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What Is Trauma-Informed Rest?

By Ashley Neese
In her new book, Permission to Rest, Ashley Neese talks about why rest is a radical — and necessary — practice, as well as how those of us with trauma might approach rest differently.
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Mental Health and Hormonal Birth Control: Katie Lemon’s Story

By Katie Lemon
A woman experiencing adverse side effects from hormonal birth control finds relief when she pursues another option.
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Your Fit and Functional Pelvic Floor

By Lauren Bedosky
Pelvic-floor health is an important, yet often overlooked, component of overall well-being. Discover how to keep this group of muscles strong and healthy.
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A Functional-Medicine Approach to Endometriosis

By Mo Perry
How to address this painful condition with diet and lifestyle interventions.
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Why Is the Maternal Mortality Rate in the United States So High?

By Kaelyn Riley
Learn why giving birth in the United States is more dangerous today than it was three decades ago.
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The Stages of Menopause + How to Support Your Body

With Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT
Season 7, Episode 5   September 19, 2023

Menopause is a normal physiological process that affects every woman at some point in their life, yet it’s only as of late that it’s being discussed more openly. Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT, discusses what happens to our bodies during menopause and its various stages, the symptoms one can expect and why they occur, and the lifestyle habits and behaviors we can implement to support our bodies during this transitional time.

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How to Keep Your Brain Healthy as You Age

With Edward Park, PhD
Season 7, Episode 3   September 5, 2023

Our brains age just like the rest of our bodies, and just like it’s important to care for our bodies so we can move functionally well for as long as possible, it’s also essential to do everything we can to maintain and support healthy brain function as the years pass by. With the current absence of effective treatment options for most neurological diseases, prevention really is the best treatment for them, and it’s never too early — or too late — to start. Edward Park, PhD, explains what to know about normal and abnormal brain aging, as well as the lifestyle strategies we have control over to support our brain health and help reduce the risk of decline and disease.

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Can I Plan Around the Phases of My Menstrual Cycle to Boost Athletic Performance?

By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Learn how to use cycle syncing to get the most from your fitness routine.
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What Are the Most Common Signs of Menopause?

By Courtney Helgoe
We explore the six most common symptoms of menopause and offer expert strategies to minimize their impacts.
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What Can I Do to Make Perimenopause and Menopause Easier?

By Courtney Helgoe
It comes down to the basics: regular exercise, good sleep routines, and gut-supporting nutrition.
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What Is Menopause?

By Courtney Helgoe
It's a natural part of a woman's life, not a disease, says our expert. Here's what to know.
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What Is Perimenopause?

By Courtney Helgoe
Many of the worst symptoms we associate with menopause actually occur during perimenopause.
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Making Peace With Menopause

By Courtney Helgoe
This stage of life is often shrouded in mystery. But it doesn’t have to be.
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10 Rules for Aging Well

With Frank Lipman, MD
Season 5, Episode 17   August 26, 2022

Every second of every day, all of us are aging, and yet we often wait to address — or altogether avoid — age-related concerns about our health until we reach a certain point in our years or our capabilities begin to diminish. Frank Lipman, MD, shares 10 essential factors he’s outlined for aging well, emphasizing that it’s never too late — or too early — to start embracing them, and that it’s not as difficult as you might think.

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It’s Not All in Your Head: A Q&A With Author Sarah Ramey

By Julie Dulude
A candid conversation about chronic illness based on one woman’s personal experience of seeking a diagnosis and treatment.
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Why Black Women Need Self-Care

By Oludara Adeeyo
Radical self-care practices are critical for healing ourselves and our communities, especially when it comes to Black women. Psychotherapist and social worker Oludara Adeeyo, the author of the new book Self-Care for Black Women, explains why — and offers a grounding exercise you can try today.
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Why Do Some Women Gain Weight on the Keto Diet?

By Sara Gottfried, MD
In her new book, Women, Food, and Hormones, Sara Gottfried, MD, discusses the keto paradox and why a traditional keto diet tends to work better in men than in women.
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Complete the Stress Cycle

By Emily Nagoski, PhD
Human Giver Syndrome makes women uniquely vulnerable to stress-related illnesses and burnout. Renowned health educator Emily Nagoski, PhD, offers strategies we can all use to relieve the tension.
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How Do I Pick a Prenatal Vitamin?

By Callie Fredrickson
Learn about the importance of this supplement before, during, and after pregnancy, as well as how to select a quality one that delivers optimal supportive nutrients.
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What Is a Healthy Menstrual Cycle?

By Aviva Romm, MD
The menstrual cycle holds many clues to a woman’s overall health. Here’s how to identify what’s normal for you — and when to seek help.
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The Emotional Impact of Miscarriage

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC
Coping with the loss of a pregnancy can take a toll on both a person and a relationship. Here's why — and what to do about it.
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