Women’s Health

Prenatal Multivitamins May Reduce Autism Risk

By Jessica Waller, Contributing Writer

It’s long been known that maternal diet can influence pregnancy outcomes, and the effects of nutritional supplementation during pregnancy can have far-reaching benefits. A recent population-based observational study by an international team of American, Swedish and British researchers suggests that prenatal vitamin use (with and without folic acid) reduces risk of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children.

Why Probiotics Should Be Part of Pregnancy Care

By Belinda Reynolds, Contributing Writer

In recent years, microbiome researchers have uncovered a wealth of new information about how beneficial microbes promote fertility, pregnancy, and postnatal child health, all of which suggests that probiotics should become a routine part of prenatal healthcare.

Insulin Index Helps Women Get a Grip on PCOS, Weight Loss

By Kristen Schepker, Assistant Editor

For women suffering from insulin resistance, a novel food classification tool may offer relief from painful and worrisome symptoms.

Link Between HPV Vaccines & Ovarian Failure Raises Concern

By Jessica Best, Contributing Writer

The vaccine against Human Papillomavirus (HPV) may possibly be associated with ovarian dysfunction and the rare condition of premature ovarian failure (POF), according to a statement released earlier this year by the American College of Pediatricians.

Blueprint for Lifelong Health Is Drawn During Gestation

By Trisha Nakano, MS, MA, Contributing Writer

The blueprint of an infant’s future health can be found in her mother’s health status during pregnancy.

Postpartum Depression: When a “Bundle of Joy” Brings Bushels of Despair

By Madiha Saeed, MD, Contributing Writer

For about 1.3 million new mothers, the long-anticipated bundle of joy is also accompanied by a bushel of sadness and woe. Postpartum depression (PPD) is the most common complication of childbirth but unfortunately, only five percent of physicians screen for it. With her new documentary film, Dark Side of the Full Moon, Dr. Shoshana Bennett sheds healing light on the shadow side of the motherhood dream.

NSAIDs Implicated in Female Infertility

By Sara McNulty, MS, Contributing Writer

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs trigger temporary but reversible reductions in female fertility. Women wishing to conceive but having difficulty should avoid taking these ubiquitous medications.

Oral Contraceptives May Triple Risk of Crohn’s Disease

By Madiha Saeed, MD | Contributing Writer

Women may be three times more likely to develop Crohn’s disease if they have used oral contraceptive pills for five years or more, according to data from a Harvard University study.

Eating Disorders May Signal Autoimmune Conditions

By Lindsey Davis | Contributing Writer

People being treated for eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating appear to be at increased risk for autoimmune disorders including chronic gasteroenterological, ocular, dermatological, connective tissue, neurological, and hematological autoimmune conditions, according to a new study from Helsinki University.

Metabolic Syndrome Raises Endometrial Cancer Risk

By Kristen Schepker, Assistant Editor

Older women with metabolic syndrome may be at increased risk for developing endometrial cancer, according to new research from the National Cancer Institute.

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Women’s Health

Prenatal Multivitamins May Reduce Autism Risk

Why Probiotics Should Be Part of Pregnancy Care

Insulin Index Helps Women Get a Grip on PCOS, Weight Loss

Link Between HPV Vaccines & Ovarian Failure Raises Concern

Blueprint for Lifelong Health Is Drawn During Gestation

Postpartum Depression: When a “Bundle of Joy” Brings Bushels of Despair

NSAIDs Implicated in Female Infertility

Oral Contraceptives May Triple Risk of Crohn’s Disease

Eating Disorders May Signal Autoimmune Conditions

Metabolic Syndrome Raises Endometrial Cancer Risk

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