From posting an unfiltered Reel on Instagram to 86'ing processed foods, there are endless ways in which going au naturel is considered applause-worthy. But when it comes to getting pregnant, it's not always possible to go the old fashioned route. Just ask the 15.4 percent of women and 12.8 percent of men in the US who have had some sort of fertility problem, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The Pressure to Boost Your Fertility and Conceive "Naturally" Is BS — Here's Why

You’ve been told you have high blood pressure. You may have tried to lower it by reducing the salt in your diet and exercising. This has helped, but your readings are still too high, and your doctor has prescribed a medication. Your blood pressure now looks good, but the medication is making you feel lightheaded.

High Blood Pressure Medication Side Effects: What You Should Know

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Women with severe endometriosis are 10 times more likely to get ovarian cancer, while people with endometriosis of any severity are four times as likely, a study suggests. But patients shouldn't panic.

Endometriosis may quadruple risk of ovarian cancer, study finds

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A new study suggests that the drug rapamycin may delay ovarian aging, extending fertility and delaying the onset of menopause by as much as five years.

Common drug could extend women's fertility by as much as 5 years

Hormonal imbalance in women can manifest in various ways, from irregular menstrual cycles to unexpected mood swings. Recognizing the signs early paves the way for timely interventions restoring equilibrium. As the nexus between lifestyle, diet, and hormonal health grows clearer, more women seek strategies aligning with their bodies’ natural rhythms. In this article, readers will uncover the symptoms of hormonal imbalance and the spectrum of available treatments, including simple yet powerful lifestyle and dietary adjustments.

Hormonal Imbalance: Symptoms and Treatment Options for Women

Menopause—it’s a phase of life often misunderstood. Typically occurring between 45 and 55 years old, it happens when your ovaries naturally decrease their production of hormones like estrogen and progesterone. Though completely natural, this hormonal shift often triggers a slew of unpleasant symptoms. These can include hot flashes, sleep disturbances, vaginal dryness, mood swings, weight gain, low libido, and memory or concentration issues. Yikes!

How to Reduce Symptoms of Menopause: Gynecologist’s Tips

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It’s also shaped like a butterfly (if you squint).

This Small Organ Is Very Important, But You Might Not Know Much About It

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This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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Balancing your hormones and maintaining a normal bedroom routine are just small steps you can take to get more rest

How to Get Better Sleep During Menopause: Experts Share Issues That Keep You Up and Ways to Combat Them

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More babies are being born with severe birth defects. Scientists believe this increase may be due to fetal fentanyl syndrome.

‘Fetal fentanyl syndrome’: How fentanyl exposure is stunting babies’ development

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Your eyes sealed shut with a crusty residue is not exactly how you want to start your morning. However, this is a common occurrence when you have a pink eye infection, or conjunctivitis. The infection impacts millions of adults and children each year. “Pink eye is inflammation of the conjunctiva,...

A common, contagious infection that may require treatment

Doctors suggest these affordable over-the-counter medications and natural treatments

Considering Hormone Replacement Therapy to Help With Perimenopause & Menopause Symptoms? Doctors Explain Common HRT Side Effects and Potential Remedies

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The biggest benefit when you declutter your home is you will be more organized, efficient, and productive and this will free up time for you to spend doing the things you love!

Big Benefits When You Declutter Your Home & Life

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

The risk for sudden unexpected infant death rose as maternal obesity severity increased. Specific mechanisms behind the associations have not been identified. Maternal obesity may be linked to increased risk for sudden unexpected infant death, results from a cohort study in JAMA Pediatrics suggest. The findings reveled a dose-dependent relationship...

Maternal obesity increases the risk for unexpected sudden infant death

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) has issued a health alert to clinicians statewide following reports of severe acute illnesses and adverse effects of consuming Diamond Shruumz™ brand chocolate bars, cones, and gummies. The warning comes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) received reports of serious health issues linked to these mushroom-containing edible products.

Tennessee Health Alert: Severe Illnesses Linked to Diamond Shruumz™ Products

Ketotic hypoglycemia refers to low blood sugar levels with high levels of ketones. It commonly occurs in toddlers, often when they have not eaten over a long period of time or when they are ill. Ketosis and hypoglycemia describe conditions that affect energy use and blood sugar levels. Ketosis happens...

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8 ways to boost your chances of conceiving

Many women struggle to become pregnant. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 17.5% of the adult population experience infertility. This is generally classified as being...

8 ways to boost your chances of conceiving

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