Why Women Hate the Pill What birth control teaches us about the failure—and future—of women’s health care The Walrus · Dec 6, 2023
How physical health is influenced by oral health Oral health is a strong indicator of various physical health issues, including those that are specific to women. PCOS, menstrual cycle, pregnancy hormones and many un-noticed problems have an impact on oral health in the form of important signs. Moreover, improper oral health can impact one’s physical health, mentioned are… The Times of India · Nov 26, 2023
Hunger hormones impact decision-making brain area to drive behaviour: Study According to a recent study by UCL (University College London) researchers, a hunger hormone produced in the gut can directly influence a decision-making area of the brain. Dynamite News · Nov 20, 2023
Hunger hormones impact decision-making part of the brain, study shows The study is the first to show how hunger hormones can directly impact activity of the brain’s hippocampus. The Independent UK · Nov 16, 2023
Pollution Threatens Endangered Turtles With Imbalanced Sex Ratio, Warns Study Heavy metals mimic female sex hormones, increasing the risk of extinction for green sea turtles. Zenger · Nov 13, 2023
Taking Birth Control May Make Teen Girls More Impulsive Behavioral neuroscientists say it’s important to understand the pill’s effects on the developing brain. Zenger · Nov 13, 2023
Birth Control Pills May Influence Brain Areas Involved in Fear Regulation A new study finds that hormonal contraceptive pills may affect parts of the brain that deal with fear. Inverse · Nov 8, 2023
Why you should never exercise on an empty stomach Leading exercise physiologist and nutritional scientist Dr Stacy Sims explains why you should never exercise on an empty stomach Woman & Home · Nov 2, 2023
Unborn Baby’s Surprising Role: Saving Mother’s Life From Brain Tumor Woman diagnosed during pregnancy credits hormones for tumor detection, undergoes surgery and treatment. Zenger · Nov 1, 2023
Everything from our sleep to our hormones relies on the dark. So why are we so intent on destroying it? Humans have always feared the night – and now we are wiping it out, one streetlight at a time. That’s terrible news for our bodies and minds – and the rest of nature The Guardian - UK · Oct 31, 2023
Less snacking, more satisfaction: Some foods boost levels of an Ozempic-like hormone Popular weight-loss drugs mimic GLP-1, a hormone the body makes naturally after eating. Turns out some foods trigger GLP-1 better than others, making us feel full and eat less. WEKU · Oct 30, 2023
Caster Semenya: ‘How would I label myself? I’m an African. I’m a woman. I’m a different woman’ She’s the Olympic gold-winner whose elevated testosterone levels led people to question her right to compete. With a few choice words for World Athletics, the middle-distance runner talks about labels, leaked medical records and how lowering her hormones took its toll on her body The Guardian - UK · Oct 28, 2023
A Novel Study Suggests The Menstrual Cycle Might Literally Change The Brain Researchers found that levels of certain hormones matched changes in the brain’s white and gray matter. Inverse · Oct 23, 2023
Judge in Missouri transgender care lawsuit agrees to step aside but decries 'gamesmanship' A judge has agreed to step aside in a lawsuit challenging a new Missouri law restricting gender-affirming health care for minors, despite what he called “gamesmanship” from the plaintiffs’ lawyers who sought a new judge The Independent UK · Oct 20, 2023
The Conversation · Oct 15, 2023 How climate change-induced stress is altering fish hormones — with huge repercussions for reproduction In 1981, scientists discovered that female fish exposed to high temperatures developed testes instead of ovaries. Since then, over 1,100 studies on different animal species, including 400 on freshwater fish, have found similar results.
Zenger · Oct 8, 2023 Uncovering The Hidden Causes Of Weight Gain As We Age Muscle loss, chronic stress, and hormonal imbalances contribute to weight gain in older populations
Marie Claire · Oct 6, 2023 This is how to thrive, rather than survive, during menopause, according to world-renowned experts In celebration of Menopause Awareness Month, meet our experts.
The Independent UK · Oct 5, 2023 Hormone changes could explain ‘baby brain’ Research on mice found that while some hormonal changes lasted for a month after birth, some were permanent.
The Times of India · Sep 25, 2023 Can you feel 'drunk happy' by doing this exercise? Ever heard of the term runner's high? It is an intense feeling of happiness and relaxation at the same time after an intense session of aerobic exercise, mostly running. It is commonly attributed to the release of endorphins, which are endogenous opioids produced by the brain and pituitary gland. These…
The Times of India · Sep 20, 2023 Midlife Blues: Differentiating Between Menopausal Symptoms and Depression Midlife is a period of significant change for many women, marked by physical, emotional, and hormonal transitions. It's not uncommon for women in their 40s and 50s to experience mood swings, irritability, and feelings of sadness during this time. Many women going through this phase and feeling are told that…
The Times of India · Sep 19, 2023 6 simple yoga asanas that can help relax your mind Yoga is a stress relieving tool for people working in the corporate sector. The best part about yoga is that you can practice and live a stress-free life without any prior practice experience. It boosts your mood and uplifts your happy hormones which eventually bring peace of mind, calmness in…
The Times of India · Sep 18, 2023 Balancing Hormones with Yoga: 5 poses to support the endocrine system Stress and its related disorders, such as anxiety and depression, are common culprits behind hormone imbalances in individuals. Yoga, with its proven ability to significantly reduce stress, offers a practical approach to restoring hormonal balance. Yoga guides our attention to our breath, fostering mindfulness and an inward journey. This inner…
The Independent UK · Sep 18, 2023 Children need love and hope to grow, says human development expert Professor Barry Bogin said that living without hope can cause toxic emotional stress, which can block hormones needed for growth and height.
The Times of India · Sep 17, 2023 How to prevent nausea or ‘morning sickness’ during pregnancy? Morning sickness, also known as nausea and vomiting during pregnancy (NVP), is a common and often uncomfortable symptom experienced by many pregnant individuals during the early stages of pregnancy. Morning sickness tends to be more severe in pregnancies with multiples (e.g., twins or triplets) due to higher hormone levels. Several…
The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2023 Missouri clinics halt transgender care for minors in wake of new state law At least two Missouri health care centers have stopped prescribing puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones to minors for purposes of gender transition, citing a new state law that gives former patients broad leeway to sue