Category: Women’s health

Emphasis on healthy protein may help delay natural menopause

A diet rich in fish and legumes may help to delay the natural menopause, while high dietary intake of refined carbs, such as pasta and rice, may instead help to hasten it.

8 May, 2018

Hot tub has multiple benefits for overweight women

This simple type of heat therapy could help reduce inflammation, improve insulin resistance and lessen effects of polycystic ovary syndrome in overweight women.

26 April, 2018

Acupressure self-care relieves painful periods

A simple app, which provides visual guidance on effective acupuncture points, could help ease the pain of menstrual cramps and help give women a sense of control.

5 April, 2018

PCOS link to gut bacteria revealed

Women who have polycystic ovary syndrome tend to have less diverse gut bacteria than women who do not have the condition; is a new treatment on the horizon?

7 February, 2018

Rosehip supplement fights off post-partum UTIs

Researchers in Iran have discovered that a supplement of rosehip powder is an effective way to reduce the rate of urinary tract infections after caesarean surgery.

30 October, 2017

Breast cancer linked to bacterial imbalance

A new study shows that healthy breast tissue contains more of a ‘good’ bacteria called Methylobacterium, suggesting treatments such as probiotics could be a future prevention strategy.

12 October, 2017

Acupuncture – effective relief for painful periods

Traditional acupuncture can produce long-term reductions in the intensity, duration and symptoms of period pain, as well as significant improvements in quality of life.

2 August, 2017

Fermented red clover eases menopausal symptoms

Researchers say that fermenting the herbal remedy first increases its bioavailability and its effectiveness at relieving hot flushes. It may also have a role to play in preserving bones.

24 July, 2017