Any time a woman discovers a lump in her breast, she should always consult her doctor for a definitive diagnosis. Caffeine works as a stimulant, and while it does not necessarily cause lumps to appear, it can affect a woman's hormone levels. When...
Spousal abuse, often referred to as domestic violence or intimate partner violence, often results in several detrimental psychological effects for the victim. From 8 to 22 percent of women will likely be the victims of domestic physical violence,...
Exercise is beneficial for cardiovascular health, for building muscle strength, and for losing weight and maintaining proper weight. Exercise also has benefits for the skeletal system, such as building bone density and decreasing the risk of...
Plan B (also known as the "morning-after pill") is a form of contraception that can prevent pregnancy if taken soon after unprotected intercourse. It is a good option for those who did not use birth control or had a failure of their birth control...
The cardiovascular system includes the heart, blood, veins and arteries. According to the American Medical Women's Association, the cardiovascular system provides the body with oxygenated blood and transports nutrients to the cells. Exercise...
Hypothyroidism (low functioning thyroid) affects approximately 11 million Americans, so states the American Medical Women's Association. Women are 10 times more likely than men to suffer from this disorder. Left untreated, hypothyroidism can not...
Low carb dieting is becoming a thing of the past. Losing weight with a high carb and high protein diet is not only possible but easy to accomplish. According to a 2006 study by the Journal of American Medical Association, women who ate a high carb...
Finding a doctor with whom you can feel comfortable is especially important for women seeking a midwife or gynecologist. Women often have high expectations for their obstetrician and gynecologist, also called an OB-GYN. Many women prefer a female...
Hot flashes commonly occur in women in the midst of menopause caused either naturally or through surgery. This sudden onset of flushed skin, rapid heart rate, sweating and other symptoms actually result from hormonal fluctuations that cause the...
The obesity rate in the United States from 2007 to 2008 was 33.8 percent, according to the Journal of the American Medical Association. Women were at slightly higher risk than men, with a rate of 35.5 percent compared to 32.2 percent. It's this...
Before women experience menopause, fat settles around the hips, buttocks and thighs. Hormonal changes after menopause redistribute fat from these areas to your abdomen, explains the Mayo Clinic. The upside is that fat in the lower region of your...
Losing weight at 40 can be more challenging than losing it earlier in life because your metabolism has slowed down a bit. You also might have more responsibilities to take up your time, making it more difficult to cook healthy meals and block out...
Menopausal women may experience a variety of symptoms that can range from debilitating to barely noticeable. For years physicians prescribed estrogen or a combination of estrogen and progesterone as a matter of course for their menopausal...
Think of extra weight like a bank account in which you've made significant deposits for months, even years, without spending a dime. Eventually, the account grows to a sizable fortune. Similarly, when you consume more energy than you burn, you end...
Fear of sweating in front of the opposite sex is no excuse to skip the gym as there are several gym chains and programs designed exclusively for women. Women need exercise, too; a study published in the "Journal of the American Medical...
According to an article in the "Journal of the American Medical Association" the prevalence of obesity among women is 35.5 percent but the rate of increase seems to be slowing. Determining your perfect weight can be a challenge since women are all...
Isoflavones are predominantly found in soy and soy products, foods that have been consumed safely for thousands of years in countries around the world. These compounds act like the hormone estrogen in the body; this raises questions as to whether...
Mammograms are a type of breast cancer screening test using low doses of radiation. These tests are important for detecting changes in breast tissue that may signal cancer, although there are some risks and disadvantages to the procedure. A woman...
Effexor (generic name: venlafaxine) is a serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) approved by the FDA for treatment of depression and generalized anxiety disorder. The drug label from manufacturer Wyeth Pharmaceuticals contains...
The Keto Diet, or Ketogenic Diet, can be undertaken by both men and women. This diet relies on a high intake of protein and fat such as meat, seafood, olive oil, eggs and small amounts of vegetables. Women can experience a number of health...
Research suggests that folic acid plays some role in helping to regulate blood pressure. Folic acid is the water-soluble, synthetic version of vitamin B-9. Like all B vitamins, folic acid helps your body turn food into energy. It also helps create...
In the United States, approximately 7 percent of the nearly 18 million people who have coronary heart disease are women, according to 2010 statistics provided by the American Heart Association. Coronary heart disease or coronary artery disease...
Low-fat diets are not the miracle cure-all that they were once believed to be, notes Harvard School of Public Health. While the benefits might not be as big as once thought, you can still benefit from reducing the amount of fat in your diet. This...
High-fructose corn syrup, or HCFS, is a common ingredient found in many processed foods, including soda, fruit juice, ketchup, baking mixes and cereals. According to the Mayo Clinic, high-fructose corn syrup is so prevalent because it extends the...
Breast cancer will be diagnosed in 200,000 women annually in the United States or 1 in 8 women in their lifetime. Of those, 20% will die, ranking second only to lung cancer among women’s cancer deaths. Increased risk factors include the...
Your body needs the essential amino acids that make up protein to support your immune system, cellular development, muscle mass and skin. Proteins are vital in regulating your body's organs, tissues and cells. Your body needs dietary protein each...
Fish oil is a rich source of the omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA. These essential fats protect your heart in a number of ways. Fish oil can lower your triglycerides and may help increase the elasticity of your blood vessels, lower your blood...
Soda is the most frequently consumed soft drink in the United States, with its availability exceeding that of milk, according to the North Carolina School Nutrition Action Committee. Consumption of this carbonated soft drink has gone up an...