RARE PHOTOS: 17 | Vintage Vibes

Five doctors on the supplements they swear by, from Vitamin D to lion’s mane

Which vitamins does a GP specialising in hormones take to help her mood? And what does a medic reach for when someone they live with has a cold?

The Guardian - UK · Jul 13, 2024

PCOS: Preventive measures to handle this challenging health condition

PCOS is a common disorder that can affect teenagers and young women. About 5 to 8 percent of all women have PCOS. The cause of PCOS is not completely understood. It is believed that abnormal levels of the pituitary hormone LH (luteinizing hormone) and high levels of male hormones (testosterone)…

The Times of India · Jul 7, 2024

‘The teachers would refer to boys, girls – and you’: trans philosopher Paul B Preciado on reinventing Orlando

He was mentored by Jacques Derrida, and his memoir about taking hormones broke new ground. Now, Preciado’s radical cinematic riff on Virginia Woolf’s novel explores a life spent defying the gender binary

The Guardian - UK · Jul 3, 2024

Do hormonal contraceptives increase depression risk? A neuroscientist explains how they affect your mood, for better or worse

More than 85% of women – and more than 300 million people worldwide at any given time – use hormonal contraceptives for at least five years of their life. Although primarily taken for birth control, many people also use hormonal contraceptives to manage a variety of symptoms related to menstruation,…

The Conversation · Jun 24, 2024

Women with epilepsy face a rollercoaster of hormones and seizures. But we’re treating them like men

About 50 million people globally have epilepsy. Half of these are women.

The Conversation · Jun 13, 2024

Judge limits Florida anti-trans law

The law has prevented minors in the state from receiving puberty blockers and hormones recommended by doctors

Salon · Jun 11, 2024

India vs Pakistan: Temper euphoria of win with caution

Defeats hurt, but they are like well-wishers we must embrace. Reverses lead to introspection, changes and improvements. But victories can be red herrings. The happy hormones they release can make us draw the wrong conclusion, preventing an honest assessment of our real strengths and weaknesses.

The Times of India · Jun 11, 2024

What causes bloating? Experts reveal 8 common triggers and how to stop it quickly

Up to 75% of women experience bloating every month for various reasons. Here, the experts reveal what causes bloating - and what you can do about it

Woman & Home · Jun 9, 2024

Menopause treatments can help with hot flashes and other symptoms – but many people aren’t aware of the latest advances

Menopause used to be a taboo topic in many quarters. Now, it’s frequently in the news.

The Conversation · Jun 7, 2024

Thyroid problems? Dos and Don'ts for a smoother journey

The small butterfly-shaped thyroid gland at the base of the neck produces vital hormones that regulates metabolism and controls our growth and development. It regulates many body functions by releasing a certain amount of thyroid hormones into the bloodstream. The common thyroid problems include hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid leading to…

The Times of India · Jun 4, 2024