Category Archives: Women’s Health

Mindfulness helps lower menopausal symptoms and stress in women, according to research findings. Specifically, the researchers highlighted that being mindful showed benefits for menopausal women who struggled with irritability, anxiety, and depression. Study lead author Richa Sood explained, “In this study, we found that midlife women with higher mindfulness scores experienced fewer menopausal symptoms. These ...click here to read more

Urinary health problems in postmenopausal women are associated with a poor quality of life, according to research findings. The researchers looked at data from 2,160 women aged 45 to 75 who reported at least one menopausal symptom related to vulvovaginal atrophy. Vulvovaginal atrophy causes symptoms like vaginal dryness, painful intercourse, and urinary incontinence. Women with ...click here to read more

Falls in older age are particularly dangerous as they can contribute to a slew of health problems. Sadly, the older you become, the higher your risk of falls. Another big health concern is muscle weakness – or sarcopenia – which affects between five to 13 percent of older adults. This number may jump to about ...click here to read more

A connection we might never make on our own is between our dental health and our heart health, but research suggests that these two or more intertwined than we might think. Recent studies have found that periodontal disease, often characterized by swollen and bleeding gums, and the loss of teeth as an adult are related ...click here to read more

If you have led an unhealthy lifestyle in your youth, there is still time to turn things around. A new vein of research has found that middle age is a crucial time in our life-cycle for beginning and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, in order to maintain our quality of life well into the elderly years. ...click here to read more

We have all been told the many, many benefits of eating healthy on a regular basis. This has not stopped the onslaught of research that continues to be published on this very topic, though. In fact, one new study claims that women who consume a healthy diet of mainly fruits and veggies experience fewer symptoms ...click here to read more

A new study from the University of East Anglia has found that following a Mediterranean-style diet can reduce the risk of stroke in white women over the age of 40, but not in men. The diet is characterized by an increased intake of fish, fruit, vegetables, nuts, and beans, and a decreased intake of meat ...click here to read more

It’s often emphasized that the more HDL cholesterol – good cholesterol – you have, the healthier you are. But for some people, this may not be the case. A new study has found that postmenopausal women with high HDL cholesterol may actually be at risk of detrimental health conditions. HDL is responsible for carrying away ...click here to read more

If you’re looking to boost your bedroom performance, then you have to hit the gym first. Exercise is known to help boost libido, as it supports a healthy heart and circulatory system, which is vital for healthy bedroom performance. Without proper blood circulation, it can be difficult to obtain and hold an erection, maintain arousal, ...click here to read more

Women are prone to osteoporosis more so than men, especially over the age of 50. Researchers suggest that to prevent bone fractures in older women, they should undergo bone scans. Osteoporosis causes bones to become weaker, which increases the risk of fractures. Bone fractures in older age can contribute to loss of independence along with ...click here to read more

A new study published in the International Journal of Biometeorology has found that cold temperatures increase the likelihood of stroke mortality in elderly women. The study was performed with support from the São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP), researchers at the University of São Paulo (USP), and the Catholic University of Santos (Unisantos). The researchers used ...click here to read more

The risk of osteoporosis is highest among women over the age of 50 and those who’re post-menopausal. Early detection of osteoporosis is vital so that treatment can be administered to reduce the risk of breaks and fractures. A new study suggests that women 65 and older should also be getting screened for osteoporosis. The U.S. ...click here to read more

There is good cholesterol and bad cholesterol. This is something that we’re taught from early on in our adult lives as a way of lowering our risk for cardiovascular disease later in life. Traditionally, HDL cholesterol is considered one of these “good” cholesterols. HDL is actually a group of cholesterol that can vary in size ...click here to read more

What Is Postmenopausal Osteoporosis? Postmenopausal osteoporosis is a progressive deteriorative condition that affects women who have gone through menopause. Osteoporosis causes the weakening of the bones, resulting in thin and brittle bones that are more susceptible to fractures and breaking. In women who are postmenopausal, osteoporosis is most commonly caused by a lack of estrogen. ...click here to read more