—but possible.

This Popular Supplement Improves Muscle Mass and Boosts Brain Power

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

You might be able to reap the benefits of it even without a structured workout routine.

Scientists Discover Women Who Engage in Harder Workouts Also Have This One Trait in Common

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Yet another perk to consider.

The Telehealth GLP-1 Gold Rush

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Here’s what to know about easy-access GLP-1 prescriptions before you click.

The Best Protein Powders, Bars, and Shakes for Women Over 50

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:02:13 +0000

RD-approved protein picks for staying strong after 50.

Meet the Pro Softball Moms Who Are Redefining What an Elite Athlete Can Look Like

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 19:14:22 +0000

“You don't have to put your dreams on the back end just because you want to be able to have a family.”

Nabela Noor's Health Transformation Was Never About Getting Smaller—It Was About Getting Stronger

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0000

By incorporating Pilates, weight training, and a GLP-1, the star of Hosted By Nabela Noor got her diabetes in check and lost 60 lbs.

3 Women with PMOS Share What It Really Takes to Advocate for Better Care

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Here’s how they fought for more effective treatment options, set boundaries, and found the best providers possible.

PMOS Has a New Name. Women Still Aren’t Getting the Care They Need—Here’s What Matters

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000

One in eight women lives with PMOS. Their treatment options are lacking.

Women’s Health Just Teamed Up With Equip to Research How Weight Bias Impacts PMOS Patients. The Data Is Concerning.

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Here’s what needs to change ASAP.

Do You Need to Be Concerned About ‘Ferritin Face’? Here’s How to Tell If You Need to Get This Checked Out

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Experts break down the term.

Not Everyone Needs the Same Amount of Fiber. Here's How to Tell If You're Getting Enough

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:55:46 +0000

Without necessarily tracking it.

5 Ways To Speak Up About Gynecologic Symptoms, Even When It Feels Embarrassing

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:10:00 +0000

One woman’s endometrial cancer diagnosis experience shows why speaking up matters.

Could ‘Bloomscrolling’ Help Improve Your Quality of Life? What to Know About the New Trend

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Meet the opposite of doomscrolling.

A Lot of Women Who Think They Have Anxiety Really Have This Instead—and Treatment Is Totally Different

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 19:37:18 +0000

Here’s how to tell the difference.

Inside the Underground World of DIY Peptides

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Women are buying powders on Temu, mixing substances into OTC nasal sprays, and injecting “stacks” into their stomachs—often for a very different set of reasons than men.

The Top Supplements for Women in Every Decade of Life, According to Experts

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:04:00 +0000

Your nutrient needs change as you age.

Your Pressing Questions About Treating Alopecia Areata Answered

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:40:27 +0000

Why now may be a good time to talk with your dermatologist again.

“I Was Never Positive That I Could Regrow My Hair. Then I Did.”

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:14:36 +0000

How one woman went from a severe alopecia areata diagnosis to finding the right prescription treatment for her—and getting her hair back.

Scientists Just Made a Surprising Discovery About the Sleep Quality of Heavy Caffeine Users

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

You’ll get deeper sleep at some point in the night, but there’s a catch.

A Dietitian’s Guide to the Best Supplements for Women

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:45:00 +0000

Before you restock your supplements, read this RD’s guide.

The 7 Best Probiotics for Better Gut Health, According to a Dietitian

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:38:00 +0000

Out of the hundreds on the market, these are the ones that stood out.

Researchers Find That This Common Class of Drugs Is Linked to Lower Dementia Risk

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

And according to experts, not enough people are on them.

Researchers Say You Can Lower Blood Pressure in Weeks Doing This

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

You can do it at home, too.

Vitamin D May Have This Important Perk for Brain Health as You Age

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Here’s why experts say this could work.

These Common Foods May Be Fueling Inflammation In Your Body—With Serious Consequences

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:18:41 +0000

Here's what experts want you to know about UPFs.

The 6 Best Women’s Multivitamins According to a Dietitian

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:19:00 +0000

From vegan capsules to gummies for women over 50, these are our tested picks.

I’m an Infectious Disease Doctor. Here’s the Problem with “Doing Your Own Research” on Vaccines

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:15:00 +0000

I know well-meaning parents want the best for their kids—but skipping vaccines isn’t the answer.

If You Deal with Anxiety, This Simple Bedtime Habit May Offer More Relief Than You Think

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:11:44 +0000

It’s oh so cozy too.

How to Improve Gut Health: 12 Science-Backed Tips to Support Your Gut Naturally

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:20:00 +0000

Plus, how to tell if it needs healing in the first place.

Researchers Just Linked This Rare Vision Loss Condition to GLP-1s—Should You Be Concerned?

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:30:00 +0000

There’s a lot to unpack.

The FDA Approved a New Alzheimer’s Blood Test for People Over the Age of 55. Here’s What It Can—and Can’t—Tell You

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:40:44 +0000

It’s more accessible, for starters.

Save up to 49% on These top-Rated Sleep Gear Picks To Get Through the Night

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:34:00 +0000

Hot sleeper? Light sleeper? There’s a deal for just about every nighttime need.

Everything to Know About the Health Benefits of Turmeric

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:01:00 +0000

The spice is known to be an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant, but more research is needed.

Why This Eating Disorder Is the Most Misunderstood, According to Experts

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:29:05 +0000

Everything you need to know about binge eating disorder.

GLP-1s Silence ‘Food Noise’—But What If That Noise Matters?

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:16:01 +0000

What we’re getting wrong in the GLP-1 era.

Researchers Looked at 180,000 Post-Menopausal Women and Found This Surprising Link Between HRT and Dementia

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

One group of women in particular showed the greatest risk reduction.

Your Ultimate Guide to Supporting Hormone Health, According to Doctors

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:25:00 +0000

Plus, whether you can really “balance” your hormones.

Scientists Gave Adults Beet Juice Daily. Their Blood Pressure Dropped—Here’s What Happened Next.

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 18:52:41 +0000

One study explored the major health benefits of this oft-overlooked grocery store staple.

What Doctors Want You to Know About the New “Personalized” Cancer Vaccine Making Headlines

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

It uses the same tech as the COVID vaccine.

Depressed Or Anxious? What’s Stopping You From Getting Help?

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0000

These yes-or-no questions can help you take one manageable step toward support.

Coffee Drinkers Have More Muscle, Less Body Fat Than Non-Coffee Drinkers

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Plus, one other surprising health difference researchers found.

How to Learn to Live With Grief—and Make Room for Joy

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0000

A clinical psychologist at NYU Langone Health shares tips, and Amanda Kloots opens up about her personal experience.

A New Study Says Three Minutes of Exercise Beats 90—If You Make This Tweak

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Here’s what’s behind these surprising findings.

Why IUDs Can Ease Perimenopause Symptoms—And Who They’re Right For, According to Doctors

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0000

They can be a very beneficial part of hormone therapy.