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Naomi Watts Discusses Menopause and Relationship with Billy Crudup

Naomi Watts Discusses Menopause and Relationship with Billy Crudup

Naomi Watts Discusses Menopause and Relationship with Billy Crudup
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Creatine Supplementation for Postmenopausal Women: Benefits for Walking Performance, Not Bone Density or Muscle Strength Alone

Creatine Supplementation for Postmenopausal Women: Benefits for Walking Performance, Not Bone Density or Muscle Strength Alone

Creatine Supplementation for Postmenopausal Women: Benefits for Walking Performance, Not Bone Density or Muscle Strength Alone
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New Research Reveals Menopause as Abrupt, Body-Wide Physiological Shift, Not Gradual Aging

New Research Reveals Menopause as Abrupt, Body-Wide Physiological Shift, Not Gradual Aging

A new study published in Nature Medicine, led by researchers from the Weizmann Institute of Science, challenges the long-held belief that menopause is a gradual aging process. Analyzing over 300 million laboratory test results from more than 1 million women in the United States and Israel, the study found that menopause is marked by a sudden, 'cliff-like' physiological transition across numerous bodily systems. These abrupt changes were observed in 52 out of 90 laboratory tests, affecting areas such as bone health, liver and kidney function, blood chemistry, and blood fats. The research indicates that these shifts are inherent to female individuals, as comparable changes were not seen in men of similar ages. The study also revealed that accelerated changes in ovarian hormones, such as anti-Müllerian hormone and estradiol decline, and follicle-stimulating hormone increase, begin more than a decade before the final menstrual period, earlier than previously understood. Menopausal hormone therapy was associate...
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Menopause Market Sees Commercialization Outpace Evidence-Based Care in the U.S.

Menopause Market Sees Commercialization Outpace Evidence-Based Care in the U.S.

The U.S. menopause market is experiencing a significant surge in commercialization, with product-led marketing increasingly outpacing evidence-based medical guidance. A JAMA Network Open study, analyzing two decades of Google Trends data, revealed that commercial searches for menopause-related products rose from one in five in 2010 to one in three by 2025. The study, led by Dr. Francesca Farina of the University of Chicago, found that 'black cohosh,' a supplement with weak evidence for treating hot flashes, was the most-searched commercial term. This trend indicates a growing gap between consumer interest in commercial solutions and the scientific evidence supporting their efficacy. Physicians and medical organizations, including the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), have expressed concerns about the rise of direct-to-consumer menopause services and the potential for commercial bias in the information women receive. The ACOG has even published a consumer guide to help women identi...
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Earlier Menopause Linked to Faster Biological Aging in Women, Study Finds

Earlier Menopause Linked to Faster Biological Aging in Women, Study Finds

A new study led by researchers from the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore (NUS Medicine), has found a significant association between earlier menopause and accelerated biological aging in women. The study, published in 'Mechanisms of Ageing and Development,' is a meta-analysis that synthesized evidence from 29 previously published studies involving 550,550 women. Researchers utilized DNA methylation (DNAm) clocks, which analyze chemical changes to human DNA that accumulate over time, to estimate biological aging. These clocks provide an indication of a person's biological age compared to their chronological age. The study specifically calculated epigenetic age acceleration (EAA), which reflects whether biological aging is occurring faster or slower than expected. The findings indicate that each one-year earlier age at menopause was associated with approximately 0.08 years, or about one month, of greater EAA when measured using the GrimAge clock, a newer-generation DNAm clock...
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Physical Activity Improves Psychological Well-being and Quality of Life for Menopausal Women, UCL Study Finds

Physical Activity Improves Psychological Well-being and Quality of Life for Menopausal Women, UCL Study Finds

A new study led by University College London (UCL) researchers has found that engaging in physical activity can significantly improve depression, mood, and overall quality of life for women experiencing menopause. The research, published in the Menopause Journal, involved a review of 12 randomized controlled trials with over 1,000 women aged 40 to 65. The study categorized physical activities into aerobic-based exercises (ABIs) like walking, Zumba, dance, and taekwondo, and mind-body activities (MBAs) such as yoga, tai chi, Pilates, and stretching. ABIs demonstrated the strongest effects in reducing depressive symptoms and enhancing overall quality of life, potentially due to increased endorphin release. MBAs, which incorporate mindfulness and breathwork, showed strong improvements in psychological quality of life. These benefits were particularly evident among women in early post-menopause, though improvements in depressive symptoms were also noted during perimenopause. The study highlights physical activ...
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Natalie Morales Joins Flow Space Women’s Health Summit in L.A.

Natalie Morales Joins Flow Space Women’s Health Summit in L.A.

Natalie Morales, award-winning journalist and TV personality, is joining the lineup of SHE Media’s Flow Space Women’s Health Summit this week. The Flow Space Women’s Health Summit will be held Thursday, Oct. 15, at Penske Media Corp.’s Los Angeles headquarters. (Disclosure: PMC is the owner of Variety.) Morales, who has spoken publicly about her family’s […]
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Provides Guide for First Period Preparedness

Nationwide Children's Hospital Provides Guide for First Period Preparedness

Nationwide Children's Hospital has released a comprehensive guide titled 'First Period Preparedness: A Guide for Preteens and Parents' through its 700 Children's blog. The guide aims to educate preteens and their parents about menstruation, offering practical advice and demystifying the process. It explains what a period is, its duration (3-7 days, monthly, but initially random every 3-6 weeks), and common signs of its onset, such as breast budding, which typically precedes the first period by 2-3 years. The average age for a first period is 12, with a normal range of 9-15. The hospital emphasizes the importance of open communication between parents and children to increase confidence in managing periods. The guide also details how to prepare a 'period kit' containing essential supplies like pads and a clean pair of underwear, recommending it be kept in a school backpack. It addresses potential scenarios like noticing blood in underwear or clothes, advising preteens to find their kit and inform a trusted a...
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Volition Training Emphasizes Targeted Mobility Training for Enhanced Physical Performance and Injury Prevention in Tempe, AZ

Volition Training Emphasizes Targeted Mobility Training for Enhanced Physical Performance and Injury Prevention in Tempe, AZ

Volition Training Emphasizes Targeted Mobility Training for Enhanced Physical Performance and Injury Prevention in Tempe, AZ
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6 Female Actors Who Were Never The Same After Divorce — They Were Better

6 Female Actors Who Were Never The Same After Divorce — They Were Better

For some actors, like these women, divorce provided an opportunity for them to shine even brighter than before. As these photos show, things only got better.
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WHOOP Introduces Advanced Women's Health Panel and Hormonal Symptom Insights in U.S.

WHOOP Introduces Advanced Women's Health Panel and Hormonal Symptom Insights in U.S.

WHOOP Introduces Advanced Women's Health Panel and Hormonal Symptom Insights in U.S.
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HigherDOSE Co-founder Lauren Berlingeri Advocates for Female-Centric Biohacking and Wellness

HigherDOSE Co-founder Lauren Berlingeri Advocates for Female-Centric Biohacking and Wellness

HigherDOSE Co-founder Lauren Berlingeri Advocates for Female-Centric Biohacking and Wellness