Women’s Health Doctors Increased Feel Scrutiny By Katie Kindelan Dr. Caitlin Bernard, an obstetrician-gynecologist in Indiana, has spoken publicly about the negative repercussions she’s faced for providing abortion care to a 10-year-old girl after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, giving states the power to regulate abortion. “It’s very fulfilling to serve people who need urgent medical help and to answer calls by…
Judy Chu weighs in on Women’s Health Protection Act By: ABC NEWS In the month since Roe v. Wade was overturned by the Supreme Court, at least 15 states have ceased nearly all abortion services. California Congresswoman Judy Chu is the lead sponsor of the Women’s Health Protection Act. Along with the Freedom to Travel for Health Care Act, these…
Potassium-Rich Foods Boost Women’s Heart Health Written by Katharine Lang on July 25, 2022 — Fact checked by Ferdinand Lali, Ph.D. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. Diets high in sodium increase a person’s risk of high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease. With the widespread consumption of processed foods, many people find it hard to limit their…
Here’s What Does—and Doesn’t—Cause Miscarriage Can stress cause a miscarriage? What about sex, exercise, or certain foods? We spoke with experts to break down common myths about the causes of pregnancy loss. By Lauren Gelman About 15% to 20% of known pregnancies end in miscarriage, according to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). But it might be reassuring…
7 Ways to Make Hip Thrusts Even More Effective Hint: Think about your feet. By Tiffany Ayuda, C.P.T. Reviewed by Christa Sgobba, C.P.T. Whether you’re using dumbbells, a barbell, or just your bodyweight, the hip thrust is one of the best exercises you can do to build stronger, more powerful glutes. That’s because the hip thrust is really, really good at…
How a Carotenoid Diet May Boost Women’s Health Written by Annie Lennon on July 25, 2022 — Fact checked by Patricia Weiser, PharmD Researchers reviewed studies investigating the effects of carotenoids on women’s health outcomes. They found that higher carotenoid intake may reduce the risk of developing multiple health conditions. They concluded that given the high probability to help and low probability of harm, approaches targeting…
How To Do An Elimination Diet, According To Doctors It might just be the answer to all those tummy troubles. By Laura Newcomer, Elizabeth Bacharach, and Andi Breitowich Food is fuel and you need balanced nutrients to stay healthy and active, but sometimes your body doesn’t love everything you eat. Here’s the tricky part: Which food is the culprit? Luckily,…
Executive Order on Abortion Rights By Donald Judd and Kate Sullivan, CNN Washington CNN — President Joe Biden on Wednesday signed an executive order to help ensure access to abortion in light of the Supreme Court’s decision earlier this summer to eliminate the constitutional right to the procedure. The President said the order helps women travel out of state to receive abortions, ensures health…
Why Emotional Eating Is Totally Normal, According to a Dietitian It’s okay to eat your feelings sometimes. By Christine Byrne, MPH, RD To say that the term “emotional eating” has a bad rap is an understatement. Diet culture has long gone out of its way to convince us that food is the absolute last thing we should turn to in times of…
Here’s How to Stay Cool and Safe When a Heat Wave Hits Heat-related illness can be deadly—and anyone can be affected. By Korin Miller We’re in the thick, sweltering stickiness of summer and extreme heat has blanketed many parts of the country. You’ve likely felt unbearably sweaty, tired, or cranky (or a lovely combination of the three) at some point in the last…
