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Weight gain during the pandemic is increasing the incidence of PCOS in women
Doctors and experts believe that an unhealthy lifestyle, triggered largely by the pandemic, is the …
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A 12-year old girl was diagnosed with hormonal imbalances — in reality, she had a 3-pound tumor on her ovary
The young patient saw a doctor for worsening abdominal pain, and because her period had abruptly st…
Andrea Michelson
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5 vitamins that fight PCOS symptoms like weight gain, according to a dietician and reproductive hormone expert
These supplements can help PCOS in two ways: reducing male sex hormones and improving your blood su…
Carla Delgado,Lauren Demosthenes
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5 vitamins that fight PCOS symptoms like weight gain, according to a dietician and reproductive hormone expert
These supplements can help PCOS in two ways: reducing male sex hormones and improving your blood su…
Carla Delgado,Lauren Demosthenes
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How to treat hormonal acne caused by PCOS, according to a women’s health expert and a derm
PCOS can cause acne in places where women don't usually get it — like the jaw, back, chest, and upp…
Madeline Kennedy,Lauren Demosthenes
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The symptoms of PCOS, a hormonal condition that causes weight gain and acne
PCOS can go undiagnosed in as many as 75% of cases, but some telltale signs are irregular periods, …
Madeline Kennedy,Lauren Demosthenes
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The difference between serotonin and dopamine and how the mood-regulating hormones affect your health
Serotonin and dopamine are two neurotransmitters that work in tandem to boost mood and regulate bod…
Erin Heger
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4 common causes of night sweats and when to be concerned
Night sweats are often caused by hormonal fluctuations or medication side effects. Here are the mos…
Kelly Burch
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Rio Pads try to represent hormonal ups and downs that women with PCOS experience through Raagas
So this PCOS Awareness Month, RIO Pads urges everyone to educate themselves and start talking about…
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Earwax could be a cheap way to diagnose depression because it can harbor high concentrations of the stress hormone cortisol, scientists say
Collecting earwax may be a painless and effective way to measure cortisol, and in turn, risk for st…
Anna Medaris Miller
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This is what happens to a woman's body when she's raising kids, working, and trying to have it all, according to a hormone doctor who warns it's easy to miss the signs of impending burnout
This elaborate "stress response," with multiple internal alarms going off, typically occurs regular…
Dr. Nisha Jackson, Contributor
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Perimenopause symptoms turned me into a 'zombie' at 36. I'm angry I was robbed of precious time with my family.
A tech founder shares her journey through perimenopause, highlighting how the symptoms impacted her…
Robin Madell
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Drop in sperm count can be strongly linked to obesity in men, finds Chinese study
This research highlights the importance of maintaining a healthy weight to potentially prevent decl…
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I was so stressed at work that I stopped getting my period. I knew I had to change my work habits.
A lawyer struggled to detach from work and often felt stressed out. Her life improved when she kept…
Allison Snyder
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Feeling fatigued? 10 signs your body is craving protein
Protein is an essential macronutrient that plays a crucial role in numerous bodily functions, inclu…
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5 supplements for PCOS an ObGyn recommends to her patients
An ObGyn shares 5 supplements she recommends to her patients to ease the symptoms related to PCOS, …
Serafina Kenny
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I'm the first plus-sized woman to compete at Miss Universe and I made the top 20. My story is changing society's standards.
Jane Garrett made history at Miss Universe. She also discussed her mental health struggles, and hop…
Anneta Konstantinides
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A woman with PCOS broke the Guinness World Record for longest female beard
Erin Honeycutt spent years shaving and waxing her PCOS-induced facial hair until her wife encourage…
Katie Balevic
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A young woman was diagnosed with a rare type of cancer and told she had a year left to live. She found a doctor who would take on a risky surgery to save her life.
Raquel Doke, 28, was diagnosed with a rare adrenal cancer that's tricky to remove. She went from st…
Andrea Michelson
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Why people with PCOS tend to gain more weight around their belly than anywhere else
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) triggers hormonal imbalances that can affect insulin control and l…