Women’s Health

Pregnancy brings many changes to the body, and it is natural to have questions about safe exercise during pregnancy. For people with healthy, uncomplicated pregnancies, regular physical activity can generally be part of a healthy pregnancy routine. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each […]

PCOS symptoms and treatment can look different from one person to another. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal and metabolic condition that can affect menstrual cycles, ovulation, androgen levels, skin and hair, fertility, and aspects of long-term metabolic health. PCOS does not look the same in every person. Some people mainly experience irregular periods, […]

Pregnancy can bring many changes to the body, and pregnancy stretch marks are among the most common. They may appear as pink, red, purple, brown, or darker lines on the abdomen, breasts, hips, thighs, buttocks, or other areas as the skin changes during pregnancy. These marks are known medically as striae gravidarum, a type of […]

Finding more hair than usual on your brush, pillow, clothing, or in the shower can be unsettling. Some daily shedding is completely normal because hair follicles constantly move through different stages of growth, rest, and shedding. Around 50 to 100 hairs a day is commonly cited as a general range, although the amount can vary […]

The nutrients women need after 40 do not suddenly change on a woman’s 40th birthday, but the years around midlife can bring gradual changes in activity levels, muscle mass, body composition, menstrual patterns, and eventually menopause. These changes can make it more useful to pay closer attention to certain nutrients. Among the nutrients worth understanding […]

Introduction Breast cancer is a disease in which abnormal cells in the breast grow out of control and can form a tumor. It can occur in women and, less commonly, in men. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 2.4 million women were diagnosed with breast cancer worldwide in 2024, and the disease caused […]

1. Introduction Nutritional needs vary depending on a person’s stage of life, health status, and level of physical activity. While the foundations of a healthy diet—such as eating a variety of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, protein-rich foods, and healthy fats—apply to most people, some groups have additional nutritional considerations that require more careful planning. […]